EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, :30 PM MUNICIPAL BUILDING, BARGAINTOWN ROAD EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY MINUTES

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1 EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, :30 PM MUNICIPAL BUILDING, BARGAINTOWN ROAD EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY MINUTES Deputy Mayor Glassey called the Meeting to Order at 5:34 pm. Deputy Township Clerk Tedesco read the Opening Statement pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act. ROLL CALL: John Carman, Jr.-present Stanley Glassey-present Paul Hodson-present John Risley-present James J. McCullough-absent Also in attendance were Administrator Miller, Deputy Administrator Goodreau, Engineer Mott, Solicitor Friedman and Deputy Township Clerk Tedesco. MEETING WITH TOWNSHIP ENGINEER Engineer Mott reviewed his report dated January 11, 2006 which outlined the status of numerous Capital Projects as well as, an overview of sixty-three subdivisions in various phases of construction. A copy of the Engineer s Report is attached to the minutes. NEW BUSINESS Police Officer Education Requirement Administrator Miller advised the Police Department has requested that the current requirements for the entry rank of police officer be revised. They have proposed that the current requirement be amended to include individuals who have obtained sixty-four academic credits working towards a degree or an Associates degree. The members of Township Committee agreed to introduce an ordinance later this evening to address this request.

2 Committeeman Hodson inquired when the next test would be held. Administrator Miller advised this Spring Bond Sale Administrator Miller advised Resolution # listed on the Supplemental Agenda pertains to the upcoming Bond Sale. He explained that the bond will be sold through an electronic bidding process. New Non-Contractual Employees Administrator Miller advised eight (8) employees whose positions were formerly covered under the IBEW Union became non-contractual positions effective January 1, Those positions include the Public Works Division Manager, Communications Supervisor, Police Records Supervisor and the Deputy Court Administrator. Supplemental Agenda Administrator Miller briefly reviewed resolutions included on the supplemental agenda including resolution providing for the sale of several general improvement bonds, reduction and refund of performance guarantees for Paparone Homes, Inc and Somerset Lakes, LLC, execution of Maintenance Agreement for Riso Duplicator, Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement and Developer s Agreement for Ridgeview Townhomes, approving permanent employee status for J. Dallackiesa and Vincentt VonEllingtton and authorizing the cash surrender value of LOSAP account to insured William C. Erkman. OTHER BUSINESS (not listed on agenda) Ordinance # Public Hearing Administrator Miller advised The Pinelands Commission will conduct a public hearing on Ordinance # on January 25, Ordinance # amends the Code of the Township of Egg Harbor, Chapter 94 Thereof, Entitled Design, Performance and Improvement Standards. It amends the Open Space and Recreation Space contributions in-lieu of facilities. CLOSED SESSION Motion Risley second Carman that RESOLUTION #47A-2006 Authorizing the Township Committee to convene into a Closed Executive Session to discuss matters which may involve litigation: South Jersey Builders League v EHT, St. James v EHT and Personnel: Information Technology Specialist, PBA Grievance and Negotiations, be adopted. Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risley-yes McCullough-absent

3 Motion Risley second Carman to reconvene into Public Session. Vote: All present voted - yes. VIDEO BROADCAST/TELEVISION STATEMENT Deputy Township Clerk Tedesco read the Video Broadcast/Television Statement and reconfirmed the roll call, Mayor McCullough absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Deputy Mayor Glassey led the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENTATION(S) Robert Widitz, Atlantic County Alliance Coordinator made a presentation to Judge Robert Switzer as the Egg Harbor Township Municipal Alliance Volunteer of the Year Mr. Widitz explained that individuals are chosen from among their fellow Alliance members for outstanding community service. Judge Switzer thanked the Township Committee for allowing him serve on the Municipal Alliance. The Judge also thanked his fellow members and the Atlantic County Alliance for their efforts and support. Deputy Mayor Glassey stated the members of Township Committee are very proud and appreciate the County s recognition of Judge Switzer s accomplishments. COUNTY REPORT No County Report was presented. ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION Motion Carman second Hodson to introduce ORDINANCE # An Ordinance to Exceed the Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits and to Establish CAP Bank (N.J.S.A. 40A: ). Ordinance # to be published in the Mainland Journal on January 18, 2006 for further consideration at a Public Hearing to be held on February 8, Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risley-yes McCullough-absent Purpose: Authorizing the 2006 Budget to be increased by an additional 1 % ($176,380.07) over the 2005 final appropriations. Motion Hodson second Risley to introduce ORDINANCE # An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance 64 of 2005 Entitled An Ordinance Fixing the Salaries of Certain Officials and Employees of the Township of Egg Harbor for the Year 2006". Ordinance # to be published in the Mainland Journal on January 18, 2006 for further consideration at a Public Hearing to be held on February 8, Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risley-yes McCullough-absent

4 Purpose: Amending Non-Contractual Employees portion of salary ordinance to include Public Works Division Manager, Communications Supervisor, Police Records Supervisor and Deputy Court Administrator positions. Motion Hodson second Risely to introduce ORDINANCE # An Ordinance to Amend the Code of the Township of Egg Harbor, Chapter 6, Administration of Government, Article XXIV, Ambulance Squad, Section 163.1, Fees. Ordinance # to be published in the Mainland Journal on January 18, 2006 for further consideration at a Public Hearing to be held on February 8, Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risley-yes McCullough-absent Purpose: Amending charges for related ambulance service fees and authorizing collection of outstanding fees by a third party collection agency. Purpose: Amending the front yard set back relating to garages in the R-2 through R-5 zones, R-5 (Apt.), R-6 and RG-1 through R-G5 zones. Motion Risley second Hodson to introduce ORDINANCE # An Ordinance to Vacate a Portion of Narrow Leaf Road, Described by Metes and Bounds and Located in the Township of Egg Harbor, County of Atlantic and State of New Jersey. Ordinance # to be published in the Mainland Journal on January 18, 2006 for further consideration at a Public Hearing to be held on February 8, Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risley-yes McCullough-absent Purpose: Expansion of driveway area. Narrow Leaf Road is located off of Bayberry Avenue between Fernwood and Pinedale Avenues. Motion Carman second Hodson to introduce ORDINANCE # An Ordinance to Amend the Code of the Township of Egg Harbor, Chapter 225, entitled Zoning. Ordinance # to be published in the Mainland Journal on January 18, 2006 for further consideration at a Public Hearing to be held on February 8, Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risley-yes McCulloughabsent Motion Carman second to introduce ORDINANCE # An Ordinance to Vacate Portions of Atlantic Avenue, Harding Avenue, Three 20-Foot Wide Alley Ways, Described by Metes and Bounds and Located in the Township of Egg Harbor, County of Atlantic and State of New Jersey. Ordinance # to be published in the Mainland Journal on January 18, 2006 for further consideration at a Public Hearing to be held on February 8, Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risleyyes McCullough-absent Purpose: Development of Tri-County Supply Building Supply facility to include storage space, showroom and office building space (39,000 square feet of commercial development). Location is in the area of McKinley and Washington Avenues extending to City of Pleasantville border. ORDINANCE # An Ordinance to Amend the Code of the Township of Egg Harbor, Chapter 6, Administration of Government/Article IX, Police Department.. Ordinance # to be published in

5 the Mainland Journal on January 18, 2006 for further consideration at a Public Hearing to be held on February 8, Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risley-yes McCulloughabsent Purpose: Amend Chapter 6, Article IX, Section 6-84.C to modify the minimum Degree/Education requirements for the rank of Police Officer to an Associates Degree or currently enrolled in a 4 year college having obtained sixty-four academic credits towards a degree. GENERAL PUBLIC DISCUSSION Dan Bates, 5059 Tremont Avenue congratulated Committeemen Hodson and Risley on their recent election. Mr. Bates advised his concerns regarding the telephone pole at the intersection of Oakland and Tremont Avenues have not been resolved. He indicated traffic in this area has tripled since the road from the high school has been opened and he has further concerns over the 397 dwelling units to be built in this same area. Mr. Bates advised the police department is currently investigating graffiti that was recently sprayed onto the roadways and a neighbors fence. He suggested the Township Committee consider placing surveillance equipment at various locations within the Township similar to the City of Philadelphia in order to curb crime. Mr. Bates realizes this would be a costly endeavor, but feels it should be given consideration. Norma Lombardi, 1004 Bay Drive, West Atlantic City complained about road striping that was done on Bay Drive today. Mrs. Lombardi did not feel the painting of double gold lines would slow down traffic in this area. Contractors also sprayed the word SLOW on the roadway in several areas including directly in front of her home. Mrs. Lombardi advised the paint has smeared and she insisted that it be removed immediately. She said that it detracts from the value of her home and obstructs her view. Additionally, Mrs. Lombardi expressed concern over possible drainage problems from the future construction of three new homes in West Atlantic City. She requested Engineer Mott investigate this matter prior to construction. Lastly, Mrs. Lombardi referred to a proposed bulkhead which is to be constructed along Bay Drive. Mrs. Lombardi stated that there is no need for a sea wall in the vicinity of her home and subsequently she does not want a bulkhead constructed in this area. Deputy Mayor Glassey advised Engineer Mott will review her concerns tomorrow. The Deputy Mayor explained the double yellow lines painted earlier today were done as a result of numerous speeding complaints on Bay Drive. He said the word SLOW will become more visible as the paint cures. Deputy Mayor Glassey advised the storm water runoff for the proposed building lots will be addressed during the construction approval process. A proposed bulkhead was included in the recently approved Storm Water Grant application. Funds were approved however, it is doubtful that money will be available to install the bulkhead. However, burms and stone were proposed for several areas which may be constructed/installed. Motion Carman second Hodson to close the public portion. Vote: All present voted, yes. ENGINEER'S REPORT Engineer Mott briefly reviewed his report of January 11, 2006, attached to minutes.

6 RESOLUTIONS (CONSENT CALENDAR) RESOLUTION # Renewal of Membership in the Atlantic County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund. RESOLUTION # Authorizing Township Committee to Renew Lease with the Egg Harbor Township Police Athletic League for the PAL Building located on Tilton Road in Egg Harbor Township. RESOLUTION # Transferring Monies from One Appropriation to Another. RESOLUTION # Authorizing Method of Payment for Delinquent Taxes. RESOLUTION # Fixing the Rate of Interest to be Charged on Delinquent Taxes or Assessments. RESOLUTION # Authorizing Refund of Overpaid Taxes. (Various accounts) RESOLUTION # Approving Rotary Towing Application for the 2006 Calendar Year. (Point Auto Repairs, Inc.) RESOLUTION # Authorizing Execution of 2006 Munidex Software Maintenance Agreement and Township Clerk Mercantile Licensing and Dog Licensing. RESOLUTION # Authorizing Cancellation of Property Tax Credits or Delinquent Amounts of Less Than $10. RESOLUTION # Authorizing Indemnification and Save Harmless Agreement and Developer s Agreement for Fox Trail Development a.k.a. Ridgewood. RESOLUTION # Appointing Members to the Linwood-Egg Harbor Township Joint Bargaintown Lake Committee for the Year (John Carman Jr., James J. McCullough, Richard Kreischer) rd RESOLUTION # Appointing Paul Savini as a 3 Alternate Member to the Egg Harbor Township Zoning Board of Adjustment. RESOLUTION # Awarding Professional Service Contract to Commerce National Risk Control Services for Coordination of Alcohol and Training and Drug Testing Services. RESOLUTION # Authorizing Mayor to Execute a Change Order with Gowers Landscaping, Inc. Motion Carman second Hodson to adopt Consent Calendar Resolutions # through and including Resolution # , be adopted. Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risley-yes McCullough-absent

7 RESOLUTIONS (SUPPLEMENTAL CONSENT) RESOLUTION # Authorizing payment of all bills pursuant to Exhibit A. RESOLUTION # Combining Several Authorizations of General Improvement Bonds of the Township of Egg Harbor into a Single Issue Aggregating $19,406, in Principal Amount; Determining the Form and other Details thereof; and Providing for their Sale. RESOLUTION # Authorizing Reduction and Refund of Performance Guaranty (Bond and Cash Surety) on Deposit for Paparone Homes of New Jersey, Inc. RESOLUTION # Authorizing Reduction and Refund of Performance Guaranty (Bond and Cash Surety) on Deposit for Somerset Lakes, LLC. RESOLUTION # Authorizing Execution of Maintenance Agreement for Riso RP310 Duplicator. (Toshiba Business Solutions New Jersey) RESOLUTION # Authorizing Indemnification and Save Harmless Agreement and Developer s Agreement for Ridgeview Townhomes. RESOLUTION # Approving Permanent Employee Status for Joseph Dallackiesa and Vincent Von Ellingtton. RESOLUTION # Authorizing the Cash Surrender Value of LOSAP Account to Insured William C. Erkman. Motion Carman second Hodson to adopt Consent Calendar Resolutions # through and including Resolution # , be adopted. Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-yes Risley-yes McCullough-absent REPORTS Township Committee: Deputy Mayor Glassey advised tonight s meeting began at 5:30 p.m. and Township Committee discussed numerous topics. The Deputy Mayor also advised that Mayor McCullough is currently on vacation. APPROVALS Motion Carman second Risely to approve and file the monthly Departmental Reports. Vote: All present voted, yes. Motion Hodson second Carman to approve the payroll for the month of December 2005 in the amount

8 of $1,782, Vote: All present voted, yes. Motion Carman second Risely to approve the December 22, 2005 Closed Session Minutes, Resolution#557A Roll call vote: Carman-yes Glassey-yes Hodson-abstain Risley-yes McCullough-absent ADJOURNMENT Motion Hodson second Risley to adjourn the meeting at 7:58 p.m. All present voted, yes. James J. McCullough, Mayor Eileen M. Tedesco, RMC Deputy Township Clerk