Morris Township Committee met July 18.
Here is the minutes provided by the Committee:
CALL TO ORDER
The July 18, 2018 Regular Meeting was called to order by Mayor Peter V. Mancuso at 5:00 PM in the
Municipal Building, 50 Woodland Avenue, Morris Township, New Jersey.
ATTENDANCE
Mayor Peter V. Mancuso
Deputy Mayor Matheu D. Nunn
Township Committee Member John Arvanites
Township Committee Member Bruce D. Sisler
Township Committee Member Catherine Wilson
APPOINTED OFFICERS
Timothy F. Quinn, Township Administrator
John M. Mills, III, Township Attorney
Cathleen Amelio, Township Clerk
PRESIDING OFFICER’S STATEMENT OF DISCUSSION ITEMS
Mayor Peter V. Mancuso announced that in accordance with the resolution adopted this date
authorizing the conducting of this “Closed Meeting”, discussion would be limited to “Legal and
Personnel Matters”.
Recessed to closed session at 5:05 PM.
PRESIDING OFFICER’S STATEMENT RE: ADEQUATE NOTICE – O.P.M.A. – (RECORD
INSERT)
Mayor Mancuso issued the following statement of Adequate Notice:
“Adequate Notice” of this meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Morris was given as required and defined by the Open Public Meetings Act as follows:
Written Notice was given on July 13, 2018 to the official newspaper, Daily Record, and to the additional newspaper, Star Ledger by email at least 48 hours prior to the date of this meeting, and a copy of the Notice was posted on the Bulletin Board in the Municipal Building of the Township of Morris by the Township Clerk. A copy of the Notice was likewise filed in the Township Clerk’s Office, and copies of this Notice were mailed by Certified Mail to all persons who have requested individual notice, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:4-19, all of which Notices were given at least 48 hours prior to the date of this meeting, and I hereby hand to the Township Clerk a copy of the Notice which was given as above, set forth for appropriate retention in the “Municipal Files”.
RESUMPTION OF REGULAR MEETING - Mayor Peter V. Mancuso resumed the Regular Meeting of the Township Committee at 7:08 PM.
SPEAKER’S TIME LIMITATION
Mayor Mancuso announced that in order to give interested parties a fair chance to be heard, each speaker could comment for an unassignable period of five (5) minutes before turning the microphone over to the next speaker, and that after each has had one turn, a person may be heard for an additional unassignable period of five (5) minutes.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Peter V. Mancuso led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
At this time, the Township Clerk presented for approval the following minutes: AMENDED MAY 17, 2018 – JUNE 20, 2018 CLOSED/REGULAR.
On motion duly made, seconded, and carried by the vote as hereinafter indicated, the reading of the above-specified minutes was waived, the minutes approved as circulated, and placed on file in the Office of the Township Clerk:
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR MANCUSO YES
PRESENTATIONS – MR. ROBERT WALTON, JCP&L MUNICIPAL LIAISON-JCP&L IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE
Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) filed a four-year infrastructure plan with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) aimed at enhancing the reliability and resiliency of its distribution system against severe weather and reducing the frequency and duration of power outages.
JCP&L Reliability Plus includes about $400 million in targeted investments above and beyond its regular annual investments to enhance JCP&L's service reliability and resiliency. The plan includes nearly 4,000 enhancements that will help the reliability and resiliency of overhead and underground distribution lines, as well as new equipment to reduce the frequency and duration of outages. It also outlines additional vegetation management to reduce the potential for tree damage, which is the primary cause of outages during severe storms in JCP&L's service area.
Reliability Plus was created following a detailed analysis of JCP&L's distribution system, as well as lessons learned from the restoration efforts following recent severe weather events.
JCP&L expects the plan's economic benefit to customers and businesses from enhanced reliability and resiliency will be $1.9 billion over the estimated life of the equipment installed through the program. JCP&L estimates the initial increase on the monthly bill for an average residential customer would be about 25 cents.
Key JCP&L Reliability Plus projects include: Overhead circuit reliability and resiliency – Conducting enhanced vegetation management to remove trees and limbs overhanging the distribution system in certain areas, as well as trees affected by the emerald ash borer near JCP&L power lines and equipment. This work will make JCP&L's electric distribution system less susceptible to storm damage and enhance resiliency by addressing the primary cause of outages during storm events – tree damage. JCP&L will also be installing new TripSaver II devices to reduce the number of momentary outages that become longer-duration outages.
Substation reliability enhancement – Protecting JCP&L substations from storm damage by implementing flood mitigation measures, upgrading distribution substation equipment, enhancing substation fencing and acquiring four mobile substations. These projects will increase the distribution system's resiliency, operational flexibility, safety and security.
Distribution automation – Installing new technology that can pinpoint and isolate damage on the system, which quickly decreases the number of customers affected by an outage.
Underground system improvements – Accelerating replacement of underground cable and submersible transformers with new equipment. These projects will increase customer service reliability and resiliency by reducing the frequency and duration of outages and enhancing current operations.
At this time Mayor Mancuso opened this presentation to the public and the following appeared to be heard:
Lee Goldberg – 10 Arrowhead Road – Inquired about the date of the hearing. Ans. Anticipating January, 2019.
Sue Young – 35 Schoolhouse Lane – Thanked Mr. Walton and Jersey Central Power and Light for the presentation and inquired as to why in her area are trees falling over? Ans. Mr. Walton stated that he would contact the companies arborist.
Mayor Mancuso thanked Mr. Walton, JCP&L Liaison for the presentation.
ORDINANCE – INTRODUCTION
Each ordinance as hereinafter set forth was introduced, passed on first reading by the vote as hereinafter indicated, with a public hearing thereon scheduled for a regular meeting to be held on August 15, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. unless otherwise indicated:
ORDINANCE NO. 23-18-AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS, COUNTY OF MORRIS STATE OF NEW JERSEY, APPROVING THE AGREEMENT FOR PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES FOR HOMELESS SOLUTIONS, INC. D/B/A 24 WALNUT STREET, LLC FOR SPECIAL NEEDS HOUSING, LOCATED AT BLOCK, 10306 LOT 7, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NEW JERSEY HOUSING AND MORTGAGE FINANCE AGENCY LAW N.J.S.A. 55:14K-37
WHEREAS, the Township of Morris filed a Declaratory Judgement action to establish its compliance with its affordable housing obligations titled In the Matter of the Township of Morris, County of Morris, Docket No. MRS-L-1605-15; and
WHEREAS, the Township has settled that litigation by Agreement dated December 7, 2017, and as part of that settlement, has agreed that the Township has a prospective need of 767 affordable housing units, and further has agreed that a special needs housing project consisting of 2, two bedroom affordable housing units will be developed by Homeless Solutions Inc. (“Sponsor”) at 24 Walnut Street, Block 10306, lot 7 (the “Project”) as part of the Township’s efforts to provide a reasonable opportunity to satisfy that need; and
WHEREAS, the Superior Court, at a fairness hearing on February 9, 2018 determined that the Settlement Agreement and its terms were acceptable; a final compliance hearing is to be scheduled for follow up by the court on the implementation of the terms of that settlement; and
WHEREAS, the Project has been constructed and mortgage financing for the Project has been provided by the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency and the laws regulating that financing provide that the Project may be exempt from real property taxation if the Sponsor enters into an agreement with the municipality for payments to the municipality in lieu of taxes for municipal services N.J.S.A. 55:14K-37b.; and
WHEREAS, the Sponsor of the Project has applied for a tax exemption under the applicable laws; and
WHEREAS, the Sponsor and the Township have negotiated an Agreement for Payment in Lieu of Taxes (“PILOT Agreement”) for municipal services a copy of which is attached hereto as ‘Exhibit A’.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Governing Body of the Morris Township, County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:
1. The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the Agreement for Payment In Lieu of Taxes
attached hereto as Exhibit A, subject however to minor modifications and revisions as deemed necessary and appropriate after consultation with the Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency. 2. The Township Clerk is hereby authorized and directed, upon execution of the PILOT
Agreement by the Mayor, to attest to the signature of the Mayor and to affix the corporate seal of the Township upon such document. 3. The executed copy of the PILOT Agreement shall be certified and filed with the Township
Clerk, The Township Clerk shall file certified copies of this ordinance and the PILOT Agreement with the Tax Assessor of the Township, the Chief Financial Officer of the Township of Morris, and the State of New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency,637 S. Clinton avenue, Trenton, NJ 08611. 4. The Mayor and the Township Clerk are hereby authorized to take such action and
execute such other documents, on behalf of the Township, as is necessary to effectuate the terms of the PILOT Agreement, as deemed advisable by the Township Attorney or Special Counsel. 5. This Ordinance shall take effect upon adoption and passage.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
ORDINANCES - PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL CONSIDERATION
The Township Clerk advised that each Ordinance scheduled for public hearing at this meeting had been duly posted on the legal notice bulletin board in the Municipal Building, published in the Daily Record, as supported by proof of publication which had been received and placed on file, and further, that copies of the Ordinance had been provided to the members of the General Public on request.
Each Ordinance as hereinafter set forth in full was read a second time, a public hearing held hereon, with public comments and communications of record, if any, as hereinafter noted, finally adopted by the vote as herein recorded:
ORDINANCE - PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL CONSIDERATION
ORDINANCE NO. 22-18 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SALARIES AND COMPENSATION FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE POLICEMEN’S BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION (PBA Local 133) OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS
BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Committee of the Township of Morris, in the County of Morris and the State of New Jersey, they being the governing body of said Township as follows:
SECTION ONE: The Policemen’s Benevolent Association (PBA Local 133) of the Township of Morris salaries for the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 shall be as follows:
SECTION TWO: The salaries or compensations shall be retroactive to January 1, 2018. Any employee retiring prior to enactment of this ordinance will be entitled to retroactive compensation provision of this ordinance. Any PBA member who voluntarily resign or was otherwise discharged from employment from January 1, 2018 to the introduction date of this ordinance shall not be entitled to receive the salary adjustment herein. The established salaries or compensation shall be in lieu of any and all fees.
SECTION THREE: Effective January 1, 2012 implementation of applicable legislation, , P.L. 2011, Chapter 78 from the State of New Jersey all employees shall contribute towards their health benefits as required by State Statute. No employee will be exempt from payment of such contribution based upon their coverage, health benefit plan selection, compensation and other statutorily required criteria, if any. Employees receiving the enhanced dental plan coverage are required to pay the difference between the cost of the basic plan and the enhanced plan.
SECTION FOUR: Any employee who voluntarily resigns or is discharged from employment prior to the introduction date of this ordinance shall not be entitled to receive the salary adjustment set forth herein.
SECTION FIVE: This Ordinance shall take effect upon final passage and publication thereof, as provided for by law.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
DECLARATION OF FINAL ADOPTION – Mayor Peter V. Mancuso declared the ordinance adopted and finally passed, approved the same; and directed that the Clerk publish the notice in the newspaper and to record the ordinance in the proper place.
RESOLUTIONS
In the next matter of business, the following resolutions were duly offered, seconded, and adopted by the vote as indicated at the end of the text of the resolutions:
RESOLUTION NO. 145 -18 RE: AUTHORIZING THE CONDUCTING OF A "CLOSED MEETING" AS DEFINED IN THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT CONCERNING "LEGAL AND PERSONNEL MATTERS"
WHEREAS, this meeting is a duly and properly called meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Morris and adequate notice has been given as required by the "Open Public Meetings Act", and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary that this Governing Body consider matters involving "Legal and Personnel Matters", exceptions in the "Open Public Meetings Act", and which this Governing Body determines should be discussed at a "Closed Meeting".
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Morris as follows:
That this body shall conduct a "Closed Meeting" concerning the above-excepted matters, which are exceptions set forth in the said act, and upon which a public disclosure will be made as expeditiously as possible; said meeting to be held during a recess of this Regular Meeting at the Municipal Building, 50 Woodland Avenue.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 146 -18 AUTHORIZING RETURN OF MONIES REMAINING IN THE DEVELOPERS ESCROW ACCOUNT NO. D-11-59-050-153
WHEREAS, the following site work has been satisfactorily completed; and
WHEREAS, the Township Engineer has certified the remaining funds may now be released; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Township Committee that the following escrow account(s) be closed and the balance of all monies returned to the applicant(s).
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 147 -18 RE: 101 COLUMBIA ROAD- IMPLEMENTATION OF “PUBLIC CROSSING” IMPROVEMENTS AND ESTABLISHING A RAILROAD QUIET ZONE DESIGNATION (EASEMENT) TO BE LOCATED AT THE HONEYWELL CROSSING
WHEREAS, GTIS-HOV RESIDENCES AT COLUMBIA PARK, LLC, assignee of and successor to K. Hovnanian at Morris Township II, LLC (“KHov”) applied for, and obtained, site plan approval from the Morris Township Planning Board (the “Board”) pursuant to Planning Board Resolution #PB-05-15 (“Site Plan Approval”), in connection with the development of the 147-acre site formerly the Global Headquarters of Honeywell International Inc. (“Honeywell”) located at 101 Columbia Road, formerly Block 9101, Lot 4 (the “Honeywell Property”); and
WHEREAS, the current owners of the Honeywell Property created the Columbia Park Owners’ Association (“CPOA”) by the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements dated February 24, 2017 and recorded with the Morris County Clerk on March 6, 2017 in Deed Book 23089, Page 1508, which was amended and restated by the Amended and Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements dated January 24, 2018 and recorded with the Morris County Clerk on January 30, 2018 in Deed Book 23287, Page 1763; and
WHEREAS, Khov is the entity designated by the CPOA to pursue certain approvals for the benefit of the entire development, including the approvals to upgrade the existing railroad crossing (the “Honeywell Crossing”), which provides an entrance to the Property; and
WHEREAS, the Site Plan Approval for the Honeywell Property requires that Khov seek to upgrade the Honeywell Crossing, such that it is deemed a “Public Crossing” by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (“NJDOT”) and New Jersey Transit (“NJT”); and
WHEREAS, the Site Plan Approval also requires Khov to seek a “Quiet Zone” designation for the Honeywell Crossing, which requires infrastructure improvements by the CPOA and by NJT;
WHEREAS, a portion of the Honeywell Crossing is owned by The County of Morris (“Morris County”), a second portion is owned by Jersey City Power and Light (“JCP&L”), and a third portion is owned by NJT; and
WHEREAS, NJDOT issued an Order dated September 20, 2017 (the “NJDOT Order”) granting the petition to permit the implementation of “Public Crossing” improvements to the Honeywell Crossing, as set forth on plans prepared by Langan Engineering dated January 4, 2017, and last revised July 19, 2017, and to establish a Quiet Zone (the “Quiet Zone”) along the railroad tracks; and
WHEREAS, satisfaction of the NJDOT Order requires that each of Morris County, JCP&L and NJT grant an easement to Morris Township across their respective portions of the Honeywell Crossing for access, maintenance and motor vehicle passage (collectively, the “Quiet Order Easements”); and
WHEREAS, NJT also desires for Morris Township grant an easement for a portion of the existing railroad and surroundings located on real property along Old Turnpike Road in Morris Township, which is owned by Morris Township (“NJT Easement”);and
WHEREAS, the Township Committee makes the following findings:
(a) The implementation of the “Public Crossing” improvements to the Honeywell Crossing and the Quiet Zone designation is beneficial to the Township;
(b) Satisfaction of the NJDOT Order requires that Morris Township have and maintain control of the Honeywell Crossing;
(c) The Quiet Order Easements grant the Township sufficient control of the Honeywell Crossing for the purposes of the NJDOT Order;
(d) It is beneficial to the Township that the Township accept the Quiet Order Easements;
(e) NJT has historically been operating within the easement area set forth in the NJT Easement; and
(f) It is beneficial to the Township that NJT be granted the NJT Easement.
147-18 RE: 101 COLUMBIA ROAD- IMPLEMENTATION OF “PUBLIC CROSSING” IMPROVEMENTS AND ESTABLISHING A RAILROAD QUIET ZONE DESIGNATION (EASEMENT) TO BE LOCATED AT THE HONEYWELL CROSSING (CONTINUED) NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Township Committee of Morris Township as follows:
1. Morris Township is hereby authorized to accept the Quiet Order Easements and all rights and obligations therein, including but not limited to maintenance obligations, including: (a) an easement granted by Morris County for the portion of the Honeywell Crossing owned by Morris County substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, (a) an easement granted by JCP&L for the portion of the Honeywell Crossing owned by JCP&L substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit B, and (c) an easement granted by NJT for the portion of the Honeywell Crossing owned by NJT substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit C.
2. Morris Township is hereby authorized to grant to NJT the NJT Easement substantially in the
form attached hereto as Exhibit D.
3. The Mayor of Morris Township is hereby authorized to execute the Quiet Order Easements, the NJT Easement, and any documents relating thereto and relating to the implementation of the NJDOT Order.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 148-18 PETTY CASH FUND REVISION OF CUSTODIAN DESIGNATION-FIRE
WHEREAS,, Scott Lovenberg was the custodian of the Fire Petty Cash Fund, and
WHEREAS,, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:5-21, the Township of Morris is changing custodians to Jesse Kaar; and
WHEREAS,, Jesse Kaar is bonded by a blanket bond pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A5-34.1.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Morris, County of Morris, State of New Jersey that the change in custodian is hereby authorized.
BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED, that two copies of this resolution be filed with the Division Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for approval.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 149-18 PETTY CASH FUND REVISION OF CUSTODIAN DESIGNATION- POLICE
WHEREAS, John McGuiness was the custodian of the Police Petty Cash Fund, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:5-21, the Township of Morris is changing custodians to Mark DiCarlo; and
WHEREAS, Mark DiCarlo is bonded by a blanket bond pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A5-34.1; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Morris, County of Morris, State of New Jersey that the change in custodian is hereby authorized.
BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED, that two copies of this resolution be filed with the Division Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for approval.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 150-18 PETTY CASH FUND REVISION OF CUSTODIAN DESIGNATION- POLICE-DETECTIVE BUREAU
WHEREAS, Dennis Reilly was the custodian of the Police-Detective Bureau Petty Cash Fund, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:5-21, the Township of Morris is changing custodians to Heather Glogolich; and
WHEREAS, Heather Glogolich is bonded by a blanket bond pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A5-34.1.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Morris, County of Morris, State of New Jersey that the change in custodian is hereby authorized.
BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED, that two copies of this resolution be filed with the Division Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for approval.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 151-18 RE: REVISION OF PRIOR REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF ITEMS OF REVENUE AND APPROPRIATION (N.J.S.A. 40A:4-87) MUNICIPAL ALLIANCE ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG ABUSE – SUPPLEMENTAL
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:4-87 provides that the Director of the Division of Local Government Services may approve the insertion of any special item of revenue in the budget of any County or Municipality when such item shall have been made available by law and the amount thereof was not determined at the time of the adoption of the budget; and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 114-18 requested the insertion of Municipal Alliance on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse – Supplemental Grant in the amount of $8,000.00. This amount shall be revised to $4,000.00.
WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of any item of appropriation for equal amount.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Morris, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, hereby request the Director of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget for the year 2018 in the sum of $4,000.00 which is now available as a revenue from:
Miscellaneous Revenues:
Special Items of General Revenue Anticipated with Prior Written Consent of the Director of Local Government Services:
Public and Private Revenues offset with Appropriations:
Municipal Alliance on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse - Supplemental
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $4,000.00 be appropriated under the caption of: General Appropriations:
Operations Excluded from “CAPS”
Public and Private Programs Offset by Revenues:
Municipal Alliance on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse – Supplemental
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 152-18 RE: AUTHORIZING REFUND OF 2016 TAXES DUE TO NJ TAX COURT JUDGMENT BLOCK 6101, LOT 5
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector has certified to the Township of Morris that a payment be refunded as a result of an overpayment due to NJ Tax Court Judgment
WHEREAS, the Governing Body has reviewed said certification and approved the same.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Morris, being the Governing Body thereof that payment is refunded as follows:
Block/Lot/Qualifier Refund to: Amount: 6101/5 340 Mt. Kemble Ave.
Douglas L. Heinold, Esq. in trust for CSFB-2004-CS Mt. Kemble Ave. LLC 325 New Albany Road Moorestown, NJ 08057
$71,150.49
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 153-18 RE: ENTERING INTO AN INTER-LOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS AND THE TOWN OF MORRISTOWN – AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT 86-88 MARTIN LUTHER KING BOULEVARD
WHEREAS, the Township of Morris and the Town of Morristown (the “municipalities”) share a common boundary line which bisects an affordable housing project in both municipalities known as 86-88 Martin Luther King Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, municipalities wish to memorialize certain procedures regarding construction permits, certificates of occupancy and emergency response; and
WHEREAS an agreement has been prepared addressing these matters.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Morris does authorize and direct the Mayor and Clerk to execute the “Inter-local Agreement” between the municipalities. No funding is anticipated to be needed in connection with this resolution or the agreement. ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 154-18 RE: AUTHORIZING MAYOR AND CLERK TO EXECUTE A STORM- WATER FACILITY MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS AND 122 MT. KEMBLE LLC., 7 BUDDY LANE, MORRISTOWN, NJ 07960 FOR THE STORM WATER MANAGEMENT FACILITY LOCATED AT 122 MT. KEMBLE AVENUE, BLOCK 5604, LOT 1
WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Township of Morris did grant certain developmental approvals, and have granted preliminary and final site plan that was adopted, by the Planning Board, on July 24, 2017 to the above stated property located at Block 5604, Lot 1 better known as 122 Mt. Kemble Avenue; and
WHEREAS, 122 Mt. Kemble Avenue LLC, Morristown, NJ property owners, and the Township have under consideration between them a proposed Storm-Water Facility Maintenance Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the Mayor and Township Clerk are authorized to execute the agreement of Storm-Water Facility Maintenance Agreement that has been approved by the Municipal Engineer and Municipal Attorney.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 155-18 AUTHORIZING RETURN OF MONIES REMAINING IN THE DEVELOPERS ESCROW ACCOUNT- D-11-59-050-153
WHEREAS, the following site work has been satisfactorily completed; and
WHEREAS, the Township Engineer has certified the remaining funds may now be released; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Township Committee that the following escrow account(s) be closed and the balance of all monies returned to the applicant(s).
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 156 -18 AUTHORIZING THE AWARD AND ISSUANCE OF A NONFAIR AND OPEN CONTRACT FOR TOWING AND STORAGE LICENSES EXPIRING DECEMBER 31, 2018 – IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 460 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS-AJACO TOWING INC-1029 EDWARDS ROAD, PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054
WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1and where applicable, this Township Committee is hereby authorized to proceed with the awarding of contracts for Towing and Storage enumerated services, without the advertising for and the receipt of bids for such work, inasmuch as same are exempt as per N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5u; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Morris has a need to acquire “Towing and Storage” services for towing of vehicles as a nonfair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5; and
WHEREAS, Towing and Storage is a recognized service, regulated by law requiring and as such is an exception to the bidding requirements set forth in N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 et. seq.; and
WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this contract is for a three (3) year license (contract); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 460 of the Code of the Township of Morris entitled “Vehicle Towing and Storage” authorizes the Township Committee of the Township of Morris to issue towing and storage licenses after favorable recommendation by the Chief of Police and said towing company shall comply with Chapter 460 in all aspects; and
WHEREAS, Morris Township hereby issues a license to the following towing and storage company, having submitted the required application, and fees to the Office of the Township Clerk, and that said application has been reviewed and approved by the Morris Township Police Department for a term expiring December 31, 2018 to AJACO Towing Inc., 1029 Edwards Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054 ; and
WHEREAS, the above towing and storage company is hereby licensed to conduct Vehicle Towing and Storage for the Township of Morris, provided such business shall conform to the Rules and Regulations of Chapter 460, an Ordinance of the Township of Morris, County of Morris, State of New Jersey and that this license is not transferable and must be surrendered to the Clerk’s Office or its Authorized Agent upon demand.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Governing Body of the Township of Morris authorizes the issuance of Towing and Storage licenses for term expiring December 31, 2018 to the above stated companies.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that each of the above stated companies shall submit an updated insurance policy on a yearly basis to the Office of Ilene Ruggiero.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 157-18 AUTHORIZING RETURN OF MONIES REMAINING IN CLIENT’S ESCROW ACCOUNTS – E-12-56-808-957, E-12-56-808-618, E-12-56-808-790
WHEREAS, the following escrow accounts have completed the Planning Board / Board of Adjustment applications process, and
WHEREAS, the Township Engineer has certified these escrow accounts may now be released, and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Township Committee that the following escrow account(s) be closed and the balance of all monies returned to the applicant(s).
Name Balance Escrow Account # H’Y2 Mt. Kemble, LLC $4,934.57 E-12-56-808-957 Verizon Wireless $1,130.03 E-12-56-808-618 Verizon Wireless $3,345.20 E-12-56-808-790
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 158-18 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS APPROVING AN EMERGENCY WATER SUPPLY AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SOUTHEAST MORRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITIES AUTHORITY AND THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
WHEREAS, the Township of Morris is one of four (4) creating municipalities (“Creating Municipalities”) of the Authority; and
WHEREAS, the Service Agreement between the Authority and its Creating Municipalities dated January 20, 1977 (the “Service Agreement”) prohibits the Authority from supplying water directly or indirectly outside the District of the Authority without the consent of the Creating Municipalities (except for certain properties previously service d by the Town of Morristown prior to creation of the Authority); and
WHEREAS, the Township of Morris has received a request from the Authority for consent to a certain Emergency Water Supply Agreement between SMCMUA and the Borough of Madison, a copy of which is annexed hereto as Exhibit “A: (the Madison Agreement”), and a letter from Laura Cummings, Executive Director/Chief Engineer of the SMCMUA, a copy of which is annexed hereto as Exhibit ”B”; and
WHEREAS, the Madison Agreement provides for the mutual exchange of water by the SMCMUA and Madison in emergency situations subject to certain conditions and limitations set forth in the Madison Agreement; and; and
WHEREAS, water supplied to Madison under the Madison Agreement will be used to supply and distribute water for emergency purposes to customers located in Madison, which is outside the District of SMCMUA; and
WHEREAS, the Madison agreement is contingent upon obtaining the consent of SMCMUA’s creating municipalities; and
WHEREAS, it appears that the proposed Madison Agreement will: 1) provide water for use by SMCMUA within the District in emergency situations and is therefore in the best interest of SMCMUA’s Water System, and 2) will serve to promote the public good without adverse impact on customers within the District.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that consent is hereby given to the Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority, pursuant to Section 204B of the Service Contract, for the provision of water to the Borough of Madison for emergency purposes outside the District as set forth in the proposed Madison Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, and that a certified copy of this resolution shall be transmitted to Laura Cummings, Executive Director/Chief Engineer of SMCMUA and to the Creating Municipalities: Borough of Morris Plains, Town of Morristown, Township of Hanover.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 159-18 AUTHORIZING AWARD OF THE 2018 CRACK SEAL PROGRAM THROUGH THE MORRIS COUNTY COOPERATIVE PRICING COUNCIL, CONTRACT NO. 6, ROAD RESURFACING, TO MICRO PAVE SYSTEMS INC, PO BOX 207, ROSELAND, NJ 07068 IN AN AMOUNT NTE $89,957
WHEREAS, the Township of Morris wishes to proceed with the 2018 Crack Sealing Program through the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, Contract No. 6, awarded to Micro Pave Systems Inc., PO Box 207, Roseland, NJ 07068, and
WHEREAS, a Certificate of Availability of Funds has been provided to the Township Clerk by the Chief Financial Officer, certifying that funds for said contract are available in General Capital Line No. G-04-55-817-301 in the amount of $89,957.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee, Township of Morris, State of New Jersey, that a contract be awarded to Micro Pave Systems Inc. for the 2018 Crack Sealing Program at a unit price of $0.497/LF, for the total amount not to exceed $89,957.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 160-18 AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF ONE 2018 FORD UTILITY POLICE INTERCEPTOR SUV – POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR A TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED $26,423.80 AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION 143-18
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 143-18, adopted on June 20, 2018 is hereby rescinded; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Morris wishes to purchase a Ford Utility Police Interceptor vehicle for use by the Police Department, and
WHEREAS, the above item is available through State Contract No. 88728 from Winner Ford, and
WHEREAS, the Director of Finance has certified that funds are available in Purchase of Police Cars, line no. 8-01-25-241-268 in the amount of $26,423.80.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee, Township of Morris, State of New Jersey, that a contract be awarded to Winner Ford for the purchase of a 2018 Ford Utility Police Interceptors at a cost not to exceed $$26,423.80.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 161-18 AUTHORIZING AWARD OF THE 2018 ROAD OVERLAY PROGRAM THROUGH THE MORRIS COUNTY COOPERATIVE PRICING COUNCIL, CONTRACT NO. 6, ROAD RESURFACING, TO TILCON NEW YORK, INC., 625 MOUNT HOPE ROAD, WHARTON, NJ 07885 IN AN AMOUNT NTE $907,928.06
WHEREAS, the Township of Morris wishes to proceed with the 2018 Road Overlay Program through the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, Contract No. 6, awarded to Tilcon New York Inc., 825 Mount Hope Road, Wharton, NJ 07885, and
WHEREAS, a Certificate of Availability of Funds has been provided to the Township Clerk by the Chief Financial Officer, certifying that funds for said contract are available as follows:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee, Township of Morris, State of New Jersey, that a contract be awarded to Tilcon New York Inc. for the 2018 Road Overlay Program in accordance with the unit prices of the contract in the amount not to exceed $907,928.06
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 162-18-AUTHORIZING ENTRY INTO A LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO STATE CONTRACT A51464 FOR SAVIN MODEL NO. 3555 COPIER
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey has offered pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:121-12, a lease of the above referenced photocopy machine from Atlantic Tomorrow’s Office to local contracting units, and
WHEREAS, the Township of Morris has need for a photocopy machine for use in the Department of Public Works, and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has filed a Certificate of Availability of Funds indicating that funds are available in A&E Line No. 8-01-20-100-339 in the amount of $900.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township of Morris, in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey, they being the Governing Body of said Township as follows:
1. The Mayor and Township Clerk be and they are hereby authorized to enter into a lease agreement with Atlantic Tomorrow’s Office, 134 West 26th Street, New York, NY 10001-6803, at a monthly cost of $225 for 60 months, following approval of the same by the Township Attorney.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 163-18 AUTHORIZING CHARGE ORDER NO. 1 TO ROCHELLE CONTRACTING CO., INC. FOR CONTRACT NO. QPA-7-2017 – CORNINE FIELD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT – AWARDED DECEMBER 19, 2017 – INCREASE AMOUNT $15,280; TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED $2,468,080
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 264-17 was adopted by the Township Committee at a meeting held on December 19, 2017 awarding a contract to Rochelle Contracting Co. Inc. for Contract No. QPA-7- 2017 Cornine Field Improvements Project in the amount of $2,452,800; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that certain changes and modifications are needed, and
WHEREAS, Matthew R. Smith, LLA, Landscape Architect, has provided documentation indicating the need for this change order, as outlined in a letter dated July 16, 2018, which shall be made a part of this resolution, and
WHEREAS, Change Order No. 1 increases the amount of the contract by $15,280 which is 0.62% over the original contract award, and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has certified that funds are available in General Capital Line No. G-04-55-802-006.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Morris hereby authorizes Change Order No. 1 to this contract in the amount of $15,280 for a total not to exceed $2,468,080.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
RESOLUTION NO. 164-18 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS, COUNTY OF MORRIS, NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING THE PLANNING BOARD TO INVESTIGATE WHETHER PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS BLOCK 8409, LOTS 1 AND 26, ON THE TAX MAP OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, SHOULD BE DESIGNATED AS A NON- CONDEMNATION AREA IN NEED OF REDEVELOPMENT PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING LAW, N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-1. ET. SEQ.
WHEREAS, the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-1, et seq., as amended (the “Redevelopment Law”), authorizes Municipalities to determine whether certain parcels of land in the Municipality constitute areas in need of redevelopment; and
WHEREAS, to determine whether certain parcels of land constitute an area in need of redevelopment, under the Redevelopment Law the Township Committee (the “Township Committee”) of the Township of Morris (“the Township”) must authorize the Planning Board to conduct a preliminary investigation of the area and make recommendations to the Township Committee; and
WHEREAS, the Township Committee hereby requests that the Planning Board conduct a preliminary investigation with respect to property commonly known as Block 8409, Lots 1 and 26, on the tax map of the Township of Morris, State of New Jersey (the “Study Area”), to determine whether the Study Area meets the criteria set forth in the Redevelopment Law, specifically N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-5, and should be designated as an area in need of redevelopment; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Morris, Morris County, New Jersey as follows:
1. The foregoing recitals are incorporated herein as if set forth in full.
2. The Planning Board is hereby authorized and directed to conduct an investigation pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-6 to determine whether the Study Area satisfies the criteria set forth in N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-5 to be designated as a non-condemnation area in need of redevelopment, which designation would permit the Township to utilize all of the redevelopment powers, except for Eminent Domain.
3. As part of its investigation, the Planning Board shall prepare maps showing the boundaries of the Study Area and the location of the parcels contained therein, and appended thereto shall be a statement setting forth the basis of the investigation.
4. The Planning Board shall conduct a public hearing in accordance with the Redevelopment Law, specifically N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-6, after giving due notice of the proposed boundary of the Study Area, the date of the hearing for the purpose of having persons who are interested in or would be affected by a determination that the
Study Area is an area in need of redevelopment. The notice of the hearing shall specifically state that the redevelopment area determination would not authorize the Township or Township Committee to exercise the power of Eminent Domain to acquire any property in the delineated area, for the Study Area is being investigated as a possible Non-Condemnation Redevelopment Area.
5. At the public hearing, the Planning Board shall hear from all persons who are interested in or would be affected by a determination that the Study Area is a redevelopment area. All objections to a determination that the Study Area is an area in need of redevelopment and evidence in support of those objections shall be received and considered by the Planning Board and made part of the public record.
6. After conducting its investigation, preparing a map of the Study area, and conducting a public hearing at which all objections to the designations are received and considered, the Planning Board shall make recommendations to the Township Committee as to whether the Township Committee should designate all or some of the Study Area as an area in need of redevelopment pursuant to the Redevelopment Law.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES YES MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
Mayor Mancuso introduced is son Father Kenneth in the audience.
Requested and approved - Mr. Arvanites was excused from the remainder of this meeting at 7:48 P.M.
Committeewoman Wilson stated the following: Requested and was approved by the Committee the posting on the Township's website and Facebook page videos of the Awards and Presentations that frequently occur at the beginning of the Township Committee meetings.
Mayor Mancuso, in accordance with standard procedure, opened the meeting for comments by the general public. The name, address and summary of comments and responses, as appropriate, follows:
Ms. Diane Freeman- 10 Brigade Road – Referred to summons she has received in reference to running a business in a residential zone and feeding wild cats. Mr. Mills advised the Committee that Ms. Freeman has a court date and advised the Committee not to respond to Ms. Freemen.
Mr. Lee Goldberg – 10 Arrowhead Road – Inquired about Resolution Number 164-18 in reference 355 Madison, and if this was the Abbey property. Ans. Mr. Mills - Yes, this is the Abbey property and that this resolution is a referral to the Planning Board. Asked about the July 26, 2018 special meeting. Ans. Mr. Quinn stated that this special meeting is in reference to problem trees in the area known as the “Green Strip,” located East Lake Boulevard and Burnham Parkway and that no formal action will be taken, but due to the fact that there will be three (3) members of the Committee attending this meeting notice was required to be made. Noted that no action will be taken at this “Special meeting.”; Asked about the “Quiet Zone” resolution. Ans. This action is part of the approvals of the Honeywell property development; is there an update on the Twin Oaks Tennis Court? Ans. Goes to the Planning Board; why is there a garbage truck on the Colgate property? Ans. It is there due to the fact that people were dumping on the property. Did the Sister of Charity concept plan get approved? Ans. The reason for the Court order return was due to the Sisters of Charity concept plan. the Court required the Sister to submit a development plan and that the Township will be meeting tomorrow with the developer. Questioned that The Township has a Court date in August with the Court and will the date be published? Ans. There will be phone conference with the court. Does the EDAC have any new companies in mind to bring to the Township as surrounding towns have done? Ans. No.
Mr. George Quillan – 7 Bishop Court-The “quiet Zone” indicates two (2) crossings why? Ans. Noted that the 2nd crossing owned by the Morris County Country Club will be abandoned. Requested a fence. Ans. This property is not under the jurisdiction of the Township.
Ms. Gail Lowry-Davis – 18 Cory Road – Thanked the Committee for the tennis court improvements, but that the playground needs work. Other playground in the Township are being maintained and why is the progress for the Collinsville Playground improvements taking so long? Ans. The installation of playground equipment requires that the placement of equipment is reviewed by an engineer. Once reviewed there will be a presentation; Tucker Field trees that have fallen have not been removed. Ans. Will advise the Parks and Recreation Director of the situation.
CONSENT CALENDAR AND RECEIVED FOR THE RECORD
At this time the Township Clerk presented the Consent Calendar as hereinafter set forth.
On resolution duly offered, seconded, and adopted by the roll call as indicated (exceptions, if any, noted thusly*), the Consent Calendar was adopted and thereby the Governing Body took the following actions:
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Accepts with regret the resignation of Alan Johnson from the Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority with a term expiring February 1, 2023 and the Whippany River Action Committee with a term expiring December 31, 2018.
2. Accepts with regret the resignation of Louise Johnson from the Board of Adjustment, Alternate No. 1 with a term expiring December 31, 2018, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, with a term expiring December 31, 2019 and the Swim Pool Advisory term expiring December 2018.
3. Approved the membership application of Levi Y. Scheiner as a volunteer member of the Morris Township Fire Department as per memo from Fire Chief Jesse T. Kaar, Dated June 18, 2018. Firefighter Scheiner will become a member of the Hillside Fire Company.
4. Approved the membership application of Michael A. Ronquillo as a volunteer member of the Morris Township Fire Department as per memo from Fire Chief Jesse T. Kaar, Dated June 27, 2018. Firefighter Ronquillo will become a member of the Woodland Fire Company.
5. Approved the membership application of Declan A. Burke as a volunteer member of the Morris Township Fire Department as per memo from Fire Chief Jesse T. Kaar, Dated June 27, 2018. Firefighter Burke will become a member of the Woodland Fire Company.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES NOT PRESENT MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS COMMENTS/QUESTIONS
At this time Mayor Mancuso called upon the Members of the Township Committee for comments which are summarized as follows:
MR. ARVANTIES – Not present.
MRS. WILSON- Thanked the Committee for agreeing to the videoing of presentation and awards; the Committee office hours has been well received by residents. Noted that the office hours are held on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. That the time of the Office hours should be advertised on the Township website on the Friday before the meeting and requested Tuesday as a last minute reminder; was happy to see that the Messenger that was sent out on Friday announcing the presentation of JCP&L; inquired as to how long the Collinsville playground from plans to installation will be done. Ans. Has to go out to bid which is about a month from advertising for bidders and award of bid and would anticipate Fall installation; paid a visit to the Township garden and it is beautiful and is a great resource. Noted the resignation of Louise Johnson and stated that Mrs. Johnson performed a tremendous service to the Township and she gave her best to our community.
MR. NUNN – No comment.
MR. SISLER – Congratulated the following volunteers on the Morris Township Fire Department that have been approved in the Consent Calendar: Firefighter Scheiner, Firefighter Ronquillo, and Firefighter Burke. Appreciates all the Volunteers in the Township of Morris, particularly the Volunteer members of the Fire Department. Noted that if the Township did not have these volunteer Firefighters the Township would have to hire firefighters.
MAYOR MANCUSO – Announced that the New Jersey Department of Transportation will be setting up a meeting date for the intersections of Columbia Turnpike and Park Avenue and will update the public when the date has been confirmed.
MONTHLY REPORTS
On motion duly made, seconded and unanimously carried, the following internal operational monthly reports as indicated were received, approved (by the vote as hereinafter indicated) and placed on file in the Office of the Township Clerk, to be retained in accordance with the specific detail of the current record retention schedule promulgated by the New Jersey Bureau of Archives:
THE FOLLOWING REPORTS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE, 2018 ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK AND TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATOR: TAX COLLECTOR; FINANCE ; POLICE; JOINT COURT; JOINT LIBRARY; FIRE
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES NOT PRESENT MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
CLAIMS FOR PAYMENT - LIST OF BILLS AND VOUCHERS
Minute Book Attachment #1 (MBA #1) dated June 20, 2018 in the amount of $ 9,706,700.54.
The Resolution as hereinafter set forth was duly offered, seconded, and adopted by the vote as hereinafter indicated:
WHEREAS, the Treasurer of the Township of Morris has prepared and has approved for payment the list of Vouchers attached to and hereby made a part hereof as Schedule A.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Mayor and Township Committee of the Township of Morris that the proper officers of the Township of Morris be and are hereby authorized and directed to draw checks of the Township of Morris for a total of $ 9,706,700.54 for payment of the itemized Vouchers set forth on Schedule A, referenced as Minute Book Attachment No. 1, all of which have been approved by the several committees of the Township of Morris, and which are hereby made a part of the minutes of this meeting.
ROLL CALL: MR. ARVANITES NOT PRESENT MR. SISLER YES MR. NUNN YES MRS. WILSON YES MAYOR. MANCUSO YES
CALL TO ADJOURNMENT
At 8:10 PM, with no further business to be considered, on motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted, the July 18, 2018 meeting was adjourned, next to convene on August 15, 2018 - Regular Meeting 5:00 PM (closed) to 7:00 PM (Regular), in the Municipal Building, 50 Woodland Avenue, Township of Morris.
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