Mayor & Council
Regular MeetingMadison, NJ · April 23, 2012
Minutes
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
BOROUGH OF MADISON
April 23, 2012 - 7 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Madison was held
on the 23 day of April 2012. Mayor Conley called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. in
the Committee Room of the Hartley Dodge Memorial, Kings Road, in the Borough of
Madison.
STATEMENT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
The Borough Clerk read the statement pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act:
“In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice of this meeting
of the Council was provided by transmitting a copy of the meeting notice to the
Madison Eagle and Morris County Daily Record, posting a copy on the bulletin
board at the main entrance of the Hartley Dodge Memorial, and filing a copy in the
office of the Clerk, all on January 5, 2012. This Notice was made available to
members of the general public.”
ROLL CALL
The Borough Clerk called the roll and the following acknowledged their presence:
Mayor Robert H. Conley
Council Members:
Jeannie Tsukamoto
Vincent A. Esposito
Donald R. Links
Robert G. Catalanello
Robert Landrigan
Carmela Vitale
Also Present:
Raymond M. Codey, Borough Administrator
James E. Burnet, Assistant Borough Administrator
Elizabeth Osborne, Borough Clerk
Absent: Joseph Mezzacca, Jr., Borough Attorney, excused
AGENDA REVIEW
There was approval of the Regular and Executive Agenda.
READING OF CLOSED SESSION RESOLUTION
Mrs. Tsukamoto moved:
RESOLVED, that the meeting be adjourned to an Executive Session to consider the
following matters:
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL (1)
February 27, 2012
March 12, 2012
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
Regular Meeting Minutes – April 23, 2012
CONTRACT MATTERS (4)
PK ENVIRONMENTAL
NORTH STREET PUMP STATION REHABILITATION
JOINT MEETING SOLAR POWER
DEVELOPER’S AGREEMENT - FULTON BANK OF NEW JERSEY
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
PERSONNEL MATTERS (3)
SUMMER INTERNS – PUBLIC WORKS DEPT
SUMMER PROGRAMS – RECREATION DEPT
PUBLIC WORKS STAFFING
Date of public disclosure 90 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
Seconded: Dr. Esposito
Vote: Approved by voice vote
RECONVENE IN COUNCIL CHAMBER
Mayor Conley reconvened the Regular Meeting at 8 p.m. in the Council Chamber
with all members present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
There was agreement to consider the approval of Executive Minutes of February
27, 2012, at the next meeting of the Mayor and Council.
Mrs. Tsukamoto moved approval of the Executive Minutes of March 12, 2012. Dr.
Esposito seconded the motion, which passed with the following roll call vote
recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Dr. Esposito, Mr. Links,
Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan. Mrs. Vitale
Nays: None
GREETINGS TO PUBLIC
Mayor Conley made the following comments:
Mayor Conley announced that on Saturday, April 21, 2012 the annual Little League
Parade took place, and also the ribbon cutting ceremony at the Madison Recreation
Center fields was well attended.
Mayor Conley reminded residents to consider voluntary water restrictions, in spite of
the recent rains
The League of Municipalities is holding a mega jobs fair “Hiring Our Heroes” at the Sun
National Bank Center in Trenton, on Wednesday, September 12 from 9:00 a.m. until
1p.m.
Technology training is available to residents at the Madison Public Library by
contacting the front desk at 973-377-0722.
Mayor Conley read the following Proclamation:
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Proclaiming National Donate Life Month, April 2012
WHEREAS, every human life has matchless value, and during National Donate Life
Month, we reaffirm our commitment to raising awareness about organ donation and
the importance of making the decision to donate. We also express our appreciation
to those who have donated organs, tissue and marrow; and
WHEREAS, over 100,000 Americans, thousands in New Jersey, are currently on the
waiting list for an organ transplant and thousands more need life enhancing tissue
transplants. We urge all New Jersey residents to register with the state’s donor
registry; say yes to organ and tissue donation on their driver’s license; and share their
decision with family and friends. By taking these steps, New Jerseyans can help
save lives. The kindness and generosity of donors reflect the compassionate spirit of
our state; and
WHEREAS, during the month of April, National Donate Life Month, we celebrate
the life-saving work of medical professionals and researchers and the many others
whose actions reflect our commitment to a brighter tomorrow. Individuals can visit
www.DonateLifeNJ.org to learn more about organ and tissue donation and how they
can give the gift of life. We call upon health care professionals, volunteers,
educators, government agencies, faith-based and community groups, and private
organizations to help raise awareness of the urgent need for organ and tissue donors
throughout our state;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert H. Conley, Mayor of the Borough of Madison, on
behalf of the Governing Body, do hereby proclaim the month of April 2012 as
NATIONAL DONATE LIFE MONTH.
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Robert H. Conley
April 23, 2012
Proclaiming Municipal Clerks’ Week April 29th to May 5, 2012
WHEREAS, the Office of the Municipal Clerk, a time honored and vital part of
local government exists throughout the world; and
WHEREAS, the Office of the Municipal Clerk is the oldest among public servants;
and
WHEREAS, the Office of the Municipal Clerk provides the professional link
between the citizens, the local governing bodies and agencies of government at other
levels; and
WHEREAS, Municipal Clerks have pledged to be ever mindful of their neutrality
and impartiality, rendering equal service to all; and
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WHEREAS, the Municipal Clerk serves as the information center on functions of
local government and community; and
WHEREAS, Municipal Clerks continually strive to improve the administration of
the affairs of the Office of the Municipal Clerk through participation in education
programs, seminars, workshops and the annual meetings of their state, province,
county and international professional organizations; and
WHEREAS, it is most appropriate that we recognize the accomplishments of the
Office of the Municipal Clerk, notably Elizabeth Osborne, and Patty Macaluso;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert H. Conley, Mayor of the Borough of Madison, on
behalf of the governing body, do hereby recognize the week of April 29 through May
5, 2012, as Municipal Clerks’ Week, and further extend appreciation to our
Municipal Clerk, Elizabeth Osborne, and to all Municipal Clerks for the vital
services they perform and their exemplary dedication to the communities they
represent.
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Robert H. Conley
April 23, 2012
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Public Safety
Mrs. Tsukamoto, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Saturday, April 28th, the Madison Police Department will collect expired unused and
unwanted drugs at the Public Safety Complex. The Police responded to 2455 calls
so far in the month of April, including 43 motor vehicle crashes, 23 reported
burglaries and 66 suspicious persons reports. The Fire Department has conducted
16 hours of confined space training. Mrs. Tsukamoto thanked the anonymous donor
of a pet oxygen mask, and noted that Mr. Landrigan has file for reimbursement from
FEMA for storm related expenses of over $300,000 and plans to file for an
additional $100,000.
Utilities
Dr. Esposito, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The Electric Utility Study Committee will meet on May 16th at 7:00 p.m. to discuss,
among other topics, automated meter readers, solar power and electric system
maintenance and reliability. The Electric Utility staff has completed new lighting
under the Prospect Street bridge. The Waverly clock has been reinstalled. The
Planning Board has recommended the proposed zoning change Ordinance
regarding 10 Maple, listed for a hearing this evening. Dr. Esposito explained
proposed legislation regarding filing of an emergency response plan for all electric
utilities.
Public Works and Engineering
Mr. Links, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Mr. Links announced that the third annual Green Fair will take place on Thursday,
May 3rd on Green Village Road, in front of the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts.
Mr. Links thanked PSE&G and Reaology for their sponsorship of the fair.
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Finance and Borough Clerk
Mr. Catalanello, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
In anticipation of the June 5th Primary Election, the Clerk’s office will remain open for
Late Night Voter Registration on May 15, 2012 until 8:00 p.m. Copies of the
introduced 2012 Municipal Budget as well as the Budget in Brief are posted on the
Borough website on the Mayor and Council and Finance Department web pages.
The Clerk’s office is currently working on renewal of ABC license and sidewalk
dining permits. The 2012 municipal budget will be discussed later this evening.
Community Affairs
Mr. Landrigan, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
May Day is set for Saturday May 5th and volunteers are still needed, as well as
donations. After the clean up, the Madison Volunteer Ambulance Corp will be
hosting a wine and beer tasting sponsored along with the Downtown Development
Commission, open to the public, with activities planned for children, as well. The
Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Ladies night out on May 3rd. Mr. Landrigan
noted that he was please to have attend the “Time of Your Life “ program at the
Madison Senior Center, and encouraged residents to use the center’s many
resources.
Health & Public Assistance
Mrs. Vitale of the Committee made the following comments:
Mrs. Vitale announced that the Madison Health Departments women’s’ health
screening program to be held on Wednesday, May 23rd. Please call the Health
Department for an appointment. Mrs. Vitale commented on the “Time of Your Life”
program, noting the overwhelmingly positive response by participants, and thanked
Michael Giordano for volunteering his time to help with the program.
BUDGET HEARING
R 108-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON FINALLY
ADOPTING THE 2012 BUDGET AND TAX RESOLUTION
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Mayor Conley invited public comment on the 2009 Budget and Tax Resolution.
Pat Rowe, Pine Avenue, asked for a stand alone budget for the Borough electric
and water utilities to get a better picture and inquired about an offset to next years
increase in the State health care plan.
Sam Cerciello, Park Avenue, suggested an annual fee for Drew University
students for municipal emergency services.
Since no other member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
Mr. Catalanello moved introduction of Resolution R 108-2012 to adopt the municipal
budget. Mrs. Tsukamoto seconded the motion. Mrs. Tsukamoto noted many
positives in this year’s budget such as no change in services, and raised concern for
the overall financial health, due to outstanding items such as, pending tax appeals,
union contracts, and capital needs. Mr. Catalanello stated that after 2014, the
Borough can not rely on utility surpluses and that next year residents could face
significant increases in federal taxes. Mr. Catalanello indicated he would not vote for
this budget because it does not address capital needs. Mr. Codey stated that the
proposed budget would have an average increase per household of $66.00, based
on the average home value, and that the municipality still maintains a triple bond
rating. There was discussion of potential reductions, fiscal responsibility and capital
funding. Mr. Giacobbe explained the municipal budget process if a municipality does
not adopt a budget. The motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Dr. Esposito, Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Mayor Conley
Nays: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Mr. Links, Mr. Catalanello
Mayor Conley thanked the Borough staff for their hard work on the municipal
budget.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
The Borough Clerk announced receipt of the following communications:
E-mail received April 19, 2012 from Roberta Mayerson, of Sherwood Avenue,
regarding the installation of a traffic light at the intersection of Greenwood Avenue
and Britten Street.
INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (1 of 2)
Mayor Conley opened the meeting to the public for their opportunity to ask
questions and make comments on those items listed on the Agenda only. Mayor
asked that, upon recognition by the Chair, the person shall proceed to the lectern
and give his/her name and address in an audible tone of voice, and print the same
on the sheet provided for the record. He/she shall limit his/her statement to three
(3) minutes or less.
Sandy Kolakowski, Park Avenue noted that she looks forward to the Madison
Athletic Foundations’ update on fundraising and raised concern regarding a donor
wall. Ms. Kolakowski suggested a more comprehensive plan to include walkways
and benches.
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Tim Harrington, Cross Gates Road, agreed with Council comments made during
the budget hearing. Mr. Harrington would like to see Ordinance 3-2012 regarding
the Sustainable Madison Advisory Committee in language more easily understood.
Sam Cerciello, Park Avenue, asked for clarification of Resolutions R 115-2012 and
R 116-2012 regarding the North Street Pump Station rehabilitation. Mr. Giacobbe
explained the need to reject the apparent low bidder and award a contract to the
next qualified bidder.
James Sullivan, Broadview Avenue, asked if the Council has considered
purchasing vehicles, as proposed in Ordinance 4-2012 for the Public Works
Department for other departments, as well.
AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
04/23/2012-1 MATCHING FUNDS FOR SENIOR CITIZENS BUS
Mrs. Vitale explained the condition of the existing Borough van and noted that the
ridership on the Senior Citizens van has doubled and will triple in the next few years.
Mrs. Vitale proposed using funds from the Jacob Henry Perkins Trust fund,
established to provide assistance to Madison seniors, and to find a matching grant
for the remaining funds. There was no objection to listing a resolution for approval
on the Consent Agenda.
Resolution R 114-2012 is listed on Consent Agenda.
04/23/2012-2 MADISON RECREATION CENTER DONATIONS UPDATE
• Donor Wall
• Fundraising/Raffle Update
Brian Agnew, of the Madison Athletic Foundation addressed the Council regarding
fundraising efforts by the MAF. Mr. Agnew noted that the MAF has explored various
fund raising means including a large 50/50 raffle which raise nearly $80,000 for the
fields, as well as, $55,000 collected in user fees and a proposed donor wall. Several
businesses have been contacted regarding naming rights at the fields. Mr. Agnew
thanked the raffle ticket buyers and noted that the raffle will be an annual event.
04/23/2012-3 NORTH STREET PUMP STATION REHABILITATION
There was no objection to listing resolutions on the consent agenda regarding the
rehabilitation of the North Street Pump Station, as discussed earlier this evening.
Resolutions R 115-2012 & R 116-2012 are listed on Consent Agenda.
04/23/2012-4 SUMMER COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
Mayor Conley proposed a summer Council meeting schedule for July and August,
reducing the Council meetings to one meeting per month. Mr. Catalanello raised
concern due to the size of recent agendas. Mrs. Tsukamoto inquired about voucher
payments. Following discussion there was also raised the question of the first
Council meeting in November as well, due to the Veterans’ Day Holiday and the
annual NJ League of Municipalities Convention. There was agreement to continue
discussion.
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04/23/2012-5 10 MAPLE AVENUE SUBDIVISION
Mr. Codey provided information regarding a proposed zoning ordinance to amend
the Code to include Borough owned property at 10 Maple Avenue which is currently
designated as open space and government use and should be included in the
neighboring R-3 Residential Zone. There was no objection to listing Ordinance 5-
2012 for introduction.
Ordinance 5-2012 is listed for introduction.
ADVERTISED HEARINGS
The Clerk made the following statement:
Ordinances scheduled for hearing tonight were submitted in writing at a Regular
meeting of the Mayor and Council held on April 9, 2012, were introduced by title and
passed on first reading, were published in the Madison Eagle and made available to
members of the general public requesting same.
Mayor Conley called up Ordinances for second reading and asked the Clerk to read
said ordinances by title:
ORDINANCE 3-2012
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ESTABLISHING THE
SUSTAINABLE MADISON ADVISORY COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, a sustainable community seeks to optimize quality of life for its
residents by ensuring that its environmental, economic and social objectives are
balanced and mutually supportive; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison strives to save tax dollars, assure clean
land, air and water, improve working and living environments as steps to building a
sustainable community that will thrive well into the future; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison hereby acknowledges that the
residents of Madison desire a stable, sustainable future for themselves and future
generations; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison wishes to support a model of
government which benefits our residents now and far into the future by exploring
and adopting sustainable, economically-sound, local government practices; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council wish to make permanent the Sustainable
Madison Advisory Committee; and
WHEREAS, the Council has determined that it is in the best interest of the
Borough of Madison to establish such a committee.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and the State of New Jersey as follows:
Section 1: The Madison Borough Code is amended to include the following Chapter
26 entitled “Sustainable Madison Advisory Committee”:
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Chapter 26: Sustainable Madison Advisory Committee.
SS 26 -1. Establishment.
The Sustainable Madison Advisory Committee is hereby established to be
known as “the Sustainable Madison Advisory Committee of the Borough of
Madison.” (hereafter referred to as “the Committee”). The Committee shall consist
of eleven (11) members.
SS 26 -2. Purpose and Responsibilities.
(A) To make recommendations to the Mayor and Council, and Madison
Environmental Commission (“MEC”) to help the municipality achieve
sustainable smart growth land-use policies which balance economic,
environmental and societal needs.
(B) The Committee will provide education and outreach on sustainability to
the community, all Borough Committees, Boards and Commissions, and
the Mayor and Council.
(C) The Committee will encourage the town to reduce its carbon footprint
through education and action.
(D) The Committee will assist the efforts of Borough Boards, Committees
and Commissions in their efforts to promote smart land use planning,
energy and resource conservation, green design, sustainability, a green
element for the Master Plan, and a sustainability plan for the future of the
Borough of Madison.
(E) The Committee will seek grants to achieve these goals.
(F) The Committee will submit a report to both the MEC as well as the Mayor
and Council at the end of each calendar year, concerning on-going
activities and grants. . In addition, the Committee shall regularly circulate
to the MEC and Mayor and Council copies of its meeting minutes. All
records, reports and data shall be available to the Council for inspection
at any time.
(G) The Committee will hold a minimum of six (6) public meetings annually
which shall be open to the public pursuant to the Open Public Meetings
Act and shall take place at the Madison Municipal Building unless
otherwise noted.
SS 26 -3. Membership
Membership shall consist of 9 regular members and 2 non-voting members.
All voting members of the Committee shall be residents of the Borough of
Madison. All members shall serve without compensation. The Committee
shall be comprised of the following persons, appointed by the Mayor with the
advice and consent of the Council:
(A) The Council Liaison to the Madison Environmental Commission
(Regular Member),
(B) The Borough Administrator and/or Assistant Borough Administrator (non-
voting),
(C) A representative from the office of the Superintendent of the Madison
Public School System (Regular Member),
(D) The Superintendent of Public Works (non-voting),
(E) One (1) member of the Madison Environmental Commission (Regular
Member),
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(F) Six (6) members who are residents of the Borough (Regular Members).
The Committee shall have the right to appoint non-voting advisory members
with special abilities and expertise beneficial to the Committee’s objectives.
SS 26 -4. Voting Powers, Quorum and Limitation of Powers.
A. Voting members. The voting members of the Committee shall be the 9
regular members.
B. Non-Voting members. The Assistant Borough Administrator and
Superintendent of Public Works shall not vote.
C. A majority of the voting members of the Committee shall constitute a
quorum.
D. The Committee is specifically prohibited from exercising any power of
condemnation or eminent domain, from pledging the credit of the
municipality and from creating any debt against the municipality.
SS 26 – 5. Borough Departmental Assistance.
A. General. Subject to limitations as may hereinafter be determined by the
Mayor and Council, insofar as may be practicable, the employees and
professional staff of the Borough of Madison, including the Borough
Attorney, shall be available to assist the Committee in the performance of its
duties.
B. Procedure. All requests for employee or professional staff assistance shall
be made through the Borough Administrator. Any project that requires
substantial assistance from the Borough staff and professionals shall be
reviewed by the full Committee and said assistance shall be approved by the
Council prior to commencement of the project.
SS 26 -6. Terms of Office.
(A) The Council liaison shall serve annually.
(B) The six (6) resident members shall serve for a term of three years
(staggered terms). The terms of office shall commence upon the day of
each member’s appointment, unless otherwise specified at the time of
appointment, and be for the initial respective periods of one, two, and three
years (two members shall initially be appointed for one year, two members
shall initially be appointed for two years and two members for three years).
The term of each appointee shall be designated in his or her appointment.
All subsequent appointments, except to fill vacancies, shall be for the full
three-year term, to take effect on January 1 next succeeding such
appointment.
(C) All other members shall serve annually.
(D) The Mayor shall, initially, designate one of the members as Chairperson,
and the Committee shall select a Secretary to record minutes. Thereafter, in
subsequent years, the Committee shall annually select a Chairperson and
Secretary. The Chairperson shall call the initial meeting of the Committee
within thirty (30) days of the adoption of this Ordinance. Thereafter, the
Committee shall establish its meeting schedule, which shall be duly
published.
SS 26 -7. Vacancies
Any vacancy occurring by reason of the death, resignation or removal of any
member shall be filled for the unexpired term by the Mayor with advice and
consent of the Council. In the event that the Mayor fails to make a
nomination at least 15 days prior to the date of the second regular public
meeting of the Council after a position becomes vacant or the Borough
Council fails to confirm a nomination, then the appointment shall be made by
the Borough Council by the vote of a majority of the members present at the
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meeting, provided that at least three affirmative votes shall be required, with
the Mayor to have no vote thereon except in the case of a tie.
SS 26 – 8. Conflict of interest.
A. Disclosure of interest. No Committee Member shall have or shall acquire
any interest, direct or indirect, personal or financial, in any project which the
Committee is promoting or in any contract or proposed contract for materials
or services or in any lease, mortgage, sale or contract of any nature
whatsoever relating to any such project or to the Committee without forthwith
making written disclosure to the Committee of the nature and extent of the
interest. Such disclosure shall be entered in writing upon the minutes of the
Committee.
B. Voting. No Committee Member having an interest as described in § SS
26-8A shall vote on matters directly relating to such interest.
Section 2: This ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 3-2012.
Betsy Uhlman, Garfield Avenue, representing the Madison Environmental
Commission, spoke is support of the Sustainable Madison Committee proposed
ordinance. The Ordinance is structured to allow members to work with Borough
employees and educators to work on many areas of sustainability. Ms. Uhlman
encouraged Council to adopt Ordinance 3-2012.
Since no other member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
Mr. Links moved that Ordinance 4-2012, which was read by title, be finally adopted.
Mrs. Vitale seconded the motion. Mr. Landrigan asked what projects the committee
will work on. Mr. Links thanked Ms. Uhlman for the MEC work.. Mrs. Tsukamoto
addressed changes that were proposed at the introduction of the ordinance,
including adding the Borough Administrator or Assistant Administrator as non-voting
members and adding language regarding the Open Public Meetings Act. Mr.
Catalanello noted that he would prefer a subcommittee of the Madison
Environmental Commission. There was agreement that the ordinance could be
amended once the committee starts operating. Following Council discussion, the
motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Dr. Esposito, Mr. Links,
Mr. Landrigan. Mrs. Vitale
Nays: Mr. Catalanello
Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 3-2012 adopted and finally passed and ordered
the Clerk to publish the notice thereof in the newspaper and to record the ordinance
as required by law.
ORDINANCE 4-2012
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $20,000.00
FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR PURCHASE OF A
UTILITY VEHICLE
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WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $20,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund to
purchase a new Workman Utility vehicle and accessories ; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the
funds in the General Capital Improvement Fund in an amount not to exceed
$20,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $20,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund to purchase a
new Workman Utility vehicle and accessories; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows:
SECTION 1: The amount of $20,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund to purchase a new Workman Utility
vehicle and accessories.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 4-2012. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Links moved that Ordinance 4-2012, which was read by title, be finally adopted.
Mr. Catalanello seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion and the
motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Dr. Esposito, Mr. Links,
Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan. Mrs. Vitale
Nays: None
Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 4-2012 adopted and finally passed and ordered
the Clerk to publish the notice thereof in the newspaper and to record the ordinance
as required by law.
INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (2 of 2)
Mayor opened the meeting to the public for their opportunity to ask questions and
make comments on any subject. Mayor asked that, upon recognition by the Chair,
the person shall proceed to the lectern and give his/her name and address in an
audible tone of voice, and print the same on the sheet provided for the record.
He/she shall limit his/her statement to three (3) minutes or less.
James Sullivan, Broadview Avenue, thanked Councilmembers for providing
resident with mulch, accumulated by the Public Works Department, following the
unusual fall storms.
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Lisa Ellis, Britten Street, suggested that the wording of adopted ordinance 3-2012
establishing the Sustainable Madison Advisory Committee be changed to include
any representative from the Madison Public Schools. Mr. Giacobbe recommended
not changing the language in the ordinance at this time as the Superintendents’
office can appoint any representative of his staff.
Tim Harrington, Cross Gates Road, suggested that the Borough Administrator
also have the authority to appoint a Borough employee to the Sustainable Madison
Advisory Committee.
Pat Rowe, Pine Avenue, inquired about reporting of financial information of the
Madison Athletic Foundation. Mayor Conley noted that Resolution 275-2011 was
recently adopted regarding procedures and that financial documents are accessible
to the public.
Larry Bruce, Laurel Way, noted that he does not understand why a Council
member would vote against Ordinance 3-2012 ‘unfortunately’. Mr. Bruce also
commented that he wonders if Council members who voted against the municipal
budget would have voted in favor of the budget had Mr. Codey been removed from
his position.
Sam Cerciello, Park Avenue, inquired about the status of the rehabilitation of the
Hartley Dodge Memorial. Mr. Cerciello asked if there would be supervision of the
roadway reconstruction project at Rose Pine Beech and Cedar Avenues. Mr.
Cerciello again volunteered to serve on the Construction Review Committee.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
The Clerk made the following statement:
The ordinances scheduled for introduction and first reading tonight will have a
hearing during the meeting of May 30, 2012 in the 2nd Floor Council Chamber of the
Hartley Dodge Memorial Building, Kings Road, in the Borough of Madison at 8 p.m.,
or as soon thereafter as practical, for further consideration and final adoption. Said
ordinances will be published in the Madison Eagle, be posted at the main entrance
to the Borough offices and be made available to members of the public requesting
same, as required by law.
Mayor Conley called up Ordinance 5-2012 for first reading and asked the Clerk to
read said ordinance by title:
ORDINANCE 5-2012 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
AMENDING CHAPTER 195, ARTICLE V OF THE BOROUGH CODE ENTITLED
“LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON”, TO
AMEND THE ZONING MAP TO INCLUDE BLOCK 2803, LOT 2 (10 MAPLE
AVENUE) IN THE R-3 ZONING DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison seeks to facilitate the sale of this
property in a manner that is consistent with the existing use of Block 2803, Lot 2 (10
Maple Avenue), as well as the land use patterns of the surrounding area; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board recently reviewed the zoning of this property
in conjunction with a lot line adjustment; and
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WHEREAS, the current OSGU Zoning of Block 2803, Lot 2 does not permit
residential uses; and
WHEREAS, the Borough seeks to ensure that the future use of the property
remains consistent with the existing residential structure thereon, as well as the
adjacent R-3 neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, the proposed re-zoning is consistent with the goals and
purposes of the Master Plan and Land Development Ordinance of the Borough of
Madison; and
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and the State of New Jersey, as follows:
SECTION 1: The Official Zoning Map, as adopted by Chapter 195 entitled
“Land Development Ordinance of the Borough of Madison” Section 29.1 entitled
“Zoning Map” is hereby amended to change the zone boundary line between the
OSGU District and the R-3 District to include Block 2803, Lot 2, also known as 10
Maple Avenue, in the R-3 zone.
SECTION 2: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Dr. Esposito moved that Ordinance 5-2012, which the Borough Clerk read by title,
be adopted. Mr. Landrigan seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion,
and the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Dr. Esposito, Mr. Links,
Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan. Mrs. Vitale
Nays: None
CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
The Clerk made the following statement:
Consent Agenda Resolutions will be enacted with a single motion; any Resolution
requiring expenditure is supported by a Certification of Availability of Funds; any
Resolution requiring discussion will be removed from the Consent Agenda; all
Resolutions will be reflected in full in the minutes.
Mrs. Tsukamoto moved adoption of the Resolutions listed on the Consent Agenda. Dr.
Esposito seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion and the motion
passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Dr. Esposito, Mr. Links,
Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan. Mrs. Vitale
Nays: None
R 109-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
TEMPORARY SIGNS FOR THE ARTS COUNCIL OF THE MORRIS AREA
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WHEREAS, the Arts Council of the Morris Area has requested permission to
put up temporary signs advertising the 29th Annual Giralda Farms Concert featuring
the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra on June 24, 2012, at the Giralda Corporate
Park; and
WHEREAS, the signs would be located on Woodland Road and on Route
124 outside the gates of the Giralda entrances, commencing on May 20, 2012 and
removed by June 26, 2012; and
WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator has recommended that a
temporary sign permit be issued.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, that the request of the
Arts Council of the Morris Area to put up temporary signs as described herein from
May 20, 2012 to June 26, 2012, is approved.
R 110-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
AUTHORIZING APPOINTMENT OF CONNOR REEVE, STEVEN
FINELLI, FORTUNATO DAMIANO AND MICHAEL BOARDMAN TO
PART-TIME SUMMER INTERN POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC WORKS
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator and Superintendent of Public Works
have recommended the appointment of Connor Reeve, Steven Finelli, Fortunato
Damiano, and Michael Boardman as part-time employees/ Summer Interns in the
Department of Public Works; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council agrees with this recommendation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, that the appointment of
Connor Reeve, Steven Finelli, Fortunato Damiano, and Michael Boardman as part-
time employees/Summer Interns in the Department of Public Works effective May
14, 2012, at the rate of pay of $10.00 per hour is hereby approved.
R 111-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
RENEWAL OF LIVERY DRIVER’S PERMIT FOR ROSE CITY LIMO, INC. FOR
2012
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris,
State of New Jersey, that the following Livery Driver's Permit renewals be approved
for the year 2012:
LICENSE NO. NAME
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12-14D Samuel Mantone
R 112-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
RENEWAL OF LIVERY OWNER’S LICENSE FOR ROSE CITY LIMO, INC. FOR
2012
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris,
State of New Jersey, that the following Livery Owner’s License renewal be approved
for the year 2012:
LICENSE NO. NAME Vehicle
12-22 Ann Marie Davies 2 Liveries
12-23 Rose City Limo, Inc.
R 113-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
PROMOTING NANCY DICKERSON TO THE POSITION OF FULL-TIME
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS
WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works has recommended
promoting Nancy Dickerson from Senior Office Assistant to the position of
Administrative Assistant in the Department of Public Works; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council agrees with this recommendation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that Nancy Dickerson is hereby
appointed to the position of Administrative Assistant in the Department of Public
Works, effective immediately, and her salary is hereby increased from $ 50,877.00
to $ 55,959.00 retroactive to January 1, 2012.
R 114-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
MATCHING CHALLENGE GRANT FROM THE HENRY JACOB PERKINS TRUST
ACCOUNT FOR PURCHASE OF A NEW SENIOR CITIZEN VAN IN THE AMOUNT
OF $31,000.00
WHEREAS, the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee has requested the
release of $31,000.00 from the Jacob Henry Perkins Trust Fund (hereinafter
“Perkins Trust Fund”) to be utilized for a matching grant for the purchase of a new
senior citizen van; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison, by virtue of a decree of the Chancery
Court of New Jersey, is authorized to use income from a Trust set up from the
residuary estate of Jacob Henry Perkins, for housing, support and/or relief of “aged
persons” in need of services who cannot afford to pay the full cost of their own
services through such agencies as the municipality deems proper; and
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WHEREAS, the governing body believes this is an appropriate use of a
portion of the existing accumulated income of the Perkins Trust to provide affordable
transportation for senior citizens in need; and
WHEREAS, the accumulated interest income of said Perkins Trust Fund is
currently in excess of $ 50,239.55; and
WHEREAS, the governing body has determined to authorize such grant to
be used toward a matching challenge grant of $31,000.00 for the purchase of a new
senior citizen van. Trust Funds to be distributed only when matching funds are
available.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, that a grant is hereby
approved from the Perkins Trust Fund in the amount of $31,000.00 from the
accumulated income to be utilized for a matching challenge grant for the purchase
of a new senior citizen van.
R 115-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE MADISON BOROUGH COUNCIL
REJECTING THE BID OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES CORPORATION AS NOT
BEING THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER FOR THE NORTH STREET
PUMPING STATION FORCE MAIN REHABILITATION PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison publicly advertised for bids for the
North Street Pumping Station Rehabilitation Project (the “Contract”) in accordance
with the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the apparent lowest bid was submitted by Underground Utilities
Corporation; and
WHEREAS, subsequent to the bid opening, the Borough of Madison
determined through two Charles Jones Search reports dated April 9, 2012 that there
appeared to be a large number of Judgments and litigation regarding the apparent
low bidder and/or the President of the apparent low bidder (attached hereto); and
WHEREAS, the apparent low bidder had certified on their Experience
Questionnaire in their bid submission that they had never failed to complete work
which was in conflict with the Judgments and litigation of record; and
WHEREAS, the apparent low bidder and the President of the low bidder
were notified by letter dated April 11, 2012 through certified mail, return receipt
requested, Federal Express and facsimile of a “responsibility hearing” to be held on
April 18, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. at the Hartley Dodge Memorial Building to give the
apparent low bidder and the President of the apparent low bidder the opportunity to
address the concerns of the Borough of Madison stated above: and
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WHEREAS, delivery and receipt of the April 11, 2012 correspondence by the
apparent low bidder and the President of the apparent low bidder was confirmed by
the Borough; and
WHEREAS, neither the apparent low bidder nor the President or any officer
of the apparent low bidder attended the “responsibility hearing”; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison contacted the apparent low bidder’s
office by phone on April 18, 2012 to inquire about their absence from the
“responsibility hearing” and where advised they were aware of the hearing, but had
no intention of attending, participating, or supplying supplemental information; and
WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Law (LPCL) N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et
seq. requires a “responsible” bidder to be able to complete the contract in
accordance with its requirements, including, but not limited to “experience, moral
integrity, operating capacity, financial capacity, credit, work force, equipment and
facilities availability”; and
WHEREAS, because of the willful failure by the apparent low bidder to
attend the responsibility hearing” or provide any response to the concerns of the
Borough regarding Judgments, litigation and failure to complete work, the Borough
governing body is without sufficient information to conclude that the apparent low
bidder meets the statutory criteria to be determined a “responsible” bidder as
outlined above; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer and the Borough Administrator have
recommended that the Borough Council reject the submission of Underground
Utilities Corporation as not being the lowest “responsible” bid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows:
1. The bid of Underground Utilities Corporation is hereby
rejected for the reason set forth above.
R 116-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE MADISON BOROUGH COUNCIL
AWARDING CONTRACT TO MATINA & SON, INC. OF HACKENSACK, N.J. IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $330,264.72 FOR THE NORTH STREET PUMPING
STATION FORCE MAIN REHABILITATION PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison publicly advertised for bids for the
North Street Pumping Station Rehabilitation Project (the “Contract”) in accordance
with the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and
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WHEREAS, the apparent lowest bid submitted by Underground Utilities
Corporation was rejected by the Madison governing body for not being the lowest
responsible bidder; and
WHEREAS, the second lowest qualified bid was submitted by Matina and
Son, Inc. in the base bid amount of $300,000.00, plus Alternate A-1 in the amount of
$2,500.00 and an advance of $27,764.72 for Performance Bond required by Morris
County for a road opening permit; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Borough
Council award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Matina and Son, Inc., in
an amount not to exceed $330,264.72; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds will be
available in an amount not to exceed $330,264.72 for this purpose which funds were
appropriated by Ordinance 38-2010.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows:
1. The contract for the North Street Pump Station Rehabilitation
Project is hereby awarded to Matina and Son, Inc., based upon its lowest
responsible bid in an amount not to exceed $330,264.72.
2. The Mayor and Borough Clerk are hereby authorized and
directed on behalf of the Borough to enter into the contract with Matina and Son,
Inc. in a form acceptable to the Borough Attorney.
R 117-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
TRANSFER OF 2012 LIVERY OWNER’S LICENSE FOR PRECISE LIMOUSINE
TRANSPORT SERVICE, LLC
WHEREAS, any license issued for any taxicab or livery may be transferred
to a substitute vehicle in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 173-7 of the
Borough of Madison Code after approval of the Council and upon the payment to
the Borough of a transfer fee of $10.00 for each vehicle for which the license is to be
transferred; and
WHEREAS, prior to the approval or disapproval by the Council of the
transfer of the license to permit the operation of such substituted vehicle, the owner
may operate such substituted vehicle or cause the same to be operated, subject to
the other provisions of Chapter 173-7; and
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WHEREAS, Precise Limousine Transport Service, LLC, has made
application to transfer Livery Owner’s License No.
12-13 to a substitute vehicle and, at the same time, has provided proof of insurance
and paid the appropriate transfer fee;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, to approve the license transfer
request from Precise Limousine Transport Service, LLC.
R 118-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
THE ISSUANCE OF NEW LIVERY OWNER’S LICENSE FOR 2012 FOR IFTIKHAR
AHMED, MANHATTAN TOWN CAR
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris,
State of New Jersey, that the following Livery Owner’s License be approved for the
year 2012:
LICENSE NO. NAME Vehicle
12-24 Iftikhar Ahmed 1 Livery
Manhattan Town Car
R 119-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
THE ISSUANCE OF NEW LIVERY DRIVER’S APPLICATION FOR 2012
SUBMITTED BY IFTIKHAR AHMED, MANHATTAN TOWN CAR
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris,
State of New Jersey, that the following Livery Driver's Permit be approved for the
year 2012:
LICENSE NO. ________NAME__________
12-15D Iftikhar Ahmed
Manhattan Town Car
R 120-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
RAFFLES LICENSE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY ST. VINCENT MARTYR
CHURCH
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of
Morris, State of New Jersey, that the following application for Raffles License, to be
held as listed below, be and the same are hereby approved:
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ST. VINCENT MARTYR CHURCH
I.D. No. 274-1-812
R.A. No. 1234 – Off-Premise Merchandise
June 18, 2012
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this
Resolution be forwarded to the Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission.
R 121-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
PFIZER 5K RUN ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2012 AT 6:30 P.M.
WHEREAS, Pfizer has requested to hold a “5K run” in Madison on
Wednesday, May 23, 2012, for the benefit of Project Community Pride; and
WHEREAS, the run will begin at 6:30 p.m., on the grounds of Giralda Farms;
and
WHEREAS, Giralda Farms property owners have requested a Hold
Harmless agreement and a Certificate of Liability Insurance regarding such use of
the property; and
WHEREAS, Police Chief Trevena recommends approval of this request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the request of Pfizer to hold a
“5K run” in Madison on Wednesday, May 23, 2012, as described herein is hereby
approved, subject to any safety requirements imposed by the Madison Police
Department, and the Mayor is authorized to sign a Hold Harmless Agreement as
approved by the Borough Attorney and to supply a Certificate of Liability Insurance
from the Borough for this event.
R 122-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
GRANT APPLICATION FOR 2012 GREEN COMMUNITIES GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator recommends that the
Shade Tree Management Board apply to the 2012 Green Communities Grant
program for matching funds to help develop a Community Forestry Management
Plan through the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, and
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WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined it is appropriate to apply to
the 2012 Green Communities Grant Program for said grant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey as follows:
1. The Shade Tree Management Board shall apply to the 2012
Green Communities Grant program for a matching grant in
the amount of $2,200.00.
2. The Mayor and Borough Clerk are hereby authorized and
directed on behalf of the Borough to enter into the attached
application to 2012 Green Communities Grant Program on
behalf of the Borough of Madison.
R 123-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING
NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 2012 MUNICIPAL AID
FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $140,000.00 FOR ROSEDALE AVENUE
RESURFACING
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison has received grant funds from the New
Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) in the amount of $140,000.00 to
resurface Rosedale Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison intends to supplement this grant from
the NJDOT with funds from the 2012 Capital budget; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that it would be in the best
interest of the Borough to accept the NJDOT’s Municipal Aid Program funding to
assist in the cost of the resurfacing of Rosedale Avenue.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey as follows:
1. The Borough gratefully acknowledges and accepts the NJDOT 2012
Municipal Aid Program funds in the amount of $140,000.00.
2. The Borough Council agrees to fund the remainder of the cost for this
project from the General Capital Improvement Fund.
3. The Borough thanks the New Jersey Department of Transportation for its
continued support.
R 124-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
DEVELOPER’S AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AND
FULTON BANK OF NEW JERSEY FOR PREMISES AT 18 ELMER STREET,
DESIGNATED AS BLOCK 1801, LOT 11
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WHEREAS, Fulton Bank of New Jersey, (Successor in Interest to Skylands
Community Bank) is the present lessee of certain property in the Borough of
Madison located at 18 Elmer Street and designated as Block 1801, Lot 11 on the
current Tax Map of the Borough (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS, Skylands Community Bank, (now Fulton Bank of New Jersey)
previously obtained from the Madison Zoning Board of Adjustment development
approvals for the expansion of the drive thru banking improvements on the Property
by Resolution adopted on August 16, 2011, which provided for execution of a
developer’s agreement with the Borough; and
WHEREAS, counsel for the Board of Adjustment has recommended that the
attached proposed Developer’s Agreement concerning the Property be entered into;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and the State of New Jersey, that the attached
Developer’s Agreement between Fulton Bank of New Jersey and the Borough of
Madison regarding the proposed development on Block 1801, Lot 11 is hereby
approved, and the Mayor and Borough Clerk are hereby authorized and directed on
behalf of the Borough to execute the Developer’s Agreement.
R 125-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO PK ENVIRONMENTAL FOR
SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator has recommended that the Borough
obtain professional services from PK Environmental, for supplemental
environmental testing at the MRC site to comply with Green Acres requirements;
and
WHEREAS, said services would constitute professional services for which a
contract may be awarded without the need of competitive bidding pursuant to
N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator has recommended that the Borough
Council award the Contract to PK Environmental, in an amount not to exceed
$26,400.00; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds will be
available in an amount not to exceed $26,400.00 for this purpose from the Open
Space Trust Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows:
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1. The Mayor and Borough Clerk are hereby authorized to
execute, on behalf of the Borough, a professional services contract with PK
Environmental, for supplemental environmental testing at the MRC site to comply
with Green Acres requirements in an amount not to exceed $26,400.00, such
contract to be in a form approved by the Borough Attorney.
2. The Borough Clerk is hereby directed to publish notice of the
adoption of this resolution in the official newspaper of the Borough of Madison within
ten (10) days of its adoption pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
R 126-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON GRANTING
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE PERMISSION TO PLACE
PURPLE LIGHTS ON BOROUGH PLANTS ALONG WAVERLY PLACE FROM
APRIL 28, 2012 THROUGH MAY 13, 2012 IN SUPPORT OF THEIR PAINT THE
TOWN OF MADISON PURPLE CAMPAIGN
WHEREAS, the American Cancer Society Relay for Life has requested
permission for purple lights to be placed on Borough plants along Waverly Place
from April 28, 2012 to May 13, 2012 in support of their “Paint the Town of Madison
Purple” cancer awareness promotion; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined to grant this request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the request for purple lights to
be placed on Borough plants along Waverly Place from April 28, 2012 to May 13,
2012 in support of the American Cancer Society Relay for Life “Paint the Town of
Madison Purple” cancer awareness promotion is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the American Cancer Society Relay for
Life will arrange for removal of the lights after May 13, 2012.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS
On motion by Mrs. Tsukamoto seconded by Dr. Esposito and carried, the following
vouchers of the Borough of Madison were approved for payment, and the
supporting documentation of said vouchers was made part of the Supplemental
Minute Book.
Public Safety $23,469.57
Health & Public Assistance 16,526.44
Public Works & Engineering 188,524.47
Community Affairs 1,001.58
Finance & Borough Clerk 2,818,172.63
Utilities 1,131,070.03
Total $4,178,764.72
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The following roll call vote was recorded approving the aforementioned vouchers:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Dr. Esposito, Mr. Links,
Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan. Mrs. Vitale
Nays: None
NEW BUSINESS - None
ADJOURN
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth Osborne
Borough Clerk
Approved July 23, 2012 (EO)
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Agenda
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
APRIL 23, 2012
Committee Room at 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. STATEMENT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
3. ROLL CALL
4. AGENDA REVIEW
5. READING OF CLOSED SESSION RESOLUTION
Council Chamber 8 p.m.
6. RECONVENE WITH (ALL) MEMBERS PRESENT ON APRIL 23, 2012
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
8. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
9. GREETING TO PUBLIC
Proclaiming NATIONAL DONATE LIFE BLUE AND GREEN DAY April 20, 2012
10. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES
Public Safety Jeannie Tsukamoto / Carmela Vitale
Utilities Dr. Vincent A. Esposito /Robert Landrigan
Public Works and Engineering Donald Links / Robert G. Catalanello
Finance and Borough Clerk Robert G. Catalanello / Jeannie Tsukamoto
Community Affairs Robert Landrigan/ Donald Links
Health & Public Assistance Carmela Vitale/ Dr. Vincent A. Esposito
BUDGET HEARING
R 108-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON FINALLY ADOPTING
THE 2012 BUDGET AND TAX RESOLUTION
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
12. INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (1 of 2)
13. AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
04/23/2012-1 MATCHING FUNDS FOR SENIOR CITIZENS BUS
R 114-2012 listed on Consent Agenda
04/23/2012-2 MADISON RECREATION CENTER DONATIONS UPDATE
• Donor Wall
• Fundraising/Raffle Update
04/23/2012-3 NORTH STREET PUMP STATION REHABILITATION
R 115-2012 & R 116-2012 listed on Consent Agenda
04/23/2012-4 SUMMER COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
04/23/2012-5 10 MAPLE AVENUE SUBDIVISION
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Ord. 5-2012 Listed for Introduction
15. ORDINANCES FOR HEARING
ORDINANCE 3-2012
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ESTABLISHING THE SUSTAINABLE
MADISON ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ORDINANCE 4-2012
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $20,000.00 FROM THE
GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR PURCHASE OF A UTILITY VEHICLE
16. INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (2 of 2)
17. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE 5-2012 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AMENDING
CHAPTER 195, ARTICLE V OF THE BOROUGH CODE ENTITLED “LAND DEVELOPMENT
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON”, TO AMEND THE ZONING MAP TO
INCLUDE BLOCK 2803, LOT 2 (10 MAPLE AVENUE) IN THE R-3 ZONING DISTRICT
18. CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
R 109-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING TEMPORARY
SIGNS FOR THE ARTS COUNCIL OF THE MORRIS AREA
R 110-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
APPOINTMENT OF CONNOR REEVE, STEVEN FINELLI, FORTUNATO DAMIANO
AND MICHAEL BOARDMAN TO INTERN POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC WORKS
R 111-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING RENEWAL OF
LIVERY DRIVER’S PERMIT FOR ROSE CITY LIMO, INC. FOR 2012
R 112-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING RENEWAL OF
LIVERY OWNER’S LICENSE FOR ROSE CITY LIMO, INC. FOR 2012
R 113-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON PROMOTING
NANCY DICKERSON TO THE POSITION OF FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
R 114-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING MATCHING
CHALLENGE GRANT FROM THE HENRY JACOB PERKINS TRUST ACCOUNT FOR
PURCHASE OF A NEW SENIOR CITIZEN VAN IN THE AMOUNT OF $31,000.00
R 115-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE MADISON BOROUGH COUNCIL REJECTING THE BID
OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES CORPORATION AS NOT BEING THE LOWEST
RESPONSIBLE BIDDER FOR THE NORTH STREET PUMPING STATION FORCE MAIN
REHABILITATION PROJECT
R 116-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE MADISON BOROUGH COUNCIL AWARDING
CONTRACT TO MATINA & SON, INC. OF HACKENSACK, N.J. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $330,264.72 FOR THE NORTH STREET PUMPING STATION FORCE MAIN
REHABILITATION PROJECT
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R 117-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING TRANSFER
OF 2012 LIVERY OWNER’S LICENSE FOR PRECISE LIMOUSINE TRANSPORT SERVICE,
LLC
R 118-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING THE
ISSUANCE OF NEW LIVERY OWNER’S LICENSE FOR 2012 FOR IFTIKHAR AHMED,
MANHATTAN TOWN CAR
R 119-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING THE
ISSUANCE OF NEW LIVERY DRIVER’S APPLICATION FOR 2012 SUBMITTED BY IFTIKHAR
AHMED, MANHATTAN TOWN CAR
R 120-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING RAFFLES
LICENSE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY ST. VINCENT MARTYR CHURCH
R 121-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING PFIZER 5K
RUN ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2012 AT 6:30 P.M.
R 122-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING GRANT
APPLICATION FOR 2012 GREEN COMMUNITIES GRANT PROGRAM
R 123-2012 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING NEW JERSEY
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 2012 MUNICIPAL AID FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT
OF $140,000.00 FOR ROSEDALE AVENUE RESURFACING
19. Unfinished Business
20. Approval of Vouchers
21. New Business
22. Adjournment
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