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Minutes: November 4, 2010

A regular meeting of the Randolph Township Council was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by Mayor Mitsch. This meeting is held pursuant to the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act. Adequate notice of the meeting has been provided by posting written notice of the time, date, location and, to the extent known, the agenda of the meeting in Randolph Township. This notice was posted on the Bulletin Board within Town Hall, it was filed with the Township Clerk, and it was provided to those persons or entities requesting notification. Notice was also provided to the Randolph Reporter and the Morris County Daily Record on December 7, 2009, by emailing them the annual resolution adopted by the Council on December 3, 2009. 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 17, 2009.

PRESENT:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Metz
Councilwoman Price (arrived 8:05 p.m.)
Deputy Mayor Napoliello
Mayor Mitsch

ABSENT: Councilman Obremski

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

Mayor Mitsch led the Pledge of Allegiance.

PRESENTATION OF MORRIS COUNTY OPEN SPACE FUND GRANT FOR THE SOUTH SALEM STREET ACQUISITION—Freeholder Director Gene Feyl

Freeholder Feyl introduced Freeholders Margaret Nordstrom and Jack Schrier and he presented Randolph with the symbolic “big check” for the South Salem Street acquisition. He noted that Randolph has done an extraordinary job in procuring open space, building parks, and building a trail system second to none.

Mayor Mitsch stated that she believes all of the open space gives Randolph character in a very densely populated state. She recognized the hard work done on the part of the Manager and various Assistant Managers in procuring open space and believes having all of the open space is a wonderful legacy for the town. The Mayor thanked the Freeholders for their constant support.

APPROVING THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES—October 7, 2010

Councilman Algeier made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Councilman Loveys seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Metz
Deputy Mayor Napoliello
Mayor Mitsch

NAYS: None

ABSENT:
Councilman Obremski
Councilwoman Price

PROCLAMATIONS

Mayor Mitsch read the following proclamations into the record:

(1) Dr. John Freiheiter

WHEREAS, Dr. John Freiheiter opened his medical practice for pediatric and internal medicine in Randolph in August 1994; and

WHEREAS, one of his first stops was at the Randolph Township Health Department where he offered his services to the community; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Freiheiter began by serving in our fall flu clinics and quickly became the medical presence for all of Randolph Township’s Health Department activities, as well as the contracted municipality of Rockaway Borough; and

WHEREAS, these services included child health conferences, flu immunization programs, and overseeing Randolph’s blood borne pathogen program; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Freiheiter also played an important role when he served as our medical doctor during the POD (Point of Distribution) exercise; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Freiheiter has continually made himself available to the health department for consultation whenever needed and was an integral part of the success of Randolph’s public health services for the past 15 years; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Freiheiter has chosen to focus on his medical practice and will be greatly missed by the staff and residents of Randolph Township.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Trina Ruane Mitsch, Mayor of the Township of Randolph, john with the members of the Township Council in thanking Dr. John Freiheiter for his dedication and services and wish him continued success in his thriving medical practice.

The proclamation was accepted by Dr. John Freiheiter.

(2) Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

WHEREAS, in 2010 an estimated 43,140 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the United States and 36,800 will die from the disease; and

WHEREAS, pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers and is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the United States; and

WHEREAS, when symptoms of pancreatic cancer present themselves, it is usually too late for an optimistic prognosis, and 75 percent of pancreatic cancer patients die within the first year of their diagnosis while 94 percent of pancreatic cancer patients die within the first five years; and

WHEREAS, incidence of pancreatic cancer is approximately 50 percent higher in African Americans than in other ethnic groups; and

WHEREAS, there is no cure for pancreatic cancer and there have been no significant improvements in survival rates in the last 40 years; and

WHEREAS, the Federal Government invests significantly less money in pancreatic cancer research than it does in any of the other leading cancer killers, and pancreatic cancer research constitutes only two percent of the National Cancer Institute’s federal research funding, a figure far too low given the severity of the disease, its mortality rate, and how little is known about how to arrest it; and

WHEREAS, the Pancreatic Caner Action Network is the first and only national patient advocacy organization that serves the pancreatic cancer community in Randolph Township and nationwide by focusing its efforts on public policy, research funding, patient services, and public awareness and education related to developing effective treatments and a cure for pancreatic cancer; and

WHEREAS, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and its affiliates in Randolph Township support those patients currently battling pancreatic cancer, as well as to those who have lost their lives to the disease, and are committed to nothing less than a cure; and

WHEREAS, the good health and well-being of the residents of Randolph are enhanced as a direct result of increased awareness about pancreatic cancer and research into early detection, causes, and effective treatments.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Randolph Mayor and Council designate the month of November 2010 as “Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month” in Randolph.

LIBRARY BOARD PRESENTATION

Mayor Mitsch welcomed the members of the Library Board present at the meeting.

Mr. Craig Johnson introduced the members of the committee who were in attendance for the presentation.

Mr. Johnson’s comments included the following:

The purpose of the presentation is to request approval by the Council to issue a bond for $850,000.00 to pay for a portion of the expansion and partial renovation of the Randolph Library
The current building was renovated in 1985 to a total of 13,000 square feet to serve a population of approximately 18,500 residents
In 1999, a small addition was made that increased the building to 14,000 square feet
Over the years the library has adapted to the demands of Randolph and the townspeople
The library has kept current with the addition of electronic media
The library hosts all sorts of cultural events that have been well accepted
In 2008 the library did a renovation for the Teen Zone, a section carved out from the adult section built specifically for teenagers
Renovations were done to some of the staff offices and staff facilities
The Randolph Library is widely considered to be one of the top libraries and one of the top lenders of materials in Morris County
The library has experienced consistent growth in circulation
The library has made financial contributions to the township, both directly and via cost savings
The library is a successfully run organization and is fiscally responsible
Population has now increased to approximately 26,000 residents
Area inside the library is maxed out and the shelves are full
The library currently can not accept any donations of materials and is constantly having to throw out or donate other books to make room for updated material
The Library Board feels it is now time to expand the existing library
The proposed expansion will add approximately 3,000 square feet, bringing the total area to 17,000 square feet
The expansion will relocate and enlarge the children’s section, expand the adult section, increase storage capacity, increase the large meeting room, and provide for additional facilities such as a restroom in the children’s section
The library is estimating the project will cost $1.1 million
The library will take $250,000.00 from its reserves and is asking the town to issue a 20 year bond for the $850,000.00 remainder
If the project is completed for less than the $1.1 million, the library will give that difference back to the town
There have been recent legislative changes regarding libraries whereby libraries must refund to the town any proceeds that are in excess of 20 percent of their approved annual budget, which reduces their flexibility

Manager Lovell noted that tonight a contract will be awarded to undertake the site plan for the library and senior community center project. One aspect of this project is the improvement to the facade of the existing library. This portion of the project will likely be bid in December or January with a contract award in March, and then construction could begin. The renovation to the library will take place at the back of the building so the new facade will not be affected. The new roof that will be put onto the library will also not be affected by new construction. The Manager commented that in all of the years he has been associated with Randolph Township, the Library monthly reports have consistently shown an increase in circulation.

Councilman Algeier asked if a construction manager will be used for the library/senior community center project.

Manager Lovell responded that Frank Howard has been assigned to be the construction manager for this project.

OPEN TO PUBLIC

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

COUNCIL AND MANAGER REPORTS

Councilman Algeier noted that the police department responded to the Council’s inquiry concerning the grant for driving under the influence enforcement and he is glad to see that the grant money is being put to good use and is of benefit to the town. The Councilman asked the Manager to post that information on the web site and provide it to the press so the community can see that the Council is proactive in applying for grants. Operation Appreciation has begun. The Randolph Rotary Club and Randolph Republican Club have already made some generous donations and are eager to participate in the program. Councilman Algeier plans to distribute information to other organizations and businesses and urged the other council members to do the same. He provided the Manager with a very touching and heartfelt letter he received in early 2010 after the material collected last year was delivered to the troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Manager has made copies of that letter available to the public. Councilman Algeier is hoping for a very successful response to Operation Appreciation this year.

Councilwoman Price noted that the Kiwanis Club will also be participating in Operation Appreciation. The Councilwoman reported that a group of volunteers was working to help neighbors and residents needing assistance with various chores this past weekend. She noted that this is an ongoing service to the community provided by the Community Services Advisory Committee. The Councilwoman also reported that the food pantry operating out of the senior center is in need of donations, especially as the holiday season approaches, for the many families that utilize this facility and she encouraged the community to assist in any way possible.

Councilman Metz congratulated Councilman Loveys and Deputy Mayor Napoliello on their re-election to the Council and he congratulated Mr. MacArthur and Mr. Guadagno on their election to the Council. He believes these four gentlemen will serve the Council well in the years to come. The Economic Development Committee has been in touch with the high school regarding High School Career Day. The student liaison members are working well. The Councilman has been invited to attend the next Guidance Department meeting to discuss the program. At the Volunteer Recognition Ceremony on December 7, the EDC will be honoring a couple of local businesses. This year, in addition to giving a proclamation similar to one given to winners last year, the EDC will expand on their comments in recognition of those businesses being honored. The Manager will be listing the names of those businesses in the next Randolph Quarterly newsletter.

Deputy Mayor Napoliello thanked Councilman Metz for running a very successful campaign for the republican candidates. The Deputy Mayor reported that when he and Councilman Algeier were presenting Operation Appreciation to various clubs in town, one gentleman immediately wrote out a check for $1,000.00 for the program. The Deputy Mayor is proud to see such a positive response from the community.

Mayor Mitsch reported that she received an invitation to a lunch in Atlantic City during the League of Municipalities Convention where Bill Kerwick will be honored by his peers with a lifetime achievement award. Unfortunately the Mayor has another commitment and can not attend the luncheon, however she did forward her comments to the event organizer that the award is well deserved. She recognizes that Public Works is a critical department and Mr. Kerwick and his staff does an outstanding job. The Mayor believes that Mr. Kerwick is one of the most professional people she’s had the privilege of working with, she congratulated him on his award, and noted that it’s nice to know that people of such high quality work for the benefit of Randolph Township.

Manager Lovell extended his congratulations to Councilman Loveys, Deputy Mayor Napoliello, Mr. Guadagno, and Mr. MacArthur on their recent election success. Mr. MacArthur and Mr. Guadagno, as Council-elects, have been added to the mailing list for information that is sent to the Council.

Manager Lovell noted several important dates that are approaching, including:

November 13 will be the fire house inspections and dinner, beginning at the fire house on Route 10
The next Council meeting will take place on November 30, which is a Tuesday
The Council meeting on December 7 will follow the Volunteer Appreciation Reception. The reception will begin at 6:00 and the meeting will follow at 7:00 p.m.
On December 14 there will be an Employee Recognition Breakfast honoring employees who have reached certain marks in their tenure with the Township

Manager Lovell attended a meeting with representatives from Dover recently where they discussed their interest in uniting with Randolph for health services. Discussions will continue. Contracts have been sent to Mine Hill and Rockaway Borough for signature so that Randolph can provide health services. The Manager noted that with Roxbury on board for shared services, a large mass of towns is being created that will operate out of a department with Randolph providing the leadership. The Manager reported that the meeting that was to have taken place recently with Mendham regarding the Seeing Eye property was delayed to November 5 and the Manager will begin dealing with the Green Acres issues confronting this project. Manager Lovell noted, however, that the Public Works project is no longer hampered by Green Acres issues since Mr. Carney has located documentation from 1968 indicating the property should never have been placed on the Green Acres list in the first place. That document has been provided to Green Acres, they have telephoned the Manager to indicate they are satisfied with that documentation, and they will provide an official letter to that effect shortly.

ORDINANCES

A. Second Reading and Public Hearing

(1) Ordinance #20-10: Re-Adopting Section of Lot Grading Ordinance

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE RE-ADOPTING SECTION 15-52, LOT GRADING PERMITS, 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 Lovell reported that this ordinance is supported by the Planning Board. This ordinance will renew an existing ordinance which is due to expire at the end of 2010. The existing ordinance was created in an effort to deal with constant neighborhood disputes when properties were re-graded and caused problems to adjacent properties. The new ordinance will contain a sunset clause for December 31, 2014. There is also an annual reporting requirement to the Council.

Deputy Mayor Napoliello 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 RE-ADOPTING SECTION 15-52, LOT GRADING PERMITS, 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.

Councilman Algeier made a motion to adopt the ordinance. Councilman Metz seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Metz
Councilwoman Price
Deputy Mayor Napoliello
Mayor Mitsch

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Councilman Obremski

(2) Ordinance #21-10: Fee Schedule

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A, FEE SCHEDULE, OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH, MORRIS COUNTY, NEW JERSEY” be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Lovell stated that this ordinance deals with flu immunizations undertaken through the clinic program. The ordinance will increase the fee from $15.00 to $20.00. The increase was supposed to have taken place last year, however the clinic fees had already been advertised at the lower price. This increase will bring Randolph in line with Roxbury’s health program.

Mayor Mitsch opened the meeting to the public for public hearing.

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

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A, FEE SCHEDULE, OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH, MORRIS COUNTY, NEW JERSEY” be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Deputy Mayor Napoliello made a motion to adopt the ordinance. Councilman Metz seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Metz
Councilwoman Price
Deputy Mayor Napoliello
Mayor Mitsch

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Councilman Obremski

B. Introduction

(1) Authorizing Conveyance of 575 Millbrook Avenue to the Randolph Board of Education

Manager Lovell reported that this project took place in 2005 when Randolph purchased property surrounded by Board of Education property. The interlocal services agreement entered into at that time required the Board of Education to reimburse the Township over a five year period, and at the end of that five year period the Township would transfer title to the Board of Education.

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF BLOCK 116, LOT 33, (575 MILLBROOK AVENUE) TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH” be introduced and 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 7th of December, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. 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.

Councilman Algeier suggested that Manager Lovell ask the Board of Education if they are still interested in purchasing the other residential property in that area when the owners are ready to sell to the Township. If the Board is no longer interested, that should be communicated to the current homeowner.

Manager Lovell responded that he will discuss this issue with the Board of Education at their next liaison meeting with them.

Deputy Mayor Napoliello made a motion to introduce the ordinance. Councilman Metz seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Metz
Councilwoman Price
Deputy Mayor Napoliello
Mayor Mitsch

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Councilman Obremski

(2) Amend Salary and Wage Ordinance

Manager Lovell noted that there are two attachments to this ordinance. One is the salary and wage ordinance and the second is back-up provided by Michael Soccio. The ordinance reflects decisions that have been made on salaries in late 2009 and early 2010. It is not uncommon for the township to catch up with an upgraded salary ordinance at the end of the year. The Manager noted that performance merits were eliminated in 2009, a fact reflected in this ordinance. Merits were rolled into base salaries in lieu of providing employees with inflationary adjustments. Exempt employees were further impacted when they were required to contribute 1.5 percent of their salaries for health benefits. All other employees, with the exception of the police employees, will begin contributing 1.5 percent on January 1, 2011. The Manager does not foresee any salary increases this year as he begins negotiations with bargaining groups. The only group not reflected in this ordinance is the police, who are entering the last year of their contract. Manager Lovell plans to open up a dialog with the police regarding the budget difficulties Randolph is facing this year to see if there is a willingness to work with the township and he will report their response to the Council. If this ordinance is not adopted, the Council may be facing an audit comment. The salaries appearing in the proposed ordinance are salaries that have already been voted on. The Manager has taken out title changes and other items that had been incorporated in trying to put together a comprehensive ordinance and deals strictly with those employees who will be exceeding the maximum levels.

BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 16-09 AND ORDINANCE NO. 23-08 ENTITLED ‘AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE AND DETERMINE THE RANGE OF COMPENSATION FOR SPECIFIED OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES IN THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH’” be introduced and read by title by the Township Clerk and passed on first reading.

Councilman Algeier asked Councilman Metz, who has been the most vocal in his opposition to some of the changes, if he is comfortable with this proposed ordinance.

Councilman Metz responded that he is not happy about the proposed $25.00 an hour salary for an employee to prepare the newsletter. However, the title has been taken out of the ordinance and included into that of another position, therefore it can not be amended.

Mayor Mitsch, who voiced concern over some of the same issues cited by Councilman Metz, suggested moving forward with the ordinance and have the Manager try to find someone within the organization who can take on the responsibilities of the newsletter.

Councilman Metz stated that would be fine with him.

Councilman Algeier made a motion to introduce the ordinance. Mayor Mitsch seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Metz
Councilwoman Price
Deputy Mayor Napoliello
Mayor Mitsch

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Councilman Obremski

COMBINED ACTION ITEMS

Manager Lovell noted that bids received for the site plan improvements for the library and senior community center came in under budget. The Salem 10 property that is referenced in a resolution is property at the corner of Route 10 and South Salem Street. Donations for the Randolph Lake improvements reached $1,500.00. The resolution regarding the contract for Hatch Mott MacDonald is for surveying work at the library/senior community center site.

Councilman Loveys asked for an explanation on Item I.

Manager Lovell responded that Randolph Township undertakes the inspection of all of our garden apartments and receives money back from the state for those inspections. The money received from the state does not cover Randolph’s costs, however the benefit of having our staff perform these inspections is that they are done on a timely basis and are taken very seriously. The Manager believes that if the state were to perform these inspections, they would not be done to the high standards that are provided by the staff.

Councilman Metz made a motion to approve the Combined Action Items. Deputy Mayor Napoliello seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Algeier
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Metz
Councilwoman Price
Deputy Mayor Napoliello
Mayor Mitsch

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Councilman Obremski

A. Refund/Adjustment Resolutions

(1) Release Road Opening Cash Bond for the Installation of a Paver Apron and Asphalt Driveway at 15 Old Chimney Road to Lovato & Sons—$500.00

R-291-10

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from Lovato & Sons for the release of a $500.00 cash road opening bond posted for the installation of a paver apron and asphalt driveway at 15 Old Chimney 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 13, 2010; and

WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the installation of a paver apron and asphalt driveway at 15 Old Chimney 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 Lovato & Sons, 176 Morris Street, Morristown, NJ 07960.

(2) Release Road Opening Cash Bond for Replacement of Existing Driveway for 4 Elaine Court to The Restoration & Decorating, LLC—$500.00

R-292-10

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from The Restoration & Decorating, LLC. for the release of a $500.00 cash road opening bond posted for the replacement of an existing driveway at 4 Elaine Court, 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 5, 2010; and

WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the replacement of an existing driveway within the Township right-of-way; and

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

(3) Release Maintenance Guarantee for Public Improvements—Pleasant Ridge Estates—Section V—$30,221.40

R-293-10

WHEREAS, Letter of Credit No. 06-01 issued by Pamrapo Savings Bank in the amount of $30,221.40 was posted by Walker Family Brookside Ltd. Partnership to serve as the maintenance guarantee for the public improvements; and

WHEREAS, the public improvements have been inspected and no additional maintenance is required; and

WHEREAS, the term of the maintenance guarantee is for a period of two years following the acceptance of the maintenance guarantee; and

WHEREAS, the maintenance guarantee was accepted in August of 2006 and it is recommended by the Township Engineering Administrator that the maintenance guarantee, Letter of Credit No. 06-01, in the amount of $30,221.40 be released.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph that the Letter of Credit No. 06-01 be released to Pamrapo Bank/ BCB 591 Avenue C, Bayonne NJ, 07002.

(4) Release of Performance Guarantee for Public Improvements—Alex Kuridza—$22,500.00

R-294-10

WHEREAS, Engineering has received a request from Alex Kuridza for the release of the performance guarantee for the Richter Street improvements at Block 201, Lot 24.01; and

WHEREAS, the performance guarantee consisted of a cash bond in the amount of $22,500.00 which was received and deposited with the Finance Department on February 25, 2009; and

WHEREAS, the public improvements have been inspected and no additional maintenance is required.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph that the Township release the cash performance bond for the Richter Street improvements in the amount of $22,500.00, plus accrued interest, to Alex Kuridza, 16 Richter Street, Randolph NJ, 07869.

(5) Release Road Opening Cash Bond for Widening and Resurfacing of the Driveway at 11 Andrews Road to Paul O’Malley—$500.00

R-295-10

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from Paul O’Malley for the release of a $500.00 cash road opening bond posted for the widening and resurfacing of the driveway at 11 Andrews Rd., 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 10, 2010; and

WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the widening and resurfacing of the driveway at 11 Andrews 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 Paul O’Malley, 11 Andrews Road, Randolph, NJ 07869.

(6) Refund Overpayment of Sewer Bill for Woodmont Condo Complex to Integra Management—$1,316.00

R-296-10

WHEREAS, Woodmont Condo Complex c/o Intergra Management Corp., Account 119/110, received a sewer bill on their account in error; and

WHEREAS, the sewer bill was from 2009 through August 2010; and

WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Finance Director that a refund be issued in the amount of $1,316.00.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the Finance Director be instructed to refund $1,316.00 to Woodmont Condo c/o Intergra Management Corp., 200 Valley Road, Suite 203, Mt. Arlington, NJ

(7) Credit Tax Account for Tax Exemption at Block 116, Lot 33, to Randolph Township

R-297-10

WHEREAS, Block 116, Lot 33, was purchased by Randolph Township in April of 2005 from Dora and William Bushnell.

WHEREAS, this lot should have been tax exempt for part of that year in the amount of $3,487.92 in 2005.

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 116, Lot 33, for the total amount of unpaid taxes in 2005 in the amount of $3,487.92 for 2005.

(8) Release of Project Retainage and Acceptance of Maintenance Guarantee for Phase II Center Grove Road Sidewalk Project—A Takton Concrete—$8,517.06

R-298-10

WHEREAS, Engineering has received a request from A Takton Concrete for the release of the project retainage for the public improvements associated with the Phase II Center Grove Road Sidewalk Project; and

WHEREAS, it is recommended that the project retainage in the amount of $8,517.06 be released to A Takton Concrete and that the Township accept the required two year Maintenance Bond, No. 2525, in the amount of $8,517.06, issued by Bondex Insurance Company, which was filed with the Township Clerk’s Office.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, that the initial project retainage of $8,517.06 be released to A Takton Concrete, 13 Tice Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08882, and that Maintenance Bond No. 2525, in the amount of $8,517.06, issued by Bondex Insurance Company be accepted by the Township of Randolph to serve as the two year Maintenance Guarantee.

(9) Refund Tax Sale Certificate for 720 Route 10 to Randolph Corners, LLC—$13,074.41

R-299-10

WHEREAS, Tax Sale Certificate #1897, held by Township of Randolph, assessed to Randolph Corners, LLC, Block 76, Lot 8, 720 Route 10; and

WHEREAS, the above mentioned Tax Sale Certificate has been redeemed through the Tax Collector, including principal and interest in the amount of $13,074.41.

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 Tax Sale Certificate #1897.

(10) Cancellation of 20 Outstanding Checks From Various Accounts Between 2008 and 2009

R-300-10

WHEREAS, there were various checks (list of checks available in the Finance Department) issued from the Township’s General Account, General Capital Account, Payroll Account and Library Account between 2008 and 2009 which are currently outstanding; and

WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Finance Director that the checks outstanding from the following accounts be cancelled:

General Account (16 checks) $10,322.74
General Capital Account (1check) $2,128.23
Library Account (3 checks) $110.98
Payroll Account (1 check) $164.80

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, that the Finance Director be instructed to cancel the outstanding checks from the above accounts.

(11) Release Road Opening Cash Bond for Replacement of an Existing Driveway at 95 Meadowbrook Road to Jason Silverman—$500.00

R-301-10

WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from Jason Silverman for the release of a $500.00 cash road opening bond posted for the replacement of an existing driveway at 95 Meadowbrook 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 17, 2010; and

WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the replacement of an existing driveway 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 Jason Silverman, 95 Meadowbrook Road, Randolph, NJ 07869.

(12) Refund Overpayment of Taxes for 2009 to Edward and Monica Sapone—$8,695.87

R-302-10

WHEREAS, Edward and Monica Sapone have been granted a reduction in assessed valuation for the tax year 2009 by the Tax Court of New Jersey on Block 199, Lot 46.13, known as 10 Red Oak Lane; and

WHEREAS, an overpayment exists as a result of the reduction for the year 2009 in the amount of $8,695.87; and