Mayor & Council

MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON April 11, 2014 - 5 p.m. CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Madison was held on the 11th day of April, 2014. Mayor Conley called the meeting to order at 5:00 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 2, 2014. 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: Robert G. Catalanello Robert Landrigan Carmela Vitale Astri J. Baillie Benjamin Wolkowitz Patrick W. Rowe Also Present: James E. Burnet, Assistant Borough Administrator Elizabeth Osborne, Borough Clerk Matthew J. Giacobbe, Esq. Borough Attorney Absent: Raymond M. Codey, Borough Administrator, excused AGENDA REVIEW There was approval of the Regular and Executive Agenda. READING OF CLOSED SESSION RESOLUTION Mr. Landrigan moved: RESOLVED, that the meeting be adjourned to an Executive Session to consider the following matters: MINUTES FOR APPROVAL (1) March 10, 2014 Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required. CONTRACT MATTERS (6) IBEW LABOR NEGOTIATIONS PBA LABOR NEGOTIATIONS MADISON DOG PARK Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 GREEN VILLAGE ROAD SCHOOL PROPERTY UPDATE AGREEMENT TO RESOLVE DIFFERENCES ELECTRIC LINE CLEARANCE Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required. PERSONNEL MATTERS (5) EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II ELECTRIC UTILITY SUMMER INTERNS FARMERS’ MARKET PROGRAM COORDINATOR, PROGRAM ASST PART-TIME CLERK-CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT Date of public disclosure 90 days after conclusion, if disclosure required. Seconded: Mr. Catalanello Vote: Approved by voice vote RECONVENE IN COUNCIL CHAMBER Mayor Conley reconvened the Regular Meeting at 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber with all members present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ms. Baillie moved approval of the Executive Minutes of March 10, 2014. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion, which passed with the following roll call vote recorded: Yeas: Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe Nays: None GREETINGS TO PUBLIC Mayor Conley made the following comments: The Madison Public Library would like to thank the public for its patience during the recent closing for an abatement project. This work was done in preparation for installation of a new HVAC system later in the year. The Library is now open during regular hours. The Borough of Madison is now accepting applications for the position of School Crossing Guard. The position is a PT position, with a salary range of $7.37 to $16.31 per hour. Interested applicants MUST complete a Borough application available in the Borough Clerk’s office, 50 Kings Road, Madison, NJ or on-line at the Borough’s website PROCLAMATION: Mayor Conley presented a Proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month – April 2014, to Drew University student Caroline O’Leary. Proclamation of the B o r o u g h o f M a d i s on Proclaiming PAGE 2 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 Sexual Assault Awareness Month April 2014 WHEREAS, Sexual Assault Awareness Month calls attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and impacts every community member of the Borough of Madison; and WHEREAS, we must work together to educate our community about sexual violence prevention, supporting survivors and speaking out against harmful attitudes and actions; and WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison strongly supports the efforts of national, state and local partners and of every citizen, to actively engage in public and private efforts to prevent sexual violence. It is time for all of us to take appropriate action and support one another to create a safer environment for all; and WHEREAS, Drew University student Caroline O’Leary and the New Social Engine Club of Drew University will hold a Victims of Sexual Assault Awareness Walk on Saturday, April 26, 2014, to raise awareness of sexual assault; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert H. Conley, Mayor of the Borough of Madison, on behalf of the governing body, do hereby proclaim April 2014 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and join communities across the country to prevent sexual violence. ____________________________________ Robert H. Conley, Mayor April 11, 2014 REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Health Mr. Landrigan of the Committee made the following comments: The Madison Health Department will hold a women’s cancer screening clinic on May 12, 2014, for residents 18 years and older. Please contact the Health Department for an appointment Public Works and Engineering Mr. Catalanello, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments: The Public Works Department continues filling pot holes with hot material and started more extensive repair work on Danforth Road. The staff is also installing a generator at the Treadwell pump station and in two weeks will install a new dry pit pump at the Candlewood pump station. Utilities Mrs. Vitale, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments: The Water Department continues to perform mark outs for building construction, as well as, meter replacements and installations. The Water Department continues chlorine maintenance at wells and water sampling. Mrs. Vitale thanked Police Officer Chad Rybka for his work on the ‘Every 15 Minutes” presentation held at the Madison High School. Public Safety Ms. Baillie, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments: PAGE 3 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 Ms. Baillie congratulated newly appointed volunteer firefighter Evan Webb and noted that on Wednesday, April 9th the New Jersey Tree Recovery Campaign provided free tree seedlings to Madison residents. The Community Gardens Committee received 24 seedlings as well. Finance and Borough Clerk Mr. Wolkowitz, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments: The Borough has reached an agreement with the Police Benevolent Association and Superior Officers Association regarding contract negotiations which fall under the 2% cap as required by statute. Mr. Wolkowitz noted that 73 tax appeals have been filed to date, fewer than last year. Mr. Landrigan noted a final meeting was with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and it appears the Borough will receive $800,000 owed for reimbursement of costs incurred during the Super Storm Sandy, in additional to the $400,000 already received. Community Affairs Mr. Rowe, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments: The last AARP tax counseling day was held on April 9th. In the course of nine sessions, over 200 people were assisted by 11 volunteers, with all appointment slots filled during the final 5 sessions. Mr. Rowe noted that the Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Development Commission will re-introduce the Madison Access project. Originally developed in 2006 as part of the Mayors Wellness Campaign, the effort involves teams visiting Madison businesses to increase awareness of inexpensive ways to accommodate older shoppers, citizens with disabilities and families with strollers or carriages. The Downtown Development Commission reports that the Taste of Madison was by all accounts, a huge success, and tonight we have on the Consent Agenda a request to put up several mocked-up signs as the next step towards phase one of the Wayfinding Program. The DDC will launch the first performance of Sidewalk Sounds, a new performance series on the sidewalks of downtown. The concerts will be held every Thursday evening from May to September. Saturday, May 3rd is May Day, and the DDC and QUEST will hold another Bowling Fundraiser for the Madison YMCA on April 17th at the Plaza Lanes. Participants can bowl for two hours, dine on free pizza and soft drinks, and support a great cause. Anyone interested in attending should contact Laura Cole of the DDC. Mr. Rowe reported that the Madison Chamber of Commerce will hold their spring Sidewalk Sale and Merchant Open House on April 26th. BUDGET HEARING Mayor opened the meeting to the public for their opportunity to ask questions and make comments on the proposed municipal budget. John Hoover, Overhill Drive, stated his approval of the proposed municipal budget and asked that Council members not use the editorial pages for discussion. Joseph Balweirczak, Beech Avenue, noted his opinion of the proposed budget as a solid budget and thanked those who have work to produce it. Mr. Balweirczak noted that the Morris County Freeholders passed their budget unanimously. Sandy Kolakowski, Park Avenue, provided her observation of the budgeting process, noting she is happy to wait until new energy contracts have been utilized. Ms. Kolakowski also noted that repair of the roadways is more of a concern and agrees with using utility surplus. PAGE 4 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 Since no other member of the public wished to be heard, the invitation for public comment was closed. R 111-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON TO AMEND INTRODUCED BUDGET Mr. Wolkowitz moved that Resolution R 111-2014, which Mayor Conley read by title, be finally adopted. Mr. Landrigan seconded the motion. Mr. Rowe noted that moving forward he would prefer to see the expense for 'Rosenet - Website', which is the cost of the Borough's IT Dept., be included in the Operating, not Electric Utility Budget. There was no further Council discussion, and the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded: Yeas: Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe Nays: None R 112-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ADOPTING THE 2014 BUDGET AND TAX RESOLUTION Mr. Wolkowitz moved that Resolution R 112-2014, which Mayor Conley read by title, be finally adopted. Mr. Landrigan seconded the motion. Mr. Rowe thanked the administrative team, and Mr. Burnet in particular, for their hard work on the budget. He noted that he would be voting No because he did not believe that the budget struck the right balance between the needs of the municipality and the taxpayer. He supports the use of additional surplus from the Electric Utility for Capital Projects, but not the large increase in the Operating Budget. He was also disappointed that Council chose not to reduce electric rates at a time when the borough's cost of purchasing electricity was dropping significantly. Ms. Baillie noted her support of the municipal budget, as proposed, and thanked the Administration for the hard work. Mrs. Vitale noted that Council has discussed the budget for months, beginning in August and is pleased that the tax rate is held at a zero increase. Mrs. Vitale thanked Mr. Burnet and Mr. Codey for their efforts. Mr. Catalanello stated that he had asked for a zero tax rate increase last year and noted his concern regarding the revaluation and its effect on the municipal budget. Mr. Catalanello also noted that he asked that there be a small increase in pay for the crossing guards and noted his support for a program to reduce electric utility bills for senior residents but urge other residents be included . Mr. Catalanello thanked the Administration for their work on the proposed budget. Mr. Landrigan stated that he feels that the Council is on the right track regarding capital improvements and indicated he will be voting for the proposed budget. Mr. Wolkowitz provided a summary of the proposed budget including a zero percent tax increase and the allocation of $3.5 million for capital projects. Mr. Wolkowitz noted a proposed electric utility rebate program, noting more information will be forthcoming. There was no further Council discussion, and the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded: PAGE 5 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 Yeas: Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz Nays: Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Rowe 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. Since no member of the public wished to be heard, the invitation for public comment was closed. AGENDA DISCUSSIONS 04/11/2014-1 REQUEST FROM OPEN SPACE TRUST FUND FOR WALKING-HIKING TRAILS AT THE MADISON RECREATION CENTER Ms. Baillie provided information regarding a request through the MRC Passive Use Advisory Committee for funding from the Open Space Trust Fund for walking-hiking trails for certain areas at the Madison Recreation Center. There was agreement to authorize up to $12,500.00 from the Municipal Open Space Trust Fund for walking- hiking trails. Resolution R 120-2014 is listed on the Consent Agenda 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 24, 2014, 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 6-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ADOPTING A REDEVELOPMENT PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-7 FOR 39 GREEN VILLAGE ROAD WHEREAS, on December 9, 2013, the Council adopted Resolution No. 328- 2013 which determined a certain delineated area, commonly known as 39 Green Village Road, and designated as Block 3001, Lot 23 on the Borough tax maps, to be an area “in need of rehabilitation” as defined in N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-14; and WHEREAS, on January 27, 2014, the Council adopted Resolution No. 50- 2014 which authorized and directed the Planning Board to prepare a redevelopment plan for the delineated area in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-7; and PAGE 6 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 WHEREAS, the Planning Board has prepared a proposed redevelopment plan for the delineated area in need of rehabilitation and by motion at the Planning Board’s March 4, 2014 meeting, has transmitted it to the Council with a recommendation that it be adopted. The proposed redevelopment plan meets all of the requirements of N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-7 and the area governed by the Plan is the same area as defined in Resolution No. 328-2013. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the governing body of the Borough of Madison that the Redevelopment Plan for 39 Green Village Road is hereby approved. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that the Borough Clerk forward a true copy of the adopted ordinance to the Morris County Planning Board pursuant to NJSA 40:55D-16, and publish said notice in accordance with NJSA 40:49-2.d. Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 6-2014. Since no member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed. Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 6-2014, 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: Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe Nays: None Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 6-2014 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. Since no member of the public wished to be heard, the invitation for public comment was closed. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES The Clerk made the following statement: Ordinances scheduled for introduction and first reading tonight will have a hearing during the meeting of April 28, 2014 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 ordinances for first reading and asked the Clerk to read said ordinance by title: PAGE 7 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 ORDINANCE 7-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ADOPTING AN AMENDED REDEVELOPMENT PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-7 WHEREAS, on August 22, 2011, the Mayor and Council adopted Resolution No. 192-2011 which determined a certain delineated area to be a “Redevelopment Area” as defined in N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-3; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Ordinance 32-2011, the Mayor and Council adopted a plan for redevelopment of the Redevelopment Area entitled the “Green Village School Redevelopment Plan;” and WHEREAS, the Borough’s Planner has proposed revisions to the Green Village School Redevelopment Plan by way of an amendment to the Green Village School Redevelopment Plan dated April 2014 (the “April 2014 Amended Green Village School Redevelopment Plan” or “Amended Plan”), which will supersede the aforementioned Green Village School Redevelopment Plan; and WHEREAS, on April 11, 2014, the Mayor and Council, by Resolution No. 127-2014, referred the proposed Amended Plan to the Madison Planning Board, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-7, for review and report thereon; and WHEREAS, the proposed Amended Plan meets all of the requirements of N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-7; and WHEREAS, the area governed by the Amended Plan is the same as defined in Resolution No. 192-2011. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the “April 2014 Amended Green Village School Redevelopment Plan” is hereby adopted and it shall replace and supersede the previous Plan adopted by Ordinance 32-2011. Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 7-2014, which the Borough Clerk read by title, be adopted. Mr. Wolkowitz seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded: Yeas: Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe 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. Mr. Landrigan moved adoption of the Resolutions listed on the Consent Agenda. PAGE 8 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion and the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded: Yeas: Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe Nays: None R 113-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING RAFFLES LICENSE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY SOUTHEAST PROJECT COMMUNITY PRIDE, INC. BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the following application for Raffles License, to be held as listed below, be and the same is hereby approved: SOUTHEAST PROJECT COMMUNITY PRIDE, INC. I.D. No. 274-5-29399 R.A. No. 1310 – On premise May 10, 2014 R 114-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH THE PBA LOCAL 92 AND PBA LOCAL 92 SOA WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison (“Borough”) commenced collective negotiations with the PBA Local 92 and PBA Local 92 SOA bargaining unit; and WHEREAS, the Borough was able to successfully negotiate a Memorandum of Agreement/Understanding with PBA Local 92 and PBA Local 92 SOA; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council having considered the specific terms and conditions contained in the Memorandum of Agreement for the above noted bargaining unit; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED as follows: 1. The Mayor and Council approve the memorandum of agreement for the above-bargaining unit and the terms and conditions specifically set forth in the agreement; and 2. The Mayor and Council direct Labor Counsel to incorporate the Memorandum of Agreement into the appropriate collective bargaining agreement as soon as practicable; and 3. The Mayor and Council hereby authorize the Borough Administrator, and Mayor to execute the finalized collective bargaining agreement without further action being necessary; and PAGE 9 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 4. The Mayor and Council authorize the Borough Administrator to effectuate the collective bargaining agreement upon execution by all necessary parties to the collective bargaining agreement. R 115-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING CONTRACT TO ASPLUNDH TREE EXPERT CO. OF HORSHAM, PA FOR ELECTRIC LINE CLEARANCE SERVICES WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison publicly advertised for bids for electric line clearance for 2014 and 2015 (the "Contract") in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and WHEREAS, Asplundh Tree Expert Co. submitted the lowest bid in the amount of $129.14 per hour for approximately 12 weeks beginning June 2014 and June 2015; and WHEREAS, the Electric Utility Superintendent has recommended that the Contract be awarded to Asplundh Tree Expert Co., in the amount of $129.14 per hour, not to exceed a total cost of $65,000.00 per year with the contract for 2015 contingent on funding availability; and WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds will be available in an amount not to exceed $129.14 per hour for 12 weeks, for a total cost not to exceed $65,000.00 per year for this purpose from the Electric Department Operating Budget, subject to funding availability for the second year of the contract in 2015. The 2014 funding is available in Account 502/214. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows: 1. The contract for electric line clearance for 2014 and 2015 is hereby awarded to Asplundh Tree Expert Co., based upon its bid in the amount of $129.14 per hour, not to exceed a total cost of $65,000.00 per year, with the contract for 2015 conditioned on availability of funding. 2. The Mayor and Borough Clerk are hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the Borough to enter into the contract with Asplundh Tree Expert Co., in a form acceptable to the Borough Attorney. R 116-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING ADDITIONAL LIVERY OWNER'S LICENSE NO. 14-18 FOR MADISON LIMOUSINE SERVICE WHEREAS, in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 173 of the Borough Code, application for an additional Livery License has been made by Michael Lekas, t/a Madison Limousine Service; and PAGE 10 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 WHEREAS, the above applicant has complied with all requirements of the State Law and above-mentioned Ordinance; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the following additional Livery License be issued to Michael Lekas, t/a Madison Limousine Service 2014 LICENSE NO. NAME Vehicle 14-18 Michael Lekas 1 Livery Madison Limousine Service R117-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING RAFFLES LICENSE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY PTO CENTRAL AVENUE SCHOOL BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the following application for Raffles License, to be held as listed below, be and the same are hereby approved: PTO CENTRAL AVENUE SCHOOL I.D. No. 274-5-23982 R.A. No. 1309 – On Premise May 1, 2014 R 118-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON CONFIRMING MEMBERSHIP OF EVAN WEBB IN THE MADISON HOOK & LADDER COMPANY #1 WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has advised that Evan Webb was voted into the Madison Hook & Ladder Company #1 as a volunteer firefighter; and WHEREAS, Section 18-27 of the Madison Borough Code requires that each person so voted shall be confirmed as a member of such division by the Council of the Borough of Madison. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, that Evan Webb is hereby confirmed as a member of the Madison Hook & Ladder Company #1 effective immediately. R 119-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING TEMPORARY SIGNS FOR THE ARTS COUNCIL OF THE MORRIS AREA WHEREAS, the Arts Council of the Morris Area has requested permission to put up temporary signs advertising the 31st Annual Giralda Farms Concert featuring PAGE 11 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra on June 22, 2014, at the Giralda Corporate Park; and WHEREAS, the signs would be located on Woodland Road and on Route 124 outside the gates of the Giralda entrances, commencing on May 27, 2014 and removed by June 24, 2014; and WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator has recommended that a temporary sign permit be issued. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, that the request of the Arts Council of the Morris Area to put up temporary signs as described herein from May 27, 2014 to June 24, 2014, is approved. R 120-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING THE USE OF UP TO $12,500.00 IN MUNICIPAL OPEN SPACE TRUST FUNDS FOR WALKING-HIKING TRAILS FOR THE PASSIVE RECREATION AREA AT THE MADISON RECREATION CENTER WHEREAS, the MRC Passive Use Advisory Committee has requested funding for walking-hiking trails for certain areas at the Madison Recreation Center; and WHEREAS, the Open Space Advisory Committee has recommended that up to $12,500.00 from the Municipal Open Space Trust Fund be disbursed for requested walking-hiking trails at the Madison Recreation Center; and WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the funds in the Municipal Open Space Trust Fund in an amount not to exceed $12,500.00 for this purpose. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, that up to $12,500.00 is hereby authorized to be allocated from the Municipal Open Space Trust Fund for walking-hiking trails at the Madison Recreation Center. R 121-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON RATIFYING APPOINTMENTS OF INTERNS MS. SARA RAFTER AND MS. CARA ANAN TO THE SUMMER INTERN POSITIONS IN THE ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator has recommended the appointment of Sara Rafter and Cara Anan as part-time employees/Summer Interns in the Department of Administration; and PAGE 12 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 WHEREAS, the Borough Council agrees with this recommendation, and the Chief Financial Officer has certified funds for this purpose are contained in the 2014 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. Sara Rafter and Ms. Cara Anan as part-time employees/Summer Interns in the Department of Administration effective May 27, 2014, at the rate of pay of $9.00 per hour is hereby approved. R 122-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING DONATION FROM MADISON MEMORIAL HOME, MADISON, NEW JERSEY WHEREAS, Madison Memorial Home has generously offered to donate two (2) caskets to be used as props for the “Every Fifteen Minutes” program hosted by the Madison Police Department every other year at the Madison High School; and WHEREAS, the Borough Council has concluded that it would be in the best interest of the Borough to accept the donation. 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 two (2) caskets to be used as props. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Borough of Madison expresses its gratitude to the Madison Memorial Home. R 123-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING BARBARA HUGHES, AS PROGRAM COORDINATOR AND MIRANDA BREAU, AS PROGRAM ASSISTANT, FOR THE DDC FARMERS’ MARKET WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator recommends the appointment of Barbara Hughes as Program Coordinator and Miranda Breau as Program Assistant , for the DDC Farmers’ Market, upon satisfactory completion of a background check; and WHEREAS, the Council agrees with this recommendation; and WHEREAS, funds for the position for 2014 are made available through a grant from the Madison Main Street Foundation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, that Barbara Hughes as Program Coordinator and Miranda Breau as Program Assistant are hereby appointed, for the Farmers’ Market, upon satisfactory completion of a background check. PAGE 13 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 R 124-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION TO PROMOTE THE ‘SIDEWALK SOUNDS’ LIVE MUSIC PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Downtown Development Commission in partnership with the Madison Arts and Culture Alliance (MACA) have requested permission of the Borough of Madison to promote an outdoor sidewalk music program; and WHEREAS, performances will be held on Main Street sidewalks, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday evenings, from May 1, 2014 until September 18, 2014; and WHEREAS, the Borough Council finds that it is a benefit to the Borough of Madison and its citizens to allow an outdoor sidewalk music program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the Downtown Development Commission (DDC) is authorized to promote the ‘Sidewalk Sounds’ temporary music performances in the downtown area. R 125-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION TO PLACE TEMPORARY WAY FINDING SIGNS ON RIDGEDALE AVENUE WHEREAS, the Downtown Development Commission has requested permission of the Borough of Madison to place temporary Wayfinding signage on Ridgedale Avenue; and WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator has recommended that the temporary signs permit be approved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the Downtown Development Commission (DDC) is authorized to install temporary Wayfinding signage on Ridgedale Avenue. R 126-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING DANIEL DEBIASSE TO THE POSITION OF EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II IN THE ROAD DEPARTMENT PAGE 14 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works has recommended the appointment of Daniel DeBiasse to the position of Equipment Operator II in the Road Department; and WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works has certified that Daniel DeBiasse is qualified for the position; and WHEREAS, the Borough Council agrees with this recommendation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that Daniel DeBiasse is appointed to the position of Equipment Operator II in the Road Department, effective April 12, 2014. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Daniel DeBiasse be compensated in accordance with the terms of the Teamsters Local Union No. 469 collective bargaining agreement. R 127-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON TRANSMITTING AMENDED GREEN VILLAGE ROAD REDEVELOPMENT PLAN TO THE PLANNING BOARD FOR REVIEW AND REPORT PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-7 WHEREAS, pursuant to Ordinance 32-2011, the Mayor and Council adopted a plan for redevelopment the “Green Village School Redevelopment Plan;” and WHEREAS, the Borough’s Planner has proposed revisions to the Green Village School Redevelopment Plan by way of an amendment to the Green Village School Redevelopment Plan dated April 2014 (the “April 2014 Amended Green Village School Redevelopment Plan” or “Amended Plan”), which will supersede the aforementioned Green Village School Redevelopment Plan and which is incorporated by reference; and WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-7 provides that prior to adoption of a revision or amendment to a redevelopment plan, the Planning Board shall transmit to the governing body, within 45 days after referral thereto, a report containing its recommendation concerning the redevelopment plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-7, the Borough Clerk be and hereby is authorized to transmit to the Madison Planning Board a copy of the proposed April 2014 Amended Green Village School Redevelopment Plan for review and report thereon. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None PAGE 15 OF 16 Regular Meeting Minutes – April 11, 2014 APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS On motion by Mrs. Vitale seconded by Mr. Catalanello 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 $45,284.58 Health & Public Assistance 6,874.30 Public Works & Engineering 213,020.14 Community Affairs 25,754.44 Finance & Borough Clerk 2,875,839.36 Utilities 88,526.10 Total $3,255,298.92 The following roll call vote was recorded approving the aforementioned vouchers: Yeas: Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe Nays: None NEW BUSINESS - None ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Elizabeth Osborne Borough Clerk Approved May 28, 2014 (EO) PAGE 16 OF 16