A Council meeting was held this date in Council Chambers at 6:00 P.M. with Mayor Guenther presiding.

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1 April 3, 2013 Brigantine, New Jersey A Council meeting was held this date in Council Chambers at 6:00 P.M. with Mayor Guenther presiding. Present: Simpson, McClay, Picardi, DeLucry, Pullella, Kern, Guenther Absent: None Mayor Guenther led the flag salute after which Deputy Mayor Kern offered a brief prayer. Mayor Guenther read the statement pertaining to the Open Public Meetings Act. Councilman Kern moved, seconded by Councilman Pullella to approve the Council Meeting Minutes of March 14, Roll Call: Simpson, McClay, Picardi, DeLucry. Pullella, Kern, Guenther: All Yes. Councilman Picardi moved, seconded by Councilman Kern to approve the Requisition List, Operating Expenses and Payroll. Councilman Simpson moved, seconded by Councilman Pullella to introduce the following ordinance and advertise for public hearing as amended. ORDINANCE NO. 3 OF 2013 FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION ORDINANCE Mayor Guenther explained that this ordinance had to be passed by a certain day as per the State of New Jersey, but explained that the City is still working on getting zones changed. City Solicitor Fred Scerni further explained that they are expecting changes to be made by June and then in the Fall; saying that final changes would likely be made prior to adoption of the map in 2014 or Councilman Pullella moved, seconded by Councilman DeLucry to adopt the following resolution. RESOLUTION WORK CHANGE ORDER #2 FINAL SEWER IMPROVMENTS 8 TH STREET SOUTH FROM

2 BRIGANTINE AVENUE TO BEACH DRIVE Mr. Stinson explained that this project is funded through the Community Development Block Grant. Councilman Picardi moved, seconded by Councilman Kern to adopt the following resolution. RESOLUTION DEDICATION BY RIDER FOR THE ACCUMULATED ABSENCE LIABILITY TRUST FUND Ms. Blumenthal explained that this was done at Council s request. Councilman Kern asked what these funds could be used for. Ms. Blumenthal stated that it could only be used for what they are dedicated for. Roll Call: McClay, Picardi, DeLucry, Pullella, Kern, Guenther: All Yes. Simpson No. Councilman DeLucry moved, seconded by Councilman Pullella to adopt the following resolution. RESOLUTION RENEWAL OF STEAK 38 LIQUOR LICENSE City Clerk, Lynn Sweeney explained that there was a mix up on the State level with the fees, so that is why this is being done now. Councilman Pullella recused himself from the following agenda item. RESOLUTION LAGUNA RUM BAR PLACE-TO-PLACE TRANSFER City Solicitor Fred Serni explained that the business is applying for an extension of the premises, with a special condition that would require the applicant to apply for all necessary land use variances. Councilman Picardi moved, seconded by Councilman DeLucry to amend the proposed following resolution to include the language: Cannot be used for alcoholic beverage distribution until all D.E.P., C.A.F.R.A. and all planning approvals are received. Roll Call: Simpson, McClay, Picardi, DeLucry, Kern, Guenther: All Yes.

3 Councilman Kern moved, seconded by Councilman Picardi to adopt the following resolution. RESOLUTION COUNTY APPROVAL FOR ROAD CLOSURE Councilman DeLucry moved seconded by Councilman Picardi to adopt the following resolution. RESOLUTION KAYAK RENTAL RFP Ms. Blumenthal explained that the Club Drive beach would be the location for this service. Mayor Guenther expressed his concerns regarding liability issues with the City. Roll Call: Simpson, McClay, Picardi, DeLucry, Pullella, Kern: All Yes. Guenther: No. Councilman Picardi moved, seconded by Councilman Pullella to introduce the following ordinance and advertise for public hearing. ORDINANCE NO. 4 OF 2013 AUTHORIZING THE WAIVER OF ENFORCEMENT OF THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE SECTION AND SPECIFYING CONDITIONS FOR SUCH WAIVER 2 Ms. Blumenthal explained that was to allow residents to live in a trailer that is located on their property, while they repair their storm damaged home. Mr. Serni explained that council needs to make a motion to approve the Ordinance 4 of 2013, as amended. Roll Call: Simpson, McClay, Picardi, DeLucry, Pullella, Kern, Guenther: All Yes Councilman Picardi moved, seconded by Councilman Pullella to adopt the following resolutions. RESOLUTION EXTENSION OF WAIVER FOR PERMITS City Engineer Ed Stinson explained that this would be for storm damaged related construction. Roll Call: Simpson, McClay, Picardi, DeLucry, Pullella, Kern, Guenther: All Yes

4 Manager/Council/Committee Discussion: Ms. Blumenthal discussed selling of municipal property, such as the old beach fee office and the civic center; asking council for suggestions as to what they would like to do with the properties. Ms. Blumenthal then discussed advertising on the golf course at different holes, to generate revenue. Nathan Robbins, Manager of the Links said that this was common practice at most major golf courses. By Voice Resolution Councilman Picardi moved, seconded by Councilman Pullella to give the City Manager and the golf course manager, the authority to engage in the process of advertising on the golf course. Ms. Blumenthal explained the Sustainable Jersey Green Team, saying that is it is a certification program that focuses on green initiatives using local vendors that could lead to grants the City could be eligible for. Ms. Blumenthal discussed the advertising on trash cans, asking for direction as far as pricing. Ms. Blumenthal discussed the RFP for management of mini golf, saying that she will forward it to council prior to advertising. Councilman Simpson spoke about why he voted no to the budget and asked Ms. Blumenthal for clarification regarding a comp time payout and she explained that comp time does have a cash value and Councilman Simpson expressed his concerns regarding changing this policy. Councilman Simpson presented council with budget reduction suggestions that he and Mayor Guenther came up with. Consent Agenda Councilman Picardi moved, seconded by Councilman Simpson to adopt and approve the following resolution and request. RESOLUTION REAL ESTATE TAX REFUND Surf and Land Sportsman s Club Fishing Tournament Request Public Comment Michael Feeley of BrigStrong announced that the New Jersey Governors Mobile Cabinet will be at the Community Center, saying that there will be representatives from various offices to help assist any resident with questions regarding the long term recovery. Angela DiSomma of th Street questioned the replacement of memorial benches that were lost in the storm and Superintendent Ernie Purdy explained that there were plaques that were salvaged after the storm. Council discussed the cost for replacement of the benches lost in the storm, saying that in previous years people would purchase the plaque and the City would supply the bench, but this system has since changed so that now the individual purchases the bench.

5 Councilman Simpson suggested building a platform to display the memorial plaques that were salvaged. John Johnson of 36 Coquille Beach Drive commented on the budget suggestions presented by Councilman Simpson and Mayor Guenther, thanking them for trying new options. Ann Phelps of 1300 Ocean Avenue echoed the remarks of John Johnson. Tige Platt of 157 Coolidge Avenue, Absecon suggested that the City offer the benches to advertisers to purchase, and further said that the Fire Fighters Union would purchase two benches. Close of Public Comment Councilman Picardi moved, seconded by Councilman Simpson to adopt the following resolution. RESOLUTION EXECUTIVE SESSION Council retired to executive session at 9:25 P.M. Council returned from executive session at City Solicitor Fred Scerni reported that Council discussed the following topics in Executive Session: one matter of litigation. Councilman Picardi moved, seconded by Councilman DeLucry to adopt the Executive Session Minutes of February 6, Councilman DeLucry thanked the Surfrider Foundation for volunteer cleanup efforts they did at the area at the bottom of the bridge. Councilman Simpson moved, seconded by Councilman Picardi to adjourn the meeting. There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned at 10:20 P.M. Lynn Sweeney, RMC City Clerk Mayor Philip Guenther