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MINUTES – MENDHAM TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE July
25, 2006 Mayor Krieg called the meeting to order at
7:30 p.m. in Township Hall, ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Krieg, Mr. Pierson,
Mr. Schrier, Ms. Florek
Absent:
Mr. Phelan
Also Present: Christopher
Falcon, Esq., Township Attorney
Penny Newell, Township Clerk SALUTE TO THE FLAGMayor Krieg read the following statement: STATEMENT OF ADEQUATE NOTICE:
“Adequate notice of this meeting of the
Township Committee of the Township of Mendham was given as required by the Open
Public Meetings Act as follows: Notice
was given to the Observer Tribune and the Daily Record on January
6 2006; Notice was posted on the bulletin board in Township Offices and Notice
was filed with the Clerk on January 6, 2006.” APPROVAL OF MINUTES – June
22, 2006 and July 10, 2006 – Mr. Schrier made a motion to approve these
minutes as written; Ms. Florek seconded the motion.
ROLL CALL – Ms. Florek, Mr. Schrier and Mr. Pierson voted YES; Mayor
Krieg abstained on the June 22nd minutes. All present voted YES on
July 10, 2006.
Mr. Schrier noted a correction for the June 27, 2006 minutes where it should have been noted that he voted NO on the vote for Resolution R2006-94 (rules and regulations for hunting in the Township) OLD BUSINESS - No Old Business HEARING PERSONS PRESENT Upon motion duly made and seconded the meeting was opened
to the public. No one present asked
to be heard. Upon motion duly made
and seconded the meeting was closed to the public. NEW BUSINESS 1. Resolution of approval for an expansion of premises for the Mendham Golf and Tennis Club ABC License. Bryan Seavey, Board Member and House
Chairman for Mendham Golf and Tennis Club was present to respond to questions
from the Township Committee. Mr.
Seavey noted that the Club currently has a renewed license for 2006-2007 and he
also understands that the Club, according to some members, years ago had a
license that covered the expanded area now being requested.
He indicated that the Club would like to expand from the current Club
House and Patio to include the grounds up to Mr. Pierson asked if only beer would be served. Mr. Seavey said the only alcoholic beverage on the beverage cart would be beer, however, for certain occasions a hospitality tent may have other alcoholic beverages as well. Mayor Krieg asked approximately how many times a year a hospitality tent would be used. Mr. Seavey estimated twenty times a year. Mr. Schrier asked if patrons would be
purchasing from the beverage cart and possibly wandering near or across Resolution R2006-100 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE OF THE WHEREAS, an application has been filed for a place-to-place transfer (Expansion of Premises) of Club License 14199-31-002-002, for purposes of expanding the premises under license wherein the sale, service and storage of alcoholic beverages are authorized; and WHEREAS, the submitted application form is complete in all respects, the transfer fees have been paid, and the license has been properly renewed for the current license term; and WHEREAS, the
Governing Body of the 1.
A sign shall be placed at the approach to 2. A notice to the membership of the Mendham Golf and Tennis Club of the expansion and its restriction to that portion of the premises up to and not beyond Corey Lane; These two conditions shall be accomplished within thirty days of the date of this Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mendham Township Governing Body does hereby approve, with the above noted conditions, effective July 25, 2006, the expansion of the aforesaid Club licensed premises located at Golf Lane in Mendham Township, NJ, to place under license the area delineated in the application form and the sketch of the licensed premises attached thereto. Mr. Pierson made a motion to adopt R2006-100; Mr. Schrier seconded the motion. ROLL CALL – All present voted YES. 2. Discussion of India Brook Park Ball Field Project. Mayor Krieg reported that he, along with Mr. Mountain and Andrew Holt of Suburban Consulting, met with neighboring residents and the major concerns expressed by the residents were increased traffic, restrictions on use during Sundays and late evenings and the need for buffers to ensure the privacy of the most immediate neighbor to the site. Mr. Mountain provided a chronology of the project: the property was acquired by the Township in 2002 and a master plan was created to develop a mission for how to utilize the property. One recommendation of that master plan was for ball fields. The Recreation Commission expressed a growing need for additional ball fields and the 2006 capital budget includes funding. A funding ordinance in 2005 provided for the hiring of Suburban Consulting to provide a proposal for the design. Following a presentation to the Township Committee, the Recreation Commission and immediate neighbors, feedback was provided to the Township Committee and a set of alternatives was developed by Suburban. The Township Committee requested comments on the alternatives from the Recreation Commission, the Environmental Commission and the Open Space Committee. In addition, another neighborhood meeting was held to review the alternatives. He said the next step would be to direct Suburban to prepare a final design plan for presentation to the Planning Board. Mr. Holt outlined the options for a regulation size field: a single regulation field with approximately 50 parking spaces at the front of the site and close to the property line or a regulation field at the rear of the site with parking located closer to the developed portion of the site. He indicated that he has not done an extensive investigation of the rear portion of the site. Upon motion duly made and seconded the meeting was opened to the public for comment on this matter only. Brenda Grant, Doug Kitani, Marian Koste, Mark Ford, Mendham Road East and Recreation Commissioner: said the vision of the Recreation Commission is for more ball fields, noting the problems that have occurred with the Ralston Fields. He said scheduling is a problem and this facility would help to accommodate the needs of the children. He said they should look at the increasing number of children starting organized sports at a younger age. He said it is critical to get this field underway now. He recommended one field and to have restrictions on time of use would be good. Edward Powers, 5 Horizon Drive: said, as an officer of the West Morris Soccer Club which represents many families in the Mendhams and Chesters, and they are in desperate need of fields . He said they are respectful of the concerns of the residents and agree with the need to limit days and times, noting that the Soccer Club doesn’t use the fields any earlier than 1:00 p.m. or any later than 5:00 p.m. Joe Savino, 95 Ironia Road: asked for the total budget amount for the proposed project. Mr. Mountain said a capital item of $550,000 includes a $100,000 commitment from the West Morris Soccer Club. Mr. Savino said he has four small boys and sees soccer as not as much of a problem as baseball and football. He asked what other sport groups would be using the field. Mr. Pierson said the oversized field being suggested could be used for other sports, for example, football. Mayor Krieg noted that is this field is used for soccer it would relieve Ralston Fields so they could be used for baseball. Mr. Savino said his property is adjacent to the proposed lower field area and his concern is for the security of his four small children and his loss of peace and quiet. He urged the Committee to consider the rear site. Mayor Krieg said he spoke with Mr. Holt following the last neighborhood meeting and asked him to look at moving the field location farther away from the property line in order to provide a buffer and privacy. Pat Zimmerman, West Main Street: noted that several years ago there was a master plan that included a pavilion near the rear of the property and she feels that a complete master plan should be in place before any decision on a ball field. Mr. Mountain said the master plan was completed and this step is part of that master plan. He said there has been some confusion between the master plan and a development plan, noting that this is the first element of the master plan. Jennifer Brauner, 9 Carroll Drive: said, as a new resident, she has seen a need for more fields. She said there are many towns with better facilities and she is shocked at the lack of facilities in Mendham, noting that property values increased as a result of the recreational facilities built in other towns. Eric Kececi, 17 Franklin Road (Boro): said his property is adjacent to the high school baseball field and he enjoys having a field within walking distance of his home. He noted that it allows for a nice community get-together place for the neighborhood children and he also enjoys hearing the marching band. Diana Orban Brown, 100 Ironia Road: as chair of the Open Space Committee, said that committee is very supportive of the Recreation Commission and of the idea of organized sports for children. She said the Open Space Committee is also supportive of the Environmental Commission’s request that the rear field not be touched for now. She said the Open Space Committee did strongly urge that any construction on fields at India Brook Park be delayed at least long enough to find out whether the acquisition of the property at Mt. St. John will actually take place, noting that there are two fields at that location that, with limited construction, could be used as soccer fields. The committee felt that the construction of one field in either location would involve a lot of cutting and filling and earthmoving and some members were disturbed by that idea, and by using existing facilities at St. John, if acquired, would save the taxpayers a lot of money, then possibly allowing for refurbishing of other fields, for example, those at Ralston. With no others present asking to be heard, upon motion duly made and seconded the meeting was closed to the public. Mr. Schrier said they have been discussing this for some time now and the Mt. St. John possibility is relatively new and still has a long way to go. He said the uncertainty of the acquisition is still out there and with a number of partners in the acquisition, not all have come up with the money yet and that is a big factor. He made a motion to ask for a final design plan for a single field at the front of the India Brook Park site to be presented to the Planning Board. Ms. Florek seconded the motion. She said she looked at both properties recently and acknowledged that it will be some time before, or if, they will be able to acquire the Mt. St. John property. She acknowledged need for additional fields and feels that the single field at the front of the India Brook Park site, with all the concerns being taken into consideration in the final design, would be appropriate. Mr. Pierson said he believes the timing is now and the need is there. He said they have been discussing this for three years, a master plan for the site does exist, and though it contains some things that are far beyond the ability of the Township to do, he believes this project is one that should be finalized. He also noted that he and Mayor Krieg are representing the Township relative to the acquisition of the Mt. St. John property and funding from a lot of other organizations is needed to make it happen. Mayor Krieg asked Mr. Holt to keep the comments heard this evening in mind in the preparation of the final design plan. ROLL CALL – All present voted YES. 3. Public Hearing on the Township’s application to the Morris County Open Space and Farmland Preservation Trust Mr. Mountain reviewed the application which is for a 143.92 acre property, 131.68 in Mendham Township and the remainder in Peapack-Gladstone. The application is for the property in Mendham Township. The Trust for Public Lands Agreement with the Sisters of Mt. St. John the Baptist proposes a subdivision of the portion containing the buildings and the preservation of the remaining open space. Mr. Pierson made a motion to open the meeting to the public for comment on the application; Mr. Schrier seconded the motion. ROLL CALL – All present voted YES. Diana Orban Brown, 100 Ironia Road and chair of the Mendham Township Open Space Committee: said speaking both personally and as chair of the Open Space committee, feels this is one of the most fantastic opportunities for the Township and she fully supports the application; the Open Space committee is committed to the application and she thanked all who initially approached the Sisters. Diane Weeks, 22 West Main Street: applauds and supports applications for financing the property. She asked about affording to maintain the boilers, etc., that are at least 90 years old. She doesn’t like the idea of the Township becoming a landlord and the cost to renovate the buildings could be in the million dollar range. She said with the Township already committed to a new firehouse and the joint library, she is concerned about finances. Mr. Pierson reiterated Mr. Mountain’s statement in his review that the land containing the buildings is proposed to be subdivided from the open space portion and then sold. With no others present, upon motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was closed to the public. Resolution R2006-102 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MENDHAM, IN THE COUNTY OF MORRIS, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION TO THE MORRIS COUNTY OPEN SPACE AND FARMLAND PRESERVATION TRUST FUND WHEREAS, the Morris County Open Space and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund provides grants to municipal and county governments for assistance in the acquisition and development of lands for outdoor recreation and conservation purposes; and WHEREAS, the governing body of the Township of Mendham, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, desires to further the public interest by obtaining a grant in the amount of $4,000,000 from the Morris County Open Space and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund to fund the following project: Acquisition of Lot 17 and Lot 17.01 in Block 100 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Mendham, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, being the governing body of said Township, as follows: 1. Richard H. Krieg, Mayor of the Township of Mendham, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, is authorized to: a. make application for such grant; b. provide additional application information and furnish such documentation as may be required; c. act as the authorized correspondent of the Township of Mendham; and d. execute agreements with the Morris County Open Space and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund if the grant is awarded to the Township. 2. Furthermore, the governing body of the Township of Mendham, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, resolves that if the grant award is less than the amount requested, it has the ability and intention to provide the necessary funds for completion of the approved projects. Mr. Pierson made a motion to adopt R2006-102; Ms. Florek seconded the motion. ROLL CALL – All present voted YES 4. Presentation by Schiff Natural Lands Trust for application to the Morris County Open Space and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund John Wagar, representing SNLT, said they are applying for $350,000 to expand their property by 15 acres they would acquire from St. John Baptist (not St. John The Baptist as in the Township’s application). He said they also would be acquiring the right of first refusal if the property were ever offered for sale. Upon motion duly made and seconded the meeting was opened to the public for comment. No one present asked to be heard. Upon motion duly made and seconded the meeting was closed to the public. 5. Resolution R2006-99 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MENDHAM, IN THE COUNTY OF MORRIS, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF INTERLOCAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE BOROUGH OF MENDHAM IN REGARD TO TV-25 WHEREAS, the Township of Mendham and the Borough of Mendham desire to enter into an Interlocal Services Agreement with respect to the operation of a local television station known as “TV-25”; and WHEREAS, only the funds actually donated to the Township pursuant to cable television franchises will be used for this purpose; and WHEREAS, municipalities are permitted to enter into such agreements pursuant to the Interlocal Services Act, N.J.S.A. 40:8A-1 et seq. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Mendham, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, as follows: 1. The Mayor and Township Clerk are hereby authorized to execute an Interlocal Services Agreement between the Township and the Borough of Mendham in regard to the operation of a local television station known as TV-25.” 2. A copy of the Agreement in on file in the office of the Township Clerk for inspection by the public. 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. Mr. Falcon noted that the agreement authorized by this resolution contains the conditions asked for by the Township Committee. Mr. Schrier suggested that the name TV-25 be changed to identify it as a Mendham channel and he thinks using TV-25 is a disservice to both municipalities. Mr. Pierson made a motion to adopt R2006-99; Ms. Florek seconded the motion. ROLL CALL –All present voted YES. 6. Resolution R2006-103 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MENDHAM, IN THE COUNTY OF MORRIS, NEW JERSEY, APPOINTING PRODUCTION ASSISTANT FOR TV-25 WHEREAS, a vacancy has occurred in the position of production assistant for TV-25; and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Township Administrator to appoint Devon Staples to the position of production assistant for TV-25 and the hourly salary of $10.00; WHEREAS, Jesse Patterson, the former production assistant was appointed through December 12, 2005 and has continued to provide assistance through July of 2006; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Mendham as follows: Devon Staples be appointed production assistant for TV-25 at the hourly salary of $10.00 effective July 25, 2006. Jesse Patterson be compensated for providing assistance for TV-25 from January 1, 2006 through July 2006 at the hourly rate of $15.00. Mr. Schrier made a motion to adopt R2006-103; Ms. Florek seconded the motion. ROLL CALL – All present voted YES. 7. Resolution R2006-104 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MENDHAM, IN THE COUNTY OF MORRIS, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING SETTLEMENT OF TAX APPEAL PENDING IN THE TAX COURT OF NEW JERSEY WITH RESPECT TO 2005 AND 2006 REAL PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENTS WHEREAS, the owner of the following named property instituted action in the Tax Court of New Jersey for purposes of appealing the 2005 and 2006 real property tax assessments against such property; and WHEREAS, after study and consideration, the Township Tax Assessor has recommended that the foregoing tax appeals be settled as hereinafter provided, such proposed settlements being acceptable to the property owner; and WHEREAS, the governing body of the Township concurs with the recommendations of the Township Tax Assessor; and WHEREAS, a reassessment of property within the Township of Mendham became effective for the year 2005. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Mendham, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, as follows: 1. The Township Attorney is hereby authorized and directed to execute, on behalf of the Township, Tax Court of New Jersey Stipulation of Settlement for purposes of effecting settlement of the above-mentioned tax appeal as follows, such settlement to apply to the 2005 and 2006 tax years: Block 127, Lot 94.10 (Jhunjhunwala) 2005 Assessment 2006 Assessment Settlement Assessment Land $ 701,400 $ 829,300 (2005) 701,400 (2006) 829,300 Improvements 1,369,700 1,369,700 993,600 993,600 Total 2,071,100 2,071,100 1,695,000 1,695,000 Mr. Schrier made a motion, under protest, to adopt R2006-104; Mr. Pierson seconded the motion. ROLL CALL – All present voted YES. 8. Resolution R2006-105 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MENDHAM, IN THE COUNTY OF MORRIS, NEW JERSEY, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN AMBULANCE WITH ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT FOR USE BY THE MENDHAM TOWNSHIP FIRST AID SQUAD WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A;11-1 and following, the Township of Mendham publicly advertised for sealed bids for a contract for the purchase of an ambulance with accessory equipment for use by the Mendham Township First Aid Squad; and WHEREAS, in response to the advertisement for bids, the Township received the following bid on June 16, 2006: Bidder Amount Bid Bay Head Investments, Inc. D/B/A $161,897.00 VCI 45 Cross Keys Road Berlin, New Jersey 08009 WHEREAS, the governing body of the Township has determined that the bid meets the requirement of the bidding documents, is reasonable in amount and that a contract should be awarded to Bay Head Investments, Inc., D/B/A VCI for the purchase of an ambulance pursuant to the bidding documents; and WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer, being the Township official in charge of maintaining the financial records of the Township, has issued a certificate designating the appropriation to which the contract will be properly charged and stating that adequate funds are available under said appropriation for payment of the contract price, and a copy of said certificate is attached hereto and made a part of this resolution; and WHEREAS, the Township Attorney has issued a statement that he is satisfied that a proper certificate as to the availability of funds has been provided by the Chief Financial Officer as required by law, and a copy of said statement is attached hereto and made a part hereof. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Mendham, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, as follows: 1. A contract is hereby awarded to Bay Head Investments, Inc. D/B/A VCI for the purchase of an ambulance with accessory equipment as specified in the bidding documents, such contract to be in the amount of $161,897.00. 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute a contract in the form provided in the contract bidding documents between the Township and Bay Head Investments, Inc. D/B/A VCI pursuant to the provisions of Paragraph 1 of this Resolution, and the Township Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to attest such contract and to affix the municipal seal thereto, and when so executed and attested the contract shall be a valid and legally binding obligation of the Township in accordance with the terms thereof, and the proper officials of the Township are hereby authorized and directed to perform any and all acts necessary to carry out such agreement. 3. Payment by the Township to Bay Head Investments, Inc. D/B/A VCI pursuant to the contract authorized by this Resolution shall be made from the following appropriation: Ordinance 3-2006 bond
ordinance providing for the acquisition of a new ambulance in and by the
township of mendham, in the county of morris, new jersey, appropriating $150,000
therefor and authorizing the issuance of $142,500 bonds or ntoes of the township
to finance part of the cost thereof 4. Certified copies of this Resolution shall be forwarded by the Township Clerk to Bay Head Investments, Inc. D/B/A VCI 5. This Resolution shall take effect upon adoption. Mr. Pierson made a motion to adopt R2006-105; Ms. Florek seconded the motion. ROLL CALL – All present voted YES. 9. Resolution R2006-106 RESOLUTION
OF THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MENDHAM, IN THE COUNTY OF MORRIS,
NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING DISCUSSION WITHOUT THE PRESENCE OF THE PUBLIC
WHEREAS, it is deemed appropriate that the Township Committee discuss the
matters hereafter mentioned without the presence of the public in accordance
with the provisions of R.S. 10:412b, being section 7b of the Open Public
Meetings Act.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township
of Mendham, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, as follows: Matters
relating to:
[ ]
personnel
[x] negotiations
[x] acquisition
of property
[x] litigation
[x] attorney/client
privilege
shall
be discussed by the Township Committee without the presence of the public.
It is anticipated that these matters can be disclosed to the public when
further action is taken in connection with the discussion. Mr.
Schrier made a motion to adopt R2006-106; Mr. Pierson seconded the motion. ROLL
CALL – All present voted YES. 10.
Raffle Application RA#135 for the Minutemen Sports Club was approved. 11.
Resolutions R2006-106, R2006-107 and R2006-108
Mr. Pierson made a motion to adopt these three resolutions which are part of the Township’s application to the USDA for funding in connection with the disposal bed project at Mendham East Wastewater Treatment Plant; Ms. Florek seconded the motion. ROLL CALL – All present voted YES on Resolutions R2006-107, R2006-108 and R2006-109. Copies of these Resolutions are attached hereto and made a part hereof. ADMINISTRATOR REPORT 1. Mr. Mountain reported that the architect is preparing the final design plan for the emergency service building. That plan will be reviewed with the full emergency services committee. He said that the funding ordinance will be introduced on August 14th with final adoption on September 11th. He said a contract should then be awarded at the second meeting in September. 2. Mr. Mountain said they should hear by July 28th about the extraordinary aid application and once that is in place the 2006 budget can be adopted. He said once the budget is adopted the tax rate can be established and tax bills sent out, with the grace period extended to 25 days from the date of the mailing of the bills. 3. Mr. Mountain introduced Thomas Russomano who is serving as an intern to the Township and Borough this summer. The internship was funded through the New Jersey Municipal Management Association. OPEM ITEMS LIST The Open Items List was reviewed an updated. CORRESPONDENCE1. Historic Preservation Committee Chair / Article re teardown 2. NJLM Advisory (10) 3. Invitation to Morris County Remembrance 9/10/06 4. First Energy / storm restoration 5. Paul Ciancimino/ India Brook Park 6. Daryl Brewster(2) / India Brook Park & TV-25 LEGISLATIVE REPORT Mr. Pierson asked the Committee for comments regarding the NJLM request for governing bodies to contact their legislators and urge them to advance the Citizens Convention question to the voters. Mayor Krieg said his concern is that there are so many topics that cannot be discussed it becomes a discussion of revenue and not expenditures. Ms. Florek suggested contacting the legislators but to include the concerns expressed by Mayor Krieg. Mr. Pierson suggested a resolution to support the Mayors Wellness Campaign. R2006-110 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MENDHAM, ENCOURAGING RESIDENTS OF MENDHAM TOWNSHIP TO PARTICIPATE IN MAYORS WELLNESS CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES WHEREAS, across New Jersey, communities are facing a rise in health care costs; and WHEREAS, physical activity levels have been decreasing and obesity rates increasing; and WHEREAS, local leaders are looking for ways to promote active living, healthy eating and overall wellness in their communities; and WHEREAS, the Mayors Wellness Campaign works with Mayors and key leaders to shape healthier lifestyles for the men, women and children in their communities; and WHEREAS, communities can work towards the goal of healthier citizens and lower health care costs by championing practices and programs that promote active living; and WHEREAS, the Mayors Wellness Campaign will work to implement a comprehensive program of outreach, education and technical assistance activities to combat obesity and inactivity issues for the Township of Mendham. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Mendham to ask that all residents of this community join us in supporting the Mayors Wellness Campaign; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to encourage the residents of Mendham Township to participate in Mayors Wellness Campaign activities to promote exercise, eating properly and living a healthier and better life. Mr. Schrier made a motion to adopt R2006-110; Ms. Florek seconded the motion. ROLL CALL – All present voted YES Mr. Pierson said the NJLM is pushing the current issue of deer carcass removal as a state mandate – state pay. Mr. Schrier noted that notion of state mandate – state pay is this case comes from the Morris County Board of Freeholders who filed a law suit against the state asking that the state be required to collect the deer and that was based upon comments he made expressing that the deer do not belong specifically to any one municipality but to the people of the state of NJ. He said, in the meantime, the county cooperative pricing council has sent out bids which were opened last week and the successful low bidder was the contractor who has been not picking them up for the state! He advised the council that Mendham Township had many occasions when the contractor did not respond. He said the next lowest bidder was three times the low bid cost and he persuaded the coop to accept the bid for only one year and to monitor the contractor closely. Mr. Mountain said, in his experience, the coop has a complaint process and only after a certain number of complaints would they remove the bidder in favor of the next bidder. HEARING PERSONS PRESENT Upon motion duly made and seconded the meeting was opened
to the public. Marian Koste, 92 Ironia Road:
said for the past several years she has been coping with a situation on
neighboring property that has caused water runoff to create water and mud being
washed onto her property. She is
grateful for our DPW and the help they have given her but she would like the
soil conservation district and the Township engineer to put into writing the
history of her problem in order to prevent future incidents.
She suggested this might also be a project for the environmental
commission. Mr. Pierson agreed that
Mrs. Koste has been in a terrible situation and perhaps setbacks for
conservation easements may be part of the solution in order to protect neighbors
when adjacent properties are subdivided. Mrs.
Koste also reported that trucks are constantly coming into the property with
fill on weekends. Mr.
Mountain said a lot disturbance ordinance is being worked on by the engineer. No others asked to be heard.
Upon motion duly made and seconded the meeting was closed to the public. Upon motion duly made and seconded the Committee went into
closed session at 9:37 p.m. Mr. Mountain updated the Committee on the Conti-McGlynn
property appraisals. The possible
acquisition of the Mt. St. John The Baptist property was discussed.
Mr. Falcon briefed the Committee on a litigation matter.
Upon motion duly made and seconded the Committee returned
to open session at 10:28 p.m. With no other matters to come before the Committee, upon
motion duly made and seconded the meeting adjourned at 10:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted: Penny Newell Township Clerk Attachments: Approved Bill List Resolutions R2006-107, 108 and 109 |
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