MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE LITTLE SILVER BOROUGH COUNCIL December 5, 2016

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1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE LITTLE SILVER BOROUGH COUNCIL December 5, 2016 The meeting was called to order and the Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act given by Mayor Neff at 8:27 p.m. "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by the mailing of a notice to the Asbury Park Press and The Two River Times on January 5, 2016, and by filing same with the Clerk of the Borough of Little Silver and by prominently posting said notice on the bulletin board of the Borough Hall." The salute to the flag was led by Mr. Gilmour which was followed by a moment of silence. Roll Call: Present: Mr. Galante, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. McNally, Mr. Mihlon, Mr. O Hern Mrs. Thygeson, Mayor Neff, Attorney Clark, Ms. Jungfer, Administrator/Clerk. Communications Mrs. Jungfer gave an update on the liquor license. Following the prequalification process, the only qualified bidder was Brick Wall at Little Silver, LLC. Matt and Mike Kelly are 2 of the 7 principals in this LLC and will provide the only sealed bid to be opened on 12/8/16. The bid will be reported to Council at the December 19 th meeting. Brief remarks on the Agenda from members of the Public: There were no members of the public present. Reports of Council Members: FIRE, FIRST AID AND FIRE POLICE: (Recreation and Parker Homestead Liaison) Mr. O Hern reported that the Parker Homestead Holiday Open House will take place on December 11 th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Mayor Neff reported that Tom Pallone, a member of the first aid squad and chaplain of the fire and police departments, will be relocating to Arkansas. His mentorship elevated the training of new members on the squad. Mayor Neff proposed a resolution commending his service before he permanently relocates. PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE: (Board of Health, Library Trustees and Recycling) Mr. Gilmour reported that the DPW is prepared for the winter weather.

2 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AND SHADE TREE: (Shared Services, Grants and Legislative issues) Mr. McNally reported that a bill on the plastic bag issue has been proposed and is moving through the House. It is supported by the Food Council. He bought up the issue of the Mercedes property and Mayor Neff stated that all completed work was done with the proper permits. The Planning Board asked for more of a buffer zone and Contemporary Motors will go back before the Planning Board at their next meeting.. BUDGET AND INSURANCE: (Traffic Safety Committee, Two River Water Reclamation Authority) Mr. Mihlon reported there was a preliminary 2017 budget meeting and further meetings will take place. There is a Traffic Safety meeting on December 8 th. POLICE AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS: (COAH Litigation, Planning Board, Open Space, Capital Projects and Emergency Planning) Mr. Galante had nothing further to report other than what was discussed in workshop. He did state however that the Taste of Little Silver project is moving forward and will take place on May 21 st from noon to 4 pm. Prospect Avenue from Markham to Church will be closed for the event. All businesses in the community will be invited to participate. Rick Brandt will manage the event along with the help of a committee. PERSONNEL (Business and Professional Association, Red Bank Regional and Little Silver Schools) Mrs. Thygeson reported that the LSB&PA will sponsor carriage rides on December 16 th. Mayor Neff noted that an incorrect date appeared in the Mayor s Message in the December newsletter but was correct in the rest of the newsletter. Mrs. Thygeson mentioned that the play, The Crucible, at RBR was a great success. She also reported that Eric LaGrande, a Rutgers football player who was paralyzed with an injury while playing for Rutgers, will be coming to school to talk to our students. COMMUNICATIONS, WEBSITE AND NEWSLETTER Mayor Neff reported the Holiday Tree Lighting was a success and thanked everyone who helped organize the event. OLD BUSINESS There was no old business to discuss.

3 NEW BUSINESS A) Ordinance Introduction: ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED ORDINANCE FOR SALARIES OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE BOROUGH OF LITTLE SILVER, COUNTY OF MONMOUTH. Motion to introduce: Mr. Mihlon Second: Mr. O Hern There was no Council or Public Discussion. Vote: Ayes: Mr. Galante, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. McNally, Mr. Mihlon, Mr. O Hern Mrs. Thygeson Nays: None Motion carries. B) Consent Agenda seven items on the agenda. Motion to approve Agenda: Mr. Mihlon Second: Mr. Gilmour Vote: Ayes: Mr. Galante, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. McNally, Mr. Mihlon, Mr. O Hern (abstained on items 6 and 7), Mrs. Thygeson Nays: None Motion carries. BOROUGH OF R LITTLE SILVER 12/5/2016 VOUCHERS PAYABLE December 5, 2016 I offer this Resolution in favor of the payment of the following vouchers which have been authenticated and presented for payment. These payments represent expenditures for which an appropriation was duly made in the budget adopted by the governing body, including any emergency expenditures. The Chief Financial Officer has certified that sufficient funds are available to pay the same from each designated appropriation. CHECK DISBURSEMENTS Operating-Current Year $ 109, Capital 72, Grant 9, Various Trusts & Reserves 33, Escrow Projects 9, PAYROLL 11/25 251, VOID CHECKS Bargs Lawn & Garden Ck # MANUAL CHECKS

4 ACH DEBIT Ameriflex-Nov WIRE TRANSFERS TOTAL Ameriflex-Nov Claims 7, Authorize.Net Dec Merchant Services-Dec $ 494, Laura M. Geraghty, C.M.F.O. R /5/2016 R E S O L U T I O N BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver, in the County of Monmouth, State of New Jersey as follows: Section 1. Pursuant to the following Bond Ordinances of the Borough of Little Silver entitled "A Capital Improvements Bond Ordinance Appropriating the Funds and Authorizing the Issuance of Bonds of the Borough for Financing Such Appropriation" Ordinance Bonding Ord. # Description Date Amount Authorization Acquistions & Improvements 07/02/07 1,112, , Acquistions & Improvements 07/14/08 773, , Acquisitions 10/20/08 42, , Acquistions & Improvements 05/18/09 119, , Acquistions & Improvements 06/29/09 673, , Acquistions & Improvements 06/24/10 453, , Acquistions & Improvements 5/2/ , , Acquistions & Improvements 05/06/13 654, , Acquistions & Improvements 04/07/14 771, , Acquistions & Improvements 05/04/15 1,197, ,077, Acquistions & Improvements 04/18/16 1,189, ,189, TOTAL 4,138, A Bond Anticipation Note of the local unit in a principal amount not exceeding $4,138, shall be issued for the purpose of temporarily financing the improvements or purposes described heretofore, including the renewal of any Bond Anticipation Note heretofore issued thereof. Section 2. The following matters in connection with said Bond Anticipation Note are hereby determined: A) The Note issued hereunder shall mature at such times as may be determined by the Chief Financial Officer of the Borough of Little Silver. B) Said Note issued hereunder shall be an interest-free internal note of the Borough of Little Silver.

5 C) Said Note shall be in the form prescribed by resolution heretofore adopted by the governing body of the Borough of Little Silver determining the form of the Bond Anticipation Note issued pursuant to the Local Bond Law, and such Note may be signed or sealed by officers of the Borough of Little Silver in any manner permitted by Section 40A:2-25 of said Law notwithstanding that said form or resolution may otherwise provide. Section 3. The Chief Financial Officer of the Borough of Little Silver is hereby authorized and directed to determine all matters in connection with said Note not determined by this or a subsequent resolution and her signature upon said note shall be conclusive as to such determinations. Little Silver's faith and credit are hereby pledged to the punctual payment of the principal on said obligations and, unless otherwise paid or payment provided for, and an amount sufficient for such payment be inserted in the budget and a tax sufficient to provided for the payment thereof shall be levied and collected. Section 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately. R R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has determined that the following development projects are complete and recommends that the cash performance bonds on deposit with the Borough be released as follows: West End-KB, LLC $ 3, Laurel Drive Block 54, Lots 5 & 6 West End-KB, LLC $ 3, Winding Way Block 61, Lot 25 West End-KB, LLC $ 1, Little Silver Point Rd Block 62, Lot 8 Stephen Canino $ 2, Paag Lane Block 66, Lot 8 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the above referenced cash bonds be and are hereby released. R R E S O L U T I O N

6 WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has determined that the following construction projects are complete and recommends that the balances of the escrow funds on deposit with the Borough be released as follows: Peter Lopoukhine $ Woodbine Avenue Block 13, Lot 52, 53 & 54 R Tellechea Carpentry, LC $ Laurel Drive Block 54, Lot 5 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the above referenced escrow fund balances be and are hereby released. R RESOLUTION WHEREAS Chapter IV entitled Police Department, Section d of Hiring Procedures allows the Mayor and Council to authorize a smaller number of candidates for the interview process; and WHEREAS, Section e of the same chapter allows the Mayor and Council to authorize a smaller number of candidates for the psychological interview; and WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Chief of Police for the next vacancy that occurs in the Police Department for a Police Officer the number of candidates to be interviewed be reduced to three (3) and the number of candidates for the psychological interview be reduced to one (1). NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the recommendation of the Chief of Police, that the next hiring of a Police Officer the Mayor and Council hereby authorize the number of candidates to be interviewed be reduced to three (3) and the number of The Regular Meeting Minutes of November 14, 2016 were approved. The Executive Session Minutes of November 14, 2016 were approved. Public Portion remarks of the citizens for the good of the Borough: None Mrs. Jungfer reported that Willow Drive will be paved on December 6 th weather permitting. Seeing and hearing no further business, Mayor Neff called for a Motion to Adjourn. Motion: Mr. Mihlon Second: Mr. Galante Voice Vote - Unanimous

7 The meeting was adjourned at 8:48 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Kimberly A. Jungfer Administrator/Borough Clerk