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Minutes: June 28, 2011
A regular meeting of the Randolph Township Council was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by Mayor Mitsch. 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 December 8, 2010, by emailing them the annual resolution adopted by the Council on December 7, 2010. The annual resolution, which included this meeting date, was advertised in the Randolph Reporter, the official newspaper of the Township of Randolph, and in the Morris County Daily Record on December 16, 2010.
PRESENT:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
Also Present: Township Manager John Lovell and Township Attorney Edward Buzak
Mayor Mitsch led the Pledge of Allegiance.
RECOGNITION OF JACK SCHRIER—“FRIEND OF RANDOLPH”
Councilman Algeier noted that Mr. Schrier has served his community of Mendham Township and Morris Township for many years as a Committeeman and Freeholder. The Councilman believes that Mr. Schrier has always believed and acted in a way that puts good government first and politics in a distant second. While the Councilman and Mr. Schrier did not always agree on every issue, they were always able to work well together by putting those differences aside. Councilman Algeier would like the people of Morris County to know that former-Freeholder Schrier was instrumental in constructing the 9/11 Memorial on Hanover Avenue as a place where people can gather to honor and remember those who perished in the terror attack. As a Committeeman, Mr. Schrier was heavily involved in discussions with Randolph regarding shared services in an effort to save both communities tax dollars. Councilman Algeier noted that he is sorry to see Mr. Schrier retire from public service.
Mayor Mitsch read the following proclamation into the record:
WHEREAS, Jack J. Schrier of Mendham Township has provided the people of Morris County with many years and countless hours of public service, including serving as a Morris County Freeholder from 1999 - 2010, and during two of those years serving as the Freeholder Director; and
WHEREAS, Jack also committed eighteen years of service to the people of Mendham Township as a member of the Township Committee and served two of those years as Mayor; and
WHEREAS, the work and accomplishments of Jack have gone far beyond the geographic boundaries of Mendham Township, have touched the lives of people in its surrounding communities, and in all the communities of Morris Township; and
WHEREAS, Jack’s devotion to the people of Morris County has greatly improved Morris County’s quality of life; and
WHEREAS, in the opinion of this Council, Jack’s crowning achievements as Freeholder include the Morris County September 11 Memorial and the revitalization of Randolph’s only existing railroad line; and
WHEREAS, Jack’s vision also served to bring Randolph and Mendham Township closer together, particularly in regard to the sharing of critical governmental services that will benefit both communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of Randolph, New Jersey, this 28th day of June, 2011, that the Randolph Council hereby establishes the honorary title of “Friend of Randolph”; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Jack J. Schrier is named as the first person in the history of Randolph Township to be awarded the title “Friend of Randolph”, an honor that Jack richly deserves.
Mr. Schrier stated that he is honored to be recognized by Randolph and has always received a great amount of support from Randolph. He is proud of his work as a Committeeman and Freeholder, in particular the 9/11 Memorial which demonstrates that good things can come from such a terrible act against humanity. Mr. Schrier thanked the Council for their support and recognition.
OPEN TO PUBLIC
Seeing no one from the public, the public portion was closed.
COUNCIL AND MANAGER REPORTS
Councilman Loveys attended a recent joint Parks and Recreation Committee meeting at the Heistein Park pavilion. Rain has substantially hurt the parks in general this past spring, however the parks are being heavily used. At Heistein Park the public restrooms have been out of commission due to septic issues with the high water table and they are currently using portable johns. Also at Heistein Park, one baseball field in particular has drainage issues and the Councilman will speak with Mr. Newman regarding utilizing the french drains in that field. The annual soccer tournament was held over the Memorial Day weekend with 114 teams participating and utilizing the fields at Heistein, Brundage, and Brundage Preserve. The light replacement and ballast work at Freedom Park was initially delayed so as not to cause damage to the wet fields but has since been completed. Player Appreciation Day recognizing Little League players was held at Freedom Park where Mayor Mitsch threw out the first ball, a perfect strike. Strong wind and rain has necessitated a lot of clean up activity on the trail system in order to remove the debris. The lake at Randolph Park is now open and the spray features are up and running. The sub-committee responsible for the annual deer hunt in Randolph has been studying the issue of hunting on private property and may be bringing the issue to the Parks Committee for their consideration. Should the Parks Committee believe the idea to be worthwhile, the Council may be hearing more on this issue in the near future. Fall sports registrations are on-going and are up from last year’s numbers. The teen camp and day camp enrollment is down slightly from last year. Mr. Newman and much of the camp and lake staff have completed training in CPR, first aid, and professional rescue.
Councilman Algeier attended a Board of Health meeting where discussion centered around the recent mass inoculation exercise held in Randolph and Roxbury. Randolph staff encountered a problem with gaining permission from the condominium board in Roxbury to hold the exercise at that location. This issue raised the question of what if this had been a real emergency. The Board of Health is asking what kind of authority might exist in current ordinances that would allow for the declaration of an emergency and the use of facilities on that basis and has asked the Township Attorney to research the issue for both Randolph and Roxbury. Councilman Algeier noted that it is important to hold these various exercises to determine what kinds of problems are encountered in order to alleviate problems should a real emergency arise.
Deputy Mayor Guadagno attended a recent Community Services meeting which focused on services for senior citizens. The Deputy Mayor also attended the Senior Picnic, the Senior Olympics, and gave a speech at the VFW Memorial Day event. The Deputy Mayor also attended an event honoring a very successful local graphic design business and recommended other Council members try to visit the location as well.
Mayor Mitsch visited the recent inoculation event and thanked the Township staff who spent several hours going through the exercise. The Mayor also attended the annual tree dedication ceremony at Picatinny Arsenal dedicated this year to the 14 New Jersey armed forces people who died in 2010. The dedication was a very somber event that should serve as a reminder of the sacrifice our military makes in terms of protecting our freedoms and keeping us safe. Mayor Mitsch and Joanne Veech, the Chairperson of the Traffic Advisory Committee, sent a joint letter to Senator Bucco to ask for his assistance with the DOT regarding the intersection at Route 10 and Dover-Chester Road. Mrs. Veech and Sgt. Will Yarzab were recognized by the National Safety Council for their work in bringing the Alive at 25 Program to Randolph.
Manager Lovell reported that the Mendham Hiking Group is going to be hiking at Clyde Potts on July 17 at 1:00 p.m. and asked that any Council member interested in joining the hike contact his office so that he can get them in touch with the group leader.
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES:
(1) Regular Minutes
A. March 31, 2011
Councilman Algeier made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Deputy Mayor Guadagno seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Councilman Obremski
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
B. April 7, April 28, May 5, 2011
Councilman Algeier made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Councilman Loveys seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
(2) Executive Minutes
A. January 27, February 12, March 31, April 28, May 5, 2011
Councilman Algeier made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Deputy Mayor Guadagno seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
B. March 15, 2011
Councilman Algeier made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Deputy Mayor Guadagno seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
SOIL MOVEMENT HEARING: Middlebury—Block 18.01, Lot 1.01
Manager Lovell reported that this project has been approved and is ready to move forward. This permit will allow 8,700 cubic yards of soil to be imported. The hours of operation have been extended to between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to allow the work to be completed quickly. The trucks will be using either Canfield Avenue to either Route 10 or Route 46. The site restoration bond and cash bonds have been reduced since it is considered a minor project.
Mr. Richard Sweeney, the attorney representing the property owner, noted that, in response to an earlier inquiry, the contractor has not yet specified the source of the material to be imported. However, the contractor will ensure that the material will not be contaminated in any way and testing will occur.
Councilman Algeier asked Mr. Antonucci, the contractor for the soil movement, if he would agree to a July 14 start date for the project.
Mr. Antonucci agreed to a July 14 start date.
Councilman Algeier suggested that the resolution be amended to include the July 14 start date.
A resident from Mine Hill asked several questions, including:
- The dimensions of the site (a little less than two acres)
- Will the soil be used to raise the site to prepare it for development (yes)
- Will the imported soil be compacted (yes)
- Will residents within 200 feet of the project be allowed to observe what is going on at the site (yes)
- Are there any mud control programs in place to control mud on the roadways (yes)
- How long will the soil movement process take (approximately two to three weeks)
- Will measures be taken to ensure the soil being imported is clean (yes)
Councilman Loveys asked approximately how many truckloads of soil will be necessary for this project.
Mr. Antonucci responded that the trucks carry between 16 to 20 cubic yards per load and is confident the work can be completed within two to three weeks.
Councilman Algeier made a motion to approve the amended soil movement resolution. Deputy Mayor Guadagno seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
Approve Soil Movement Permit: Middlebury—Block 18.01, Lot 1.01
R-150-11
WHEREAS, 1.01 Middlebury Boulevard, LLC (the “Applicant”) has submitted to the Township of Randolph (the “Township”) an application for a soil movement permit involving the movement of soil on Lot 1.01, Block 18.01, on the Official Tax Map of the Township of Randolph (the “Property”) for premises more particularly described as being situated on 2 Middlebury Boulevard, Randolph, New Jersey; and
WHEREAS, said soil movement application reflects that approximately eight thousand seven hundred (8,700) cubic yards of soil will be imported to the site; and
WHEREAS, the soil movement application was submitted in conjunction with an application before the Planning Board of the Township of Randolph (the “Board”) for minor subdivision and site plan approval related to the development of the property; and
WHEREAS, by resolution adopted by the Board on May 16, 2011, the Board approved said application for minor subdivision and site plan approval; and
WHEREAS, this Township has jurisdiction of the Applicant’s soil movement application per Section 15-47.4(C) of the Revised Ordinances of Randolph; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant provided notice to all property owners within 200 feet of the property of a public hearing to be held on June 28, 2011, by the Township Council to discuss issues related to this application; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on this application on June 28, 2011, as provided in the notice to appropriate property owners; and
WHEREAS, the site plan application included both a report addressing soil movement and a map showing existing and proposed contour lines engraved; and
WHEREAS, the Township has considered the application, public health, safety and general welfare, and particularly, soil erosion by water and wind, drainage, soil fertility, lateral support slopes and grades of abutting streets and lands, land values and uses and other factors as may bear upon or relate to the coordinated, adjusted and harmonious physical development of the Township.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Randolph as follows:
1. The Township Council has reviewed the application and recommendations of the Board and Township Engineer and evaluated such considerations pursuant to Section 15-47.7(B) of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Randolph. The Township Council finds that the permit may be granted without compromising the public health, safety, and general welfare, if, and only if, the conditions below are met.
2. The Township Council hereby approves and grants the soil movement permit application of the 1.01 Middlebury Boulevard, LLC, consistent with said applications submitted by the Applicant in accordance with the site plan delivered to the Township, subject to the following conditions:
a. The applicant must obtain the Soil Movement Permit by July 14, 2011. The import of soil on the property shall be limited to a 60 day time period. The applicant may request an extension from the Township Council.
b. Soil movement activities will take place between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., or dark, whichever comes first, Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and/or public holidays.
c. Top soil shall be retained on the site and no top soil is to be removed from the site.
d. Ingress or egress for vehicles involved in the soil movement activity will be only through Middlebury Boulevard.
e. All vehicles used to import soil shall follow State and/or County roadways. No local roads shall be used except Middlebury Boulevard. The Applicant shall insure that the vehicles used to import soil shall only use Middlebury Boulevard, Canfield Avenue, Route 10, and/or Route 46. A map depicting the vehicle route shall be provided to the Township Engineer prior to commencement of soil movement activity.
f. The applicant shall load and unload construction equipment and/or earthmovers on site only. The applicant shall not load or unload on any Township, County, or State roadway. The applicant shall provide appropriate wheel washers in accordance with applicable ordinance provisions as required by the Township Engineer. No truck vehicles on Township roads.
g. The applicant shall comply with all traffic control recommendations established by the Chief of Police of the Randolph Police Department or his designated representative. The applicant further understands that the Randolph Police Chief may, in his discretion, modify traffic control recommendations as necessary depending on conditions of the property and local or regional traffic conditions. The applicant shall comply with any and all of the aforementioned modifications to the traffic control recommendations of the Randolph Police Chief. IF the Chief directs the use of a traffic control officer, the applicant agrees to pay for the said traffic control officer for the times required by the Chief.
h. A cash bond in the amount of two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) shall be posted with the Township Manager and/or the appropriate officials of the Township prior to the issuance of the Permit approved hereunder in the event that damage is incurred to Middlebury Boulevard. No Township roads are to be utilized during the transportation of soil except for Middlebury Boulevard. If is the applicant’s responsibility to contact the New Jersey Department of Transportation in regards to any permitting that may be required.
i. A Site Restoration Bond in the amount of one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00) shall be posted with the Engineering Department prior to the issuance of the Permit approved hereunder.
j. The applicant shall comply with all conditions imposed by the Planning Board as stated in their resolution of May 16, 2011, as well as all ordinances including, but not limited to, Section 15-47, et. seq.
k. The applicant is bound by, and will comply with, all conditions regarding Soil Movement and Sediment Control as noted on the approved site plan adopted by the Randolph Township Planning Board on May 16, 2011.
3. All appropriate Township officials and the Randolph Township Attorney are authorized and directed to perform all required acts to effectuate the purpose(s) of this resolution.
4. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
LIQUOR LICENSE HEARING—West Side Grill to AVI Restaurant Group LLC
Manager Lovell stated that West Side Grill is the restaurant known as the Stone Fire Grill on Route 10 which has been closed for a period of time. The license is being sold to AVI Restaurant Group who is requesting approval of a person-to-person transfer. The application was reviewed by John Miller from Mr. Buzak’s office. Mr. Miller believes that all the issues have been addressed by the applicant including final issues and consent to transfer sale of the business. The new owners want to establish an American-style restaurant on the site. The Manager noted that he has received several telephone calls from an objector, who is present this evening, who has an interest in this matter and will be speaking this evening as well.
Mr. Heymann, an attorney representing West Side Grill, introduced Mr. Bressler, the landlord of the restaurant location, and Mr. Herman, an attorney representing AVI Restaurant Group. Mr. Heymann noted that liquor license transfers are never easy to do and a lot of time has been spent with Trenton with regard to this transfer in order to resolve issues and to satisfy the requirements of Mr. Buzak’s office. All of the documentation has been signed since November 2007 giving the majority owners the ability to sell the business.
Mr. Richard Herman noted that all of the requirements of the Township and State have been met in making the application on behalf of his clients, Mr. and Mrs. Shah. It is his belief that the two members who have authorized the transfer and the history of the license are sufficient authorization under the law to allow the transfer.
Mr. Shah noted that he has hopes of opening an American-style restaurant at the site and discussed his plans for the use of the building and personnel he has hired to be chef and General Manager of the restaurant. He and his wife currently have another restaurant in Connecticut and he comes from a background of running small businesses. He is familiar with running the liquor and restaurant side of a business in terms of making sure all the rules and regulations are followed.
It was noted that Mrs. Shah owns 100 percent of the AVI Restaurant Group.
Councilman Loveys asked how often Mr. Shah gets to his other restaurant in Connecticut.
Mr. Shah responded that he is usually there every two weeks and has a partner who is the responsible managing member. He and his wife will be spending most of their time in Randolph, with his wife acting as managing member with his assistance.
Mayor Mitsch opened the meeting to the public.
Frank Carniglio, 66 Claremont Terrace, Wayne, noted that he has a claim against the transfer of the liquor license, however his attorney has not shown up at the meeting.
Mayor Mitsch asked Mr. Carniglio to explain the nature of his connection with the liquor license.
Mr. Carniglio responded that he is one of the former owners of the West Side Grill. He noted that there were numerous violations on the operating agreement that have allowed this transfer to happen without his approval and he did not even learn of the sale until April.
Mayor Mitsch asked what percentage of the West Side Grill did he own.
Mr. Carniglio responded that the operating agreement states he owns 12 percent but claimed that was false information. He claimed that he never signed a document from November 2007.
Ms. Gallo noted that Mr. Buzak’s office has reviewed the operating agreement and is satisfied that the two other individuals have 88 percent ownership.
Councilman Algeier asked what percentage Mr. Carniglio owns in the business.
Mr. Carniglio responded that he owns one-third of the business.
Councilman Algeier noted that even at one-third, the two remaining partners own 66 percent of the business.
Mr. Carniglio responded that the ABC is reviewing the issue and his attorney is confident that he should remain named on the liquor license.
Mr. Miller asked for the name of Mr. Carniglio’s attorney and stated that he will reach out to him.
Mr. Carniglio asked the Council to reschedule the hearing so that his attorney can come before the Council to present his case.
Seeing no one further from the public, the public portion was closed.
Councilman Algeier made a motion to approve the liquor license transfer. Deputy Mayor Guadagno seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
Person-to-Person Transfer of Plenary Retail Liquor License From West Side Grill Partners, LLC, to AVI Restaurant Group, LLC
R-151-11
WHEREAS, AVI Restaurant Group, LLC (“Applicant” or “Transferee”) has submitted an application together with supporting documentation and affidavits for a person-to-person transfer (“Application”) of a Plenary Retail Consumption Liquor License No. 1432-33-003-006 (“Liquor License” or “License”) from West Side Grill Partners, LLC (“Transferor”) to the Applicant in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Township of Randolph (“Township”) and the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (“ABC”); and
WHEREAS, Notice of the Application was published in the official newspaper of the Township on April 21, 2011, and May 7, 2011, in accordance with the statutory provisions; and
WHEREAS, a police background check has been completed on the Applicant, including a fingerprint check; and
WHEREAS, the Transferor has submitted a Consent to Transfer Liquor License; and
WHEREAS, the Township has sought and obtained additional information in connection with the Application; and
WHEREAS, the contract of sale for the License, which was attached to the Application, states that West Side Grill Partners, LLC is the Seller and AVI Restaurant Group, LLC is the Buyer of the License; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has disclosed information as to the source of funds for acquiring the License from the current Licensee satisfactory to the Township; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has submitted a notarized Affidavit of Transferee; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has submitted a notarized Affidavit of Transferor; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant submitted an affidavit stating that the premises to be licensed are more than 600 feet from any school or church; and
WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Taxation, has approved and issued an Alcoholic Beverage Licensee Clearance Certificate (Transfer); and
WHEREAS, the Township has not received any objection to the transfer of Liquor License No. 1432-33-003-006 to the Applicant; and
WHEREAS, all applicable requirements to transfer a plenary retail liquor license per N.J.S.A. 33:1, et seq., N.J.A.C. 13:2-4.1, et seq., and the Township of Randolph Revised Ordinances §4-1, et seq., have been met, including the payment of all required fees.
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 application of AVI Restaurant Group, LLC for a person-to-person transfer of the Plenary Retail Consumption Liquor License No. 1432-33-003-006 from West Side Grill Partners, LLC, be and the same is hereby approved.
2. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all other appropriate elected and appointed officials and professionals, are hereby authorized and directed to take any and all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Outdoor Dining Ordinances 15-11 and 16-11
Manager Lovell noted that two ordinances were introduced at the last meeting that would amend zoning to permit outdoor dining in the business zone. The Planning Board is required to review all modifications to the zoning ordinances and to provide comment as they see fit. In this case, the Planning Board is recommending restrictions be placed in regard to hours of operation and seating. Based upon the Planning Board’s comments, the Manager instructed the Township Clerk to not go through the notification process, which would have been a very expensive process, and because notifications have not gone out, a hearing can not be held on these ordinances next week. These ordinances will be re-introduced once language can be built into new ordinances. Mr. Carney, the Planning and Zoning Administrator, has proposed a list of regulations for outdoor dining and the Manager suggested the Council discuss these proposed regulations.
Councilman Algeier noted that he has read through the proposed regulations and, except for parking regulations, he doesn’t see that many of the regulations require Planning Board approval. Many of the proposed regulations do not seem to make sense to the Councilman and has asked a well-known restaurant consultant to speak with the Council about the proposed regulations. Councilman Algeier noted that the consultant, Mr. Delaney, is his brother-in-law and is not being paid by the Council for his assistance this evening.
Mr. Tim Delaney, Delaney Restaurant and Realty, commented on the proposed suggestions. His comments included the following:
- Outdoor dining is very business-friendly and has become very popular with customers
- Due to the general economic climate, towns generally try to make it as easy as they can for restaurants to satisfy their customers
- There are costs for a business to go before the Planning Board
- He would suggest leaving the parking regulations as they are or to come up with a hybrid that minimizes the impact on the restaurant owners so that they don’t have to purchase additional property to add parking spaces for extra seats outside
- Several of the other suggestions are not enforceable, such as having to order food if you are having a drink outside
- Restricting outdoor cooking takes away opportunities for a restaurant owner to hold events such as barbeques, clam bakes, Oktoberfest, etc.
- The issue of the door to the restaurant that must remain closed is hard to enforce
- Approval of a liquor license is a regulation the Township Clerk will already be on top of since the ABC requires that a drawing be submitted with the liquor license application of all areas where alcohol will be served—restaurants who violate this policy are heavily fined
- Noise and lighting issues can be addressed with ordinances already on the books—special events, such as New Year’s Eve, can possibly be governed by the issuance of permits
- The restriction of outdoor heaters is unrealistic if outdoor dining is allowed from April through October
- Permits can also be made available if an event is scheduled outside of the April-October time frame
- He sees no problems with the setback and buffer issues
- There should be no regulation for a minimum number of outdoor seating, however it may make sense to restrict how big a deck or patio can be to control the maximum number of people dining outdoors
- Other issues such as plastic table cloths and umbrella colors are unrealistic except if a restriction is made prohibiting alcohol-related advertising or something of that sort
- It would be his suggestion that the Council make the restrictions as business-friendly as possible
Councilman Algeier asked if Mr. Delaney would serve on a sub-committee to provide assistance to the Council.
Mr. Delaney responded that he would serve on such a sub-committee.
Councilman Obremski noted that this should be an exercise in common sense. At this time, the Dairy Queen and the snack bar at Randolph Lake are already in violation due to their walk-up window. The Councilman believes that the majority of the proposed restrictions can be dismissed without much discussion and he agrees that the restrictions should be as simple as possible to make it work. He agrees that a sub-committee is the way to go and would provide a more acceptable proposal to the Council.
Councilman Loveys agrees with the comments expressed by the other members of the Council and a sub-committee could work through a lot of these issues. The Councilman asked if current liquor licenses would have to be amended.
Mr. Miller responded that a license must include a drawing of all areas where alcohol will be consumed. If a restaurant that currently does not have outdoor dining decides to include outdoor dining, that license would have to be amended as he described, approved by the Council, and filed with the State.
Manager Lovell reiterated that the Planning Board had two specific recommendations dealing with parking and operating hours. He asked if the Council would consider those issues this evening in order to amend the ordinances and re-introduce with those limitations. The Manager suggested limiting outdoor seating to 20 percent of indoor seating and ending outdoor dining at 10:00 p.m. for those businesses in a residential area and 11:00 p.m. for others. If a restaurant wanted to exceed either of these restrictions, approval would have to be obtained from either the Planning Board or Board of Adjustment.
After further Council discussion, it was recommended that outdoor seating be limited to 20 percent of indoor seating capacity. Hours of operation will be until 10:00 p.m. when in a residential area. The Manager will have the staff review the other business zones in town to determine if a 10:00 p.m. or an 11:00 p.m. closing time would be appropriate and report back to him.
B. Water Rates
Manager Lovell noted that the Council recently discussed increasing water rates. The Council did not approve of the concept that was originally presented and asked the Manager to come up with options. A sub-committee was created consisting of Councilman Loveys, Councilman MacArthur, and Councilman Obremski. Eight options in total have been presented. The proposal now is as follows:
- Increase the minimum user fee from $5.00 to $20.00 per quarter
- Decrease the user levels from 4 to 3 basic levels—0 to 25,000 galloons, 25,001 to 50,000 gallons, and 50,001 gallons and above
- Increases will be effected in all levels
- 0 - 25,000 gallons will increase to a level of $3.75 per thousand
- 25,001 - 50,000 gallons will increase to a level of $6.60 per thousand
- 50,001 gallons and above will increase to a level of $10.60 per thousand
The Manager noted that the cost for the town to provide the water system is about $70.00 per user household per quarter. Due to water conservation efforts by both the Township and the residents, the revenue for water usage has dropped dramatically and no longer offsets the cost of providing the water as it used to in prior years. This year the Township will likely face a deficit in the water fund of perhaps $150,000.00 to $200,000.00 if action is not taken.
Councilman Loveys stated that it was intent of the sub-committee to bring fairness to the water users in the township.
Councilman Obremski noted that, with the customer charge, the sub-committee is trying to limit the increase to customers while recognizing that there is a cost to maintain a system no matter what type of water usage you have. The initial increase that was proposed was considered drastic for people with very low usage. Water users still have the ability to take measures to reduce their bill.
Councilman Algeier noted that he would not have supported the $30.00 per quarter increase, however he can support a $20.00 fee.
Mayor Mitsch noted that she would support the $20.00 fee as well.
Manager Lovell noted that he will have an ordinance ready for introduction at the next meeting.
C. Distribution of Handbills in Public and Private Places
Manager Lovell noted that this issue came about as a result of a resident who had a handbill placed on his property by a local eating establishment contacting Mayor Mitsch who in turn contacted his office. The Manager reviewed the current ordinance with Mr. Buzak’s office. Ms. Gallo informed the Manager that ordinances with similar language had been thrown out by the courts in New Jersey in the past. Mr. Buzak’s office has drafted a new ordinance that holds a person or company responsible for placing handbills on private property and amends language for the placement of handbills on vacant property. The proposed ordinance will be enforceable if a violation occurs and gets rid of language that was not enforceable.
Ms. Gallo clarified that if a property owner specifically asks a person or business to not place any handbills on their property, that person or business would be in violation if they did so.
D. Shared Services—Mendham
Manager Lovell noted that the Township has been in discussion with Mendham for quite some time on several issues for shared services. Randolph currently provides animal control for both Mendham Township and Mendham Borough. The concept calls for Randolph being able to eventually upgrade and use a portion of the Seeing Eye property to house cats and dogs. The Mayor of Mendham is looking for assurance from the Randolph Township Council that they are still committed to the animal control issue. Mendham is no longer interested in discussing combining police forces, but may be interested in a study of combining the court systems.
Deputy Mayor Guadagno stated that Randolph should move forward with the Seeing Eye concept and that Mendham should be aware that that issue is a priority. Regarding the court concept, he asked if a town loses control of the appointment of a judge when two court systems are combined.
Manager Lovell responded that it would depend on the type of combination that takes place. If an interposal agreement is entered into whereby Randolph would take over Mendham’s services, Randolph would continue to appoint a judge. If a series of courts are combined, such as in the case of Dover, the Governor then appoints a judge. It would be the Manager’s goal to combine with Mendham using an interposal agreement and retain the ability to appoint a judge.
Mayor Mitsch asked about the diversion issue relating to the Seeing Eye property.
Manager Lovell responded that part of the Campo property on Calais Road will be designated for the diversion process. Mr. Campo will be transferring some of that land to Randolph Township as it ties into the Heritage 55 project he will be developing. The Council will be acting tonight on a developer’s agreement that will allow Mr. Campo to move forward with the Phase I of the project and construction should begin this summer. Mendham has the responsibility of bringing in a consultant who will walk Mendham’s application for this property diversion through Green Acres.
The Council indicated their willingness to continue shared services discussions with Mendham concerning Seeing Eye and combining the courts with the stipulation that the ability to appoint a judge is retained.
REVIEW AND SET PROPOSED AGENDA FOR JULY 7, 2011 REGULAR MEETING
Manager Lovell’s comments included the following:
- The Council is required by law to read the comments that appear at the end of the 2010 Audit and sign a certification stating that fact
- The two ordinances dealing with outdoor dining that are listed for second reading will be removed
- Those two modified ordinances will be re-introduced
- Ordinances addressing increasing water rates and the distribution of handbills will be introduced
- A contract for the Public Works Garage and site improvements will be awarded—it should be noted that the low bidder’s documents were not in perfect order and may be bumped because of that and a hearing may be required at some point
- There will be a discussion of the EA Porter site as requested by Councilman MacArthur
COMBINED ACTION ITEMS
Deputy Mayor Guadagno made a motion to approve the Combined Action Items. Councilman Obremski seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
A. Professional Services Agreement with EcolSciences for Remediation Of E.A. Porter Site (42 Bennett Avenue)—Not to Exceed $117,500.00
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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to retain EcolSciences, Inc., Rockaway, New Jersey, pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, Gail Catania, Purchasing Coordinator, has determined and certified in writing that the value of the acquisition will exceed $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this contract is one year; and
WHEREAS, EcolSciences, Inc. Rockaway, New Jersey, has indicated they will complete the Remedial Investigation with regard to 42 Bennett Avenue for an amount not to exceed $117,500.00; and
WHEREAS, EcolSciences, Inc., Rockaway, New Jersey, has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that EcolSciences, Inc. has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Randolph in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit EcolSciences, Inc. from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract; and
WHEREAS, funds are available for this purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with EcolSciences, Inc. as described herein.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Business Entity Disclosure Certification and the Determination of Value be placed on file with this resolution.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
Dated: June 28, 2011
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds are available in the Housing Trust Fund to award a contract to EcolSciences, Inc. for Remedial Investigation with regard to 42 Bennett Avenue in the amount not to exceed $117,500.00.
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Michael J. Soccio
Chief Financial Officer
B. Authorize Release of Performance Bond for MCCPC Contract 3—Rock Salt and Liquid Calcium—$61,929.46 Plus Accrued Interest
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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council awarded Category VI of Contract #3 (Rock Salt & Liquid Calcium Chloride) to Innovative Municipal Products (US), Inc./dba Innovative Surface Solutions on August 5, 2010, for contract period July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Innovative Municipal Products (US), Inc./dba Innovative Surface Solutions provided a certified check in the amount of $62,109.46 for coverage of their 100 percent performance bond which was a requirement of the bid specifications; and
WHEREAS, the expiration of the one (1) year contract will expire June 30, 2011, therefore the Township of Randolph on behalf of the MCCPC will release the monies representing the performance bond in the amount of $62,109.46 as described below:
$62,109.46 (performance bond)
- 180.00 (minus bank fee charged for foreign check)
$61,929.46 (principal amount + accrued interest)
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the monies representing the performance bond submitted by Innovate Municipal Products (US), Inc./dba Innovative Surface Solutions for the August 5, 2010, award of Category VI of MCCPC Contract #3 (Rock Salt and Liquid Calcium Chloride) be released in accordance with the above calculations.
C. Authorizing Award of Various MCCPC Purchases for 2011 Spring Contracts
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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph authorizes an award of various categories for eighteen (18) contracts beginning July 1, 2011, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council as described below:
Contract #3: Rock Salt & Liquid Calcium Chloride
Contract #4: Snow Grits
Contract #10: Lumber, Insulation, Hardware & Paint Supplies
Contract #13-A: Fire Equipment Services
Contract #13-B: Fire Water Pumps on Motorized Fire Apparatus (Repair & Maintenance Contract)
Contract #20-B: Sporting Goods (Fall & Winter Sports)
Contract #25: Janitorial Supplies
Contract #34: Tree Spraying Services
Contract #35: Light Bulbs
Contract #37: Traffic Signal Maintenance & Repairs
Contract #40: Personal Protection Items & Equipment for Emergency Personnel
Contract #42: Landscaping Materials & Supplies
Contract #43: Propane Gas
Contract #44: Welding Supplies
Contract #47: Water Meters, Data Recorders & Radio Frequency Meter Interface Units
Contract #48: Equipment Parts for Turf Care
Contract #50: Fire Department Uniforms (Purchase)
Contract #51: Deer Carcass Removal & Disposal
WHEREAS, bids have been advertised and received on May 11, 2011, in accordance with the “Local Public Contracts Law”; and
WHEREAS, the Township has determined that the vendors that are recommended for the awards are the lowest responsible bidders meeting the specifications for each of the categories within the eighteen (18) contracts specified and should be awarded as noted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that a contract be awarded as indicated for each individual contract.
D. Authorizing Award of Contract for Janitorial Services at Five Municipal Building Facilities From July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012 to Employment Horizons—$46,920.00
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WHEREAS, the Township desires to award a bid for Janitorial Services (5 Buildings—Municipal Building, DPW Garage, Senior Community Center, Randolph Teen Center (VFW), and Randolph Artworks Studio) beginning July 1, 2011, through June 30, 2012; and
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.1(n) states the doing of any work by handicapped persons employed by a sheltered workshop is an exception to the bidding process and may be negotiated and awarded by the governing body without public advertising for bids and bidding and therefore shall be awarded by resolution of the governing body; and
WHEREAS, Employment Horizons, Cedar Knolls, New Jersey, is a company who provides jobs for people with special needs and will provide this service according to our specifications for a total of $46,920.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that a contract be awarded to Employment Horizons, Cedar Knolls, New Jersey, for contract period July 1, 2011, through June 30, 2012.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
Dated: September 6, 2007
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds are available in the 2011 Budget and funds will be available in the 2012 Budget, Building and Grounds, Other Expense, to award a contract to Employment Horizons for Janitorial Services in the amount not to exceed $46,920.00 ($23,460.00 for July 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011 and $23,460.00 for January 1, 2012 through June 30, 2012)
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Michael J. Soccio
Chief Financial Officer
E. Approving Various Liquor License Renewals for 2011 - 2012 Season
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BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, that the following applications for renewal of alcoholic beverage licenses for the respective premises hereinafter designated for the 2011 - 2012 season, commencing July 1, 2011, and ending June 30, 2012, be hereby granted. The fees being as hereinafter listed and the said applicants having complied with all requirements of the Statutes and Rules and Regulations of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control:
LICENSE NO. | NAME OF LICENSE | LOCATION | FEE |
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1432-44-109-002 | Pappas Imports LLC Wine Cellar | 1194 Sussex Turnpike Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-002-005 | Villa Viola, LLC t/a Millbrook Pub 399 | 399 Route #10 Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-004-0095 | 1380 Sussex Tpke LLC Pocket License | 1380 Sussex Turnpike Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-005-005 | Rillstell, Inc. t/a Casa de Pasta | 1438 Sussex Turnpike Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-006-006 | VGJ, Inc. t/a La Strada | 1105 Route #10 East Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-008-007 | Skyhil Corporation t/a The Skylands | 792 Route #10 Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-009-006 | Black River Barn, LLC Black River Barn Restaurant | 1178 Route #10 West Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-010-005 | L & W Liquors, Inc. t/a JT McQ’s | 540 Route #10 West Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-013-006 | Plaza 395 Associates, Inc. t/a Pizza Pub | 395 Dover-Chester Rd. Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-011-009 | Randolph Restaurants, LLC t/a Meadow Wood Manor | 461 Route 10 East Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-015-006 | Ambelia, Inc. t/a Randolph Diner | 517 Route 10 East Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-44-012-006 | MNE Trading, Inc. t/a Bottle King Liquors Wine King Liquors | Route #10 and Salem St. Randolph, NJ | $2,280 |
1432-33-018-007 | Aashirwad Palace, Inc. | 169 S. Salem Street Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-014-005 | Rosie’s Ital. Kitchen, Inc. t/a Rosie’s Trattoria | 1181 Sussex Turnpike Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-003-006 | Westside Grill Partners LLC t/a Stonefire Grill | 500 Route #10 West Randolph, NJ | $2,500 |
1432-33-007-011 | Grecco, James B. Pocket License | 3166 Route 10 Randolph, NJ |
$2,500 |
1432-33-016-003 | Grecco, James B. Pocket License | 3166 Route 10 Randolph, NJ |
$2,500 |
1432-44-023-002 | Grecco, James B. Pocket License | 3166 Route 10 Randolph, NJ |
$2,280 |
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Township Clerk be and is hereby ordered and directed to sign and issue said licenses in the name of the Township of Randolph and to deliver the same to the licensee when receipt is signed by the licensee or the authorized agent to the licensee.
F. Authorizing Developer’s Agreement With SJC Builders for Heritage 55—Phase I
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WHEREAS, Randolph Township wishes to enter into a Developer’s Agreement with SJC Builders, Inc. for the property known as Block 49, Lots 3, 6.11, 6.12, 6.13, 6.14, 6.15, 6.21, 6.29, 6.31, 6.33, 6.35, 6.37, 6.41, 6.43, 6.51, 6.52, 6.53, 6.54, 6.55, 6.62, 6.64, 6.66, 6.71, 6.75, 6.77, 6.79, 6.81, 6.82, 6.84, and 6.88 in Randolph; and
WHEREAS, said Developer’s Agreement may be referred to as SJC Builders—Heritage 55—Phase I.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that Mayor Trina Ruane Mitsch is authorized to sign the Developer’s Agreement on behalf of the Township.
G. Authorizing Award of Professional Services Agreement for Senior Center/Library Improvements to Ben Horton Architecture & Design—Not to Exceed $11,000.00
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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to retain Ben Horten Architecture & Design pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, Gail Catania, Purchasing Coordinator, has determined and certified in writing that the value of the acquisition will exceed $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this contract is one year; and
WHEREAS, Ben Horten Architecture & Design has indicated they will complete the Construction Administrative Services with regard to the Senior Center/Library Improvements for an amount not to exceed $11,000.00; and
WHEREAS, Ben Horten Architecture & Design has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that Ben Horten Architecture & Design has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Randolph in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit Ben Horten Architecture & Design from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract; and
WHEREAS, funds are available for this purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with Ben Horten Architecture & Design as described herein.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Business Entity Disclosure Certification and the Determination of Value be placed on file with this resolution.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
Dated: June 28, 2011
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds are available in Ordinance #2-10, Renovation of the Senior Community Center and Library, to award a contract to Ben Horten Architecture & Design for Construction Administrative Services with regard to the Senior Center/Library Improvements in the amount not to exceed $11,000.00.
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Michael J. Soccio
Chief Financial Officer
H. Authorizing Award of Contract for Sussex Turnpike Sewer Extension to PM Construction—$653,480.00
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WHEREAS, the Township wishes to award a contract for the Sussex Turnpike Sewer Extension; and
WHEREAS, eight (8) bids were received on June 9, 2011, in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, low bidder is PM Construction, Hillsdale, New Jersey, and meets all the specifications at a total contract price of $653,480.00; and
WHEREAS, funds are available for this purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that a contract be awarded to PM Construction, Hillsdale, New Jersey, at a total contract price of $653,480.00.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
Dated: June 28, 2011
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds are available Ordinance #11-10 and Ordinance #11-11, Mt. Freedom/Sussex Turnpike Sewer Extension, to award a contract to PM Construction for the Sussex Turnpike Sewer Extension Project in the amount not to exceed $563,480.00.
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Michael J. Soccio
Chief Financial Officer
I. Authorize Purchases From the MCCPC—Contract 15C—Not to Exceed $106,000.00
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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph utilizes Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council Contract #15C, Utility Vehicles; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works wishes to purchase five vehicles for a total not to exceed $106,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to purchase vehicles from the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council Contract #15C in an amount not to exceed $106,000.00.
J. Authorize Purchases From the MCCPC—Contract 15D, Dump Bodies—Not to Exceed $42,000.00
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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph utilizes Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council Contract #15D, Dump Bodies; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works wishes to purchase dump bodies for a total not to exceed $42,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to purchase vehicles from Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council Contract #15D in an amount not to exceed $42,000.00.
K. Liquor License Person-to-Person Transfer From West Side Grill Partners LLC to AVI Restaurant Group LLC
Acted on separately.
L. Raffles
(1) Off-Premise 50/50, Randolph Chemical Engine Company #3 Ladies Auxiliary, December 18, 2011, 2:00 p.m., at 670 Millbrook Avenue, Randolph
OPEN TO PUBLIC
Robert Bennett, 17 Ironia Road, stated that he appreciates the concept of keeping things simple with regard to the dining ordinances, but believes the Council needs to consider the distance from the proposed eating areas to a residential home.
Dennis Calabro, 8 Ironia Mendham Road in Chester, commended the Council for obtaining a consultant familiar with restaurant operations. However, unless a person lives within 200 feet of a restaurant that has outdoor dining, that person may not have a full appreciation of issues that arise. Mr. Calabro believes that the B1 zone needs extra consideration for the surrounding community since it is so close.
Seeing no one further from the public, the public portion was closed.
COUNCIL AND MANAGER COMMENTS
Councilman Algeier thanked Manager Lovell for taking up the issue of the grass median on some of the town’s streets. The residents on Ash Lane have a relatively long median that was becoming overgrown and the Manager arranged for township personnel to mow the area. The Councilman noted that the residents have decided to take control of the median and will refurbish it, which is commendable on their part. Councilman Algeier noted that in past discussions the Council has made it clear that they no longer with to financially support the NJEC and asked the Manager if that message has been relayed to the NJEC.
Manager Lovell responded that he has relayed that information to the NJEC.
Councilman Obremski noted that he did not receive an invitation to the Senior Picnic and asked the Manager to contact the Recreation Department to make sure he is on the list for future events.
Councilman Loveys cited an email sent by the Manager regarding Ms. Catania and the good job she did in respect to the auction and the vendors she brought in.
Manager Lovell noted that the auction, similar to an EBay auction, worked out very well and brought in triple the amount of money raised in a typical auction.
Councilman Loveys asked if the Manager is aware of a mold problem at the VFW building.
Manager Lovell responded that he is aware of the issue. He has indicated to the membership that he would send crews to gut the lower level in the fall.
Deputy Mayor Guadagno stated that he read that Bryant Street, as well as some other streets, have been taken off the list for repaving this year. He doesn’t see a problem with the removal of those streets as long as the pot holes are filled. The Deputy Mayor asked if the Senior Picnic is run by the Senior Club or by Community Services because he was also not on the list.
Manager Lovell responded that he will try to find out who runs it and get the Council on the list.
Councilman Algeier nominated Ron Harmetz as an Alternate Member on the Municipal Alliance Committee. Deputy Mayor Guadagno seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
Manager Lovell noted that the bids for the cost of loading and hauling leaves for the fall leaf program jumped by $1.90 per cubic yard this year, which will result in a significant increase and he will have to scramble to find the money to fund that program.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
WHEREAS, Section 8 of the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975 (N.J.S.A. 10:4-12) permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting under certain circumstances; and
WHEREAS, this public body is of the opinion that such circumstances presently exist.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, in the County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, as follows:
1. The public shall be excluded from the following portion of the meeting.
2. The general nature of the subject matter to be discussed is as follows:
A. Collective Bargaining Agreements
3. As nearly as now can be ascertained, the matter or matters to be discussed at this time will be disclosed to the public at such time and under such circumstances as are prescribed by law.
4. At the conclusion of the closed Executive Session, the Council may reconvene in public session for the purpose of taking formal action on matters discussed in closed session or on any other matter as permitted by law.
Deputy Mayor Guadagno made a motion to move into Executive Session at 10:40 p.m. Councilman Obremski seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
Councilman Algeier made a motion to return to Open Session at 10:54 p.m. Deputy Mayor Guadagno seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Obremski
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch
NAYS: None
ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Councilman Napoliello
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Mitsch adjourned the meeting at 10:55 p.m.
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Donna Marie Luciani
Township Clerk