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Minutes: November 3, 2011

A regular meeting of the Randolph Township Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Deputy Mayor Guadagno. 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. Notice of the time change, which included this meeting date, was advertised in the Randolph Reporter on September 8, 2011.

PRESENT:
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Napoliello
Councilman Obremski (arrived 7:25 p.m.)
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch (arrived 8:30 p.m.)

ABSENT: Councilman MacArthur

Also Present: Township Manager John Lovell and Township Attorney Edward Buzak

Deputy Mayor Guadagno led the Pledge of Allegiance.

COUNCIL AND MANAGER REPORTS

Manager Lovell’s comments regarding the snow storm of October 29 included the following:

On Friday, October 28, four to six inches of snow was forecast for the weekend
All of the plows were mounted on the trucks, chain saws were ready, and the crews were all placed on call
There was concern that the snow would bring down some trees since it was so early in the season and most trees had not lost their leaves
Fourteen inches of snow fell in Randolph on Saturday, October 29
The wet snow toppled trees and took down power lines throughout the township
Almost every intersection traffic light in town was out during the storm and for hours thereafter
The County 911 system lost the ability to communicate with police, fire, and rescue
The Randolph Public Works console took a power surge and melted down
Nextels went out of service in the region
Randolph employees communicated through their personal cell phones to fight the storm and deal with the accidents in the community and contacting police
The police were concentrated on major intersections and dealing with accidents
The police ran out of traffic cones and barricades
Officers were held over and some of them worked as much as 24 hours without a break while dealing with downed lines, complaints, and stranded motorists
Problems continued throughout the township for several days within the community
The plows were out early in the storm, however many encountered down trees, sometimes entangled in power lines, and some trucks were hit by trees
In many cases, employees had to use chain saws to cut their way out of being trapped between two fallen trees
By the end of Saturday night, almost every road was cleared of snow and open except for areas where power lines were down
Many Public Works personnel worked 20 hours without a break
Another area of concern during the storm were the sewage pumping stations
Every pump station lost power but emergency generators were in place after being checked the day before the storm
One pump station generator did fail to start because of a dead battery, however quick thinking and action by Mike Donohue of the Water and Sewer Department averted a hazardous situation when he took the battery from his truck and connected it to the generator
Sunday’s goal was to open all of the streets, however many were fully blocked by downed power lines
Approximately 40 to 50 percent of the town was without power
By Monday morning, outages numbered approximately 6,800 JCP&L customers and 16 roads were still closed
In the course of the following days, power restoration slowly started occurring and trees that had been blocking roads were removed
The problems faced by employees in the public and utility sectors were overwhelming in dealing with so many issues
As of this meeting, approximately 1,600 customers remain without power
There have been many heartbreaking stories from people who are contending with some very difficult circumstances
It is estimated that this storm caused ten times the number of downed branches and trees as compared to the recent Hurricane Irene
Most of the debris has been removed from the roadways, and now employees face the monumental task of collecting branches and limbs that residents will be placing at the curb
A schedule and instructions for branch collection has been placed on the web site
Temporary collection centers will be established at the Public Works yard, Heistein Park, and Hedden Park where Public Works employees can place the debris until it can be mulched
The clean-up process is expected to continue into early 2012
If the township is hit by another storm, the clean-up process will be suspended and the trucks will be used to contend with the storm
The leaf collection program has been suspended, however residents can place leaves in bags at the curb and those bags will be collected every Monday
The program of replacing street trees was suspended about three years ago due to budget constraints
If the Council wishes to reinstate the street tree policy, it will take real dollars due to the tremendous amount of trees that were damaged in the storm and will need to be part of a budget discussion in 2012
Power is expected to be restored throughout the Township by the weekend
Many residents were angry that Halloween was not rescheduled to a later day, however the Manager believes it would have been a dereliction of his responsibilities to tell parents that the town would be safe for children by Saturday and he chose not to put the children at risk
The Library graciously opened their doors as a warming center for residents
The Community Center is in the midst of reconstruction and could not be used
The Manager would like to use funds from the reconstruction to invest in a generator for the Community Center and to purchase supplies so that the building can be used as an emergency center in the future if necessary
October snow storms are rare in New Jersey, but when they hit they have a devastating impact on a community
The Manager praised Councilman Obremski for his efforts in communicating what was going on at JCP&L and helping Randolph to restore power and resolve problems as quickly as possible
The Manager believes JCP&L’s emergency response to this storm, while improved since Hurricane Irene, still has room for improvement
The President of JCP&L has been holding daily teleconference meetings with municipal mayors and managers and has shared a street listing showing when homeowners could expect power to be restored
JCP&L crews face problems when the arrive at a location and find they are facing more complex issues than was anticipated, therefore the street listing is subject to change daily
JCP&L has brought in crews from many other states to assist them with power restoration
Many times a neighborhood will have power restored with the exception of a homeowner in that neighborhood who has damage to their property which is causing a problem
The Manager is concerned about the remaining downed power lines and he strongly urges residents to call JCP&L and to not touch or drive over the line under any circumstances
The Manager expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the efforts of the Police Department, fire and rescue volunteers, Public Works staff, Water and Sewer staff, and Parks staff during and after the storm
The Manager noted that the clerical staff in Town Hall has been fielding calls from residents throughout the week
The Manager noted that residents have been stepping up and offering assistance to neighbors and others in need during this difficult time
Randolph has a ways to go before every home is reconnected and until every branch is picked up
Randolph will continue to work with residents who have been frustrated by the effects of the storm
The Superintendent of Schools has scheduled Halloween parties to take place in all of the schools with the exception of Ironia, which held a party the day before the storm

Councilwoman Veech asked if there were any cost estimates on the storm.

Manager Lovell responded that he does not have any estimates at this time. Grant money from the State for Clean Communities will be used to pay for branch collection. Also, money in the snow reserve was tapped into for snow removal for this storm, and enough money remains in the reserve for the remainder of 2011. However, a couple of mild winters will be required to rebuild that reserve. The Manager expects the cost for police overtime to be significant. Unlike after Hurricane Irene, the State has not made any moves to declare this storm a disaster and the Manager does not expect to receive funds.

Councilman Loveys the police, emergency personnel, volunteers, and the DPW staff for their efforts in dealing with the storm. He also thanked the Manager and his staff for keeping the public informed as best they could.

Deputy Mayor Guadagno noted that the YMCA responded to the community by opening their doors to enable residents to use their showers. The Deputy Mayor suggested the Manager consider reimbursing personnel for the use of their personal cell phones during the storm since no other form of communication was possible. The Deputy Mayor asked if a list of senior citizens was available and asked if anyone has checked on the seniors during the storm and its aftermath.

Manager Lovell responded that he received the fewest complaints from the senior citizens. The residents who were the most vocal and who faced the most difficult situations were those with small children.

Councilman Obremski’s comments regarding the storm included:

He thanked Manager Lovell, Police Chief Robert Mason, and Emergency Management Coordinator Bill Wagner for their efforts
Detailed reports from personnel to JCP&L regarding issues in Randolph made JCP&L’s job easier and enabled JCP&L to respond more quickly
Randolph was the third hardest hit town in Morris County in terms of damage to township and utility facilities
The storm caused damage to 290 poles, 122 transformers, 4,500 spans of wires, and 2,000 individual customer service wires
Crews were called in from Texas, Indiana, Michigan, Alabama, Iowa, as well as sister companies from Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, and Maryland
580 lines crews are working in northern New Jersey, which is more than was used for the entire state after Hurricane Irene
This storm was far worse than Hurricane Irene
As of this meeting, there are still three large pockets of outages in Randolph—Old York Road, Fords Road, and Gristmill Road
Fords Road and Gristmill Road were probably the hardest hit areas and street crews have been there all week
Approximately 913 customers remain without power and those are expected to be restored by midnight Friday
There will likely be single service customers without power into the weekend
The Councilman will provide the Manager with a listing of those single service customers that have been identified and those homeowners will need to make certain repairs before power can be restored
The Councilman thanked the Township Clerk for her efforts in fielding calls from frustrated residents and relaying that information to him
The Councilman thanked the Manager and his staff for their efforts in getting the township up and running as quickly as possible
The Councilman recognized Bill Wagner for efforts in finding the problem at the schools so that they could be brought back online and schools could be reopened
Councilman Obremski recognized and appreciates people’s frustration with the issues relating to the storm and noted that JCP&L personnel have been frustrated as well but will continue to work until every customer is restored

Manager Lovell stated his appreciation for Bill Wagner’s efforts as Emergency Management Coordinator.

OPEN TO PUBLIC

Bob Whitestone, 37 Hilltop Drive, noted that there are still thirteen properties on his street without power. Some of those without power are self-employed and are thus unable to work and run their businesses.

Councilman Obremski responded that he will check on the situation at the conclusion of the meeting and report back to him.

Deputy Mayor Guadagno noted for the record that the Mayor, the Deputy Mayor, and one of the Council members are also without power at their homes at this time.

Judy Stewart, 114 Everdale Road, reiterated her belief that the Council/Manager form of government is the best form of government. Mrs. Stewart believes the Township Managers have gotten better overall since her arrival in Randolph in 1977 and she thanked the Manager and Township Clerk for their efforts in making documentation discussed at Council meetings available to the public.

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

ORDINANCES

A. Second Reading and Public Hearing

(1) Ordinance #20-11: Business Entities Making Political Donations—Public Contracts

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THAT A BUSINESS ENTITY WHICH MAKES CERTAIN POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS SHALL BE LIMITED IN ITS ABILITY TO RECEIVE PUBLIC CONTRACTS FROM THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH” be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Lovell noted that the State of New Jersey created a Best Practices List for municipalities. Randolph has scored high on that list. A new item added to that list this year is the adoption of an ordinance dealing with political contributions. The proposed ordinance reflects what is considered a best practice in the State of New Jersey and puts in language that is required by statute.

The Deputy Mayor opened the meeting for public hearing. Seeing no one from the public, the public portion was closed.

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THAT A BUSINESS ENTITY WHICH MAKES CERTAIN POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS SHALL BE LIMITED IN ITS ABILITY TO RECEIVE PUBLIC CONTRACTS FROM THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH” be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Councilwoman Veech made a motion to approve the ordinance. Councilman Loveys seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Napoliello
Councilman Obremski
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Guadagno

NAYS: None

ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Mayor Mitsch

(2) Ordinance #21-11: Outdoor Dining: B-2, B-2ENV, B-4 Business Zones

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 15-27.2.B, 15-27.4, 15-27A.2.B, 15-27A.4, 15-29.2.B, AND 15-29.4 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH” be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Lovell’s comments included the following:

The Township discovered in late 2010 that there was a problem with outdoor dining brought about from a pending application to the Planning Board by the Pizza Pub
Most zones within the township has no provision for outdoor dining
Despite that, the Planning Board, under advise from their attorney, in some cases had approved outdoor dining for several facilities
The Council discussed the issue and agreed that outdoor dining is a desirable activity
Several restaurants have successful outdoor dining associated with their businesses
The Council felt an ordinance was needed that would create a path through which all of those restaurants could achieve outdoor dining with reasonable rules and regulations governing the practice and would thereby establish a process through which approval could be obtained
Key language in the ordinance limits outdoor dining to 16 seats or 20 percent of indoor dining with an exemption for limited service restaurants with no indoor seating and puts a limitation on the time when outdoor dining must cease
By putting this proposed ordinance in place, businesses must make application to the Planning Board, they will have to notify their neighbors, and those neighbors will have the ability to participate in that Planning Board meeting and give testimony
Restaurants will be able to seek a variance to exceed standards noted in the ordinance
The staff believes this ordinance is a reasonable way in which to fix the issue of outdoor dining, however the Manager noted that the ordinance does not fit all situations
The Manager thanked Ms. Gallo and Mr. Carney for their efforts in creating this ordinance
The Manager emphasized that discretion and consideration at the Planning Board will be key in making determinations in the future

The Deputy Mayor opened the meeting for public hearing.

A resident noted that there are problems with the Sports Bar on Route 10 as far as noise, smoking, and people loitering outside.

Jeannette Alexander, 40 Brook Drive, expressed concern about the possibility of noise if the Martini Bar near her home were to offer outdoor dining.

Deputy Mayor Guadagno responded that the Aashirwad Palace would need to apply to the Planning Board for outdoor dining and the neighbors would be notified and invited to the hearing to speak about any issues and concerns they have.

Ms. Alexander expressed concern with the wording of the ordinance and worries that outdoor dining will not necessarily stop at the required time.

Manager Lovell emphasized it is his interpretation of the ordinance that outdoor dining is to stop at 10:00 p.m. and tables are to be cleared. Restaurants can go to the Planning Board for a variance to extend their hours, however there are standards that would have to be met by the restaurant and neighbors will be notified of the hearing and would be allowed to participate.

A resident stated her concern about outdoor drinking and cleanliness of the grounds at the sports bar on Route 10. The noise from the patrons and occasional motorcycle noise makes it difficult to enjoy her backyard in the summer.

Lisa Going, 97 High Street, noted that Randolph is a quiet community and she believes most residents want it to remain so. She urged the Council to reconsider allowing outdoor dining to 11:00 p.m. in that it will impact surrounding neighbors’ ability to enjoy their yards.

Councilwoman Veech noted that outdoor dining until 11:00 p.m. is allowed only for an establishment such as the Dairy Queen and for those restaurants along Route 10 that designate an outdoor dining area between the restaurant and the highway. All others would need to apply to the Planning Board for an extension.

Councilman Obremski noted that this issue was debated at the Council for quite a long time. Currently several restaurants in Randolph already offer outdoor dining that was granted to them erroneously in that the Planning Board believed they had the authority to do so. There is currently no ordinance that governs or puts rules on outdoor dining. This proposed ordinance will put rules and regulations in place and will help to protect the surrounding property owners.

Manager Lovell responded that he hears and understands the concerns of the residents regarding outdoor dining, however he does not see that this ordinance will have a tremendous impact on Randolph. The ordinance legitimizes something that has already been going on for quite some time and will provide guidance to the Planning Board when making their determinations.

Councilman Loveys reiterated that the 11:00 time is only for establishments that front a major arterial, which is Route 10. Those establishments are required to have outdoor dining placed between the front of their building and Route 10 since it is believed that any noise generated from outdoor dining would not impact neighbors. The Council debated and was sensitive to the issue of outdoor dining behind establishments close to residential areas and felt that keeping the time to 10:00 p.m. was reasonable. When a restaurant makes an application to the Planning Board for outdoor dining, neighbors in that area will be notified and will be invited to the hearing so that they can express any concerns they may have.

Manager Lovell stated that, in debating this ordinance, the Council recognized that location of a restaurant is important as well as the impact to the neighbors. Neighbors are encouraged to participate in the Planning Board process.

Judith Stewart, 114 Everdale Road, asked why there were certain sections within the ordinance were so similar to each other.

Ms. Gallo responded that certain sections refer to different zones within the township.

Manager Lovell noted that he was not aware that a noise problem existed with the sports bar and indicated he will look into those issues.

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

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 15-27.2.B, 15-27.4, 15-27A.2.B, 15-27A.4, 15-29.2.B AND 15-29.4 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH” be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Councilman Napoliello made a motion to approve the ordinance. Councilman Obremski seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Napoliello
Councilman Obremski
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Guadagno

NAYS: None

ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Mayor Mitsch

(3) Ordinance #22-11: Amend Ordinance #12-11, Salary and Wage Ordinance

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 16-09 ENTITLED ‘AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE AND DETERMINE THE RANGE OF COMPENSATION FOR SPECIFIED OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES IN THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH’ SUBSEQUENTLY AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO 27-09, ORDINANCE NO. 23-10, AND ORDINANCE NO. 12-11” be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Lovell noted that this ordinance increases the salary for the position of Information Systems and Training Coordinator. By this ordinance, the Township is creating civilian positions to undertake work that in the past was assigned to police officers which cost the Township a great deal of money.

The Deputy Mayor opened the meeting for public hearing.

Judith Stewart, 114 Everdale Road, asked if this creates a new position.

Manager Lovell responded that in the past a police sergeant was assigned to this task. The position of sergeant was eliminated and a civilian will be used for this position at about half of the cost of the police sergeant.

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

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 16-09 ENTITLED ‘AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE AND DTERMINE THE RANGE OF COMPENSATION FOR SPECIFIED OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES IN THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH’ SUBSEQUENTLY AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 27-09, ORDINANCE NO. 23-10, AND ORDINANCE NO. 12-11” 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 Loveys made a motion to approve the ordinance. Councilman Obremski seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Napoliello
Councilman Obremski
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Guadagno

NAYS: None

ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Mayor Mitsch

COMBINED ACTION ITEMS

Councilwoman Veech made a motion to approve the Combined Action Items. Councilman Obremski seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Napoliello
Councilman Obremski
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Guadagno

NAYS: None

ABSENT:
Councilman MacArthur
Mayor Mitsch

A. Refund/Adjustment Resolutions

(1) Overpayment of Taxes for 2009, 2010, and 2011 for 4 Sherwood Court to Velitchko Etropoloski—$6717.23

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WHEREAS, Velitchko Etropoloski has been granted a reduction in assessed valuation for the tax years 2009, 2010, and 2011 by the Tax Court of New Jersey on Block 21, Lot 32.03, known as 4 Sherwood Court; and

WHEREAS, an overpayment exists as a result of the reduction for the year 2009 in the amount of $2,157.65, 2010 in the amount of $2,237.46, and 2011 in the amount of $2,322.12.

WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Tax Collector that these overpayments be refunded at this time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Treasurer be instructed to refund the overpayment of $6,717.23 to Velitchko Etropoloski .

(2) Overpayment of Taxes for 2009, 2010, and 2011 for 5 Poplar Court—Rossano Cornejo—$17,218.94

R-264-11

WHEREAS, Rossano Cornejo has been granted a reduction in assessed valuation for the tax years 2009, 2010 and 2011 by the Tax Court of New Jersey on Block 199, Lot 46.07, known as 5 Poplar Court; and

WHEREAS, an overpayment exists as a result of the reduction for the year 2009 in the amount of $5,530.91, 2010 in the amount of $5,735.50, and 2011 in the amount of $5,952.53.

WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Tax Collector that these overpayments be refunded at this time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Treasurer be instructed to refund the overpayment of $17,218.94 to Rossano Cornejo.

(3) Overpayment of Taxes for 2009, 2010, and 2011 for 7 Poplar Court—John Ciccone—$15,592.87

R-265-11

WHEREAS, John Ciccone has been granted a reduction in assessed valuation for the tax years 2009, 2010, and 2011 by the Tax Court of New Jersey on Block 199, Lot 46.06, known as 7 Poplar Court; and

WHEREAS, an overpayment exists as a result of the reduction for the year 2009 in the amount of $5,008.60, 2010 in the amount of $5,193.86, and 2011 in the amount of $5,390.41.

WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Tax Collector that these overpayments be refunded at this time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Treasurer be instructed to refund the overpayment of $15,592.87 to John Ciccone.

(4) Overpayment of Taxes for 2009, 2010 and 2011 for 1 Sherwood Court to David Beck—$16,918.89

R-266-11

WHEREAS, David Beck has been granted a reduction in assessed valuation for the tax years 2009, 2010 and 2011 by the Tax Court of New Jersey on Block 21, Lot 143.02, known as 1 Sherwood Court; and

WHEREAS, an overpayment exists as a result of the reduction for the year 2009 in the amount of $5,434.53, 2010 in the amount of $5,635.55, and 2011 in the amount of $5,848.81.

WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Tax Collector that these overpayments be refunded at this time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Treasurer be instructed to refund the overpayment of $16,918.89 to David Beck.

(5) Release Road Opening Cash Bond for 2 Carrell Road to Donald Edwards—$500.00

R-267-11

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from Donald Edwards for the release of a $500.00 cash road opening bond posted for the purpose of connecting drainage pipe for sump pump to storm drain at 2 Carrell Road, Randolph; and

WHEREAS, the road opening bond consisted of a $500.00 cash bond which was received and deposited with the Finance Department on October 4, 2011; and

WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the sanitary sewer connection at 2 Carrell Road within the Township right-of-way; and

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has inspected the road opening work and found it to be acceptable.

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 Raffaele Carchia, Engineering Administrator, that the cash road opening bond in the amount of $500.00 be refunded to Donald Edwards, 2 Carrell Road., Randolph, NJ 07869.

(6) Credit the Account of Homeowner at Block 119, Lot 102.02, Tax Exempt Status for Disabled Veteran—$274,300.00

R-268-11

WHEREAS, Block 119, Lot 102.02, is assessed in the 2011 Tax List for a total of 365,700; and

WHEREAS, the property owner was deemed permanently disabled by the Veteran’s Administration as of December 28, 2010. The taxpayer made application on October 25, 2011, resulting in a tax-exempt status for 2011.

WHEREAS, the property owner legally owns 75% of the property at Block 119, Lot 102.02, rendering an exempt status in the assessment amount of $274,300.00 for 2011.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Tax Collector be authorized to credit the account of Block 119, Lot 102.02, for the 2011 tax year at 75% of assessment for the assessment amount of $274,300.00.

(7) Release Road Opening Cash Bond for 4 Hillcrest Road to Land Design—The Selvin Group—$500.00

R-269-11

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from Land Design—The Slevin Group for the release of a $500.00 cash road opening bond posted for the purpose of tying leader drain into catch basin at 4 Hillcrest Road, Randolph; and

WHEREAS, the road opening bond consisted of a $500.00 cash bond which was received and deposited with the Finance Department on August 31, 2011; and

WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the tying in of the leader drain into catch basin at 4 Hillcrest Road within the Township right-of-way; and

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has inspected the road opening work and found it to be acceptable.

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 Raffaele Carchia, Engineering Administrator, that the cash road opening bond in the amount of $500.00 be refunded to Land Design—The Selvin Group, 129 S. Beverwyck Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054.

(8) Refund Registration Fee to Brundage Park Playhouse Intro to Dance to Hal Ghandi—$300.00

R-270-11

WHEREAS, Hal Ghandi registered her children for Brundage Park Playhouse Intro To Dance class and paid the fee of $300.00; and

WHEREAS, her children will not be attending the Brundage Park Playhouse Intro To Dance class.

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 Russ Newman, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, that $300.00 be refunded to Hal Ghandi,10 Comfort Court, Randolph, NJ 07869.

(9) Cancellation of 2011 Delinquent Taxes, Water/Sewer and Tax, Water/Sewer Overpayments under $10.00

R-271-11

WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Tax Collector that the 2011 delinquent taxes, water /sewer and tax, water/sewer overpayments of $10.00 and under be cancelled; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Tax Collector be instructed to cancel the 2011 delinquent taxes, water/sewer and 2011 tax, water/sewer overpayments of $10.00 and under.

(10) Release Escrow for Block 49, Lot 2.02, to Ironia Firemen’s Association—$195.00

R-272-11

WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Department received escrow funds from the Ironia Firemen’s Association, Inc., Block 49, Lot 2.02, in the amount of $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, that the remaining escrow funds in the amount of $195.50 be refunded to the Ironia Firemen’s Association, Inc., 331 Dover Chester Road, PO Box 303, Ironia, NJ 07845.

(11) Release Road Opening Cash Bond for Repaving the Driveway at 14 Cherry Lane to Thomas Maculuso—$500.00

R-273-11

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from Thomas Macaluso for the release of a $500.00 cash road opening bond posted for the purpose of repaving the driveway at 14 Cherry Lane, Randolph; and

WHEREAS, the road opening bond consisted of a $500.00 cash bond which was received and deposited with the Finance Department on August 17, 2011; and

WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the resurfacing of the driveway at 14 Cherry Lane within the Township right-of-way; and

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has inspected the road opening work and found it to be acceptable.

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 Raffaele Carchia, Engineering Administrator, that the cash road opening bond in the amount of $500.00 be refunded to Thomas Macaluso, 14 Cherry Lane, Randolph, NJ 07869.

(12) Release Road Opening Cash Bond for Widening the Driveway at 102 Quaker Avenue to Marzenna Sokolska—$500.00

R-274-11

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from Marzenna Sokolska for the release of a $500.00 cash road opening bond posted for the purpose of widening the driveway at 102 Quaker Avenue, Randolph; and

WHEREAS, the road opening bond consisted of a $500.00 cash bond which was received and deposited with the Finance Department on September 9, 2011; and

WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the sanitary sewer connection at 102 Quaker Avenue within the Township right-of-way; and

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has inspected the road opening work and found it to be acceptable.

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 Raffaele Carchia, Engineering Administrator, that the cash road opening bond in the amount of $500.00 be refunded to Marzenna Sokolska, 102 Quaker Avenue, Randolph, NJ 07869.

(13) Release Road Opening Cash Bond for Repaving the Driveway at 19 Parkview Road to Edward Fabiano—$500.00

R-275-11

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from Edward Fabiano for the release of a $500.00 cash road opening bond posted for the purpose of repaving the driveway at 19 Parkview Road, Randolph; and

WHEREAS, the road opening bond consisted of a $500.00 cash bond which was received and deposited with the Finance Department on September 16, 2011; and

WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the resurfacing of the driveway at 19 Parkview Road within the Township right-of-way; and

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has inspected the road opening work and found it to be acceptable.

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 Raffaele Carchia, Engineering Administrator, that the cash road opening bond in the amount of $500.00 be refunded to Edward Fabiano, 19 Parkview Road, Randolph, NJ 07869.

(14) Refund Overpayment of Taxes for 2009 and 2010 for 19 Devonshire Drive to Anand Rajilyer—$9,702.16

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WHEREAS, Anand and Raji Iyer have been granted a reduction in assessed valuation for the tax years 2009 and 2010 by the Tax Court of New Jersey on Block 93, Lot 7.07, known as 19 Devonshire Drive; and

WHEREAS, an overpayment exists as a result of the reduction for the year 2009 in the amount of $4,762.99, and $4,939.17 for 2010; and WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Tax Collector that this overpayment be refunded at this time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Treasurer be instructed to refund the overpayment of $9,702.16 to Anand and Raji Iyer.

(15) Refund Overpayment of Taxes for 2009 and 2010 for 12 Wilkeshire Boulevard to Ivan and Marcelina Hungria—$3,508.49

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WHEREAS, Ivan and Marcelina Hungria have been granted a reduction in assessed valuation for the tax years 2009 and 2010 by the Tax Court of New Jersey on Block 81, Lot 29.41, known as 12 Wilkeshire Boulevard; and

WHEREAS, an overpayment exists as a result of the reduction for the year 2009 in the amount of $1,722.39, and $1,786.10 for 2010.

WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Tax Collector that this overpayment be refunded at this time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Treasurer be instructed to refund the overpayment of $3,508.49 to Ivan and Marcelina Hungria.

(16) Refund Overpayment of Taxes for 2009, 2010, and 2011 for 162 Park Avenue to Thomas Cristello—$26,326.88

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WHEREAS, Thomas Cristello et al has been granted a reduction in assessed valuation for the tax years 2009, 2010, and 2011 by the Tax Court of New Jersey on Block 27, Lot 78, known as 162 Park Avenue; and

WHEREAS, an overpayment exists as a result of the reduction for the year 2009 in the amount of $8,456.48, 2010 in the amount of $8,769.28, and 2011 in the amount of $9,101.12; and

WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Tax Collector that this overpayment be refunded at this time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Treasurer be instructed to refund the overpayment of $26,326.88 to Thomas Cristello et al.

(17) Release Police Detail Escrow to Thomas Cristello ($284.00) and Concord Development ($142.00)

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WHEREAS, the Finance Department received escrow funds for Police Detail; and

WHEREAS, the Detail work has been completed.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, that it is recommended by the Finance Department that the escrow funds for the following amounts be refunded:

Thomas Cristello $284.00
Concord Development Co. $142.00

(18) Release Escrow Funds for Block 191, Lot 10, to Guiseppe Ciottariello—$2,135.50

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WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Department received escrow funds from Giuseppe Ciottariello, Block 191, Lot 10, in the amount of $2,500.00; and

WHEREAS, the project has been completed 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, that the remaining escrow funds in the amount of $2,135.50 be refunded to Giuseppe Ciottariello, 140 Mountainside Drive, Randolph, NJ 07869.

B. Authorizing Lease of Public Property at 80 Route 10 West to Erect a Billboard for Commercial Advertising

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph desires to lease public property described as a portion of Tax Block 195, Lot 18, at 80 Route 10 West; and

WHEREAS, bids were received on October 5, 2011, in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law; and

WHEREAS, CBS Outdoor, Inc., Fairfield, New Jersey, owner of the existing billboards, was the sole bidder at an annual lease price of $12,500.00 for a five-year lease plus 25 percent of revenue generated.

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 CBS Outdoor, Inc., at a total contract price of $12,500.00 plus 25 percent of revenue generated as described in specifications for a five-year contract beginning January 1, 2012.

C. Authorizing Amendment of Professional Services Agreement With Arthur R. Thibault, Jr., With Regard to Randolph Police Hearing For an Additional $1,300.00, Bringing New Total Not to Exceed $6,300.00

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to retain Arthur R. Thibault, Jr., of Apruzzese, McDermott, Mastro & Murphy pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this contract is one year; and

WHEREAS, an agreement was awarded on April 7, 2011, in the amount of $5,000.00 and an additional $1,300.00 is needed; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Amendment I will not exceed $6,300.00; 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 amend the Agreement with Arthur R. Thibault, Jr., of Apruzzese, McDermott, Mastro & Murphy as described herein.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: November 3, 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 2011 Budget, Legal, Other Expense, to amend the contract with Arthur R. Thibault, Jr. of Apruzzese, McDermott, Mastro & Murphy for Special Counsel with regard to Randolph Police Hearing in the amount not to exceed $1,300.00.

_____________________________
Michael J. Soccio
Chief Financial Officer

D. 2011 Budget Amendment

(1) Federal Body Armor Grant—$1,400.00

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WHEREAS, N.J.S.A.40:4-87 provides that the Director of Local Government Services may approve the insertion of any special item of revenue in the budget of any county or municipality when such items shall have been made available and the amount thereof was not determined at the time of adoption of the 2011 Budget.

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of any item of appropriation for equal amount.

SECTION 1

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Council of the Township of Randolph hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2011 in the sum of $1,400.00 which item is now available as revenue from:

Miscellaneous Revenue
Special Items of General Revenue Anticipated with prior written Consent of Director of Local Government Services—Public and Private Revenue Off-Set with Appropriation: U.S. Department of Justice—Bureau of Justice Assistance—2011 Body Armor Grant

SECTION II

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a like sum of $1,400.00 and the same is hereby appropriated under the caption:

General Appropriation
Operations Excluded from “CAPS”
Public & Private Programs Offset by Revenues: U.S. Department of Justice—Bureau of Justice Assistance—2011 Body Armor Grant

(2) New Jersey Body Armor Grant—$3,482.26

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WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of any item of appropriation for equal amount.

SECTION 1

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Council of the Township of Randolph hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2011 in the sum of $3,482.26 which item is now available as revenue from:

Miscellaneous Revenue
Special Items of General Revenue Anticipated with prior written Consent of Director of Local Government Services—Public and Private Revenue Off-Set with Appropriation: State of New Jersey—Body Armor Replacement Fund Program

SECTION II

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a like sum of $3,482.26 and the same is hereby appropriated under the caption:

General Appropriation
Operations Excluded from “CAPS”
Public & Private Programs Offset by Revenues: State of New Jersey—Body Armor Replacement Fund Program

E. Authorizing Professional Services Agreement with Jaman Engineering For Surveying Services on Fords Road—Not to Exceed $21,000.00

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire Jaman Engineering Associates pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and

WHEREAS, Gail Catania, Purchasing Agent, 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, Jaman Engineering Associates has indicated they will provide the Professional Surveying Services for an amount not to exceed $21,000.00; and

WHEREAS, Jaman Engineering Associates has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that Jaman Engineering Associates 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 Jaman Engineering Associates 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 Jaman Engineering Associates 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: November 3, 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 #23-00, Acquisition of Land for Open Space, to award a contract with Jaman Engineering Associates for Professional Surveying Services for Block 115, Lots 76.04 and 84, Fords Road, in the amount not to exceed $21,000.00.

_____________________________
Michael J. Soccio
Chief Financial Officer

F. Residential Garbage Contract Award to Blue Diamond Disposal, Inc., For Solid Waste Residential Collection Pick-Up—Five Year Contract—$5,826,000.00

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph wishes to award a contract for solid waste collection—residential curbside pickup; and

WHEREAS, bids have been advertised and received on September 7, 2011, in accordance with the “Local Public Contracts Law”; and

WHEREAS, funds are available for this purpose; and

WHEREAS, two (2) bids were received and reviewed by Mark Caputo, who, after comparing lump-sum bids where the Township pays the tipping (Option 1) and where the Contractor pays the tipping (Option 2), determined that Option 2 is most beneficial and that Blue Diamond Disposal Inc. is the low bidder meeting all of the specifications at a total five-year contract price of $5,826,000.00 for Option 2 broken down as follows:

2012 $1,110,000.00
2013 $1,128,000.00
2014 $1,164,000.00
2015 $1,200,000.00
2016 $1,224,000.00

WHEREAS, the Township recommends the bid be awarded to Blue Diamond Disposal for a five-year period at a total contract price of $5,826,000.00.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that the contract be awarded to Blue Diamond Disposal for a five-year period from January 1, 2012, through December 31, 2016.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: November 3, 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 2012 - 2016 Budget, Solid Waste Collection, Other Expense, to award a contract to Blue Diamond Disposal, Inc., for Solid Waste Collection—Residential Curbside Pickup in the amount not to exceed $1,110,000.00 for 2012; $1,128,000.00 for 2013; $1,164,000.00 for 2014; $1,200,000.00 for 2015, and $1,224,000.00 for 2016.

_____________________________
Michael J. Soccio
Chief Financial Officer

G. Authorizing Award of Contract of Professional Services Agreement to Suburban Consulting Engineering, Inc., to Provide Analysis of Pressure-Reducing Valves and Water Pressure—Not to Exceed $6,320.00

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire Suburban Consulting Engineering, Inc. pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and

WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this contract is one year; and

WHEREAS, Suburban Consulting Engineering Inc., has indicated they will provide the Analysis of Pressure-Reducing Valves and Water Pressure for an amount not to exceed $6,320.00; and

WHEREAS, Suburban Consulting Engineering Inc., has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that Suburban Consulting Engineering 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 Suburban Consulting Engineering Inc., from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract; and

WHEREAS, funds are available for this purpose.

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: November 3, 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 2011 Budget, Water and Sewer, Other Expenses, to award a contract to Suburban Consulting Engineering, Inc., for Analysis of Pressure-Reducing Valves and Water Pressure in the amount not to exceed $6,320.00.

_____________________________
Michael J. Soccio
Chief Financial Officer

OPEN TO PUBLIC

Jon Huston, 71 Lawrence Road, noted that his neighborhood got the power restored just prior to the meeting and suggested that the Manager and Council and staff could have done a better job managing the aftereffects of the storm. He stated his concern that this storm may have been a precursor to a larger storm that may produce greater problems.

Deputy Mayor Guadagno responded that the Council would be grateful for any suggestions the former Councilman could make.

Mr. Huston responded that it was not his job to make suggestions and that the responsibility for improving the Town’s response to the storm lies with the Council and staff. He would like to see the issue of how to improve placed on an upcoming agenda for discussion.

Manager Lovell’s response included the following:

Communication with JCP&L has improved dramatically over the years
During this past storm, JCP&L was able to provide real time information on when people would be restored
The Manager would have liked to post this list on the web site, however JCP&L preferred that it not be released to the public since it was subject to constant change
Randolph’s first concerns were the downed lines that were blocking roads or that were hazards to the community
Every day the police would perform two sweeps of the town and provide information on any problems they encountered to Councilman Obremski
One area in which the Manager feels the town could improve is that currently there is no designated emergency center
The Manager would like to invest money into the renovated Community Center once it is complete to make that area an emergency center
The Manager will be meeting with his staff in the coming days to discuss areas they feel were handled well and areas where they feel improvement is needed
The Manager believes he has learned a lot from this storm and will be passing that information on to the next generation of Managers
While there are certainly areas for improvement, there are other areas as well where the staff performed much better than the community will know
The Township will work hard to be more prepared for whatever emergencies arise in the future
The magnitude of this past storm was beyond anything that has been experienced in the township in the past
He thanked Mr. Huston for his comments

Councilman Obremski’s response included the following:

After Hurricane Irene, JCP&L and First Energy heard loud and clear from mayors throughout the territory that JCP&L dropped the ball in terms of communicating with them
Towns have amazing resources available to JCP&L, so JCP&L developed a plan and changed their communication plan
The plan was not quite ready to be put into place this soon after Irene, but it was implemented as well as possible
The normal staff of three was raised to 30 for the storm
Employees from First Energy were brought in to handle communications
Councilman Obremski usually handles 54 towns on a regular basis, but during the storm that amount was reduced to 16 so that he could give those communities the necessary attention
Daily emails from the Township Manager and his staff enabled JCP&L to prioritize issues according to Randolph’s needs
He will be bringing another area manager with him to meet with the Manager, the Police Chief, and the Emergency Management Coordinator to discuss what went right, what went wrong, and areas where improvement can be made
He was encouraged to come to the Council meeting tonight by his company president so that he could listen to the public express their opinions
His company president is committed to making changes for the better
Councilman Obremski offered his commitment as a Jersey Central employee to make improvements to the system as well
He appreciated Mr. Huston’s comments and will take them back to JCP&L

Judith Stewart, 114 Everdale Road, stated that she believes the power company is doing the best job possible and that the Manager did a wonderful job during the storm.

Dave Bhehalt, 74 Lawrence Road, stated that he believes the power company needs to do a better job and suggested the electric system out to bid in hopes of either attracting competition or sending a message to JCP&L to improve their service.

Jim McConnell, 45 Carrell Road, noted that he never lost power from this storm, although he typically does during storms.

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

COUNCIL AND MANAGER COMMENTS

Mayor Mitsch noted that there will be a March for Military Families on November 13 at the County College of Morris and that she will be participating in that event. The Mayor attended a meeting this morning with other Morris County mayors and elected officials. The numbers in terms of outages has declined dramatically, although Mayor Mitsch is still without power at her home this evening. The Mayor believes the power company is doing the best job they can given the magnitude of the storm and the issues created by this weather event. Crews have been brought in from other states and they are doing the best they can. Mayor Mitsch stated that these are challenging times and people need to keep things in perspective. The United States is the greatest country in the world and its citizens have a lot to be grateful for.

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. Personnel

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 8:45 p.m. Councilwoman Veech seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Napoliello
Councilman Obremski
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Councilman MacArthur

Councilman Obremski made a motion to move back into Open Session at 8:50 p.m. Deputy Mayor Guadagno seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Napoliello
Councilman Obremski
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Councilman MacArthur

ADJOURNMENT

Councilman Obremski made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m. Deputy Mayor Guadagno seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Napoliello
Councilman Obremski
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Guadagno
Mayor Mitsch

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Councilman MacArthur

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Donna Marie Luciani
Township Clerk