Mayor & Council
Regular MeetingMadison, NJ · April 1, 2013
Minutes
Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013
Public Works & Engineering 123,998.47
Community Affairs 8,321.81
Finance & Borough Clerk 2,790,955.05
Utilities 1,240,341.33
Total $4,195,322.93
The following roll call vote was recorded approving the aforementioned vouchers:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
NEW BUSINESS - None
ADJOURN
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 11:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth Osborne
Borough Clerk
Approved June 24, 2013 (EO)
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Foundation is hereby given permission to hold a fundraising gala at the Madison
Recreation Center Parking Lot, on May 18, 2013, between the hours of 7:00 p.m.
and 11:30 p.m. subject to such safety requirements as may be directed by the
Madison Police Department and/or Fire Department and all legal requirements
established by the Borough Attorney, including but not limited to the provision of an
insurance certificate naming the Borough of Madison
R 130-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON DECLARING
MAY DAY 2012 TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2013
WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator has recommended to the
Borough Council that the annual May Day event be held on Saturday, May 4, 2013
from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon; and
WHEREAS, the May Day event provides an annual opportunity for
volunteers to assist in the beautification and maintenance of our public places with
the support of the Department of Public Works, thereby fostering a sense of
community spirit; and
WHEREAS, similar to last year, the Downtown Development Commission
and the May Day committee are partnering with the Madison Ambulance Corps to
host an afternoon thank you party on May 4 for all volunteers that will include music,
food and regulated alcohol, with the organizations acquiring a Social Affairs permit
and approval from the Police Department; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council endorse and commend such activity for
the benefit of the Borough.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that May Day 2013 will be held
on Saturday, May 4, 2013.
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.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS
On motion by Mrs. Vitale seconded by Mrs. Tsukamoto 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 $25,740.48
Health & Public Assistance 5,965.79
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WHEREAS, the Borough has determined to place plaques on municipal
street sign posts to recognize the fifty-eight Madison residents who died in the line
of duty during World War I, World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator has recommended that the Council
approve the installation of memorial plaques on municipal street signs as listed on
the attached map.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey that Memorial plaques be
placed on certain municipal street sign posts to honor Madison residents who died
in the line of duty during World War I, World War II, the Korean War and the
Vietnam War, as listed on the attached map.
R 128-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
RAFFLES LICENSE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY WOMEN’S CENTER FOR
ENTREPRENEURSHIP CORP.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of
Morris, State of New Jersey, that the following applications for Raffles Licenses, to
be held as listed below, be and the same are hereby approved:
WOMEN’S CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP CORP.
I.D. No. 75-5-39994
R.A. No. 1275 – On-premise 50/50
R.A. No. 1276 - On-premise merchandise
May 15, 2013
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of the Findings and
Determination will be forwarded to the Legalized Games of Chance Control
Commission.
R 129-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING A
SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT TO ALLOW THE USE OF THE MADISON
RECREATION CENTER BY THE MADISON ATHLETIC FOUNDATION FOR A
GALA ON MAY 18, 2013
WHEREAS, the Madison Athletic Foundation has requested permission to
use the Madison Recreation Center Parking Lot on Saturday, May 18, 2013,
between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. for a fundraising gala; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator has recommended that such
permission be granted; 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 Madison Athletic
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such planting to be done under the direction of the Borough Engineer with the
advice of the Shade Tree Management Board.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Borough of Madison expresses its
gratitude to the Friends of Madison Shade Trees.
R 125-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
DONATION OF SURPLUS POLICE DEPARTMENT K-55 RADAR UNITS TO THE
UNION BEACH, NJ POLICE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Police Chief has advised the Council that the Borough has
surplus K-55 Radar units, which are no longer in use by the Police Department; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator has recommended that the surplus
K-55 Radar units be donated to the Union Beach, New Jersey Police Department,
which lost much of their equipment during Super Storm Sandy; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has concluded that it would be appropriate
to donate such surplus equipment as recommended;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris, in the State of New Jersey, that the surplus K-55
Radar units be donated to the Union Beach, New Jersey Police Department.
R 126-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
THE PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND THE GARDEN CLUB OF MADISON IN
COOPERATION WITH THE MADISON ROTARY CLUB TO INSTALL A
SPRINKLER SYSTEM AND ADDITIONAL PLANTINGS AT LIVESEY PARK
WHEREAS, the Parks Advisory Committee and the Garden Club of
Madison, in cooperation with the Madison Rotary Club, have requested permission
to install a sprinkler system and additional plantings at Livesey Park; and
WHEREAS, the Superintendent of the Public Works Department has
approved the project design and location of the sprinkler system; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined to grant this request and
accepts this generous donation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the request by the Parks
Advisory Committee and the Garden Club of Madison in cooperation with the
Madison Rotary Club to install a sprinkler system and additional plantings at Livesey
Park is hereby approved.
R 127-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
MEMORIAL PLAQUES ON MUNICIPAL STREET SIGN POSTS
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I.D. No. 274-5-26391
R.A. No. 1273 – On-premise 50/50
May 11, 2013
PTO TOREY J. SABATINI SCHOOL
I.D. No. 274-5-33160
R.A. No. 1274 – On-premise merchandise
June 14, 2013
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of the Findings and
Determination will be forwarded to the Legalized Games of Chance Control
Commission.
R 123-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON SUPPORTING
GRANT APPLICATION FOR FIREMAN’S FUND INSURANCE COMPANY GRANT
FOR A NEW HURST HYDRAULIC PUMP
WHEREAS, Fire Chief Louis DeRosa has recommended a grant application
to the a Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company Grant for a new Hurst hydraulic pump
for the Jaws of Life; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator has recommended that the Council
authorize the issuance of a letter of support of the grant application.
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 Mayor is hereby
authorized to issue a letter of support for a Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company
Grant application for a new Hurst hydraulic pump for the Jaws of Life.
R 124-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING
DONATION OF TREES AT THE MADISON RECREATION CENTER FROM THE
FRIENDS OF MADISON SHADE TREES
WHEREAS, the Friends of Madison Shade Trees have generously offered to
donate sixteen (16) trees to the Borough of Madison to be planted at the Madison
Recreation Center site; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has concluded that it would be in the best
interest of the Borough to accept the offer of the Friends of Madison Shade Trees to
donate the trees including the cost of planting them.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison in the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that the Borough
accepts the donation of the above described trees, and permission is granted for
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WHEREAS, the Madison Board of Health has requested the release of
$20,000.00 from the Jacob Henry Perkins Trust Fund (hereinafter “Perkins Trust
Fund”) to establish an emergency housing assistance fund to assist Madison
families affected by emergencies; and
WHEREAS, the Madison Board of Health, Office of Emergency
Management , Grace Episcopal Church and St. Vincent Martyr Roman Catholic
Church are working cooperatively to create a support network for Madison residents
displaced by emergencies; 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
WHEREAS, the governing body believes this is an appropriate use of a
portion of the existing accumulated income of the Perkins Trust to provide for an
emergency housing assistance fund to assist Madison families affected by
emergencies; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has certified that the accumulated
interest income of said Perkins Trust Fund can support this expenditure; and
WHEREAS, the governing body has determined to authorize such grant to
be used toward the establishment of an emergency housing assistance fund to
assist Madison families affected by emergencies.
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 $20,000.00 from the
accumulated income to be utilized to establish an emergency housing assistance
fund to assist Madison families affected by emergencies to be administered by the
Madison Board of Health in cooperation with the OEM Coordinator for the Borough
of Madison.
R 122-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
RAFFLES LICENSE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY PTO THE MADISON
JUNIOR SCHOOL AND THE PTO TOREY J. SABATINI SCHOOL
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of
Morris, State of New Jersey, that the following applications for Raffles Licenses, to
be held as listed below, be and the same are hereby approved:
PTO MADISON JUNIOR SCHOOL
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Madison, N.J., on Saturday, June 15, 2013, between the hours of 12:00 noon and
10:00 p.m. and on Sunday, June 16, 2013, between the hours of 12:00 noon and
6:00 p.m., and subject to receipt of a bond and of a Certificate of Liability Insurance
naming the Borough of Madison as an additional insured and such safety
requirements as may be directed by the Madison Police Department and/or Fire
Department, and the Rotary festival representatives having a community meeting
with the residents of Rexford Tucker Public Housing Complex and the officers of the
Madison Common Condominium Association. No fireworks will be allowed without
the express written consent of the Madison Fire Department.
R 120-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
SUBMISSION OF 2013 GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION TO THE MORRIS
COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION TRUST TO FACILITATE THE
ACQUISITION OF A HISTORIC FIRE TRUCK KNOWN AS ‘GERALDINE’
WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has recommended that the Borough authorize the
Mayor and Borough Clerk to submit a Grant Application to the Morris County
Historic Preservation Trust Fund 2013 Grant Program to facilitate the acquisition of
the historic 1921 Ahrens Fox Fire Truck ‘Geraldine’; and
WHEREAS, the “Friends of Geraldine” have privately raised approximately
$75,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined it is appropriate to
authorize the Mayor and Clerk to submit a matching Grant Application to the Morris
County Historic Preservation Trust Fund 2013 Grant Program for the acquisition of
the historic 1921 Ahrens Fox Fire Truck ‘Geraldine’.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that the Mayor and
Borough Clerk are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Borough to sign
and submit the Grant Application to the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust
Fund 2013 Grant Program for the acquisition of the historic 1921 Ahrens Fox Fire
Truck ‘Geraldine’.
R 121-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
GRANT FROM THE JACOB HENRY PERKINS TRUST ACCOUNT FOR THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF AN EMERGENCY HOUSING ASSISTANCE FUND IN THE
AMOUNT OF $20,000.00
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WHEREAS, the Senior Citizen Services Coordinator has recommended the
appointment of Edward Cooke to the position of substitute part-time Senior Citizen
Van Driver, contingent upon a satisfactory background check being received; and
WHEREAS, the Senior Citizen Services Coordinator has certified that
Edward Cooke was determined to be the most qualified for the position; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Offer has certified that funds are available in
Account 393, Subaccount 130, in the 2013 municipal budget for this purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that contingent upon a
satisfactory background check being received, Edward Cooke is hereby appointed
to the position of substitute part-time Senior Citizen Van Driver, effective on an as
needed basis.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Edward Cooke shall be compensated at
a salary in the amount of $15.00 per hour for up to 24 hours per week, as needed.
R 119-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING A
SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT TO ALLOW THE ROTARY CLUB OF MADISON TO
HOLD A FAMILY FESTIVAL ON JUNE 15 AND 16, 2013
WHEREAS, the Rotary Club of Madison has requested permission to utilize
175 Park Avenue, Madison, N.J. on Saturday, June 15, 2013, between the hours of
12:00 noon and 10:00 p.m. and on Sunday, June 16, 2013, between the hours of
12:00 noon and 6:00 p.m., for a Family Festival; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator and Police Chief have recommended
that such permission be granted; and
WHEREAS, the festival proceeds will support summer camp scholarships for
Union Beach, N.J. youth; and
WHEREAS, the Rotary Club has submitted a Special Event Permit
Application to the Borough as well as a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the
Borough of Madison as an additional named insured; 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 Rotary Club of
Madison is hereby given permission to hold a family festival at 175 Park Avenue,
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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 116-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON RATIFYING
APPOINTMENTS OF INTERNS MS. CAITLIN MORIARTY AND MS. MIDORI
TAGAWA TO THE SUMMER INTERN POSITIONS IN THE ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator has recommended the
appointment of Caitlin Moriarty and Midori Tagawa as part-time employees/
Summer Interns in the Department of Administration; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council agrees with this recommendation, and the
Chief Financial Officer has certified funds for this purpose are contained in the 2013
municipal budget.
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
Madison residents Ms. Caitlin Moriarty and Ms. Midori Tagawa as part-time
employees/ Summer Interns in the Department of Administration effective May 13,
2013, at the rate of pay of $9.00 per hour is hereby approved.
R 117-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON RATIFYING
APPOINTMENT OF ANDREW RUCKRIEGEL TO THE INTERN POSITION IN THE
MADISON FIRE DEPARTMENT EFFECTIVE MAY 20, 2013
WHEREAS, Fire Chief Louie DeRosa has recommended the appointment of
Andrew Ruckriegel to the position of Intern in the Madison Fire Department for 100
hours, 25 hours per week, at no compensation; 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 Andrew Ruckriegel
is hereby appointed to the position of Intern in the Madison Fire Department
effective May 20, 2013 for 100 hours, 25 hours per week, at no compensation.
R 118-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING
EDWARD COOKE AS PART TIME SENIOR CITIZEN VAN DRIVER
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20, 2013, as described herein is hereby approved, subject to any safety
requirements imposed by the Madison Police Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of Madison,
County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that it extends its sincere thanks and
appreciation to the dedicated coaches and volunteers who make this opportunity
possible.
R 115-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO HATCH MOTT MACDONALD, INC.
OF MILLBURN, NJ FOR AN ENVIRONMENTAL AND SITE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT AT BAYLEY ELLARD RECREATIONAL FIELDS IN THE AMOUNT NOT
TO EXCEED $34,000.00
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Borough
obtain
professional services from Hatch Mott MacDonald, Inc. for the NJDEP remediation
and improvement project at the Bayley Ellard recreational fields; 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 Engineer has determined and certified in writing
that the value of this acquisition will exceed $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Borough
Council award the Contract to Hatch Mott MacDonald, Inc. in an amount not to
exceed $34,000.00, for the NJDEP remediation and improvement project at the
Bayley Ellard recreational fields; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds will be
available in an amount not to exceed $34,000.00 for this purpose, from the
Municipal Open Space Trust Fund account.
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 Mayor and Borough Clerk are hereby authorized to
execute, on behalf of the Borough, a professional service contract for professional
engineering services with Hatch Mott MacDonald, Inc., for the NJDEP remediation
and improvement project at the Bayley Ellard recreational fields in an amount not to
exceed $34,000.00, such contract to be in a form approved by the Borough
Attorney.
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R 113-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON OPPOSING
STATE SENATE BILL S-2114/A-3327, PROHIBITING MUNICIPAL
REGISTRATION OF MULTI FAMILY DWELLINGS
WHEREAS, Senate Bill S-2114/A-3317, if adopted, would to prohibit any
municipal ordinance requiring municipal registration of multi-family dwellings, as
defined by statute as 3 or more units; and
WHEREAS, the discretion to register multi-family dwellings enables
municipalities to keep a timely inventory of multi-family dwellings in the community
and minimize the instances of overcrowding. This option assists municipalities in
effectively regulating the quality of housing in the community and should not be
preempted by State Legislation.
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 Borough of
Madison urges our State Legislators to oppose S-2114/ A-3317.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to
Senator Richard J. Codey, Assemblyman John F. McKeon, Assemblywoman Mila
M. Jasey, the New Jersey League of Municipalities and the Office of the Governor.
R 114-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
THE ANNUAL LITTLE LEAGUE PARADE TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, APRIL
20, 2013
WHEREAS, the Madison Little League has requested permission to hold its
annual Little League Parade on Saturday, April 20, 2013 to officially start their 2013
season; and
WHEREAS, the parade will begin at 12:00 Noon, and proceed on a route
approved by the Madison Borough Police Chief, said route beginning at the
intersection of Wilmer Street and Green Village Road, and continuing down Green
Village Road to Main Street, continuing east on Main Street, turning left onto
Greenwood Avenue, continuing down Greenwood Avenue, turning left on Chapel
Street where it will conclude at Dodge Field where there will be a brief ceremony at
the conclusion of the parade; and
WHEREAS, Police Chief Dachisen 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 the Madison
Little League to hold its annual Little League parade in Madison on Saturday, April
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WHEREAS, the Library Director has recommended that the Borough
appropriate $35,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund to study the
HVAC system at the Madison Free Public Library; and
WHEREAS, the approved 2013 Capital Budget will recognize this
expenditure; 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
$35,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $35,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund to study the
HVAC system at the Madison Free Public Library.
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 $35,000.00 is hereby appropriated from the
General Capital Improvement Fund to study the HVAC system at the Madison Free
Public Library.
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.
Mr. Catalanello moved that Ordinance 6-2013, which the Borough Clerk read by
title, be adopted. Ms. Baillie seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion,
and the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
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. Vitale moved adoption of the Resolutions listed on the Consent Agenda. Mrs.
Tsukamoto seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion and the motion
passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
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SECTION 1: The amount of $50,768.90 from the Reserve for Filtration
System in the Water Utility and $669,231.10 from the Water Capital Improvement
Fund is hereby appropriated for water main replacement of municipal roads
including portions of Ridgedale Avenue and Green Village Road.
SECTION 2: The capital 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 5-2013. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the invitation for discussion was closed.
Mr. Wolkowitz moved that Ordinance 5-2013, which was read by title, be finally
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, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 5-2013 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.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
The Clerk made the following statement:
Ordinance scheduled for introduction and first reading tonight will have a hearing
during the meeting of April 22, 2013 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 6-2013 for first reading and asked the Clerk to
read said ordinance by title:
ORDINANCE 6-2013
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $35,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND TO STUDY THE MADISON PUBLIC
LIBRARY HVAC SYSTEM
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SECTION 2: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 4-2013. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the invitation for discussion was closed.
Mr. Wolkowitz moved that Ordinance 4-2013, which was read by title, be finally
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, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 4-2013 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 5-2013
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $50,768.90 FROM THE RESERVE FOR
FILTRATION SYSTEM IN THE WATER UTILITY AND
$669,231.10 FROM THE WATER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FUND FOR WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT OF MUNICIPAL
ROADS INCLUDING PORTIONS OF RIDGEDALE AVENUE
AND GREEN VILLAGE ROAD
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Borough
appropriate $50,768.90 from the Reserve for Filtration System in the Water Utility
and $669,231.10 from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for water main
replacement on municipal roads including portions of Ridgedale Avenue and Green
Village Road; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the
funds in the Reserve for Filtration System in the Water Utility and Water Utility
Capital Improvement Fund in an amount not to exceed $720,000.00 for this
purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $50,768.90 from the Reserve for Filtration System in the Water Utility
and $669,231.10 from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for water main
replacement on municipal roads including portions of Ridgedale Avenue and Green
Village Road.
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:
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BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a certified copy of this ordinance
as introduced be filed with the Director of the Division of Local Government
Services within 5 days of introduction; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that a certified copy of this ordinance
upon adoption, with the recorded vote included thereon, be filed with said
Director within 5 days after such adoption.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 3-2013. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the invitation for discussion was closed.
Mr. Wolkowitz moved that Ordinance 3-2013, which was read by title, be finally
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, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 3-2013 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 4-2013
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON RESCINDING
ORDINANCE 42-2009 ESTABLISHING A STANDING FINANCE
COMMITTEE FOR JOINT MEETINGS WITH THE MADISON BOARD OF
EDUCATION
WHEREAS, Ordinance 42-2009, adopted August 10, 2009, established a
standing finance committee for quarterly joint meetings with the Madison Board of
Education; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator has recommended that Ordinance
42-2009 be rescinded effective March 25, 2013, because the Borough has been
meeting with the Board of Education members and representatives on a more
frequent basis and a Borough/Board of Education Shared Services Committee
meets on a regular monthly basis.
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 Ordinance 42-
2009 be rescinded; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of Madison, in
the County of Morris and the State of New Jersey, as follows:
SECTION 1: That Chapter 47, entitled "Standing Finance Committee for
Joint Meetings with the Madison Board of Education" of the Borough code be
amended to remove Chapter 47 in its entirety.
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Ordinance 6-2013 is listed for introduction later in the meeting.
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 March 11, 2013, 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 3-2013
CALENDAR YEAR 2013 ORDINANCE TO EXCEED THE MUNICIPAL
BUDGET APPROPRIATION LIMITS AND TO ESTABLISH A CAP BANK
(N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14)
WHEREAS, the Local Government Cap Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:4-45.1 et
seq., provides that in the preparation of its annual budget, a municipality
shall limit any increase in said budget to 2.0% unless authorized by
ordinance to increase it to 3.5% over the previous year’s final appropriations,
subject to certain exceptions; and
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.15a provides that a municipality may,
when authorized by ordinance, appropriate the difference between the
amount of its actual final appropriation and the 3.5% percentage rate as an
exception to its final appropriations in either of the next two succeeding
years; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council of the Borough of Madison in the
County of Morris finds it advisable and necessary to increase its CY 2013
budget by up to 3.5% over the previous year’s final appropriations, in the
interest of promoting the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council hereby determines that a 1.5%
increase in the budget for said year, amounting to $259,196 in excess of the
increase in final appropriations otherwise permitted by the Local Government
Cap Law, is advisable and necessary; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council; hereby determines that any
amount authorized hereinabove that is not appropriated as part of the final
budget shall be retained as an exception to final appropriation in either of the
next two succeeding years.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by the Borough Council of
the Borough of Madison, in the County of Morris, a majority of the full
authorized membership of this governing body affirmatively concurring, that,
in the CY 2013 budget year, the final appropriations of the Borough of
Madison shall, in accordance with this ordinance and N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14,
be increase by 3.5% amounting to $604,790 and that the CY 2013 municipal
budget for the Borough of Madison be approved and adopted in accordance
with this ordinance; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that any amount authorized
hereinabove that is not appropriated as part of the final budget shall be
retained as an exception to final appropriation in either of the next two
succeeding years; and
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Resolution R 121-2013 is prepared for Consent Agenda.
04/01/2013-6 ROTARY CLUB MADISON SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT
Mr. Codey noted a request from the Rotary Club of Madison to hold a Family Fun
Festival on June 15th and 16th at 175 Park Avenue with net proceeds to be donated
to hurricane relief in Union Beach. There was agreement to approve the request
subject to receipt of a bond and of a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the
Borough of Madison as an additional insured and such safety requirements as may
be directed by the Madison Police Department and/or Fire Department.
Resolution R 119-2013 is prepared for Consent Agenda.
04/01/2013-7 MADISON ATHLETIC FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING PLAN
Mr. Catalanello announced that the Madison Athletic Foundation (MAF) will hold a
tailgate party on Saturday, May 18th at the parking area of the turf fields. Tickets will
cost $50.00 and are limited to 400. The event will feature a cash bar, auction and
raffles. More information is available on the MAF website.
Resolution R 129-2013 is prepared for Consent Agenda.
Mayor Conley thanked the members of the MAF for their efforts regarding
fundraising for the turf fields. Mayor Conley presented a power point presentation
regarding fund raising and user fees to date and projected fundraising to pay the
debt service and continue maintenance of the turf fields.
04/01/2013-8 MUNICIPAL OPEN SPACE FUND
There was lengthy discussion regarding the proposed municipal budget with regard
to the Open Space Trust fund tax to be levied in 2013. Mr. Wolkowitz explained
options regarding the Open Space Trust Fund tax noting that the $0.02 per $100 of
assessed value could be left as it is, decreased to collect the same total amount as
before the revaluation of properties or decrease to cover bonding for the fields and
have $100,000 remaining for additional projects. Mr. Wolkowitz recommended
having an automatic trigger to raise or lower tax as needed. Ms. Baillie noted the
importance of supporting other projects. Mrs. Tsukamoto asked for clarification of
bonding terms. Mrs. Vitale noted projects completed with Open Space Tax funds.
Mayor Conley summarized the issues, noting the question of how much free
balance to have, an automatic adjustment for refunding, user and rental fees. Mr.
Wolkowitz recommended $100,000 as a balance. Mrs. Tsukamoto noted that
Council needs to know projects that may be considered. Mr. Landrigan moved to
collect $100,000 of open space tax funds above money needed for the debt service,
Ms. Baillie seconded the motion which passed with the following roll call vote
recorded:
Yeas: Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: Mr. Catalanello
Abstain: Mrs. Tsukamoto
04/01/2013-9 APPROPRIATION OF $35,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO STUDY THE MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY
HVAC SYSTEM
There was agreement to list an ordinance for introduction to appropriate $35,000.00
from the General Capital Improvement fund to study the Library HVAC system.
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Sam Cerciello, Park Avenue, asked for clarification of Resolution R 115-2013, a
professional service contract for professional engineering services with Hatch Mott
MacDonald, Inc., for the NJDEP remediation and improvement project at the Bayley
Ellard recreational fields
Sandy Kolakowski, Park Avenue, asked that the Open Space Trust fund remain at
$0.02 per $100 of assessed property values to help reduce the debt on the turf
fields.
Thomas Haralampoudis, Pomeroy Road, asked that there be an opportunity to
discuss the Open Space Trust fund tax before the adoption the municipal budget.
Mr. Haralampoudis asked for clarification of Resolution R 113-2013, urging our
State Legislators to oppose S-2114/ A-3317, prohibiting any municipal ordinance
requiring municipal registration of multi-family dwellings.
AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
04/01/2013-1 INSTALLATION OF MEMORIAL PLAQUES ON MUNICIPAL
STREET SIGN POSTS
Former Mayor Jack Dunne addressed the Mayor and Council regarding the
installation of Memorial Plaques on Municipal Street Sign Posts, providing a list of
Madison’ Veterans that lost their lives, information on proposed locations and a
sample of the plaque. There was agreement to list a resolution approving the
request on the consent agenda.
Resolution R 127-2013 is prepared for Consent Agenda.
04/01/2013-2 Item removed
04/01/2013-3 ONLINE UTILITY PAYMENT SERVICE CHARGE
Mrs. Tsukamoto encouraged residents to use the on-line payment system for utility
bills, as this is the most cost effective method. The one dollar fee previously charged
by the service provider will now be paid by the Borough. This information will be
publicized in the next utility billing cycle, as well as on the Borough website.
04/01/2013-4 FIREMAN’S FUND INSURANCE COMPANY GRANT
APPLICATION
Mr. Codey noted a request from Fire Chief Louis DeRosa to authorize the Mayor to
write a letter in support of the Fire Department application for a Fireman’s grant for a
new Hurst hydraulic pump for the Jaws of Life. There was agreement to list a
resolution approving the request on the consent agenda.
Resolution R 123-2013 is prepared for Consent Agenda.
04/01/2013-5 JACOB HENRY PERKINS TRUST FUND REQUEST
Mr. Landrigan explained that the Madison Board of Health has been working
cooperatively with Grace Episcopal Church and St. Vincent’s Church to establish a
support network of services to assist Madison families affected by emergencies. Mr.
Landrigan asked that $ 20,000.00 be allocated from the Jacob Henry Perkins Trust
Fund to create an emergency housing assistance fund to be administered by the
Board of Health. There was no objection to listing a resolution on the consent
agenda.
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R 125-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
DONATION OF SURPLUS POLICE DEPARTMENT K-55 RADAR UNITS TO THE
UNION BEACH, NJ POLICE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Police Chief has advised the Council that the Borough has
surplus K-55 Radar units, which are no longer in use by the Police Department; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator has recommended that the surplus
K-55 Radar units be donated to the Union Beach, New Jersey Police Department,
which lost much of their equipment during Super Storm Sandy; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has concluded that it would be appropriate
to donate such surplus equipment as recommended;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris, in the State of New Jersey, that the surplus K-55
Radar units be donated to the Union Beach, New Jersey Police Department.
Flag Exchange with Mayor Smith from Union Beach.
Presentation of check for $906.00 from Mayor Conley to Mayor Smith representing
funds raised by the 5th Graders at the Torey J. Sabatini School at a combined PTO
Family Fun Bingo Night and Art Show.
Mayor Conley announced several upcoming events that are scheduled in the near
future with the proceeds to benefit Union Beach:
1) On Saturday, April 6th, there will be a Book Sale at the Madison
Community House, 25 Cook Avenue, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to
support Union Beach Memorial School.
2) There will be a town-wide Garage Sale on Saturday, April 20th.
3) On June 15th and 16th, there will be a Rotary Festival on the Realogy
site at 175 Park Avenue.
There is also a new initiative for the children of Union Beach, at no cost, to attend
three YMCA camps this summer for a one-week camp experience with help from
the community and the Community Foundation.
Union Beach Council Member Charles Cocuzza thanked the Mayor and Council
members for their continued support
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS- none
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.
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Jersey that administers a relief fund for first responders. Mr. Landrigan noted that he
is working to organize a program to help residents in an emergency, such as a
house fire, and has coordinated a pilot program through the health department.
There is a resolution listed on the Consent Agenda to set aside $20,000 from the
Jacob Henry Perkins trust fund for those in need, to be administered by the Health
Department.
Public Safety
Ms. Baillie, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Ms. Baillie reported that at a recent gun buyback program held at the former Bayley
Ellard School, cosponsored by Morris County, 253 weapons were returned in
Madison, including hand guns and fully automatic rifles for a total of $49,000 given
to participants.
Finance and Borough Clerk
Mr. Wolkowitz, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Mr. Wolkowitz announced that petitions were filed by the following candidates for
Council positions in the Primary election to be held June 4th. For the Republican
ballot: residents Diane Driscoll, Eric Range, Patrick Rowe, Carmen Pico and Council
Member Catalanello. For the Democratic ballot: residents Maureen Byrne and
Jeffrey Gertler. On April 12th at 3:00 p.m., there will be held a ballot drawing to
determine position on the ballots, all are welcome to attend. Mr. Wolkowitz noted
that the introduced municipal budget has been submitted to the State and
comments have been received. The hearing and adoption of the budget is
scheduled for April 22, 2013.
GREETINGS TO PUBLIC
Mayor Conley made the following comments:
Cablevision will be broadcasting the Madison Council Meetings on Public Access
Channel 21 on Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. starting April 1st.
Union Beach Flag Ceremony
The Honorable Mayor Paul J. Smith, Jr and Councilman Charles Cocuzza of the
Borough of Union Beach were presented with a flag of the Borough of Madison and
Madison will receive a flag from Union Beach. Mayor Smith thanked the residents of
Madison for their continued support.
The Madison Police Department wishes to donate three surplus K-55 Radar units
that are no longer in use to the Union Beach Police Department, as much of their
equipment was damaged by Superstorm Sandy.
Mrs. Vitale moved adoption of Resolution R 125-2013. Mrs. Tsukamoto seconded the
motion. There was no Council discussion and the motion passed with the following roll
call vote recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
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Utilities
… Mrs. Tsukamoto stated that environmental clean up work at this
site is completed and construction can begin foundation work is
done. ..
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ORDINANCE 2-2013
Mr. Catalanello Mrs. Tsukamoto moved that Ordinance 2-2013,
which was read by title, be finally adopted. Ms. Baillie Mrs. Vitale
seconded the motion. …
Mrs. Tsukamoto seconded the motion, which passed with the following roll call vote
recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Health
Mrs. Vitale of the Committee made the following comments:
Mrs. Vitale reported that the second food handlers’ course is being held this
evening. Mrs. Vitale noted that this is a very busy time for the Health Department.
Utilities
Mrs. Tsukamoto, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Mrs. Tsukamoto reported that the Electric Department continues to make
permanents repairs to storm damaged equipment. The Water Department reports
that a water main break on Grove Street was repaired quickly and EPA mandated
regulated contamination testing has been completed. We expect a report of results
shortly. Monthly water sample testing was conducted on March 18th and we are
meeting all requirements.
Public Works and Engineering
Mr. Catalanello, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Mr. Catalanello reported that mulch delivery will begin this Friday. Residents can
schedule a deliver directly with the Department of Public Works and pot hole repairs
continue daily.
Community Affairs
Mr. Landrigan, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Mr. Landrigan reported that the Thursday Morning Club will hold a book fair on
Saturday, April 6th in support of Union Beach. On Saturday April 13th at the Madison
Senior Center the Senior Services will hold an Open House, ‘Editing Your Life’, from
10: a.m. to 1:00 p.m. On Saturday, April 20th, the Madison Little League will hold its
annual parade and season opening and Saturday, May 4th is May Day in Madison,
with food and refreshments served at the Ambulance Corp. afterwards.
Mr. Landrigan also reported that he received a letter from a Councilmember in
Union Beach asking for assistance in restocking supplies for two ambulances lost in
Super Storm Sandy. Mr. Landrigan will work with the Community Foundation of New
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PERSONNEL MATTERS (3)
APPOINT SUMMER INTERNS
FIRE DEPARTMENT INTERN
SUBSTITUTE VAN DRIVER
Date of public disclosure 90 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
POTENTIAL LITIGATION MATTERS (1)
E.G. HELLER PROPERTY
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
ATTORNEY –CLIENT PRIVILEGE (1)
EDITORIAL LETTERS
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
Seconded: Mrs. Tsukamoto
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
Mrs. Vitale moved approval of the Executive Minutes of February 25, 2013. Mrs.
Tsukamoto seconded the motion, which passed with the following roll call vote
recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
Mrs. Vitale moved approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of January 28, 2013.
Mrs. Tsukamoto seconded the motion, which passed with the following roll call vote
recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
Mrs. Vitale moved approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 11, 2013.
Mrs. Tsukamoto seconded the motion, which passed with the following roll call vote
recorded:
Yeas: Mrs. Tsukamoto, Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan,
Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz
Nays: None
Mrs. Vitale moved approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 25, 2013,
with the following corrections:
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
BOROUGH OF MADISON
April 1, 2013 - 7 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Madison was held
on the 1st day of April, 2013. 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 3, 2013. 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
Robert G. Catalanello
Robert Landrigan
Carmela Vitale
Astri J. Baillie
Benjamin Wolkowitz
Also Present:
Raymond M. Codey, Borough Administrator
James E. Burnet, Assistant Borough Administrator
Elizabeth Osborne, Borough Clerk
Matthew J. Giacobbe, Esq. Borough Attorney
AGENDA REVIEW
There was approval of the Regular and Executive Agenda.
READING OF CLOSED SESSION RESOLUTION
Mrs. Vitale moved:
RESOLVED, that the meeting be adjourned to an Executive Session to consider the
following matters:
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL (1)
February 25, 2013 Executive
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
CONTRACT MATTERS (1)
BAYLEY ELLARD FIELD
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
Agenda
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
APRIL 1, 2013
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 1, 2013
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
8. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
9. GREETING TO PUBLIC
Union Beach Flag Ceremony
10. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES
Health Carmela Vitale/Jeannie Tsukamoto
Utilities Jeannie Tsukamoto/Carmela Vitale
Public Works and Engineering Robert Catalanello/ Astri Baillie
Community Affairs Robert Landrigan/Robert Catalanello
Public Safety Astri J. Baillie/Benjamin Wolkowitz
Finance and Borough Clerk Benjamin Wolkowitz/Robert Landrigan
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
12. INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (1 of 2)
13. AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
04/01/2013-1 INSTALLATION OF MEMORIAL PLAQUES ON MUNICIPAL STREET
SIGN POSTS
R 127-2013 Prepared for Consent Agenda
04/01/2013-2 ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE POSSESSION OR CONSUMPTION OF
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES BY UNDERAGE PERSONS ON PRIVATE PROPERTY
Ord. 6-2013 Listed for Introduction
04/01/2013-3 ONLINE UTILITY PAYMENT SERVICE CHARGE
04/01/2013-4 FIREMAN’S FUND INSURANCE COMPANY GRANT APPLICATION
R 123-2013 Prepared for Consent Agenda
04/01/2013-5 JACOB HENRY PERKINS TRUST FUND REQUEST
R 121-2013 Prepared for Consent Agenda
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04/01/2013-6 ROTARY CLUB MADISON SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT
R 119-2013 Prepared for Consent Agenda
04/01/2013-7 MADISON ATHLETIC FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING PLAN
R 129-2013 Prepared for Consent Agenda
04/01/2013-8 MUNICIPAL OPEN SPACE FUND
04/01/2013-9 APPROPRIATION OF $35,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND TO STUDY THE MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY HVAC SYSTEM
Ord. 7-2013 Listed for Introduction
14. ORDINANCES FOR HEARING
ORDINANCE 3-2013
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON RESCINDING
ORDINANCE 42-2009 ESTABLISHING A STANDING FINANCE
COMMITTEE FOR JOINT MEETINGS WITH THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
ORDINANCE 4-2013
CALENDAR YEAR 2013 ORDINANCE TO EXCEED THE MUNICIPAL BUDGET
APPROPRIATION LIMITS AND TO ESTABLISH A CAP BANK (N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14)
ORDINANCE 5-2013
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$50,768.90 FROM THE RESERVE FOR FILTRATION SYSTEM IN THE
WATER UTILITY AND $669,231.10 FROM THE WATER CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT OF
MUNICIPAL ROADS INCLUDING PORTIONS OF RIDGEDALE AVENUE
AND GREEN VILLAGE ROAD
16. INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (2 of 2)
17. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
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ORDINANCE 6-2013
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$35,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO
STUDY THE MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY HVAC SYSTEM
18. CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
R 113-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON OPPOSING STATE SENATE
BILL S-2114/A-3327, PROHIBITING MUNICIPAL REGISTRATION OF MULTI FAMILY
DWELLINGS
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R 114-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING THE ANNUAL
LITTLE LEAGUE PARADE TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2013
R 115-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO HATCH MOTT MACDONALD, INC. OF
MILLBURN, NJ FOR AN ENVIRONMENTAL AND SITE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AT
BAYLEY ELLARD RECREATIONAL FIELDS IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $34,000.00
R 116-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON RATIFYING
APPOINTMENTS OF INTERNS MS. CAITLIN MORIARTY AND MS. MIDORI TAGAWA TO
THE SUMMER INTERN POSITIONS IN THE ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
R 117-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON RATIFYING APPOINTMENT
OF ANDREW RUCKRIEGEL TO THE INTERN POSITION IN THE MADISON FIRE
DEPARTMENT EFFECTIVE MAY 20, 2013
R 118-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING EDWARD
COOKE AS PART TIME SENIOR CITIZEN VAN DRIVER
R 119-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING A SPECIAL
EVENT PERMIT TO ALLOW THE ROTARY CLUB OF MADISON TO HOLD A FAMILY
FESTIVAL ON JUNE 15 AND 16, 2013
R 120-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
SUBMISSION OF 2013 GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION TO THE MORRIS COUNTY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION TRUST TO FACILITATE THE ACQUISITION OF A HISTORIC
FIRE TRUCK KNOWN AS ‘GERALDINE’
R 121-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING GRANT
FROM THE JACOB HENRY PERKINS TRUST ACCOUNT FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF
AN EMERGENCY HOUSING ASSISTANCE FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000.00
R 122-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING RAFFLES
LICENSE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY PTO THE MADISON JUNIOR SCHOOL AND THE
PTO TOREY J. SABATINI SCHOOL
R 123-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON SUPPORTING GRANT
APPLICATION FOR FIREMAN’S FUND INSURANCE COMPANY GRANT FOR A NEW
HURST HYDRAULIC PUMP
R 124-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING DONATION OF
TREES AT THE MADISON RECREATION CENTER FROM THE FRIENDS OF MADISON
SHADE TREES
R 125-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING DONATION
OF SURPLUS POLICE DEPARTMENT K-55 RADAR UNITS TO THE UNION BEACH, NJ
POLICE DEPARTMENT
R 126-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING THE PARK
ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND THE GARDEN CLUB OF MADISON IN COOPERATION WITH
THE MADISON ROTARY CLUB TO INSTALL A SPRINKLER SYSTEM AND ADDITIONAL
PLANTINGS AT LIVESEY PARK
R 127-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING MEMORIAL
PLAQUES ON MUNICIPAL STREET SIGN POSTS
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R 128-2013 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING RAFFLES
LICENSE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY WOMEN’S CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP
CORP.
19. Unfinished Business
20. Approval of Vouchers
21. New Business
22. Adjournment
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