Mayor & Council
Regular MeetingMadison, NJ · May 12, 2014
Minutes
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
BOROUGH OF MADISON
May 12, 2014 - 7 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Madison was held
on the 12th day of May, 2014. Mayor Conley called the meeting to order at 6:00
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:
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
Mr. Landrigan moved:
RESOLVED, that the meeting be adjourned to an Executive Session to consider the
following matters:
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL (1)
March 24, 2014
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
CONTRACT MATTERS (3)
GVRS PROPERTY UPDATE
DESIGN STANDARD-CC DISTRICT
ELECTRIC PROCUREMENT
Regular Meeting Minutes – May 12, 2014
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
POTENTIAL LITIGATION MATTERS (1)
AGREEMENT TO RESOLVE DIFFERENCES
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
LITIGATION MATTERS (1)
TAX APPEALS
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
PERSONNEL MATTERS (4)
AUXILIARY POLICE OFFICERS
NON-UNION FULL TIME EMPLOYEES
ELECTRIC UTILITY-APPRENTICE LINEMAN
TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE
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 8 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 24, 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
Ms. Baillie moved approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of March 24, 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:
Mayor Conley thanked the many resident volunteers and members of the Public Works
Department Staff for a successful May Day this past Saturday.
Mayor Conley noted that the Borough has received notice from State Department of
Transportation regarding transportation aid for 2014 in the amount of $200,000, which
will be used toward the reconstruction of Ridgedale Avenue.
PROCLAMATIONS:
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A proclamation honoring Dr. Vivian Bull, President of Drew University.
Proclamation
of the
B o r o u g h o f M a d i s on
Proclaiming
DR. VIVIAN A. BULL DAY
May 12, 2014
Whereas, as a member of the Economics Department, Dr. Vivian Bull taught at
Drew University in Madison for more than thirty years; and
Whereas, Dr. Bull served eight years as associate dean of the College of Liberal
Arts at Drew University; and
Whereas, she also served on a total of 21 Drew University-led archaeological
expeditions in the Middle East; and
Whereas, Madison was kind enough to share Dr. Bull with McMinnville, Oregon for
13 years, where Vivian Bull served as the president of Linfield College until her first
retirement in 2005; and
Whereas, on July 1, 2012, Drew University Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Bull to
serve as president for the interim term; and
Whereas, Dr. Bull has been recognized for her leadership by the Trustees of Drew
University and within her community; and
Whereas, in November 2012, Dr. Bull as Founding Chair for Education, worked
together with Mayor Conley and Quest CEO Steve Rusckowski to form the Chief
Executive Council for Madison to promote stakeholder collaboration, corporate
impact and education leadership; and
Whereas, to recognize Dr. Bull’s commitment to education leadership, members of
the Chief Executive Council for Madison have funded the Dr. Vivian A. Bull Chief
Executive Council for Madison Emerging Leaders Fellows program, which for the
next three years will fund a position for a Drew University undergraduate to work
with the Chief Executive Council to advance its mission;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert H. Conley, Mayor of the Borough of Madison, on
behalf of the Governing Body, do hereby proclaim May 12, 2014 as Dr. Vivian A.
Bull Day in recognition of her outstanding achievements and commend her for her
dedication and commitment to education leadership.
____________________________
Robert H. Conley Mayor
May 12, 2014
The National Police Week Proclamation was presented to Chief Darren Dachisen and
members of the Madison Police Department..
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Proclamation
of the
B o r o u g h o f M a d i s on
Proclaiming
National Police Week
May 11 through May 17, 2014
WHEREAS, there are approximately 900,000 law enforcement officers serving in
communities across the United States, including the dedicated members of the
Madison Police Department; and
WHEREAS, nearly 60,000 assaults against law enforcement officers are reported
each year, resulting in approximately 16,000 injuries; and
WHEREAS, since the first recorded death in 1791, almost 20,000 law
enforcement officers in the United States have made the ultimate sacrifice and been
killed in the line of duty; and
WHEREAS, the names of these dedicated public servants are engraved on the
walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C.;
and
WHEREAS, the service and sacrifice of all officers killed in the line of duty will
be honored during the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund’s
26thAnnual Candlelight Vigil, on the evening of May 13, 2014, which is part of
National Police Week; and
WHEREAS, May 15th is designated as Peace Officers Memorial Day, in honor of
all fallen officers and their families and United States flags should be flown at half
staff;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert H. Conley, Mayor of the Borough of Madison,
on behalf of the governing body, proclaim May 11-17, 2014 as Police Week in the
Borough of Madison and publicly salute the service of law enforcement officers in
our community and in communities across the nation.
____________________________
Robert H. Conley Mayor
May 12, 2014
A proclamation recognizing the contributions of Professor John Cinco was presented
to Wayne Henderson, Ron DeBiasse and additional members of the Patriot
Celebrations Committee to hand deliver to Professor Cinco.
Proclamation
of the
B o r o u g h o f M a d i s on
Presented to
Professor John Cinco
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WHEREAS, John Cinco is an Assistant Professor of Computer Graphics in the
Department of Visual and Performing Arts at Fairleigh Dickinson University; and
WHEREAS, Professor Cinco has generously devoted his personal time to restore,
enhance and preserve old photographs of Madison military personnel who have
given their lives in battle in service for their country; and
WHEREAS, these photos are reverently displayed on the Wall of Honor during
the Madison Memorial Day Parade and Remembrance Ceremony; and
WHEREAS, the Wall of Honor is a grateful tribute to those who have paid the
ultimate price for the gift of freedom; and
WHEREAS, Professor Cinco has been of service to the entire community through
this historic preservation project, which he has skillfully and single-handedly
performed; and
WHEREAS, Professor Cinco has also created and provided to the Patriotic
Celebrations Committee a digital archive of all the photos so that this important
military history is now preserved and secure;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert H. Conley, Mayor of the Borough of Madison,
on behalf of the governing body, do hereby recognize the efforts of Professor John
Cinco and express gratitude and appreciation for his dedication and commitment.
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Robert H. Conley, Mayor
May 12, 2014
Mayor Conley made the following announcements:
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH:
The Employee of the Month for May is Jim Burnet for the competent manner in which
he carried out the duties and responsibilities of the position of Borough Administrator
when Ray Codey was on extended medical leave.
ANNIVERSARIES:
David Maines, DPW Superintendent – 40th Anniversary on May 14th
P. O. Kevin Boone of the Madison Police Dept – 30th Anniversary on May 29th
Lew Cornine of the Public Works Dept – 20th Anniversary on May 31st
2014 Morris County Budget Overview
Freeholder Hank Lyon, Budget Committee Chair, addressed the Mayor and Council
presenting an overview of the 2014 Morris County Budget. Mr. Lyon noted several
budget highlights including a 0% tax increase in county operating taxes for the
second consecutive year, a 0.5% total tax cut in open space tax, while preserving all
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aspects of the program, debt reduction of $8.3 million, while maintaining essential
services. Following the presentation, Mr. Rowe asked if the County has plans for
regional traffic planning along Park Avenue. Mr. Wolkowitz noted that Central
Avenue needs repaving. Mrs. Vitale asked that the County consider curbing and
sidewalks when repaving County roads. Mr. Lyons left the Council meeting at 9:10
p.m.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Health
Mr. Landrigan of the Committee made the following comments:
The Madison Volunteer Ambulance Corp. offers free Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
(CPR) training classes to any residents interested in training. Please contact the
Ambulance Corp. for details.
Public Works and Engineering
Mr. Catalanello, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The Public Works staff has finished installing art poles for the Downtown
Development Commission, and the Sewer Department staff has installed a
generator at the Treadwell pump station. The Parks Department staff is busy lining
the ball fields and the Green Avenue Reconstruction project is now complete. The
2014 Road Improvement Program was awarded to Cifelli & Son Construction and
the preconstruction meeting was held last Thursday, May 8th. Please be aware that
Dennis Harrington, construction representative, will be making an effort to reach out
to all residents of North Street to offer piped connections for roof leaders and sump
pumps, in an attempt to reduce or eliminate winter icing in the street or rainfall
impacts to the sanitary sewer system. A Strategic Capital Planning meeting was
held last Thursday, May 8th at 7:00 p.m. Several meetings have been held with
local residents concerned about public and private drainage swales and the
damages of increased runoff. The State Planning Division of NJDOT has sent a 21
day notice regarding the paving of Madison Avenue and Main Street evenings over
the next month. Several utility and drainage improvement projects will need to be
prioritized as a result of this announcement and Borough staff is coordinating these
solutions on a timely basis.
Utilities
Mrs. Vitale, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The Electric Department has begun pole transfers at the Kings Road substation and
the Water Department has installed new main taps for newly constructed homes on
Bardon Road and Strickland Place. Both Departments continue ongoing
maintenance of equipment.
Public Safety
Ms. Baillie, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Ms. Baillie announced that the Borough will celebrate National Trails Day with the
opening of new trails at the Madison Recreation Center on Saturday, June 7th,
including tours, refreshments and a ribbon cutting ceremony. Ms. Baillie noted that
the Borough has received a small grant from ANJEC for an invasive species
management program, and the Madison Borough Fire Department has been
approved for a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant in the
amount of $132,000.00 for the purchase of new Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
(SCBA) and air cylinders.
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Finance and Borough Clerk
Mr. Wolkowitz, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The Borough is now tracking actual expenses versus the adopted budget, and so far
numbers look good. At the next Council meeting, Mr. Wolkowitz stated that he
hopes to have the proposed draft of the Electric Rebate Program ready for Council
consideration, and there will also be a presentation from the Madison Athletic
Foundation regarding the quarterly fundraising report. Mr. Wolkowitz also noted that
the Audit Committee will meeting with the Borough Auditors next week, and the
Strategic Planning Committees are hard at work, with reports to Council to be
presented at future meetings.
Community Affairs
Mr. Rowe, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The Civic Center grounds are much improved, thanks to the efforts of May Day
volunteers from the Small That’s All and Drew University’s maintenance crews.
Laura Cole of the Downtown Development Commission and Karen Meyer of the
Chamber of Commerce have agreed to assist with the Advisory Committee’s
Madison Access project which began in 2006. The groups will help with funding and
provide additional volunteers to team with SCAC members in visiting local
businesses. The teams will go from store to store with promotional decals and a list
of easy ways to accommodate older shoppers as well extra Senior Discount Day
decals for new businesses. Mr. Rowe noted that the DDC would like to thank all the
volunteers who came out to help beautify the downtown and other locations around
Madison. Members of the DDC presented samples of the new Wayfinding signs to
the Chamber of Commerce and solicited feedback on the signs and their intended
use.
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.
Sam Cerciello, Park Avenue, asked for clarification of proposed Resolution R 148-
2014 regarding 2014 Non-Union salaries, which has been removed from the
Consent Agenda.
AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
05/12/2014-1 OPEN SPACE, RECREATION, AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ADVISORY COMMITTEE QUARTERLY REPORT
Ms. Baillie provided the quarterly finance report from the Open Space, Recreation
and Historic Preservation Advisory Committee, stating inflows and outflows thus far
in 2014, and noting a balance, as of May 9th of $ 368,490.00. Ms. Baillie noted the
anticipation of 3rd and 4th quarter tax levy funds as well as additional field rental and
user fees and the MAF contribution of $155,000.00 for the turf fields. Commitments
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not yet expended this year include $125,000.00 to the Museum of Early Trades and
Crafts, Madison Recreation Center fencing, as well as a request for repair to the
Luke Miller Forge roof. Ms. Baillie noted the Open Space Committee is glad to
review additional projects.
05/12/2014-2 AMEND SCHEDULE III OF THE BOROUGH CODE CHAPTER
185-8, TO ALLOW PARKING ON GREEN AVENUE AT WOODLAND ROAD
Police Chief Darren Dachisen and Officer Chad Rybka provided information to the
Council regarding parking on Green Avenue at Woodland Road, noting that the
original ordinance prohibiting parking was approved many years earlier, before a
traffic light was installed. Following discussion, there was no objection to listing an
ordinance for introduction.
Ordinance 24-2014 is listed for introduction.
05/12/2014-3 APPROPRIATION OF $33,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A COUNTY RMS
AND CAD SYSTEM FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
There was agreement to list an ordinance for introduction to appropriate funds for
the purchase of a records management system (RMS) and a computer assisted
dispatch (CAD) system for the Police Department.
Ordinance 25-2014 is listed for introduction.
05/12/2014-4 APPROPRIATION OF $30,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A POLICE
DEPARTMENT VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT
There was discussion of police vehicle purchases in 2014, noting that one vehicle
will be purchased from the capital budget, one from the police operating budget and
one from the special duty fund. Following discussion there was no objection to
listing an ordinance for introduction.
Ordinance 26-2014 is listed for introduction.
05/12/2014-5 APPROPRIATION OF $6,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF VIDEO
SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS
Police Chief Dachisen requested Council appropriate $6,000.00 for the purchase of
surveillance cameras. There was agreement with Chief Dachisen’s request, and an
ordinance will be listed from introduction.
Ordinance 27-2014 is listed for introduction.
05/12/2014-6 APPROPRIATION OF $2,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF PORTABLE
SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT FOR THE PD DETECTIVE BUREAU
Police Chief Dachisen requested Council appropriate $2,000.00 for the purchase of
portable surveillance equipment. There was agreement with Chief Dachisen’s
request, and an ordinance will be listed from introduction.
Ordinance 28-2014 is listed for introduction.
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05/12/2014-7 APPROPRIATION OF $60,000.00 FROM THE SEWER
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF NEW SUMP PUMPS
FOR THE SEWER DEPARTMENT
Superintendent David Maines requested Council appropriate $60,000.00 for new
sump pumps. There was agreement with Mr. Maines’ request, and an ordinance will
be listed from introduction.
Ordinance 29-2014 is listed for introduction.
05/12/2014-8 APPROPRIATION OF $40,000.00 FROM THE SEWER
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR SEWER PUMP STATION UPGRADES
Superintendent David Maines requested Council appropriate $40,000.00 for new
sewer pump station upgrades. There was agreement with Mr. Maines’ request, and
an ordinance will be listed from introduction.
Ordinance 30-2014 is listed for introduction.
05/12/2014-9 AMENDING CHAPTER 195, LAND DEVELOPMENT TO
REVISE THE BOROUGH’S CONDITIONAL USE STANDARDS FOR DRIVE-THRU
RESTAURANTS
Mr. Giacobbe noted that this conditional use ordinance has not been updated in
many years and the purpose is to maintain the character and quality of life in the
commercial zone, to see that it is preserved and that the standard is up to par with
other municipalities. There was no further discussion.
Ordinance 31-2014 is listed for introduction.
ADVERTISED HEARINGS
The Clerk made the following statement:
Ordinances scheduled for hearing tonight were submitted in writing at a Regular
meeting of the Mayor and Council held on April 28, 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 8-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $57,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO PURCHASE ONE
PICKUP TRUCK
WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has recommended that the Borough appropriate
$57,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund to purchase one pickup
truck for use by the Fire Department; 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
$57,000.00 for this purpose; and
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WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $57,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund to purchase
one pickup truck.
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 $57,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund to purchase one pickup truck.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 8-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 8-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Wolkowitz seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion,
and the motion passes 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 8-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 9-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$11,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO
PURCHASE FOUR SETS OF FIREFIGHTER TURNOUT GEAR
WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has recommended that the Borough appropriate
$11,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund to purchase four (4) sets of
turnout gear for use by the Fire Department; 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
$11,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $11,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund to purchase
four (4) sets of turnout gear.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows:
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SECTION 1: The amount of $11,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund to purchase four (4) sets of turnout
gear.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 9-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 9-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Wolkowitz seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion,
and the motion passes 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 9-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 10-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AMENDING SECTION
185-29 OF THE BOROUGH CODE TO PROHIBIT PARKING ON THE
SOUTH SIDE OF BURNET ROAD DURING SCHOOL AND SPORTING
EVENTS
WHEREAS, the Chief of Police has recommend there be no parking on the
South Side of Burnet Road for the entire length, during school hours of Madison
High School and during sporting events of Madison High School; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that Chapter 185 of the
Madison Borough Code entitled “Vehicles and Traffic” should be amended in order
to implement this change.
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: Section 185-29 of the Code of the Borough of Madison
entitled “Schedule I: No Parking”, is hereby amended to include the following:
Name of Street Sides Location
Burnet Road South From Ridgedale Avenue to
Chateau Thierry Avenue
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The No parking
restrictions will apply
during the school year,
during school hours
and sporting events at
held Madison High
School
Section 2: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 10-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 10-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Wolkowitz seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion,
and the motion passes 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 10-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 11-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON REPLACING
ORDINANCE 5-2008 SETTING THE SALARY RANGES FOR NON-UNION
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined to establish one ordinance
setting salary ranges for non-union full-time employees.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, as follows:
Section 1. Ordinance 5-2008 setting the salary ranges for non-union full-
time employees is hereby replaced with the following:
TITLE MINIMUM MARKET MAXIMUM
VALUE
Borough Administrator $132,270 $155,612 $178,954
Chief of Police/Fire Chief 122,445 144,053 165,660
Chief Financial Officer 108,316 127,430 146,545
Municipal Engineer 107,308 126,246 145,183
Superintendent of Public Works 94,138 110,750 127,362
Electric Utility Superintendent 94,138 110,750 127,362
Assistant Borough Administrator 95,000 105,000 115,000
Tax Assessor 82,823 97,439 112,055
Borough Clerk 78,118 91,903 105,688
Director of Technology 68,000 80,000 92,000
Purchasing Officer 57,088 67,162 77,236
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Executive Assistant 54,246 63,819 73,392
Police Office Manager 52,387 61,632 70,877
Confidential Secretary to the CFO 51,000 60,000 69,000
Deputy Borough Clerk 47,100 55,412 63,724
Confidential Secretary 45,212 53,190 61,168
Senior Dispatcher 45,933 51,592 57,252
Dispatcher 34,614 40,273 45,933
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 11-2014.
Sam Cerciello, Park Avenue, asked why use ranges for a salary ordinance, rather
than actual salaries paid to employees. Mr. Giacobbe provided explanation of a
municipal salary ordinance and salary resolution.
Since no other member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
Mr. Wolkowitz moved that Ordinance 11-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Landrigan seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and
the motion passes 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 11-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 12-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$65,000.00 FROM THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO
PURCHASE TWO PAD MOUNT TRANSFORMERS
WHEREAS, the Electric Utility Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $65,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to
purchase two (2) pad-mount transformers for the North Street Sewer & Water Pump
Stations; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the
funds in the Electric Capital Improvement Fund in an amount not to exceed
$65,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $65,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to purchase two
(2) pad-mount transformers for the North Street Sewer & Water Pump Stations.
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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 $65,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to purchase two (2) pad-mount
transformers for the North Street Sewer & Water Pump Stations.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 12-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 12-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes 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 12-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 13-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$30,000.00 FROM THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO
PURCHASE A THREE QUARTER TON PICK-UP TRUCK
WHEREAS, the Electric Utility Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $30,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to
purchase a new ¾ ton pickup truck; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the
funds in the Electric Capital Improvement Fund in an amount not to exceed
$30,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $30,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to purchase a
new ¾ ton pickup truck.
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 $30,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to purchase a new ¾ ton pickup truck.
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SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 13-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 13-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes 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 13-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 14-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$25,000.00 FROM THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO
PURCHASE NEW BATTERY BANKS AT THE KINGS ROAD AND JAMES
PARK SUBSTATIONS
WHEREAS, the Electric Utility Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $25,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to
purchase new battery banks at both the Kings Road and James Park Substations;
and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the
funds in the Electric Capital Improvement Fund in an amount not to exceed
$25,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $25,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to purchase
new battery banks at both the Kings Road and James Park Substations.
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 $25,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to purchase new battery banks at both
the Kings Road and James Park Substations.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
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SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 14-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 14-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes 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 14-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 15-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$30,000.00 FROM THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO
PURCHASE A NEW FIBER-OPTIC PILOT RELAY SYSTEM BETWEEN
THE KINGS ROAD AND JAMES PARK SUBSTATIONS
WHEREAS, the Electric Utility Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $30,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to
purchase a fiber-optic pilot wire relay system between the Kings Road and James
Park Substations; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the
funds in the Electric Capital Improvement Fund in an amount not to exceed
$30,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $30,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to purchase a
fiber-optic pilot wire relay system between the Kings Road and James Park
Substations.
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 $30,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund to purchase a fiber-optic pilot wire relay
system between the Kings Road and James Park Substations.
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.
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Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 15-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 15-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes 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 15-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 16-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$10,000.00 FROM THE WATER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR
WELL UPGRADES
WHEREAS, the Public Works Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $10,000.00 from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for well
upgrades; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the
funds in the Water Capital Improvement Fund in an amount not to exceed
$10,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $10,000.00 from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for well
upgrades.
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 $10,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for well upgrades.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 16-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 16-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes with the following roll call vote recorded:
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Yeas: Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale,
Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe
Nays: None
Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 16-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 17-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$80,000.00 FROM THE WATER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR
THE PURCHASE OF A NEW GENERATOR AT WELL E
WHEREAS, the Public Works Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $80,000.00 from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a new generator at Well E; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the
funds in the Water Capital Improvement Fund in an amount not to exceed
$80,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $80,000.00 from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase
of a new generator at Well E.
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 $80,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of a new generator at
Well E.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 17-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 17-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes 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 17-2014 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.
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ORDINANCE 18-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$130,000.00 FROM THE WATER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR
THE PURCHASE OF A BACK HOE FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS
WHEREAS, the Public Works Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $130,000.00 from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a backhoe for use at the Public Works Garage; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of the
funds in the Water Capital Improvement Fund in an amount not to exceed
$130,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $130,000.00 from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a backhoe for use at the Public Works Garage; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows:
SECTION 1: The amount of $130,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the Water Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of a backhoe for use at
the Public Works Garage.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 18-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 18-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes 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 18-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 19-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$160,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR
THE PURCHASE OF A LIFT REPLACEMENT FOR THE DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC WORKS
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WHEREAS, the Public Works Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $160,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for
the purchase of a lift replacement for the Department of Public Works; 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
$160,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $160,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a lift replacement for the Department of Public Works.
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 $160,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of a lift replacement
for the Department of Public Works.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 19-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 19-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes 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 19-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 20-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$30,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR
THE PURCHASE OF A POLE BARN FOR STORAGE
WHEREAS, the Public Works Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $30,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for
the purchase of a pole barn for storage at the Department of Public Works; and
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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
$30,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $30,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a pole barn for storage at the Department of Public Works.
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 $30,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of a pole barn for
storage at the Department of Public Works.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 20-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 20-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes 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 20-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 21-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$160,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR
THE PURCHASE OF A LOADER FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS
WHEREAS, the Public Works Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $160,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for
the purchase of a loader for the Department of Public Works; 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
$160,000.00 for this purpose; and
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WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $160,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a loader for the Department of Public Works.
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 $160,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of a loader for the
Department of Public Works.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 21-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mrs. Vitale moved that Ordinance 21-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Rowe seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passes 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 21-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 22-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$8,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO
REPLACE THE CIVIC CENTER FLOOR
WHEREAS, the Public Works Superintendent has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $8,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
replacement of the floor at the Madison Civic Center; 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
$8,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $8,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
replacement of the floor at the Madison Civic Center.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows:
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SECTION 1: The amount of $8,000.00 is hereby appropriated from
the General Capital Improvement Fund for the replacement of the floor at the
Madison Civic Center.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 22-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Catalanello moved that Ordinance 22-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mrs. Vitale seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and
the motion passes 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 22-2014 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.
ORDINANCE 23-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$450,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR
REPLACEMENT OF THE HVAC SYSTEM AT THE MADISON PUBLIC
LIBRARY
WHEREAS, the Library Director has recommended that the Borough
appropriate $450,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
replacement of the HVAC System and miscellaneous repairs and improvements at
the Madison Public Library; 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
$450,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $450,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
replacement of the HVAC System and miscellaneous repairs and improvements at
the Madison Public Library; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows:
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SECTION 1: The amount of $450,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the replacement of the HVAC
System and miscellaneous repairs and improvements at the Madison 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.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 23-2014. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Wolkowitz moved that Ordinance 23-2014, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Mr. Landrigan seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and
the motion passes with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe
Nays: Mr. Catalanello
Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 23-2014 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.
Sam Cerciello; Park Avenue, asked that newspaper distribution boxes in front of
the Madison Post Office be replaced.
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 Wednesday, May 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:
ORDINANCE 24-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
AMENDING CHAPTER 185 ENTITLED “VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC” OF THE
BOROUGH CODE TO DELETE CERTAIN PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON GREEN
AVENUE AT WOODLAND ROAD
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WHEREAS, the Chief of Police has recommended amending the parking
restrictions on Green Avenue to remove the no-parking restriction on Green Avenue
at the intersection of Woodland Road; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that Chapter 185 of the
Madison Borough Code entitled “Vehicles and Traffic” should be amended in order
to implement this change.
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: Section 185-31 of the Code of the Borough of Madison entitled
“Schedule III: No Stopping or Standing”, is hereby amended to omit the following:
...
Name of Street Side Hours Location
Green Avenue East All From the northerly curbline of
Woodland Road to a point 80
feet northerly therefrom
Green Avenue East All From the southerly curbline of
Woodland Road to a point 90
feet southerly therefrom
Green Avenue West All From the northerly curbline of
Woodland Road to a point 100
feet northerly therefrom
Green Avenue West All From the southerly curbline of
Woodland Road to a point 80
feet southerly therefrom
....
SECTION 2: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 24-2014, 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. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe
Nays: Mr. Catalanello
ORDINANCE 25-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $33,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A RECORDS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (RMS)
AND COMPUTER ASSISTED DISPATCH (CAD) SYSTEM FOR THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Police Chief has recommended that the Borough
appropriate $33,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a RMS and CAD system for the Police Department; 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
$33,000.00 for this purpose; and
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WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $33,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a RMS and CAD system for the Police Department.
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 $33,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of a RMS and CAD
system for the Police Department.
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.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 25-2014, 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
ORDINANCE 26-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $30,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A VEHICLE AND RELATED EQUIPMENT FOR
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Police Chief has recommended that the Borough
appropriate $30,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a vehicle and equipment for the Police Department; 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
$30,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $30,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of a vehicle and related equipment for the Police Department.
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 $30,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of a vehicle and
related equipment for the Police Department.
SECTION 2: The budget of the Borough is hereby amended to
conform with the provisions of this Ordinance.
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SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 26-2014, 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. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe
Nays: Mr. Catalanello
ORDINANCE 27-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $6,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF VIDEO SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT FOR THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Police Chief has recommended that the Borough
appropriate $6,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase
of video surveillance equipment for the Police Department; 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
$6,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $6,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase
of video surveillance equipment for the Police Department.
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 $6,000.00 is hereby appropriated from
the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of video surveillance
equipment for the Police Department.
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.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 27-2014, 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
ORDINANCE 28-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $2,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF PORTABLE SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT FOR
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
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WHEREAS, the Police Chief has recommended that the Borough
appropriate $2,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase
of portable surveillance equipment for the Police Department; 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
$2,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $2,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase
of portable surveillance equipment for the Police Department.
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 $2,000.00 is hereby appropriated from
the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of portable surveillance
equipment for the Police Department.
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.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 28-2014, 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
ORDINANCE 29-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $60,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF NEW SUMP PUMPS FOR THE SEWER
DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $60,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for
the purchase of new sump pumps; 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
$60,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $60,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the
purchase of new sump pumps.
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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 $60,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of new sump pumps.
SECTION 60: 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.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 29-2014, 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
ORDINANCE 30-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $40,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FUND FOR SEWER PUMP STATION UPGRADES
WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works has recommended that the
Borough appropriate $40,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for
sewer pump station upgrades; 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
$40,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $40,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for sewer
pump station upgrades.
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 $40,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for sewer pump station upgrades.
SECTION 40: 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.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 30-2014, 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:
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Yeas: Mr. Catalanello, Mr. Landrigan, Mrs. Vitale,
Ms. Baillie, Mr. Wolkowitz, Mr. Rowe
Nays: None
ORDINANCE 31-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
AMENDING CHAPTER 195, LAND DEVELOPMENT TO REVISE THE
BOROUGH’S CONDITIONAL USE STANDARDS FOR DRIVE-THRU
RESTAURANTS
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40:48-1, et seq. authorizes local governmental units to
adopt regulations designed to promote the public health, safety and general welfare
of its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison by and through Chapter 195 of the
Code of the Borough of Madison regulates land development including the
conditional use standards for drive-through restaurants; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Planner has recommended amending Chapter 195
of the Borough Code, the Madison Land Development Ordinance, in regard to
Conditional Uses; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Madison wish to
amend Chapter 195 to revise the conditional use requirements for restaurants with
drive-through windows; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Madison have
determined that it would be in the best interest of the citizens of the Borough to
revise the conditional use standards for restaurants with drive-through windows.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Body of the
Borough of Madison that Chapter 195 of the Code of the Borough of Madison
entitled “Land Development” is hereby amended to provide as follows:
Section 1. Chapter 195, Section 33, Subsection (B) of the Code of the Borough
of Madison shall be amended to provide as follows:
(5) Restaurants with drive-through windows. No building, structure or premises
shall be used as a restaurant with drive-through window facilities unless in
conformance with the following conditions:
(a) Such use shall be located on lots with street frontage of at least 100 feet.
(b) The minimum lot area shall be 20,000 square feet.
(c) No transaction window or speaker system shall be located closer than 60
feet to any property line of any residential use or any residential zone line.
(d) Such use shall comply with the standards of Chapter 217, Noise, of the
Borough Code.
(e) Any transaction window shall be set back a minimum of forty feet from
any property line.
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(f) No drive-through window shall face any public right-of-way, nor shall any
drive-through window be located within 50 feet of the street right-of-way line from
which vehicles using the drive-through window will enter or exit.
(g) There shall be no more than two one-way access driveways serving the
site. The minimum distance between the centerlines of such driveways shall be 125
feet. Driveways shall be one-way.
(h) Internal circulation shall be such that stacked vehicles for the drive-
through window(s) shall not interfere with general vehicular circulation and parking
or pedestrian circulation on the site. Drive-through window stacking lanes shall not
be located in parking aisles, nor shall they, in any manner, interfere with vehicles
entering or exiting the site or pedestrian circulation.
(i) The perimeter of the site shall be fenced and/or landscaped in a manner
that will prevent litter from being blown across property lines and to effectively
screen adjacent non-commercial properties on a year-round basis. Such screening
shall consist of both a board-on-board fence and dense landscaping along any
adjoining non-commercial property lines.
(j) Trash receptacles of an attractive design, consistent with Borough
standards and without any advertising or branding, shall be maintained around
outdoor eating areas, along pedestrian walkways and at points of egress from the
site.
(k) Any outdoor eating areas shall be clearly delineated with curbing, shall
be attractively landscaped, and shall be so located that patrons can walk directly
from the building to the eating area without crossing a driveway or parking lot.
Outdoor seats shall count toward the parking requirements for the establishment.
(l) Odor reduction devices shall be employed to minimize the effect of odor-
production from cooking and frying activities. The Applicant shall demonstrate that
proposed techniques shall keep the odors on site, to the maximum extent feasible.
(m) Signage shall be limited to one, non-internally illuminated building sign
not exceeding 30 square feet and one, non-internally illuminated monument sign,
not exceeding six feet in height (including base plus sign area) and 20 square
feet in area.
(n) Site lighting shall be the minimum necessary to adequately light the
building, outdoor seating area and parking lot with a fixture height (pole plus base)
not exceeding 15 feet; only downward facing fixtures are permitted. Timers shall be
required to turn off all non-security lighting after business closing.
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(o) There shall be no parking in the front yard setback on any front yard. All
front yards, with the exception of pedestrian access and other improvements, shall
be fully planted with a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, shrubs and ground
cover.
(p) Any awning shall be canvas, with a maximum of six (6) square feet of
signage area on awning valances.
(q) No drive-through or fast food restaurant shall be located within 500 feet
of any elementary, middle, or high school.
(r) On any lot adjoining within 250 feet of a residential use or district or within
250 feet of the Central Business District, the primary building material shall be
masonry (stone or brick), wood, hardie plank, or some combination thereof.
Section 2. All Ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent with the provisions
of this Ordinance, be and the same are hereby repealed to the extent of
such inconsistency.
Section 3. Should any section, paragraph, clause or any other portion of
this Ordinance be adjudged by a Court of competent jurisdiction to be
invalid, such judgment shall not affect or impair the remainder of this
Ordinance.
Section 4. Pursuant to the Municipal Land Use Law, the Clerk is directed to
give notice pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40:55D-15. Upon adoption
of this Ordinance after public hearing thereon, the Municipal Clerk is further
directed to publish notice of the passage thereof and to file a copy of this
Ordinance with the County Planning Board as required by N.J.S.A. 40:55D-
16.
Section 5. This Ordinance shall take effect upon final passage and
publication as provided by law; however, subsequent to first reading, this
Ordinance must be referred to the municipal Planning Board for review,
which shall be based on whether the proposal is substantially consistent with
the Master Plan. The Planning Board has a period of thirty-five (35) days
after referral to report on the proposed Ordinance.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 31-2014, 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:
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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.
Mr. Catalanello 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 140-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING
GRANT OF ELECTRIC UTILITY EASEMENT AT 80 GREEN VILLAGE ROAD
WHEREAS, Mr. Thomas F. Blunda and Mrs. Jennifer L. Santora (hereafter
“Blunda”) are the owners of certain property on Green Village Road in the Borough
of Madison designated as Lot 13, Block 3502 on the current Tax Map of the
Borough and being part of the lands known as 80 Green Village Road; and
WHEREAS, the Borough has negotiated an electric utility easement with
Mr. Thomas F. Blunda and Mrs. Jennifer L. Santora, the owners of Lot 13 Block
3502; and
WHEREAS, the Madison Electric Utility Superintendent has recommended
that the Borough enter into the utility easement agreement which will allow the
Borough to install, maintain, operate and repair electric infrastructure equipment on
the subject property as detailed in the Easement Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey as follows:
1. Authorization to execute an electric utility easement on Lot
13, Block 3502 to serve the property at, 80 Green Village
Road and additional properties is hereby approved.
2. The Mayor and Borough Clerk are hereby authorized and
directed on behalf of the Borough to enter into any
necessary agreement on behalf of the Borough of
Madison in a form acceptable to the Borough Attorney to
execute the easement described herein.
R 141-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
RAFFLES LICENSE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE ARTS COUNCIL OF
THE MORRIS AREA TO CONDUCT AN ON-PREMISE 50/50 RAFFLE ON
SUNDAY, JUNE 22, 2014
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WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 5:8-1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 13:47-1.1 et seq. prohibit
the conducting of games of chance on Sunday unless specifically authorized by a
duly adopted municipal ordinance; and
WHEREAS, on March 8, 1982, the Council of the Borough of Madison
adopted Ordinance No. 5-82 to allow the Council, by resolution, to permit qualified
organizations to conduct games of chance on Sunday; and
WHEREAS, the New Jersey Legalized Games of Chance Control
Commission has issued Registration Identification No. 274-5-34612 to the Arts
Council of the Morris Area; and
WHEREAS, an Application for Raffles License, together with all necessary
documents and fees, has been submitted to the Madison Borough Clerk's Office by
the Arts Council of the Morris Area to conduct an On-Premise 50/50 Raffles Game
on Sunday, June 22, 2014 at Giralda Farms, Madison Avenue, Madison, New
Jersey;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the afore-mentioned
Application for Raffles License, R.A. No. 1312, to be held as listed above, be and
the same is hereby approved.
R 142-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING
TYLER STEHLGENS AND ANDRES VARGAS AS AUXILIARY POLICE OFFICERS
FOR THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
WHEREAS, the Chief of Police has recommended that Tyler Stehlgens and
Andres Vargas, be appointed as Auxiliary Police Officers; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council agrees with this recommendation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that Tyler Stehlgens and Andres
Vargas, are appointed as Auxiliary Police Officers, effective immediately.
R 143-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
30TH ANNUAL GIRALDA FARMS RUN ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2014
WHEREAS, the Rose City Runners Club has requested permission to use
portions of Loantaka Way, Woodland Road, Treadwell Avenue, Dodge Drive and
Madison Avenue in connection with the annual Giralda Farms Run; and
WHEREAS, the Police Chief recommends approval of this request; and
WHEREAS, the Rose City Runners Club has agreed to reimburse the
Madison Police Department for all expenses incurred in connection with the
monitoring of said race; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has reviewed said request and determined
that it should be granted.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey that the Rose City Runners
Club is hereby granted permission to use portions of Loantaka Way, Woodland
Road, Treadwell Avenue, Dodge Drive and Madison Avenue in connection with the
annual Giralda Farms Run to be conducted on Sunday, November 9, 2014, between
the hours of 12:00 (noon) and 2:00 p.m. subject to the condition that the Rose City
Runners Club reimburse the Madison Police Department for all expenses incurred in
connection with the monitoring of said race.
R 144-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
TEMPORARY SIGNS FOR AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN
(AAUW)
WHEREAS, the American Association of University Women of Madison
(AAUW) has requested permission to put up temporary signs advertising a Book
Fair on June 16-20, 2014, at Drew University’s Ehinger Center; and
WHEREAS, up to ten (10) signs would be posted commencing on June 1,
2014 and removed by June 21, 2014; and
WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator has recommended that
temporary sign regulations be waived to permit said activity.
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
American Association of University Women of Madison (AAUW) to put up temporary
signs as described herein from June 1, 2014 to June 21, 2014, is approved.
R 145-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING
KEVIN FRENCH TO THE POSITION OF APPRENTICE LINEMAN
WHEREAS, the Electric Utility Superintendent has recommended hiring
Kevin French for the position of Apprentice Lineman in the Electric Utility
Department; 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 Kevin French is
hereby appointed to the position of Apprentice Lineman in the Electric Utility
Department, effective immediately, to be compensated in accordance with the
current Collective Bargaining Agreement for Electric Utility Department Employees
at an annual salary of $52,908.00.
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R 146-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON RATIFYING
APPOINTMENT OF JAMES CARROLL TO THE INTERN POSITION IN THE
MADISON FIRE DEPARTMENT EFFECTIVE MAY 13, 2014
WHEREAS, Fire Chief Louie DeRosa has recommended the appointment of
James Carroll to the position of Intern in the Madison Fire Department for 75 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 James Carroll is
hereby appointed to the position of Intern in the Madison Fire Department effective
May 13, 2014 for 75 hours, 25 hours per week, at no compensation.
R 147-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING A
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA) GRANT FOR NEW
SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA) AND AIR CYLINDERS
WHEREAS, the Madison Borough Fire Department has been approved for a
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant in the amount of
$132,000.00 for the fiscal year 2013 for the purchase of new Self Contained
Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and air cylinders; and
WHEREAS, the Federal share of the grant is 95% or $125,400.00 and the
Borough of Madison share of the cost is 5% or $6,600.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey as follows:
1. The Borough gratefully acknowledges and accepts the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 2013 Firefighters Assistance Gant funds
in the amount of $125,400.00.
2. The Borough Council agrees to fund the remainder of the cost for this
project.
R 148-2014 ITEM REMOVED AND THE # RETIRED
R 149-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING A
BANNER FOR DISPLAY FOR THE “GOOD GRIEF 5K RUN AND WALK FOR
HOPE” SPONSORED BY GOOD GRIEF, INC.
WHEREAS, Good Grief, Inc. has requested permission to hang a banner at
Giralda Farms in Madison, for the period May 25, 2014 through June 1, 2014 as part
of their “Good Grief 5k Run and Walk for Hope” event; and
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WHEREAS, the Borough Council is authorized to permit this display
pursuant to Section 195-34(A)(8) of the Madison Borough Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, hereby approves the request of
Good Grief, Inc. to hang a banner at the Giralda Farms property, for the period May
25, 2014 through June 1, 2014 as part of their “Good Grief 5k Run and Walk for
Hope” event.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS
On motion by Mr. Landrigan, 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 $27,673.89
Health & Public Assistance 1,166.80
Public Works & Engineering 232,074.24
Community Affairs 20,923.15
Finance & Borough Clerk 5,243,526.30
Utilities 58,465.76
Total $5,583,830.14
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 10:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth Osborne
Borough Clerk
Approved July 28, 2014 (EO)
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Agenda
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
MAY 12, 2014
Committee Room at 6:00 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 MAY 12, 2014
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
8. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
9. GREETING TO PUBLIC
PROCLAMATION FOR DR. VIVIAN BULL- DREW UNIVERSITY
PROCLAMATION FOR PROFESSOR JOHN CINCO
PROCLAMATION FOR NATIONAL POLICE WEEK – MAY 11-17, 2014
2014 Morris County Budget Overview
10. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
12. INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (1 of 2)
13. AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
05/12/2014-1 OPEN SPACE, RECREATION, AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION ADVISORY
COMMITTEE QUARTERLY REPORT
05/12/2014-2 AMEND SCHEDULE III OF THE BOROUGH CODE CHAPTER 185-8, TO
ALLOW PARKING ON GREEN AVENUE AT WOODLAND ROAD
Ord. 24-2014 is listed for Introduction
05/12/2014-3 APPROPRIATION OF $33,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A COUNTY RMS AND CAD SYSTEM FOR
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
Ordinance 25-2014 listed for introduction
05/12/2014-4 APPROPRIATION OF $30,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A POLICE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE AND
EQUIPMENT
Ordinance 26-2014 listed for introduction
LAST PRINTED 5/12/2014 12:18:00 PM1
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – MAY 12, 2014
05/12/2014-5 APPROPRIATION OF $6,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF VIDEO SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS
Ordinance 27-2014 listed for introduction
05/12/2014-6 APPROPRIATION OF $2,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF PORTABLE SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT
FOR THE PD DETECTIVE BUREAU
Ordinance 28-2014 listed for introduction
05/12/2014-7 APPROPRIATION OF $60,000.00 FROM THE SEWER CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF NEW SUMP PUMPS FOR THE SEWER
DEPARTMENT
Ordinance 29-2014 listed for introduction
05/12/2014-8 APPROPRIATION OF $40,000.00 FROM THE SEWER CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR SEWER PUMP STATION UPGRADES
Ordinance 30-2014 listed for introduction
05/12/2014-9 AMENDING CHAPTER 195, LAND DEVELOPMENT TO REVISE THE
BOROUGH’S CONDITIONAL USE STANDARDS FOR DRIVE-THRU RESTAURANTS
Ordinance 31-2014 listed for introduction
14. ORDINANCES FOR HEARING
ORDINANCE 8-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$57,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO
PURCHASE ONE PICKUP TRUCK
ORDINANCE 9-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $11,000.00 FROM
THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO PURCHASE FOUR SETS OF
FIREFIGHTER TURNOUT GEAR
ORDINANCE 10-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AMENDING SECTION 185-29 OF
THE BOROUGH CODE TO PROHIBIT PARKING ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF BURNET
ROAD DURING SCHOOL AND SPORTING EVENTS
ORDINANCE 11-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON REPLACING ORDINANCE 5-2008
SETTING THE SALARY RANGES FOR NON-UNION FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES
ORDINANCE 12-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $65,000.00 FROM
THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO PURCHASE TWO PAD MOUNT
TRANSFORMERS
LAST PRINTED 5/12/2014 12:18:00 PM Page 2
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – MAY 12, 2014
ORDINANCE 13-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $30,000.00 FROM
THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO PURCHASE A THREE
QUARTER TON PICK-UP TRUCK
ORDINANCE 14-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $25,000.00 FROM
THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO PURCHASE NEW BATTERY
BANKS AT THE KINGS ROAD AND JAMES PARK SUBSTATIONS
ORDINANCE 15-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $30,000.00 FROM
THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO PURCHASE A NEW FIBER-
OPTIC PILOT RELAY SYSTEM BETWEEN THE KINGS ROAD AND JAMES PARK
SUBSTATIONS
ORDINANCE 16-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $10,000.00 FROM
THE WATER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR WELL UPGRADES
ORDINANCE 17-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $80,000.00 FROM
THE WATER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A NEW
GENERATOR AT WELL E
ORDINANCE 18-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $130,000.00
FROM THE WATER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A
BACK HOE FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ORDINANCE 19-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $160,000.00
FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A
LIFT REPLACEMENT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ORDINANCE 20-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $30,000.00 FROM
THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A POLE
BARN FOR STORAGE
ORDINANCE 21-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $160,000.00
FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A
LOADER FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
LAST PRINTED 5/12/2014 12:18:00 PM Page 3
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – MAY 12, 2014
ORDINANCE 22-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $8,000.00 FROM
THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO REPLACE THE CIVIC CENTER
FLOOR
ORDINANCE 23-2014
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $450,000.00
FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR REPLACEMENT OF
THE HVAC SYSTEM AT THE MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY
15. INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (2 of 2)
16. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE 25-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$33,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE
OF A COUNTY RMS AND CAD SYSTEM FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
ORDINANCE 26-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$30,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE
OF A POLICE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT
ORDINANCE 27-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$6,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS
ORDINANCE 28-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$2,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF
PORTABLE SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT FOR THE PD DETECTIVE BUREAU
ORDINANCE 29-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$60,000.00 FROM THE SEWER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF
NEW SUMP PUMPS FOR THE SEWER DEPARTMENT
ORDINANCE 30-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$40,000.00 FROM THE SEWER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR SEWER PUMP
STATION UPGRADES
ORDINANCE 31-2014 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AMENDING
CHAPTER 195, LAND DEVELOPMENT TO REVISE THE BOROUGH’S CONDITIONAL USE
STANDARDS FOR DRIVE-THRU RESTAURANTS
17. CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
R 140-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING GRANT OF
ELECTRIC UTILITY EASEMENT AT 80 GREEN VILLAGE ROAD
R 141-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING RAFFLES
LICENSE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE ARTS COUNCIL OF THE MORRIS AREA TO
CONDUCT AN ON-PREMISE 50/50 RAFFLE ON SUNDAY, JUNE 22, 2014
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – MAY 12, 2014
R 142-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING TYLER
STEHLGENS AND ANDRES VARGAS AS AUXILIARY POLICE OFFICERS FOR THE
BOROUGH OF MADISON
R 143-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING 30TH
ANNUAL GIRALDA FARMS RUN ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2014
R 144-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING TEMPORARY
SIGNS FOR AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AAUW)
R 145-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING KEVIN
FRENCH TO THE POSITION OF APPRENTICE LINEMAN
R 146-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON RATIFYING APPOINTMENT
OF JAMES CARROLL TO THE INTERN POSITION IN THE MADISON FIRE DEPARTMENT
EFFECTIVE MAY 13, 2014
R 147-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING A FEDERAL
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA) GRANT FOR NEW SELF CONTAINED
BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA) AND AIR CYLINDERS
R 148-2014 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON SETTING SALARIES FOR
FULL-TIME NON-UNION PERSONNEL
18. Unfinished Business
19. Approval of Vouchers
20. New Business
21. Adjournment
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