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Minutes: March 21, 2019

A. OPENING OF REGULAR MEETING

1. Call to Order

A regular meeting of the Randolph Township Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Loveys. 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. Roll Call

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

Also present: Township Manager Mountain and Keli Gallo from the Buzak Law Group

3. Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Loveys led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Mayor Loveys stated that there is no room for bigotry, racism, hatred of any kind. The senseless occurrence last Friday in New Zealand outlined once again an unforgivable act, and one that should not be tolerated. Randolph is a very diverse community, with its residents practicing a variety of faiths. People should be free to practice their faith without living in fear of those with extremist views. The Mayor expressed his sympathy for those in New Zealand, as well as others in the world facing that evil every day.

B. 2019 MUNICIPAL BUDGET INTRODUCTION & CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

Manager Mountain reported the following:

The top priority in the annual list of goals for the year is to budget effectively; he felt that this budget achieved the goal.
He thanked Darren Maloney for assembling the 2019 Budget and Capital Program Books and for his efforts throughout the budget process. He also thanked the staff for their cooperation and input, and the Council for their support and guidance as the budget was assembled.
The township ended 2018 once again in a strong position financially, and the budget reflects this fiscal strength.
The primary focus of the budget was to maintain current service levels, and to invest in the community’s core facilities and infrastructure; this budget achieves these goals.
The other goal for this budget process was to maintain a stable municipal tax levy; this goal was also achieved. The municipal portion of the 2019 tax rate for the average home will not be increasing as a result of this budget.
Tonight’s presentation is condensed; he will provide a more detailed presentation prior to the budget hearing scheduled for April 18th.

Manager Mountain reviewed the highlights:

The budget up for introduction is within the state mandated 2 percent levy cap.
The total operating budget is $32,568,204.
The Water and Sewer budget is $8,062,270.
The proposed budget contains no service reductions or major changes from 2018. The budget contains support for several key initiatives including the continued funding of township infrastructure projects such as road resurfacing and retaining wall replacement, park improvements such as the replacement of the field lighting at Brundage Park, a funding reserve for future renovations to the Brundage Park Playhouse and trail improvements, the purchase of utility truck for the First Aid Squad and the replacement of the Fire Department’s wildland brush truck B44.
The township remains in a strong financial position going into this budget year due to a number of factors which include the Council’s adherence to conservative financial policies, steady municipal revenues, and continued growth in the municipal tax base.
On a whole, appropriations in the proposed budget are trending at levels equal to or below 2 percent of the prior year’s budget. As in any budget, there are outliers on the expense side. He highlighted the more notable budget drivers on the expense side:
- Total Salaries & Wages—Salary and wages is one of the larger cost centers in the municipal budget; containing this cost center is critical to attaining budgetary stability. This year this cost center is increasing by 4.33 percent from the previous year. There are several reasons for this increase, which include the cumulative impact of union contracts all of which continue to contain cost of living increases in the 2 percent range; anticipated retirements and contractually required terminal leave pay-outs; and other personnel related costs. Further increases in this area have been mitigated through the maintenance of the full-time head count at current staffing levels.
- Debt Service—Debt service is increasing 9.42 percent in the proposed budget. This increase is due to the first installment on the repayment of the 2018 bonds sold last September coming due this year. He noted that the overall debt service costs are very low, due to the township’s “pay as you go” cash payment philosophy for most capital obligations.
- Rescue Squad—the Rescue Squad operating line item is going up in 2019 reflecting the initiation of a clothing allowance program. In 2016 the township initiated a stipend program offsetting clothing costs for volunteer firemen. The merit-based program provides a small stipend to volunteers who meet activity level standards tracked by the department. The budget contains the $20,000 in funding for the Squad to institute a similar program for their membership.
- Leaf Hauling—In 2018 the bid cost, along with curbside leaf volumes both increased. Based upon the expectation that the increases absorbed in 2018 are the “new norm,” the 2019 budget proposes an additional $18,000 in funding for the service.
- Recycling—As a result of changes in the market for recyclable sales, mostly due to restrictions implemented in the past year by China, it is anticipated that the disposal of recyclables will be a significant cost in 2019. Based on the costs incurred in 2018 and projections shared by the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority on the 2019 market, the township is anticipating a six figure cost again in 2019 for the disposal of recyclables.
- Balancing the proposed expenses in 2019, another year of continued stability on the revenue side of the budget and for the township ratable base is anticipated. These trends and continued conservative budgeting should help the township maintain our strong surplus position, despite the heavy investments proposed in infrastructure.
- The township’s strong financial position is also helping to manage tax appeals which are forecast to continue in 2019. The township still faces several remaining large tax appeals, therefore, continuing to bank additional dollars to cover those appeals.
- The proposed budget calls for appropriations of $32,568,204; this represents a 0.85% increase from the 2018 budget. The combined tax levy for the Municipal budget, the Municipal library and Open Space/Recreation tax are proposed to remain at the same level as in 2018. He reiterated that there will be no increase in the municipal portion of the property tax bill for Randolph residents.
- The Water and Sewer budgets continue to be in very sound financial condition; with the rate changes adopted by the Council earlier this year, this should continue into future years as well.
- The Water budget is $3,531,146 for 2019; the Sewer budget is $4,531,124.
- The Water & Sewer budgets contain funding towards several projects which include the upgrade of the Dogwood Pump Station and an update of the township’s sewer master plan. The budget also contains $1million dollars in cash funding for the pay-down of the previously enacted Butterworth sewer ordinance.

Manager Mountain again expressed his appreciation for the diligent manner in which the Council approached this year’s budget process. He added:

Randolph continues to maintain a AAA bond rating. It is one of only a small number of municipalities in the state of New Jersey carrying this distinction.
The AAA bond rating is a reflection of the township’s strong financial position. The proposed budget continues the tradition of good financial planning and will only enhance the township’s financial position in the future.
He is very pleased with the budget document, and encouraged its introduction.
He asked the Council for comments and questions.

Since there were no comments or questions from the Council, Manager Mountain read the resolution for the introduction of the 2019 budget:

MUNICIPAL BUDGET NOTICE

Section 1.

Municipal Budget of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris for the Fiscal Year 2019.

Be it Resolved, that the following statements of revenues and appropriations shall constitute the Municipal Budget for the year 2019.

Be it Further Resolved, that said Budget be published in the Randolph Reporter/Daily Record in the issue of March 26, 2019.

Summary of Current Fund Section of Approved Budget:

Appropriations within CAPS $26,836,730.93
Appropriations excluded from CAPS $10,795,117.03
Reserve for Uncollected Taxes $2,998,626.00
Total General Appropriations $40,630,473.96
Less Anticipated Revenues Other Than Current Property Tax $19,553,486.91
Difference Amounts to be Raised by Taxes for Support of the Municipal Budget as follows:
Local Tax for Municipal Purposes Including Reserve for Uncollected Taxes $19,569,401.00
Minimum Library Tax $1,507,586.05

Councilman Forstenhausler stated that he was very pleased that, for three consecutive years, the budget has resulted in no increase in municipal taxes. He complemented Manager Mountain, Darren Maloney and the staff for their work and for incorporating the Council’s input.

Mayor Loveys concurred with Councilman Forstenhausler’s comments, and thanked Darren Maloney for leading the January 26th meeting in Manager Mountain’s absence.

Deputy Mayor Carey made a motion to introduce the 2019 Municipal Budget & Capital Improvement Program. Councilman Forstenhausler 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

C. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Patrick Randazzo of 65 Ironia Road stated that he is speaking on behalf of himself, his wife, and neighbors regarding a cargo container on his neighbor’s property. It seems to be there temporarily; however, he wants to ensure that it is temporary and that in the future something like this doesn’t occur again. It is an unsightly shipping container, similar to those seen in Newark Port. Mr. Randazzo distributed photos of the container, and felt the container is not something that should be on a residential property in Randolph. He was not sure if there was a permit issued for the container, but if so, he wanted to know how long it would be there and if it could be moved. His bigger concern was for the future, and asked that an ordinance be amended or drafted to address this type of container. Mr. Randazzo also expressed his concern about 58 Ironia Road which is a house that was renovated, but has been vacant for four years, with construction debris still on the property. In addition, there is an excavating machine that has been on the property for almost three years. This vehicle is well beyond the size of the trucks that are allowed under the ordinance. Mr. Randazzo asked for the Council’s consideration in addressing the situation.

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

D. MANAGER’S REPORT

Manager Mountain reported the following:

Commuter Transit Project Update—the committee working on identifying a possible commuter transit shuttle into New York City met again recently with TransOptions and the CEO of Boxcar. Boxcar is a start-up company whose mission is to make commuting from the suburbs easier and cost efficient; they use technology similar to Uber or Lyft but tailored on a larger scale towards commuters. They partner with entities, including municipalities that have space for commuters to park, bus providers and the commuters themselves to create a private, but affordable, public transit option. The meeting went very well. Boxcar’s CEO was very impressed with the data the township collected with TransOptions on the commuter population and committed to taking a closer look at whether Randolph could be a future location to pilot the service. He advised that Boxcar was already committed to launching projects through September of this year, but would evaluate the data and plan a time in the future to discuss it further. The discussion was very encouraging.
Facilities Work Group and Liberty Tree Update—the Council Facilities Workgroup met twice over the past few weeks to review the Liberty Tree proposal. The initial meeting was with the Liberty Tree Committee; they reviewed the details of the proposal and discussed next steps. The Facilities Workgroup then met separately to review the information, and prepare for a meeting of the full group. They hope to then make recommendations for the Council’s consideration.
2019 Road Evaluation Program—he is working with Public Works and Engineering on the 2019 road inventory in preparation for working with the infrastructure work group on the roads to be recommended for resurfacing in this year’s road program. The plan is for the infrastructure workgroup to review the recommendation first and then present it to the Council for consideration at the April 4th Council meeting. If the Council approves the recommendation, they will introduce the ordinance funding the road program at the April 18th Council meeting. Prior to the road resurfacing, the department will be conducting road maintenance and pothole repair, as well as upgrading catch basins.
Route 10 Meeting—he was just advised this afternoon by Assemblyman Bucco’s office that the NJDOT has proposed dates for a meeting in Randolph to continue discussions regarding the Route 10 intersections. The dates provided are all in late April; he will provide more information once the final date is confirmed.

E. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES

1. Approval of Council Budget Meeting Minutes for January 26, 2019

Councilman Tkacs made a motion to approve the Budget Minutes of the January 26, 2019 Council meeting. Councilman Forstenhausler 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

F. COMBINED ACTION RESOLUTIONS

Item #3, Shared Services with Dover for Animal Control—Councilwoman Veech asked if the Manager could provide a memo to the Council listing all of the shared services. Manager Mountain said that he would distribute the information. Mayor Loveys noted that the agreement has been in place for several years; however, he questioned why in the agreement Randolph holds Dover harmless and why Dover does not hold Randolph harmless as well. Manager Mountain explained that he cannot provide the history since he wasn’t part of the original contract negotiation, but he could look into it. Attorney Keli Gallo stated she would have to look at the provision itself to properly answer.

Item #8, Emergency Medical Services to Prime Healthcare Systems—Saint Clare’s, LLC—Councilwoman Veech asked for more information. Manager Mountain explained that the daytime services were previously provided by Atlantic Health. Both Prime Healthcare Systems and Atlantic Health bid; Atlantic Health had a flaw in their bid which ruled them out. The recommended contractor is Prime Healthcare Systems—Saint Clare’s, LLC; there have been a lot of changes in Saint Clare’s services as a whole since Prime Healthcare Systems took over. They have made a lot of changes to their EMS services, which have corrected many of the problems that were present when the township first explored the services. Saint Clare’s has partnered with the County; they back each other up. The Manager felt comfortable that their services would be good; however, the township will monitor the situation during the transition. The fees remain the same as they were before. Mayor Loveys added that the County currently has one ambulance, but in the 2019 budget, they plan to add one more. Councilwoman Potter asked if the Randolph Rescue Squad had reviewed the contract. Manager Mountain believed they saw the original contract; this contract is exactly the same as the one with Atlantic Health. There was a brief conversation on Saint Clare’s and its familiarity with the township. Councilwoman Veech asked what the charge is to residents during the day for Saint Clare’s versus the charge from the Randolph Rescue Squad. Manager Mountain explained that the Randolph Rescue Squad and the County, if they respond, do not charge; under the agreement with Saint Clare’s, the insurance company, if the resident has it, would get charged.

Item #12, Agreement between Randolph and NJDOT—Councilman Tkacs stated that it doesn’t look like what the NJDOT is doing affects Randolph, and asked for clarification. Manager Mountain explained that Randolph is very minimally affected. He explained that there is a small amount of sidewalk in the South Salem Street and Route 10 area that would potentially be covered under this agreement. The agreement requires that if any utilities that the township is responsible for have to be moved, the township would move them; however, the township would be reimbursed by the NJDOT for any costs incurred.

Manager Mountain explained that in addition to the resolution for Item #1, an affidavit must be signed by the Council confirming that it was read and acknowledged.

1. Confirming Randolph’s Compliance with the “Enforcement Guidance on the Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964” and Directs the Clerk to Cause to be Maintained This Resolution and Required Affidavit to Show Evidence of Compliance

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GOVERNING BODY CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH THE UNITED STATES EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION’S “Enforcement Guidance on the Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964”

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:4-5 as amended by P.L. 2017, c.183 requires the governing body of each municipality and county to certify that their local unit’s hiring practices comply with the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s “Enforcement Guidance on the Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,” as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq., (April 25, 2012) before submitting its approved annual budget to the Division of Local Government Services in the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs; and

WHEREAS, the members of the governing body have familiarized themselves with the contents of the above-referenced enforcement guidance and with their local unit’s hiring practices as they pertain to the consideration of an individual’s criminal history, as evidenced by the group affidavit form of the governing body attached hereto.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Council of the Township of Randolph hereby states that it has complied with N.J.S.A. 40A:4-5, as amended by P.L. 2017, c.183, by certifying that the local unit’s hiring practices comply with the above-referenced enforcement guidance and hereby directs the Clerk to cause to be maintained and available for inspection a certified copy of this resolution and the required affidavit to show evidence of said compliance.

2. Approving the Annual Budget Examination Conducted by the Township

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WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:4-78b has authorized the Local Finance board to adopt rules that permit Municipalities in sound fiscal condition to assume the responsibility, normally granted to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services, of conducting the annual budget examination; and

WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 5:30-7 was adopted by the Local Finance Board on February 11, 1997; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-7.2 thru 7.5 the Township of Randolph has been declared eligible to participate in the program by the Division of Local Government Services, and the Chief Financial Officer has determined that the Township meets the necessary conditions to participate in the program for the 2019 budget year; so now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Randolph that in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:30-7.6 a and b and based upon the Financial Officers certification, the governing body has found the budget has met the following requirements

That with reference to the following items, the amounts have been calculated pursuant to law and appropriated as such in the budget:
1. Payment of interest and debt redemption charges.
2. Deferred charges and statutory expenditures.
3. Cash deficit of preceding year.
4. Reserve for uncollected taxes.
5. Other reserves and non-disbursement items.
6. Any inclusions of amounts required for school purposes.
That the provisions relating to limitation on increases of appropriations pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:4-45.2 and appropriations for exceptions to limits on appropriations found at 40A:4-45.3et seq. are fully met. (Complies with the “CAP” law.)
That the budget is in such form, arrangement, and content as required by the Local Budget Law and N.J.A.C. 5:30-4 and 5:30.5.
That pursuant to the Local Budget Law:
1. All estimates of revenue are reasonable, accurate, and correctly stated.
2. Items of appropriation are properly set forth.
3. In itemization form, arrangement, and contend the budget will permit the exercise of comptroller function within the municipality.
The budget and associated amendments have been introduced, publicly advertised, and in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Local Budget Law, except that failure to meet the deadlines of N.J.S.A. 40A:4-5 shall not prevent such certification.
That all other applicable statutory requirements have been fulfilled.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.

3. Authorizing Shared Services Agreement to Provide Animal Control Services to the Town of Dover for 2019—$98.00 per Hour at a Minimum of 520 Hours to a Maximum of 624 Hours

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WHEREAS, the Town of Dover wishes to obtain Animal Control Services from the Township of Randolph; and

WHEREAS, both parties agree to abide by the provisions set forth in the Services Agreement dated January 1, 2019.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph do hereby approve the Contract with the Town of Dover.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign the contract.

4. Refund a Portion of Escrow for Block 121, Lot 32, 18 Arthur Lane to Pyramid Network Services (PSE&G)—$805.00

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WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Department received escrow funds from Pyramid Network Services (PSE&G), c/o Ferraro & Stamos, Block 121 Lot 32, at 18 Arthur Lane and in the amount of $4,500.00; and

WHEREAS, the project has been completed and closed out and there are no outstanding payments due.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey that it is recommended by Darren Carney, Planning and Zoning Administrator the remaining escrow funds in the amount of $805.00 be refunded to Pyramid Network Services (PSE&G) c/o Ferraro & Stamos, 22 Paris Ave., Suite 105, Rockleigh, NJ 07647.

Darren Carney, Planning & Zoning Administrator
Date:

5. Authorizing MCCPC Contracts with Additional Approved Vendor

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11(5) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-7.1 et seq. may, by resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services under a Cooperative Pricing System of which the Township is a member; and

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph on January 17, 2019 via R 30-19 authorized contracts with certain approved MCCPC Contract Vendors; and

WHEREAS, it’s been determined that contracts in excess of $17,500 may be entered into with an additional MCCPC Contract Vendor; and

WHEREAS, the additional MCCPC Contract Vendor has been added to the attached list; and

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph anticipates entering into contracts in excess of $17,500 with the attached Referenced Contract Vendors through this resolution and properly executed purchase orders/contracts as needed, which shall be subject to all the conditions applicable to the current co-op contracts.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Council of the Township of Randolph authorizes the Purchasing Agent to purchase certain goods and services from the additional approved MCCPC Contract Vendors on the attached list, pursuant to all conditions of the individual co-op contracts; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Township Council of the Township of Randolph pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b) regarding the certification of available funds, shall either certify the full maximum amount against the budget at the time the contract is awarded, or no contract amount shall be chargeable or certified until such time as the goods or services are ordered or otherwise called for prior to placing the order, and a certification of availability of funds is made by the Chief Financial Officer via an authorized Purchase Order; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the duration of the contracts between the Township of Randolph and the referenced MCCPC Contract Vendors shall be until December 31, 2019 or upon expiration of the vendor’s contract whichever is first.

6. Authorizing Award of a Professional Services Agreement to Harbor Consultants, Inc. for Planning Services for the Affordable Housing Program (COAH) for the Term of March 21, 2019 through March 20, 2020—Not to Exceed $25,000.00

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Planning Services for the Affordable Housing Program (COAH) for the term of March 21, 2019 through March 20, 2020; 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 Harbor Consultants Inc. located at 320 North Avenue East, Cranford, NJ 07016 to provide the necessary Planning Services for the Affordable Housing Program (COAH) for a total amount not to exceed $25,000; 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 from March 21, 2019 through March 20, 2020; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Harbor Consultants Inc. is for a total amount not to exceed $25,000 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, Harbor Consultants Inc. has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification as required; and

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

WHEREAS, the Finance Director has certified to the availability of funds for the retention of such professional services from account #13-225-00-000-000; 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:

The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Harbor Consultants Inc. having an office at 320 North Avenue East, Cranford, NJ 07016 to provide Planning Services for the Affordable Housing Program (COAH) for the term of March 21, 2019 through March 20, 2020.
Harbor Consultants Inc. shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $25,000.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: March 21, 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 Housing Trust Fund, to award a contract to Harbor Consultants for planning services for the affordable housing program, per its proposal to the township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 13-225-00-000-000 (not to exceed $25,000)

7. Authorizing Contracts under the NJ Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NJCPA)

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11(5) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-7.1 et seq. may, by resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services under a Cooperative Pricing System of which the Township is a member; and

WHEREAS, the Township has the need on a timely basis to purchase goods and services utilizing the NJCPA of which it is a member; and

WHEREAS, the Township anticipates entering into contracts in excess of $17,500 with the attached Referenced Contract Vendors through this resolution and properly executed purchase orders/contracts as needed, which shall be subject to all the conditions applicable to the current co-op contracts.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township authorizes the Qualified Purchasing Agent to purchase certain goods and services from those NJCPA Contract Vendors on the attached list, pursuant to all conditions of the individual co-op contracts; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the governing body of the Township pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b) regarding the certification of available funds, shall either certify the full maximum amount against the budget at the time the contract is awarded, or no contract amount shall be chargeable or certified until such time as the goods or services are ordered or otherwise called for prior to placing the order, and a certification of availability of funds is made by the Chief Financial Officer via an authorized Purchase Order; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the duration of the contracts between the Township and the referenced NJCPA Contract Vendors shall be until December 31, 2019 or upon expiration of the vendor’s contract whichever is first.

8. Awarding a Contract for Emergency Medical Services and Medical Transportation to Prime Healthcare Systems—Saint Clare’s, LLC DBA Saint Clare’s Health of Denville from April 14, 2019 through April 13, 2024

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph advertised for Emergency Medical Services and Medical Transportation Services in accordance with Local Public Contracts Law and received bids on February 26, 2019; and

WHEREAS, 2 bids were received; and

WHEREAS, bids were received from the following in the order listed and for the bid prices shown:

Prime Healthcare Systems—Saint Clare’s, LLC DBA Saint Clare’s Health, Denville, NJ—Markup/Premium above the Medicare/Medicaid base rate: $0.00;

Atlantic Ambulance Corp., Livingston, NJ—Markup/Premium above the Medicare/Medicaid base rate: $0.00; and

WHEREAS, Atlantic Ambulance Corp. provided an unsigned Statement of Ownership Disclosure which is a mandatory non-waivable, non-curable defect; and

WHEREAS, the Police Chief and the Purchasing Agent recommend the award of the contract to Prime Healthcare Systems—Saint Clare’s, LLC DBA Saint Clare’s Health as the sole responsive, responsible bidder; and

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph desires to award a contract for the Emergency Medical Services and Medical Transportation Services bid to Prime Healthcare Systems—Saint Clare’s, LLC DBA Saint Clare’s Health of Denville, NJ for their Markup/Premium above the Medicare/Medicaid base rate of $0.00 for the period of April 14, 2019 through April 13, 2024.

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 Prime Healthcare Systems—Saint Clare’s, LLC DBA Saint Clare’s Health of Denville, NJ for the Emergency Medical Services and Medical Transportation Services bid for the Markup/Premium price above the Medicare/Medicaid base rate of $0.00 per their bid proposal for the period of April 14, 2019 through April 13, 2024.

9. Authorizing the Award of the Rebid of MCCPC Contract #19—Concrete Basin Blocks & Granite Curb Blocks—to Extech Building Material

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council (“MCCPC”) sought bids for the rebid of Contract #19 (Concrete Basin Blocks & Granite Curb Blocks); and

WHEREAS, bids had been advertised and received on February 5, 2019, in accordance with Local Public Contracts Law; and

WHEREAS, one (1) bid was received; and

WHEREAS, Extech Building Materials (dba Liberty Building Products) in Newark, New Jersey, is the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for the items and prices shown on the attached Notification of Award for the term of April 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the Township Council on behalf of the MCCPC hereby authorizes the award of the rebid of Contract #19 (Concrete Basin Blocks & Granite Curb Blocks) to Extech Building Materials (dba Liberty Building Products) as noted above.

10. Refund Tax Sale Certificate for Block 155.01, Lot 8.01, 60 Forrest Rd. to Four Corners Capital—$4,505.24

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WHEREAS, Tax Sale Certificate #18-35 held by Four Corners Capital, and currently assessed to David John Torrente and known as, Block 155.01 Lot 8.01 and also known as 60 Forrest Road, and;

WHEREAS, the above mentioned Tax Sale Certificate has been redeemed by David John Torrente owner of the property. The redemption includes principal and interest in the amount of $1,305.24. There is also a premium due in the amount of $3,200.00.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, acknowledges that the Tax Collector redeem and refund the total amount of $4,505.24 to Four Corners Capital lien holder of Tax Sale Certificate #18-35.

11. Refund Tax Sale Certificate for Block 133, Lot 7, 15 Warren Rd. to US Bank Cust BV Trust 2015-1—$138,901.68

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WHEREAS, Tax Sale Certificate #2031 currently held by US Bank Cust BV Trust 2015-1 and currently assessed to William and Petra Dixon and known as Block 133 Lot 7 and also known as 15 Warren Rd., and;

WHEREAS, the above mentioned Tax Sale Certificate has been redeemed by William and Petra Dixon the owners of the property. The redemption includes principal and interest in the amount of $77,594.68, legal foreclosure fees of $1,307.00 and there is also a premium due in the amount of $60,000.00.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, acknowledges that the Tax Collector redeem and refund the total amount of $138,901.68 to US Bank Cust BV Trust 2015-1 lien holder of Tax Sale Certificate #2031.

12. Authorizing an Agreement Between the Township of Randolph and the State of New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) for the UECA-20-ADA North Contract 3-154130

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WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJ DOT) is about to undertake the design and construction of ADA North Contract 3 located in the Townships of Ramsey, Denville, Dover, Nutley, Hillside, Newark, Hawthorne, Wharton, Morris, Parsippany, and Clifton and the Counties of Bergen, Morris, Essex, Union, and Passaic; and

WHEREAS, the project may require the construction of new and or the protection, relocation and/or adjustment of facilities of the existing Sewer System and Water System, which is owned and operated by the Township of Randolph; and

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph is not obligated by State law or agreement to relocate its own facilities at its own expense for this type of project; and

WHEREAS, the State Department of Transportation and the Township of Randolph wish to enter a Utility Engineering and Construction Agreement UECA-20-ADA North Contract 3-154130 covering the understandings for the verification, design, protection and/or relocation of certain public works facilities in connection with the design and construction.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris in the State of New Jersey, that the Mayor and Clerk are authorized to enter into an agreement with the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the UECA-20-ADA North Contract 3-154130.

13. Awarding Contracts to Various Bidders for Supplying Plumbing and Waterworks Specialties

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph advertised for Supplying Plumbing & Waterworks Specialties in accordance with Local Public Contracts Law and received bids on March 12, 2019; and

WHEREAS, 3 bids were received; and

WHEREAS, bids were received from the following:

Capitol Supply, Wayne, NJ;
Water Works Supply Co., Inc., Pompton Plains, NJ;
Raritan Group Inc., Edison, NJ; and

WHEREAS, Capitol Supply submitted a bid and was the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the items highlighted in yellow in its column on the attached spreadsheet (and indicated by ** in the MFG# & BRAND BIDDING column); and

WHEREAS, Water Works Supply Co., Inc. submitted a bid and was the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the items highlighted in yellow in its column on the attached spreadsheet (and indicated by ** in the MFG# & BRAND BIDDING column); and

WHEREAS, Raritan Group Inc. submitted a bid and was the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the items highlighted in yellow in its column on the attached spreadsheet (and indicated by ** in the MFG# & BRAND BIDDING column); and

WHEREAS, the previous Engineering Administrator/W&S has reviewed the bids and approved all alternative manufacturers and/or items listed; and

WHEREAS, there were tie bids for Item #112a and Item #127 between Capitol Supply and Raritan Group Inc.; and

WHEREAS, per the bid specifications, award of tie bids will be done at random with the Township reserving the right to award at its discretion to any one of the tie bidders in any procedure it deems in the best interest of the Township; and

WHEREAS, Items #112b-#112h are awarded to Capitol Supply so for ease of ordering Item #112a is awarded to Capitol Supply also; and

WHEREAS, for Item #127 a name draw was conducted with 4 employees of the Township in attendance and Raritan Group Inc.’s name was pulled therefore Item #127 is awarded to Raritan Group Inc.; and

WHEREAS, a few items had prices which the bidders advised after the fact were wrong therefore their bids for those items aren’t considered and are being awarded to the next lowest responsive, responsible bidder; and

WHEREAS, a number of items had no bids by any bidder per the attached spreadsheet and are therefore not being awarded as part of this contract and will not be rebid; and

WHEREAS, the previous Engineering Administrator/W&S and the Purchasing Agent recommend the award of contracts to Capitol Supply, Water Works Supply Co., Inc., and Raritan Group Inc. as the lowest responsive, responsible bidders for those highlighted items in their respective columns on the attached spreadsheet.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that contracts be awarded as stated above and per the attached spreadsheet to Capitol Supply of Wayne, NJ, Water Works Supply Co., Inc. of Pompton Plains, NJ, and Raritan Group Inc. of Edison, NJ for Supplying Plumbing & Waterworks Specialties for the Township of Randolph for the contract term of April 1, 2019 through March 31, 2020.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the governing body of the Township of Randolph pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b) regarding the certification of available funds, shall either certify the full maximum amount against the budget at the time the contract is awarded, or no contract amount shall be chargeable or certified until such time as the goods or services are ordered or otherwise called for prior to placing the order, and a certification of availability of funds is made by the Chief Financial Officer via an authorized Purchase Order.

14. Raffle License, On-Premise 50/50, Ellie Reynolds ALS Foundation, at the Max Challenge of Randolph, 477 Route 10, Randolph, NJ on April 13, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

15. Raffle License, Tricky Tray, Ellie Reynolds ALS Foundation, at the Max Challenge of Randolph, 477 Route 10, Randolph, NJ on April 13, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

16. Raffle License, On-Premise 50/50, Greek Orthodox Church Community Center, 1447 Sussex Tpke., Randolph, May 10, 2019 from 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

17. Raffle License, Tricky Tray, Greek Orthodox Church Community Center, 1447 Sussex Tpke., Randolph, May 10, 2019 from 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Councilwoman Veech made a motion to approve the Combined Action Resolutions. Councilwoman Potter 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

G. UPCOMING EVENTS

ALL IN for Randolph Schools, the Randolph PTO Council, Friday, April 5 at 8:00 p.m., Hanover Marriott, 140 Route 10 East, Whippany—Basket Raffle at 6:45 p.m., Dinner and Entertainment
Randolph Area Chamber of Commerce Monthly Networking Luncheon at LaStrada Restaurant, April 18 at 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Clean Communities Day, Saturday, April 27 from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Randolph Municipal Building
Historical Society of Old Randolph Historic Bus Tour, Saturday, April 27 at 2:00 p.m., departs from the Municipal Building at 2:00 p.m.
Operation Take-Back collection, Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., at the Acme on Millbrook Avenue and Sussex Turnpike
Randolph MAC Healthy Body, Healthy Mind Expo on Saturday, May 4 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Community Center, 30 Calais Road
Library Event: Viva Vallenato! on Sunday, May 5 at 2:00 p.m., registration required, 973-895-3556
Added—Ribbon Cutting at Be You Yoga on Thursday, April 4 at 5:30 p.m., Middlebury Boulevard

H. ORDINANCES: SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING

Attorney Keli Gallo stated that she had a memo from the Planning Board in which they explain that they reviewed Ordinance Nos. 04-19 and 05-19 at their March 18, 2019 meeting; they did not find the ordinances inconsistent with the Master Plan. They look favorable upon both ordinances.

1. Ordinance No. 04-19 Amending the Land Development Ordinance of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey to Establish the Village Mixed Use—VMU District and to Rezone Several Properties in Accordance with the Mount Freedom Planning Study Update

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH, MORRIS COUNTY, NEW JERSEY TO ESTABLISH THE VILLAGE MIXED USE—VMU DISTRICT AND TO REZONE SEVERAL PROPERTIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MOUNT FREEDOM PLANNING STUDY UPDATE” be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Mountain explained that this ordinance implements the recommendations of the Planning Board and the Mount Freedom Planning Study Update to establish a Village Mixed Use District and to rezone several properties in the Mount Freedom area to achieve the recommendations in the study. The ordinance was discussed at length at the Council meeting on December 6, 2018 and at the ordinance introduction.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Jim McConnell of 45 Carrell Road asked when the Saint Clare’s ambulance contract takes effect. Manager Mountain replied that he would get back to Mr. McConnell with that answer as he did not know at the moment. Mr. McConnell explained that Saint Clare’s has been the contracted provider twice before, and they were good. He felt both Saint Clare’s and Atlantic Health are good.

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

Mayor Loveys asked Darren Carney to provide an overview for the public. Darren Carney explained that this ordinance rezones the section of Mount Freedom that is currently professional office residential; it is on the north side of Sussex Turnpike, between Millbrook Avenue and the bend opposite of Old Brookside Road. It puts the zoning back to the B1 zone to which much of the area was developed; it makes a lot of the non-conforming uses, now conforming. It provides the opportunity for future commercial and residential development in that zone.

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH, MORRIS COUNTY, NEW JERSEY TO ESTABLISH THE VILLAGE MIXED USE—VMU DISTRICT AND TO REZONE SEVERAL PROPERTIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MOUNT FREEDOM PLANNING STUDY UPDATE” be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Councilman Forstenhausler made a motion to accept the ordinance. Councilwoman Veech 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

2. Ordinance No. 05-19 Amending Sections 15-23.2, 15-25, 15-26.2, 15-35.3 and 15-39.5 of the Land Development Ordinance of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 15-23.2, 15-25, 15-26.2, 15-35.3 AND 15-39.5 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH, MORRIS COUNTY, NEW JERSEY” be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Mountain explained that this ordinance partners with Ordinance No. 04-19 to establish the specific standards that go along with the uses that are going into effect in the Mount Freedom zone as recommended by the Mount Freedom Planning Study Update.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 15-23.2, 15-25, 15-26.2, 15-35.3 AND 15-39.5 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH, MORRIS COUNTY, NEW JERSEY” be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Deputy Mayor Carey made a motion to accept the ordinance. Councilman Tkacs 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

I. ORDINANCES: INTRODUCTION

1. Ordinance No. 06-19 Authorizing the Vacation and Release of a Pedestrian Easement Located on Lots 7.06 and 7.07, Block 93

Manager Mountain explained that Darren Carney provided a memo. In his memo Darren explains that when the Hillcrest at Randolph sub-division was approved, there was a pedestrian easement included from the cul-de-sac on Devonshire Drive to the township lot with the water tank. At that time it was thought that the township would use the easement to connect the trail along Church Road to future trails in Clyde Potts. However, with the security concerns after September 11th about the general public having access to the water tank, the approach to the trails was changed and this easement was no longer necessary. The township was recently contacted by the owner of one of the Devonshire Drive lots to ask that this pedestrian easement be vacated if it was not needed so he could construct a fence along the property line in the future.

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE VACATION AND RELEASE OF A PEDESTRIAN EASEMENT LOCATED ON LOTS 7.06 AND 7.07, BLOCK 93 WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH” be introduced, read by title by the Township Clerk and passed on first reading.

BE IT RESOLVED, that said Ordinance shall be further considered for final passage at the meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Randolph on the 18th of April 2019 at 7 o’clock in the evening, prevailing time, at the Municipal Building in said Township, at which time and place all persons interested shall be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Township Clerk be authorized and directed to advertise said Ordinance in full or by summary with the notice of introduction thereof, in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Mayor Loveys asked about the attachment to the ordinance as his copy seemed to be cut off. Darren Carney explained that the attachment did not print correctly; it showed the location of the pedestrian easement, and how the trail system was run around it to avoid the water tank.

Councilman Forstenhausler made a motion to introduce the ordinance. Councilwoman Veech 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

J. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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

K. COUNCIL COMMENTS

Councilwoman Potter reported that she did not have any committee meetings since the last Council meeting.

Councilman Nisivoccia attended the Board of Health meeting; they are reviewing pending legislation in the State Assembly which will clarify religious exemptions for mandated infant and child immunizations. The Board of Health is also starting to review information provided via the State Board of Health on the pending legalization of marijuana. They have brought in speakers from Colorado to start briefing them on issues and how to prepare for it.

Councilman Nisivoccia attended the Library Board of Trustees meeting as well as the Randolph Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Quarterly Networking event. He and Councilman Forstenhausler attended the Randolph Chamber of Commerce Networking Luncheon earlier in the day.

Councilman Nisivoccia represented Randolph at the Morris County Police Chiefs meeting.

Councilman Nisivoccia also participated in an informal meeting between members of the Randolph Economic Development Committee, the Chamber of Commerce, and Rotary Club regarding better business participation at the Country Fair. He suspected a similar effort will take place with the Kiwanis Club regarding the Freedom Festival.

Councilman Nisivoccia commended the first responders on their selflessness and noted that they responded quickly to a recent 911 call from his wife.

Councilman Forstenhausler attended the Facilities Workgroup meeting with the Liberty Tree committee.

Councilman Forstenhausler also attended the program sponsored by the Municipal Alliance Committee of speaker Matt Bellace at Randolph Middle School; there were over 100 parents at the evening program. He presented to the middle school students during the day. Councilman Forstenhausler felt the presentation was very good, and reported some of the information that was stated during the program.

Councilman Tkacs attended the Morris Museum’s kickoff of the Simply Steampunk exhibit; there were not a lot of pieces there, but they were of high quality.

Councilman Tkacs attended the Planning Board meeting; they looked favorably on Ordinances 04-19 and 05-19. They also discussed a couple of sub-divisions. There was also a discussion on the property on Quail Run that was originally going to be a fairway; Sal Campo will likely build two homes. He received the “okay to draft” from the Planning Board.

Councilwoman Veech spoke to former Council members Gary Algeier and John Finnernan who said to say hello to Randolph.

Councilwoman Veech attended the Trails Advisory Committee meeting; Jeremy Klopper, who runs the Randolph Revolutions mountain bike team for grades 6-12, provided ideas as to how to make the trails more accessible. He spoke about how many of the trails are steep, gravel or hard, and how he’d like to see more natural trails for hiking and biking. Mr. Klopper also felt the trail maps should clearly identify what types of trails they are. He spoke about volunteers who would do this. Some of the specifics were discussed at the meeting. The Trails Advisory Committee looked favorably upon his ideas; they also will ask the Friends of Randolph group of about 20 people to get involved as well. The committee also discussed the Wayfinding; Councilwoman Veech provided details of the supplies for the project. There will be a press release calling for volunteers for Trail Day on May 4th, with a rain date of May 11th; there will be four groups of volunteers that will install the Wayfinding signs.

Councilwoman Veech reported that the first day of online registration for the Randolph Community Garden will be April 1st. There are over 127 interested people on the email list; there are 168 garden beds. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

Mayor Loveys attended the Mt. Freedom Jewish Center’s Purim celebration; it was a wonderful celebration and they honored two people during the ceremony.

Mayor Loveys also attended the Randolph Community Garden meeting. He was impressed with their planning; he felt Mike Dziomba was a great fit for the garden coordinator.

Mayor Loveys attended the Parks Committee and Recreation Committee meetings, but forgot his notes and will present any important information at the next Council meeting.

Mayor Loveys attended the County Budget meeting with the Freeholders. A lot of information was provided. Their budget is up slightly. The Mayor spoke on behalf of the Randolph Council and supported the County Budget. They are continuing with their infrastructure; they have been good to Randolph, and are aware that two of our county roads are in desperate need of repair.

Mayor Loveys went to a fascinating place, Junior Achievement Biz Town, in Edison. The fifth grade at Shongum School was invited there. It is a mocked-up version of a town, and the students participate in the typical activities of a town.

Mayor Loveys reported that the Randolph Middle School is proud to announce that they received the 2019 New Jersey Schools to Watch; it is the first time they applied, and there are only 10 selected in the country. The Mayor felt that Principal, Dr. Copeland is an asset to the Randolph school system.

Mayor Loveys attended the Morris County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) event. They presented information on how Morris County is viewed by big businesses outside of New Jersey, and how the MCEDC or Randolph could possibly influence this. There is a nationwide matrix utilized for viewing the data, which sometimes is not beneficial to Morris County. The MCEDC is on top of this topic, and look to empower municipalities and other EDCs. Randolph EDC Chairperson, John Ragan, attended the meeting to provide positive information on Morris County and Randolph.

Mayor Loveys and Manager Mountain attended the event at County College of Morris (CCM) to welcome Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, and provide her with a tour. The Mayor was very impressed with President Iacono and what things are happening at CCM. President Iacono reported on the upcoming events, including a legislative event they are hosting at CCM; the Mayor encouraged Council members to attend. He reported that CCM is celebrating 50 years in 2019 and are having several events in May. Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill was very appreciative and spent a good amount of time there; she also met with student leaders.

Mayor Loveys felt that with the possibility of New Jersey legalizing marijuana, a Council workgroup should be formed; he already spoke to Council members individually to determine their level of interest. The workgroup will consist of Deputy Mayor Carey, Councilman Forstenhausler and Councilman Tkacs.

L. 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 Executive portion of the meeting.

2. The general nature of the subject matter to be discussed is as follows:

Land Dedication—Block 81, Lot 29.31
Older American Month’s Award

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 Executive Session, the Council may or may not reconvene in public session for the purpose of taking formal action.

Councilman Forstenhausler made a motion to move into Executive Session at 8:25 p.m. Councilwoman Veech 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

Councilwoman Veech made a motion to close the Executive Session at 8:50 p.m. Councilman Tkacs 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

M. ADJOURNMENT

Councilwoman Veech made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m. Councilman Forstenhausler 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