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Click Here & Upgrade Expanded Features PDF Unlimited Pages Documents Complete February 16, 2010 Keyport, New Jersey Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council, Borough of Keyport, held on the above date in the Borough Hall Council Chambers, Keyport, N.J., pursuant to the adoption of the Annual Notice on file with the Borough Clerk, forwarded to the Asbury Park Press, Courier, Independent, Two River Times and Newark Star Ledger and posted on the Bulletin Board in accordance with the Open Public Meeting Act, P.L. 1975, Ch. 231. Mayor Bergen called the meeting to order at 6:31 P.M. Clerk Valerie Heilweil read the Sunshine Law Notice. ROLL CALL On Roll Call the following were present: Councilmembers Bolte, Gross, Sheridan, McPeek, Kovacs, Mayor Bergen. Others present: Mr. Ryback, Borough Attorney and Borough Administrator Ms. Wright. Absent: Councilwoman Sefcik Resolution No. 66-10 CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings Act, P.L. 1975, Chapter 231, permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting in certain circumstances; and WHEREAS, Mayor and Council of the Borough of Keyport are of the opinion that such circumstances presently exist; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body wishes to discuss: • Contract Negotiations – Capt. John Lease NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Governing Body that a meeting of the Mayor and Council shall be held forthwith from which the public shall be excluded in the Council Chambers, Borough Hall, for the purpose of discussing the above-mentioned items. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that discussions on Contract Negotiations be conducted at said Closed Session shall be disclosed when the matters discussed are resolved and this meeting shall continue in approximately 20 minutes. Offered for adoption by Mr. Sheridan, seconded by Mr. McPeek Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gross, Bolte, Sheridan, McPeek, Kovacs Nays: Absent: Councilwoman Sefcik Abstain: Council went into Closed Session at 6:31 P.M. and this meeting was reconvened at 7:13P.M. Mayor Bergen called the meeting to order at 7:13P.M. and the Borough Clerk read the Sunshine Law Notice. The Pledge of Allegiance was said and there was a moment of silence. On Roll Call the following were present: Councilmembers Bolte, Sefcik, Gross, Sheridan, McPeek, Kovacs, Mayor Bergen. Others present: Mr. Ryback, Borough Attorney and Borough Administrator Ms. Wright. Absent: Councilwoman Sefcik APPROVAL OF MINUTES March 31, 2009 – Special December 1, 2009- Regular Offered for adoption by Mr. Sheridan, seconded by Ms. Bolte Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Bolte, Sheridan, Kovacs Nays: Absent Councilwoman Sefcik Abstain: Councilmembers Gross, McPeek  Click Here & Upgrade Expanded Features PDF Unlimited Pages Documents Complete February 16, 2010, page 2 PUBLIC COMMENT PORTION The meeting was opened to the public for comments or questions at 7:16 P.M. moved by Mr. Sheridan, second by Ms. Bolte with ayes by all present Mike Lane, 51 First Street, the request from the Spanish American Club causes First Street to be closed. Would like more talk about long-term plans for events on utilizing Beach Park. Mr. Lane is concerned about keeping Boat Ramp open which is a revenue maker. Mr. Lane asked about the PARIS Grant program and how it will affect availability of Planning Board records. There being no more comments or questions from the public the meeting was reconvened at 7:21 PM CONTINUTATION OF PUBLIC HEARING/ ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE 1. Ordinance #1-10 – Fingerprinting Process for Keyport Fire Department Members The Clerk reads the Ordinance by Title: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3-33.7 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF KEYPORT WITH REGARD TO FINGERPRINTING Motion was made by Mr. Kovacs, second by Mr. Sheridan with ayes by all present to re-open the Hearing to the public for comments or questions at 7:22 P.M. Attorney explained that the law only pertains to paid firefighters. There being no more comments or questions from the public, the hearing was closed at 7:23P.M. Motion to adopt Ordinance made by Mr. Kovacs, second by Mr. Sheridan Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Bolte, Sheridan, Gross, Kovacs, McPeek Nays: Absent: Councilwoman Sefcik Abstain: Motion authorizing the Clerk to publish the Ordinance as adopted moved by Mr. Sheridan, second by Ms. Bolte Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Bolte, Sheridan, Gross, Kovacs, McPeek Nays: Absent: Councilwoman Sefcik Abstain: COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Letter from Lisa Savoia, Supt. of Keyport Public Schools, and flyer announcing Keyport Community Day – Saturday, March 13, 2010 from 10AM-2PM in the Keyport High School Gym Motion to receive file and volunteer moved by Mr. Sheridan, second by Ms. Bolte with ayes by all present. 2. Letter from U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, regarding KIDS DON”T FLOAT. They would like to continue this program by supplying life jackets for children at the Keyport Boat Ramp Division Commander from the Coast Guard explained the Kids Don’t Float program. Does this in Atlantic Highlands – which was the first in the state. Keyport would be third in the state, second in the County. Motion to refer to the Harbor Commission moved by Mr. Kovacs, second by Mr. Sheridan with ayes by all present.  Click Here & Upgrade Expanded Features PDF Unlimited Pages Documents Complete February 16, 2010, page 3 3. Letter of resignation from William B. Ortman as Blood Borne Pathogens compliance officer Mayor asked Council to hold off – may withdraw his resignation. 4. Application for a Raffle License from Raritan Baykeeper, Inc. for off-premise merchandise raffle to be held on April 27, 2010 5. Application for a Raffle License from Raritan Baykeeper, Inc. for an off-premise merchandise raffle to be held on September 28, 2010 Motion to approve moved by Mr. Sheridan, second by Mr. Kovacs with ayes by all present. 6. Letter from Keyport Recreation Committee regarding their Annual Easter Egg Hunt to be held on Saturday, March 27, 2010. Would like to have it at the waterfront park if goose issues are solved if not Cedar Street Park. Motion to approve and leave it to the Recreation Commission to work it out moved by Mr. Kovacs, second by Mr. Sheridan. 7. Application for a Street Opening Permit for Clark Street/Coral Drive from N.J. Natural Gas for the purpose of installing a gas main Motion to refer to Administrator and have engineer look at it. Concerned about the restoration moved by Mr. Sheridan, second by Ms. Bolte with ayes by all present. 8. Application for a Street Opening Permit for 9 Maple Place for the purpose of installing gas service to new construction Motion to approve after Ordinance Moratorium date moved by Mr. Sheridan, second by Mr. Kovacs moved by all present. 9. Letter from Organization for the Unity of the Puerto Ricans of Keyport, NJ, Inc. (aka Spanish American Club) requesting the use of Beach Park on August 14, 2010 from noon to 8PM for their 12th Annual Spanish American Festival. Upon approval they are further requesting the closing of First Street between Church and Broad Motion to approved with discussion on location – refer to Administrator moved by Ms. Bolte, second by Mr. Sheridan with ayes by all present. REPORTS OF DEPARTMENTS 1. Borough Clerk’s Monthly Report for January 2010 2. Tax\Water\Sewer Collector’s Report for January 2010 3. Monthly Report for Building Department for January 2010 4. Property Maintenance Report for January 2010 5. Board of Health Treasurer Report for December 2009 and January 2010 and minutes of the Board of Health Meeting of December 8, 2009 6. Municipal Court’s Monthly Cashbook Report for December 2009 and January 2010 On file in Borough Clerk’s office for review. Motion to receive and file all reports as read, moved by Mr. Sheridan, second by Mr. Kovacs with ayes by all present. COMMITTEE REPORTS Councilman Gross: Police: Mr. Gross read the police report. Councilwoman Sefcik: Health and Recreation: Absent Councilman Bolte: Public Works/Recycling/Property Maintenance: Ms. Bolte reported that prior to the current snowstorm there was an additional $8,000 for expense; there are no number for this last storm. Seven DPW employees worked around the clock for 48 hours. Ms. Bolte will be meeting with the DPW Superintendent to go over the last storm. Mayor commended Public Works for doing such a good job.  Click Here & Upgrade Expanded Features PDF Unlimited Pages Documents Complete February 16, 2010, page 4 Councilman Sheridan: Fire/First Aid/Emergency Services: Mr. Sheridan thanked DPW as well as Fire Department, First Aid and Police. Mr. Sheridan read the Fire Department’s number of calls. Councilman Kovacs: Finance/Grants/Redevelopment: Mr. Kovacs stated that he is working on the 210 budget – holding meetings every Saturday at 11:30 AM Councilman McPeek: Buildings/Grounds/Library: Mr. McPeek met with offices. Had a Finance Committee meeting, met with the Library Director and the Senior Center Director. Mr. McPeek stated that the February 9th Library meeting was canceled due to the lack of quorum. Read the library report. Mr. McPeek also thanked DPW, Police and Fire Departments. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT Ms. Wright reported that she has been pounding through the budget; meeting to discuss each expenditure with department heads for the next two weeks. Mr. Sheridan asked for a better job on getting recycling information on the website. Mr. Kovacs – Warren Street (between Main & Broad) would like parking only on one side permanently instead of just during a snow emergency. ATTORNEY'S REPORT Attorney reported that he handed the shared service agreement to the Administrator. RESOLUTIONS 2. Resolution No. 67-10 Authorizing agreement with the County of Monmouth regarding the PARIS Grant Program 3. Resolution No. 68-10 Payment of Bills PUBLIC COMMENT PORTION The meeting was opened to the public for comments or questions at 7:55 P.M. Frank Mongiello commended the DPW employees for snow cleanup. Mike Lane, lawn and parking lot next to Steam Boat Dock Museum is Borough property. Could be utilized for festivals. There being no more comments or questions from the public the meeting was closed at 7:57 PM APPROVAL OF RESOLUTIONS Motion on the Consent Agenda made by Mr. Sheridan, second by Ms. Bolte Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmembers Gross, Bolte, Sheridan, Kovacs, McPeek Nays: Abstain: Absent: Councilwoman Sefcik ADJOURNMENT Motion on the Consent Agenda made by Mr. Sheridan, second by Mr. McPeek Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmembers Gross, Bolte, Sheridan, Kovacs, McPeek Nays: Abstain: Absent: Councilwoman Sefcik