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Madison, NJ · April 1, 2013

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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) PAGE 23 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 22 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 21 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 20 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 19 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 18 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 17 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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, PAGE 16 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 15 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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. PAGE 14 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 13 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 12 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 11 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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: PAGE 10 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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. PAGE 9 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 8 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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. PAGE 7 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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. PAGE 6 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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. PAGE 5 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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 PAGE 4 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 Utilities … Mrs. Tsukamoto stated that environmental clean up work at this site is completed and construction can begin foundation work is done. .. Pg. 6 of 8 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 PAGE 3 OF 23 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2013 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: Pg. 3 of 8 PAGE 2 OF 23 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 LAST PRINTED 4/1/2013 11:48:00 AM1 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – APRIL 1, 2013 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 \ 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 LAST PRINTED 4/1/2013 11:48:00 AM Page 2 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – APRIL 1, 2013 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 LAST PRINTED 4/1/2013 11:48:00 AM Page 3 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – APRIL 1, 2013 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 LAST PRINTED 4/1/2013 11:48:00 AM Page 4

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