City Council

The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hackensack was held at City Hall, 65 Central Avenue, Hackensack, New Jersey, on Monday, July 19th, 2004 at 8:00 P.M. Mayor Zisa called the meeting to order and asked everyone to stand for the flag salute. The Mayor then asked Mrs. Heck to call the roll. Present – Mayor John F. Zisa, Deputy Mayor Roger B. Mattei, Councilmen Mark A. Stein, and Jesus R. Galvis, City Clerk, Debra A. Heck, City Attorney Richard E. Salkin, City Manager James Lacava and Deputy City Manager Peter Capone. Absent – Councilwoman Juanita Trammell. Mrs. Heck: “In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, Laws of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting was provided by sending a notice to The Record and by posting a copy on the Bulletin Board in City Hall.” Mayor Zisa called for a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting held July 6th, 2004. Motion offered by Stein and seconded by Galvis that the minutes be approved as submitted. Carried. RESOLUTION #180 OFFERED BY: MATTEI SECONDED BY: STEIN CAPITAL BUDGET AMENDMENT Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent - Trammell RESOLUTION #181 OFFERED BY: STEIN SECONDED BY: GALVIS INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 4-2004 ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK, IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, PROVIDING FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO JOHNSON PUBLIC LIBRARY, APPROPRIATING $400,000 THEREFOR, AND AUTHORIZING #380,000 IN BONDS OR NOTES OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK TO FINANCE THE SAME. BE IT RESOLVED that the above ordinance, being Ordinance No. 4-2004 as introduced, does now pass on first reading and that said Ordinance shall be considered for final passage at a meeting to be held August 2nd, 2004 or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached at the regular meeting place of the City Council and at such time and place all persons interested be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said Ordinance and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to publish said Ordinance according to law with a notice of its introduction and passage on first reading and of the time and place when and where said Ordinance will be further considered for final passage. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #182 OFFERED BY: MATTEI SECONDED BY: GALVIS INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 5-2004 ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK, IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, PROVIDING FOR VARIOUS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE CITY OF HACKENSACK AND APPROPRIATING $698,250, THEREFOR, AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $665,000 IN GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS OR NOTES OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK TO FINANCE THE SAME. BE IT RESOLVED that the above ordinance, being Ordinance No. 5-2004 as introduced, does now pass on first reading and that said Ordinance shall be considered for final passage at a meeting to be held August 2nd, 2004 or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached at the regular meeting place of the City Council and at such time and place all persons interested be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said Ordinance and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to publish said Ordinance according to law with a notice of its introduction and passage on first reading and of the time and place when and where said Ordinance will be further considered for final passage. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #183 OFFERED BY: STEIN SECONDED BY: GALVIS INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 6-2004 ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, PROVIDING FOR VARIOUS ROAD AND SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS AND RELATED EXPENSES IN AND FOR THE CITY OF HACKENSACK AND APPROPRIATING $330,000 (INCLUDING A $150,000 GRANT EXPECTED TO BE RECEIVED BY THE CITY) THEREFOR AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $314,000 IN BONDS OR NOTES OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK TO FINANCE THE SAME. BE IT RESOLVED that the above ordinance, being Ordinance No. 6-2004 as introduced, does now pass on first reading and that said Ordinance shall be considered for final passage at a meeting to be held August 2nd, 2004 or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached at the regular meeting place of the City Council and at such time and place all persons interested be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said Ordinance and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to publish said Ordinance according to law with a notice of its introduction and passage on first reading and of the time and place when and where said Ordinance will be further considered for final passage. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #184 OFFERED BY: MATTEI SECONDED BY: STEIN INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 7-2004 ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF PEDESTRIAN SAFETY ZONES AND RELATED EXPENSES IN AND FOR THE CITY OF HACKENSACK AND APPROPRIATING $250,000 (INCLUDING A $150,000 GRANT EXPECTED TO BE RECEIVED BY THE CITY) THEREFOR AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $238,000 IN BONDS OR NOTES OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK TO FINANCE THE SAME. BE IT RESOLVED that the above ordinance, being Ordinance No. 7-2004 as introduced, does now pass on first reading and that said Ordinance shall be considered for final passage at a meeting to be held August 2nd, 2004 or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached at the regular meeting place of the City Council and at such time and place all persons interested be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said Ordinance and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to publish said Ordinance according to law with a notice of its introduction and passage on first reading and of the time and place when and where said Ordinance will be further considered for final passage. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent - Trammell RESOLUTION #185 OFFERED BY: STEIN SECONDED BY: GALVIS BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that the proper officers be and are hereby authorized to make the following refunds for the reason stated: AMOUNT BLOCK LOT NAME YEAR REASON $1,404.00 558 15 Washington Mutual 2003 ERR PMT 917.00 214 16,C0027 Emigrant Mortgage Company 2004 “ “ 2,344.70 445 36 Washington Mutual Home Loans 2003 “ “ 2,256.00 445 36 “ “ “ “ 2004 “ “ $80.00 refund to Victoria Taylor, 307 Prospect Avenue, Apt. 16A, for Summer trips. $40.00 refund to Nancy Alexander, 64 Elm Avenue, for Summer trips. $460.00 refund to Nathan Sweeting, 468 Colonial Terrace, for Summer Playground Program. Child will not be attending. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent - Trammell RESOLUTION #186 OFFERED BY: GALVIS SECONDED BY: STEIN WHEREAS, the governing body of the City of Hackensack has been advised that an emergency affecting the safety and welfare of the citizens of the City of Hackensack and the general public when a catch basin collapsed on the corner of Holt and Pink Streets and a stormwater pipe collapsed in Pulaski Park; and WHEREAS, the Director of Operations of the City of Hackensack furnished the City Manager with a report setting forth the circumstances regarding the emergency; and WHEREAS, the governing body is satisfied that an emergency did exist and that immediate action was necessary to restore the emergency repairs to full operation; and WHEREAS, the cost of the repairs was $6,500.00, which was a fair and reasonable quotation; and WHEREAS, The Chief Financial Officer has certified that funds are available in Account #4-10-530-2040. Purchase Order #140303; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-6, which authorizes the governing body to award contracts without benefit of public bidding in emergency situations, and the vendor, Kaycon General Contracting, 75A Voorhees Lane, Hackensack, New Jersey 07601, be paid therefore. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #187 OFFERED BY: MATTEI SECONDED BY: STEIN WHEREAS, on March 15, 2004 the Mayor and City Council of the City of Hackensack awarded emergency Resolution Number 71 for the complete refurbishing of the fire ladder truck; and WHEREAS, while doing the repairs it was determined that an additional $24,568.50 in repair costs was necessary to repair this vehicle to meet required test; and WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has certified that funds are available in account number 4-10-302-272, Purchase Order Number 140296; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Council of the City of Hackensack that pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-6 which authorizes the governing body to award without benefit of public bidding in emergency situations and the vendor, Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Inc., 105 East 12th Street, Clintonville, WI 54929-1590 be paid therefore. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent - Trammell RESOLUTION #188 OFFERED BY: STEIN SECONDED BY: MATTEI BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that the following organization be granted permission to conduct a Raffle in accordance with the application on file in the office of the City Clerk: RA:1738 – Lodi Moose Lodge #1971 Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #189 OFFERED BY: GALVIS SECONDED BY: STEIN BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that Louis J. Garbaccio be and is hereby appointed as a member of the Bergen County Community Development Committee on behalf of the Mayor and City Council for a one year term, effective July 1, 2004 through June 30, 2005; and BE IT FURTHER RRESOLVED that John Flannigan be and is hereby appointed to serve as his alternate during the one year term. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent - Trammell RESOLUTION #190 OFFERED BY: MATTEI SECONDED BY: GALVIS WHEREAS, Michael J. Mordaga, Police Inspector, is requesting an additional twelve (12) month leave of absence, without pay, to serve as Chief of Detectives for the Bergen County Prosecutor’s office; and WHEREAS, James S. Lacava, City Manager, has determined that this employee be granted a twelve month Leave of Absence, as requested, effective August 1, 2004 and terminating July 31, 2005. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack, that Michael J. Mordaga, Police Inspector, be granted a twelve (12) month leave of absence, without pay, as requested; and  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the employee's pension system by the Chief Financial Officer. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent - Trammell RESOLUTION #191 OFFERED BY: STEIN SECONDED BY: GALVIS WHEREAS, N.J.S. 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 was not determined at the time of the adoption of the budget; and WHEREAS, the Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for the equal amount; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Council of the City of Hackensack in the County of Bergen, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2004 in the sum of $48,188.29, which is now available as a revenue from State of New Jersey Department of Agriculture. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the additional like sum of $48,188.29 is hereby appropriated under the caption Summer Lunch Program; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the above is a result of additional funding of a State grant of $48,188.29 from the State of New Jersey, Department of Agriculture. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #192 OFFERED BY: STEIN SECONDED BY: MATTEI WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Transportation, Discretionary Aid Program, provides grants to municipal governments for transportation projects directly approved by the Commissioner of Transportation; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack desire to further the public interest by supporting the City of Hackensack’s grant of $1,000,000 from the State Department of Transportation to fund the following project: Hackensack Riverwalk/Bikeway. NOW, THEREFORE, the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack resolve that the Mayor or the successor to the office is hereby authorized to: (a) Support the grant application prepared by the City of Hackensack. (b) Provide additional application information and furnish such documents as may be required by NJDOT guidelines. WHEREAS, the State shall determine if the application is complete and in conformance with the scope and intent of the NJDOT Local Municipal Aid Program, and notify the applicant of the amount of the funding award; and WHEREAS, the applicant is willing to use the State’s funds in accordance with such rules, regulations and applicable statutes, and is willing to enter into an agreement with the State for the above named project;  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack 1. That the Mayor of the above named governing body is hereby authorized to execute support to the City of Hackensack with the State known as Hackensack Riverwalk/Bikeway Project. 2. That this resolution shall take effect immediately. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #193 OFFERED BY: GALVIS SECONDED BY: STEIN WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Transportation, Municipal Aid Program, provides grants to municipal governments for transportation projects directly approved by the Commissioner of Transportation; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack desire to further the public interest by supporting the City of Hackensack’s grant of $150,000 from the State Department of Transportation to fund the following project: Spring Valley Avenue Improvement. NOW, THEREFORE, the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack resolve that the Mayor or the successor to the office is hereby authorized to: (a) Support the grant application prepared by the City of Hackensack. (b) Provide additional application information and furnish such documents as may be required by NJDOT guidelines. WHEREAS, the State shall determine if the application is complete and in conformance with the scope and intent of the NJDOT Local Municipal Aid Program, and notify the applicant of the amount of the funding award; and WHEREAS, the applicant is willing to use the State’s funds in accordance with such rules, regulations and applicable statutes, and is willing to enter into an agreement with the State for the above named project; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack 1. That the Mayor of the above named governing body is hereby authorized to execute support to the City of Hackensack with the State known as Spring Valley Avenue Improvement Project. 2. That this resolution shall take effect immediately. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #194 OFFERED BY: MATTEI SECONDED BY: GALVIS WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Transportation , Bikeway Program, provides grants to municipal governments for transportation projects directly approved by the Commissioner of Transportation; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack desire to further the public interest by supporting the City of Hackensack’s grant of $1,000,000 from the State Department of Transportation to fund the following project: Main Street Streetscape Improvement. NOW, THEREFORE, the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack resolve that the Mayor or the successor to the office is hereby authorized to: (a) Support the grant application prepared by the City of Hackensack. (b) Provide additional application information and furnish such documents as may be required by NJDOT guidelines. WHEREAS, the State shall determine if the application is complete and in conformance with the scope and intent of the NJDOT Local Municipal Aid Program, and notify the applicant of the amount of the funding award; and WHEREAS, the applicant is willing to use the State’s funds in accordance with such rules, regulations and applicable statutes, and is willing to enter into an agreement with the State for the above named project; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack 1. That the Mayor of the above named governing body is hereby authorized to execute support to the City of Hackensack with the State known as Main Street Streetscape Improvement Project. 2.That this resolution shall take effect immediately. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent - Trammell RESOLUTION #195 OFFERED BY: STEIN SECONDED BY: GALVIS WHEREAS, Conversent has entered into a Joint Use License Agreement with Verizon New Jersey, Inc., allowing Conversent to place its equipment and facilities on utility poles, in conduit and in right of way controlled by Verizon, subject to the requirement that Conversent obtain any necessary authorization from the City for construction, operation and maintenance of Conversent’s equipment in Verizon’s locations; and WHEREAS, Conversent has requested that the City authorize Conversent to enter onto its public right of way, along certain sections of, State Street, Mercer Street and Banta Place, as more particularly shown on Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part of hereof, for the purpose of constructing one (1) new conduit and placing fiber optic cable within the newly constructed conduit and in existing Verizon conduit; and WHEREAS, the installation of this fiber optic cable in the right of way requires the consent of the City pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:17-10; and WHEREAS, Conversent desires to obtain consent and permission from the City to perform its construction work; WHEREAS, the City desires to grant its permission and consent to Conversent to perform its construction work; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the obligations and agreements contained herein and good and valuable considerations, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, Conversent and the City agree as follows: 1. Conversent is authorized upon submitting this resolution, to enter upon the public right of way for the purpose of constructing new conduit, installing fiber in the newly constructed conduit and in existing Verizon conduit, as more particularly described in Exhibit A. 2. Conversent agrees prior to constructing any work, it will contact Director of Public Works for the purpose of determining what, if any, permits are necessary for the purposed work, and the Hackensack Police Department in order to comply with any procedures related to traffic management. 3. conversent agrees that in the event that the City’s property, or any property belonging to third persons is disturbed or damaged, Conversent will replace the property and restore to its condition prior to Conversent’s work on the site. 4. Conversent shall provide the City with a certificate of liability insurance in the amount of ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000), combined single limit, naming the City, its council members, and its officers, agents and employees as additional insured. The insurance certificate shall provide that the City will be notified not less than 30 days prior to cancellation or modification of the insurance. 5. Conversent agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, its council members and officers from any claims, damages, liabilities, fines, charges, penalties, administrative and judicial proceeding and orders, judgments, remedial actions of any kind, all costs and cleanup actions of any kind, and all costs and expenses therewith, including reasonable attorney fees and costs of defense to the extent arising of Conversent’s work undertaken pursuant to this resolution. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #196 OFFERED BY: MATTEI SECONDED BY: GALVIS BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that the bills in the following accounts be and are hereby ordered paid: Current Account $1,916,233.75 Capital Account 153,096.28 Public Parking System Account 7,329.01 Trust Account 3,600.00 State Unemployment Insurance 10,560.00  Payroll Agency Account 117,568.51 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that said bills are on file as a public record in the office of the Chief Financial Officer. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #197 OFFERED BY: STEIN SECONDED BY: GALVIS WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack has received funds from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the FY 2004 Safe Streets to Schools Program, Berry Street School Pedestrian Safety in the City of Hackensack; and WHEREAS, the Agreement executed between the City of Hackensack and the New Jersey Department of Transportation set a date of November 18, 2004 for the award of a contract for this work; and WHEREAS, due to unresolved issues with the Board of Education concerning this project, the City of Hackensack will be unable to complete the plans and specifications for the project prior to the deadline; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack, County of Bergen, State of New Jersey, that they hereby request from the New Jersey Department of Transportation an extension of time for award of a contract on said project to July 31, 2005. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent – Trammell RESOLUTION #198 OFFERED BY: MATTEI SECONDED BY: STEIN WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Transportation, Transportation Enhancement Program, grants to municipal and county governments assistance in the development of any projects related to surface transportation. WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack desires to obtain $100,000 in additional funds for the Safe Streets to Schools Program, Berry Street School Pedestrian Safety; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Hackensack: That the City of Hackensack hereby authorizes the application for such a grant and upon receipt of the grant agreement from the New Jersey Department of Transportation, Transportation Enhancement Program, authorizes the execution of the grant agreement; Upon receipt of the fully executed agreement from the State, further authorizes the expenditure of funds pursuant to the terms of said agreement between the City of Hackensack and the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the Safe Streets to Schools Program; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the application and agreement and any other documents necessary in connection therewith. Roll Call: Ayes – Mattei, Galvis, Stein, Zisa Absent - Trammell RESOLUTION #199 OFFERED BY: STEIN SECONDED BY: GALVIS WHEREAS, City Manager, James S. Lacava, has announced his retirement effective July 31st, 2004, capping a career of 34 years of dedicated service to the people of the City of Hackensack; and WHEREAS, tonight, July 19th, 2004, marks the final meeting of the Hackensack City Council that James S. Lacava will be attending in his capacity as City Manager; and WHEREAS, under such circumstances, the Mayor and City Council deem it appropriate to mark this occasion by the approval of a formal resolution expressing the acknowledgment, gratitude, and respect for James S. Lacava and thereby noting this significant occasion in the permanent annals of the City of Hackensack; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Hackensack City Council that on behalf of all of the people of the City of Hackensack, the following sentiment is expressed: “WELL DONE MR. LACAVA. THANK YOU.” ______________________________ MAYOR JOHN F. ZISA _____________________________ ______________________________ DEPUTY MAYOR JESUS R. GALVIS COUNCILWOMAN JUANITA TRAMMELL ____________________________________ ________________________ COUNCILMAN ROGER B. MATTEI COUNCILMAN MARK A. STEIN Mrs. Heck advised the Mayor that the docket was completed. The Mayor thanked her and congratulated Mr. Lacava on his many years of employment with the City. Mr. Lacava expressed his gratitude to the Mayor and Council for his appointment as manager and stated how much he had enjoyed working with everyone. The Mayor announced that a retirement dinner will be held for Mr. Lacava on July 29, 2004 and that information regarding same is available in the Clerk’s office. Councilman Stein, Councilman Mattei and Deputy Mayor Galvis also conveyed their thanks to Mr. Lacava for his many years of service. Councilman Stein also announced that tomorrow evening the first summer concert would be held in Foschini Park and also that Shakespeare in the Park will continue and that schedules of performances are available in the Clerk’s office. The Mayor also congratulated all who were involved with the Colombian Day celebration and the Deputy Mayor also expressed his congratulations and thanks. The Mayor opened the meeting to the public for discussion of City business. Mr. Ernie Keahey was present representing Post 55 of the American Legion to request that the City consider passing a resolution in support of a state sponsored financial aid program for military reservists and national guard members deployed in the global war on terror. He also thanked Mr. Lacava for his service to the City. Eric Martindale, 100 Second Street, congratulated Mr. Lacava and thanked the City for continuing with the Main Street Streetscape and Bikeway project applications. He also spoke about the Essex Street development and the McDonald’s. Mr. Martindale also voiced his disappointment that wetlands had been disturbed during the Johnson Park renovations. Mr. Tom LoCicero, owner of All Points Towing, 314 Second Street, stated that he had sent a letter advising the City of his intention to tow for the Police Department. He said that although he has met all requirements he has not been approved. Mr. Salkin will review this situation. Ted Dunn, 599 Summit Avenue, raised questions with reference to redevelopment areas and the processes governing same. Arlene Schatz, 137 Liberty Street, stated that it is her opinion that other areas in Hackensack are in need of redevelopment more than Essex Street. Philip Roberts, 17 Lodi Street, congratulated Mr. Lacava on his retirement and stated that he would like to know how much debt the City presently has. He was advised that the budget is available for public inspection. Coura Gaye Sow, 691 Linden Avenue, Teaneck, stated that she is the owner of property at 137 Essex Street and wanted to know what her options are concerning same. Mr. Salkin stated that she should confer with a private attorney regarding her questions. Kathleen Salvo, 184 Hudson Street, congratulated Mr. Lacava and voiced her concerns with reference to various properties which are off of the City tax rolls. Freddy Jones, 183 Willow Avenue, congratulated Mr. Lacava. Frank Campbell, 111 Catalpa Avenue, asked questions with reference to property located at Newman and Essex Streets. Mr. Campbell also inquired if a program could be instituted whereby when a property owner pays his taxes he signs his tax bill to certify that the property is being used for single family, two family, etc. The Mayor stated that he likes the idea but doesn’t know the legality of it. Mr. Campbell also brought a sample of the railroad filler that he has been speaking about but stated that trains can only reach speeds of 15 miles per hour when the filler is utilized.  Pierre Gaillard, 260 Standish Avenue, asked questions with reference to a Boys and Girls Club and the Mayor stated that Mr. Reilly had been working on this project with reference to funding, etc., however, this is a private corporation, not one which is sponsored by towns. Mr. Gaillard also questioned whether anyone attends TEAC meetings at Teterboro Airport and the Mayor indicated that we do have representatives, however, Mr. Gaillard is also welcome to attend. Larry Riley congratulated Mr. Lacava and stated that people are being misinformed about the Boys and Girls Club. He stated that there are not plans to bus in children from other towns, this would only be for City children. As no one else wished to be heard, a motion was made by Councilman Mattei and seconded by Councilman Stein that the meeting be adjourned. (Carried 9:55 p.m.) __________________________ MAYOR JOHN F. ZISA ____________________________ _ DEPUTY MAYOR JESUS R. GALVIS ____________________________ COUNCILWOMAN JUANITA TRAMMELL ___________________________ _ COUNCILMAN ROGER B. MATTEI ___________________________ COUNCILMAN MARK A. STEIN ATTEST:_______________________ CITY CLERK