Mayor & Council
Regular MeetingMadison, NJ · February 8, 2021
Minutes
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
BOROUGH OF MADISON
February 8, 2021 - 7 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Madison was held
on the 8th day of February, 2021. Mayor Conley called the meeting to order at 7:00
p.m. via Teleconference in the Council Chamber 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 7, 2021. 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:
Astri J. Baillie
Maureen Byrne
John F. Hoover
Debra J. Coen
Rachael Ehrlich
Robert Landrigan
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
Ms. Byrne moved:
RESOLVED, that the meeting be adjourned to an Executive Session to consider the
following matters:
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL (1)
January 25, 2021
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
LITIGATION MATTERS (2)
AFFORDABLE HOUSING UPDATE
TAX APPEAL – 115 CENTRAL AVENUE
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
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CONTRACT MATTERS (7)
PADDLE TENNIS MEMBERSHIP
IT SERVICES – BOROUGH OF MOUNTAIN LAKES , TWP OF BERKELEY
HEIGHTS
MILLING AND REPAVING IMPROVEMENTS
ROAD CRACK SEALING
LINE STRIPING IMPROVEMENTS
FRONT END LOADER
HDM PLAZA RESTORATION
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
Seconded: Ms. Baillie
Vote: Approved by voice vote
RECONVENE VIA TELECONFERENCE
Mayor Conley reconvened the Regular Meeting at 8 p.m. via teleconference with all
members present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all.
Mayor Conley asked that a moment of silence be observed for the following
residents:
Eleanor Serillo
George “Shorty” Tyree
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ms. Baillie moved approval of the Special Minutes of December 28, 2020.
Ms. Byrne seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous voice call vote
recorded.
Ms. Baillie moved approval of the Executive Minutes of January 25, 2021.
Ms. Byrne seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous voice call vote
recorded.
Ms. Baillie moved approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of January 25, 2021.
Ms. Byrne seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous voice call vote
recorded.
GREETINGS TO PUBLIC
Mayor Conley made the following comments:
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH FOR FEBRUARY:
Marlene Dolan, Madison Public Health Nurse has been selected as the Employee of
the Month for February. She came to work on her day off to help vaccinate 90
seniors at the Rexford Tucker Apartment Complex to make sure things ran
smoothly. Many thanks for that and for her professional work every day dealing with
contact tracing and other COVID 19 issues to protect our residents and the
community.
CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION:
Mayor Conley presented the Smithsonian Institution Certificate of Appreciation for
the Madison Rose Garden Park to Council Member Astri Baillie on behalf of the
Garden Club. Ms. Baillie noted the honor of the Garden Club of Madison of
receiving this award.
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REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Public Safety
Ms. Byrne, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The Police Department announced that Sgt. Bart Glab has received an annual
recognition award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for his efforts
enforcing safe driving. During the month of January, the Fire Department responded
to eleven general alarms, twelve still alarms, thirty-four Investigations and twenty-six
EMS calls, for a total 83 calls for the month. On Friday, February 5th, Madison
Firefighters responded to Morristown, along with other Fire Departments and
agencies to assist at a commercial structure fire at 40 Speedwell Avenue. The
recent snowstorm of approximately 24” of snow, buried approximately 675 fire
hydrants. We ask that residents help clear hydrants located at their properties.
Madison Firefighters, Electric Department personnel, DPW, interns, Madison HS
students and a private contractor, all worked to clear the hydrants.
Finance and Borough Clerk
Ms. Baillie, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The first quarter property tax bills were due on February 1st and the 10-day grace
period will end this Wednesday, February 10th at the close of business. Residents
are encouraged to mail in or pay online before Wednesday. Please visit rosenet.org
for more information. Tonight’s budget discussion includes the municipal fund
balance and the impact of the COVID pandemic on finances. Strategic budget
guidelines will also be discussed. If there is a consensus, a draft budget will be
presented at the February 22, 2021 Council meeting. A decrease in revenues has
had an impact, not only on this year’s budget, but future budgets as well. The
Borough has maintained strong financial planning that has helped prevent the need
for borrowing funds to cover costs.
Public Works and Engineering
Mr. Hoover, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Mr. Hoover noted that Madison is rated a #1 community because of its wonderful
staff and volunteers. This week, Mr. Hoover highlighted the staff of the Department
of Public Works. Mr. Hoover noted the efficient job that Public Works has done with
snow removal. The Department has worked around the clock to remove snow at all
schools, roadways and the downtown area. Parking lots and intersection have also
been cleared. The Department has repaired two water main breaks and staff will be
attending safety classes in the spring. Residents are asked to remove snow from
fire hydrants located on their property. The Recreation Advisory Committee
announces that Spring Sports registration in proceeding as planned. The Committee
reviewed pickle ball and paddle tennis courts at Memorial Park and recommends
moving forward with plans. The Shade Tree Advisory Committee will begin spring
planting with new trees along main roadways.
Community Affairs
Ms. Coen, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The Downtown Development Commission will hold their monthly meeting via Zoom
on Thursday, February 18th. The Taste of Madison planning committee met and
discussed a new format for this year’s event, including new dates May 14th through
the 23rd. More details to follow. Chris Pfeifer spoke at a networking breakfast,
discussing the Madison brand and proper use of the logo. The Red Cross blood
drive at the Community Arts Center was a success and an addition blood drive will
be held in April. With the increase in indoor capacity recently approved by the
Governor, planning has begun for staged readings and other performances at the
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Community Arts Center. Additional art displays and events are planned for Waverly
Place in April and May.
Utilities
Ms. Ehrlich, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The Electric Department worked throughout the Feb. 1-2 snowstorm, keeping
Substations and parking lot clear and accessible. Due to the high winds and heavy
snow, the entire department remained on stand-by for emergency issues. Despite
the inclement weather, there were no power outages. Following the storm, the
Electric Department, along with the Meter Interns, assisted the Fire Department in
clearing snow from the town fire hydrants. Last Thursday, Feb. 4th, the department
received a delivery of 1,152 electric smart meters. The Meter Department can once
again proceed with Electric Meter upgrades. This will be the final phase of meter
upgrades, bringing us up 100% smart meter adoption throughout the borough. The
Water Department excavated Route 124 at #120 (the Drew University Alumni
House) to disconnect service to the building. The Department also excavated the
curb box at 41 Highland Avenue and replaced the valve box and rod, so it could be
operated for a private contractor to perform work in the customer’s house. The
Water Department lent a helping hand removing heavy snow.
Health
Mr. Landrigan, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
January 31st was the deadline for renewal of pet licenses. Please contact the Health
Department if you have not yet renewed your pet’s license. There have been 566
confirmed cases of COVID-19 to date in the Borough, with new case rates still
matching high numbers from last October. The Morris County regional vaccination
center has opened at the former Sears Department store, at Rockaway Mall. CVS
and RiteAid drugstores will begin administering vaccines, as well. Information
regarding appointments can be found on the Borough’s website.
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 Meeting Moderator, each person give his/her
name and address in an audible tone of voice, 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 discussion was
closed.
AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
02/08/2021-1 BUDGET HEARING – DRAFT BUDGET DISCUSSION
Mr. Burnet provided Council with a budget presentation, noting that 2020 was a
financially challenging year. Revenues are down by approximately $1 million.
Council will have decisions to make regarding the 5-year Capital plan, reserves for
tax appeals, fund balance and in the near future collective bargaining agreements.
Mr. Burnet reviewed the budget schedule noting no change in services provided to
residents is recommended, and explained that employee costs are the largest
portion of the municipal budget including pension and health insurance costs.
Department Heads will present budgets at the next Council meeting, February 22,
2021.
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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 January 25, 2021, 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 4-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $26,720.00 FROM THE MUNICIPAL OPEN
SPACE TRUST FUND FOR ARCHITECTURAL PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS AT THE MADISON MASONIC LODGE No.93
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that it is in the best
interest of the Borough to provide for architectural plans and specifications for
restoration of the Madison Masonic Lodge No.93 and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $12,040.00 from the Open Space Trust Fund to satisfy a twenty (20%)
percent match requirement for the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust grant
by adopting Ordinance 11-2020; and
WHEREAS, the County of Morris approved a grant of $21,440.00 leaving a
funding gap of $26,720.00; and
WHEREAS, the Open Space Advisory Committee will consider ratification of
this funding recommendation at their next regularly scheduled meeting, if applicable;
and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested to the availability of
funds in an amount not to exceed $26,720.00 for this purpose in the Open Space
Trust Fund.
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 $26,720.00 is hereby appropriated from the
Open Space Trust Fund to supplement the award of a Morris County Historic
Preservation Trust grant for the Madison Masonic Lodge No. 93.
SECTION 2: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 4-2021.
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Kirsten Wallerstein; Westerly Avenue, inquired about public fund being used for
the Madison Masonic Lodge.
Clare Whitcomb; Fairwood Road, asked if any part of the plans and specifications
for the Masonic Lodge have any sustainable elements.
Since no other member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 4-2021, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Ms. Byrne seconded the motion. Ms. Baillie noted a private public
partnership with the Masonic Lodge. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Baillie, Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover,
Ms. Coen, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan
Nays: None
Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 4-2021 adopted and finally passed and asked the
Clerk to publish notice thereof in the newspaper and file the ordinance in accordance
with the law.
ORDINANCE 5-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AMENDING
CHAPTER 94 ATTACHMENT 3, APPENDIX C ENTITLED
“ELECTRIC UTILITY DEPARTMENT RULES AND
REGULATIONS”
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON IN THE
COUNTY OF MORRIS AND THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, as follows:
Chapter 94 Attachment 3, Appendix C entitled “Electric Utility
Department Rules and Regulations” of the “Code of the Borough of Madison”
SECTION 2.13, 2.17, 2.31, and 3.34 are hereby amended to read as follows:
(Text with strikethrough is omitted, additions are in bold italics.)
SERVICE PROVIDED
2.13 In the case of Commercial or Industrial customers with a connected load of
250KW or more that requires a primary line extension on private property, the
Borough will furnish and install the overhead line to a 100-foot distance onto the
customer’s property at the customer’s expense. Underground primary lines, will be
installed, owned and maintained at the expense of the customer. Transformer
installations on poles will be charged to the contractor. with ratings up to 300
KVA (three phase only), will be installed at the Borough's expense. Transformer
installations with ratings up to 300 KVA (three-phase only) may be required to
be padmount, at the discretion of the Borough’s Electric Department and will
be installed at the Owner’s expense. All commercial and industrial transformers
on pads, in vaults, or inside buildings will be installed, owned and maintained at the
owner’s expense. Transformers up to 300 KVA, that are located outside of
buildings, will be supplied by the owner and become the property of the Borough of
Madison will remain property of the Customer upon acceptance, transformers
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larger than 300 KVA will be supplied by owner and remain the property of the
customer. Transformer installations underground or inside of buildings, if of the
submersible type, would be installed at the expense of the customer, within the
ratings above stipulated.
2.17 For new apartment houses, condominiums, townhouses, and association
housing complexes requiring pole lines on private property or on non-accepted
streets, the owner will install all street lights, lampposts, transformers, ducts, and
cable underground. Upon completion the system will be dedicated to the Borough
to become part of its distribution system to be maintained, enlarged or extended. All
transformers will be supplied by the contractor. Transformers up to 300 KVA will
become the property of the Borough of Madison upon acceptance of the
development, may be required to be padmount, at the discretion of the
Borough’ Electric Department, and will be owned and maintained by the
Association. Transformers larger than 300 KVA will be owned and maintained by
the association. All condominiums, townhouses, and association housing will install,
own and maintain all underground secondary ducts and cable originating at the
transformer and connecting at the meter pan. All underground street lighting and
associated duct and cable will be installed owned and maintained by the
association. Contractor must provide the Borough of Madison with a spare
transformer, fuses, lamppost, fixture, and accurate as built drawings upon
competition of project. All transformers shall meet or exceed Borough of Madison
specifications.
Four-Wire, Three-Phase, 120/2-8 Volts
2.31 Four-wire, three-phase 120/208 volt service will be supplied only for
large installations requiring a heavy electrical energy consumption for lighting
and power load or as otherwise determined by the Division. Borough of
Madison will provide current transformers, CT rated meter pans. and pole
stand-offs. Contractor will supply current transformers and C.T. rated meter
pans. Borough of Madison will provide pole stand-offs only.
SERVICE ENTRANCE
3.34 The Contractor will furnish and install meter cabinets. The contractor will also
install the service conduit and all conductors from the point of attachment of the
service drop wires through the meter cabinet and into the structure. The Borough
Contractor will furnish C.T. rated meter pans only, with cost to the customer. On all
primary services, the Borough Contractor will furnish all Current Transformers and
Potential Transformers. The customer will be charged for the labor to wire the
current transformers to the meter pan. Owner will supply all C.T. and P.T.
cabinets, at the owner’s expense.
Mayor Conley opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 5-2021. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Ms. Ehrlich moved that Ordinance 5-2021, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Ms. Baillie seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and
the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Baillie, Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover,
Ms. Coen, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan
Nays: None
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Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 5-2021 adopted and finally passed and asked the
Clerk to publish notice thereof in the newspaper and file the ordinance in accordance
with the law.
ORDINANCE 6-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
AMENDING CHAPTER 195-27 OF THE MADISON
BOROUGH CODE ENTITLED “LAND DEVELOPMENT
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON”
REGARDING CHANGES IN ELEVATION
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Madison Land
Development Ordinance be supplemented to require a framing elevation survey.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and the State of New Jersey, that Chapter 195, “The Land
Development Ordinance of the Borough of Madison,” of the Revised General Code of the
Borough of Madison is hereby amended and supplemented as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 195-27G(4) entitled “Changes in Elevation” shall be
supplemented as follows:
… Immediately following the completion of the framing
for any new principal structure and prior to the
commencement of any subsequent construction, a
framing elevation survey shall be submitted to the
Municipal Engineer, Zoning Officer and Construction
Official for purposes of confirming (a) the bulk height
requirement of the zone; and (b) compliance with the
individual lot grading plan and building plans approved
by the municipality for the specific development. The
survey shall be certified by a New Jersey licensed
professional land surveyor and show the elevation of
the highest point (peak, ridgeline or highest point of
flat roof) of the framing with reference to the approved
existing grade plane elevation and proposed building
height.
SECTION 2: If any section or provision of this Ordinance is held invalid in any
court of competent jurisdiction, the same shall not affect the other sections or provisions of
this Ordinance except so far as the section or provision so declared invalid shall be
separable from the remainder or any portion thereof.
SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts thereof which are inconsistent or in conflict
with the provisions of this ordinance or any part thereof are hereby repealed to the extent of
said inconsistency or conflict.
SECTION 4: This ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Mayor Conley explained that the Planning Board will have an opportunity to review
proposed Ordinance 6-2021 that their February 16, 2021 meeting. Mayor Conley
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then opened up the public hearing on Ordinance 5-2021. Since no member of the
public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Adoption is scheduled for the February 22, 2021 Council meeting.
ORDINANCE 7-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$1,000,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR 2021 ROAD RECONSTRUCTION PROJECTS, RELATED WORK
AND MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Borough
appropriate $1,000,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for 2021
Road Reconstruction Projects, including new pavement, traffic calming, curbing and
pedestrian sidewalk improvements, related work and miscellaneous projects
throughout the Borough; 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
$1,000,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $1,000,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the 2021
Road Reconstruction Projects, related work and miscellaneous projects throughout
the Borough.
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 $1,000,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the 2021 Road Reconstruction
Projects, related work and miscellaneous projects throughout the Borough.
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 7-2021. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Hoover moved that Ordinance 7-2021, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Ms. Coen seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and
the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Baillie, Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover,
Ms. Coen, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan
Nays: None
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Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 7-2021 adopted and finally passed and asked the
Clerk to publish notice thereof in the newspaper and file the ordinance in accordance
with the law.
ORDINANCE 8-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$575,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR
2021 MILLING AND OVERLAY PROJECTS
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Borough
appropriate $575,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for 2021
Milling and Overlay projects, including mill, overlay, signage, striping, curb, sidewalk
and crack sealing improvements, related work and miscellaneous projects
throughout town; 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
$575,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $575,000.00 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the 2021
Milling and Overlay projects, signage, striping, curb, sidewalk and crack sealing
improvements, related work and miscellaneous projects throughout town.
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 $575,000.00 is hereby appropriated
from the General Capital Improvement Fund for the 2021 Milling and Overlay
projects, signage, striping, curb, sidewalk and crack sealing improvements, related
work and miscellaneous projects throughout town.
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 8-2021. Since no
member of the public wished to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Hoover moved that Ordinance 8-2021, which was read by title, be finally
adopted. Ms. Coen seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and
the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Baillie, Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover,
Ms. Coen, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan
Nays: None
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Mayor Conley declared Ordinance 8-2021 adopted and finally passed and asked the
Clerk to publish notice thereof in the newspaper and file the ordinance in accordance
with the 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
Meeting Moderator, each person give his/her name and address in an audible tone
of voice, for the record. He/she shall limit his/her statement to three (3) minutes
or less.
Claire Whitcomb, Fairwood Road, commented on the municipal budget
presentation asking that discussions include sustainability and energy efficiency as
part of each department’s budget.
Since no other member of the public wished to be heard, the invitation for
discussion 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 February 22, 2021 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 9-2021 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
REPEALING SCHEDULE II OF CHAPTER 195-49 “LAND DEVELOPMENT
ORDINANCE FOR THE BOROUGH OF MADISON”
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that it would be necessary
and appropriate to repeal Schedule II of Chapter 195, the Land Development
Ordinance for the Borough of Madison.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison and the County of Morris and State of New Jersey as follows:
Section 1: That Chapter 195-49, Schedule II: Permitted, Conditional and
Accessory Uses as now exists be and hereby is repealed in full; and
Section 2: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 9-2021, which the Borough Clerk read by title, be
adopted. Ms. Byrne seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
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Yeas: Ms. Baillie, Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover,
Ms. Coen, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan
Nays: None
ORDINANCE 10-2021 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
AMENDING OF CHAPTER 195-32.5D OF THE MADISON BOROUGH CODE
ENTITLED “CC COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ZONE REGULATIONS”
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that it would be necessary
and appropriate to amend the Land Development Ordinance to remove gasoline
services stations and public garages as conditional uses in the CC Community
Commercial Zone.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison and the County of Morris and State of New Jersey that Chapter 195-32.5.D
of the Land Development Ordinance of the Borough of Madison, is hereby amended
as follows:
Section 1: Section 195-32.D(4) and D(6) shall be deleted, with the
remaining uses in Section 195-32.5.D renumbered accordingly.
Section 2: This Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law.
Ms. Baillie moved that Ordinance 10-2021, which the Borough Clerk read by title, be
adopted. Ms. Byrne seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and the
motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Baillie, Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover,
Ms. Coen, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan
Nays: None
ORDINANCES 11-2021 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROPRIATING $10,000.00 FROM THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FUND FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS
WHEREAS, the Assistant Borough Administrator/CFO has recommended
that the Borough appropriate $10,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement
Fund for Electric Vehicle Charging 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
$10,000.00 for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that the Borough should
appropriate $10,000.00 from the Electric Capital Improvement Fund for Electric
Vehicle Charging Stations; and
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WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has
awarded a $40,000.00 reimbursable grant for this purpose.
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 Electric Capital Improvement Fund for Electric Vehicle Charging 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.
Ms. Ehrlich moved that Ordinance 11-2021, which the Borough Clerk read by title,
be adopted. Ms. Baillie seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion, and
the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Baillie, Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover,
Ms. Coen, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan
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.
Ms. Byrne moved adoption of the Resolutions listed on the Consent Agenda. Ms.
Baillie seconded the motion. Mr. Hoover abstained from voting on Resolution 63-2021.
Mr. Landrigan abstained from voting on Resolution 67-2021. There was no Council
discussion and the motion passed with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Baillie, Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover,
Ms. Coen, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan
Nays: None
R 59-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING A
SHARED SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE TOWNSHIP OF BERKELEY
HEIGHTS AND THE BOROUGH OF MOUNTAIN LAKES TO PROVIDE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison wishes to renew Shared Services
agreements for the provision of Information Technology Support Services, pursuant
to the attached contracts with the Township of Berkeley Heights and the Borough of
Mountain Lakes; and
WHEREAS, the Madison Borough Council has determined to renew said
shared services agreements.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, that the Mayor and
Borough Clerk are authorized to enter into Shared Services agreements with the
Township of Berkeley Heights and the Borough of Mountain Lakes for the provision
of Information Technology Support Services, such agreements to be in a form
approved by the Madison Borough Attorney.
R 60-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING
CONTRACT TO SCHIFANO CONSTRUCTION CORP., INC. FOR PAVING
IMPROVEMENTS UNDER MORRIS COUNTY COOPERATIVE BID IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $340,000.00
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison desires to award a contract for paving
improvements to an authorized vendor under the Morris County Co-Operative
Pricing Council program; and
WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is
authorized by the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-10, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, Schifano Construction Corp., Inc., of Middlesex, New Jersey
has been awarded Morris County Co-Operative Pricing Council Contract # 6, Road
Resurfacing; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Borough
Council utilize this contract for paving improvements in an amount not to exceed
$340,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds are available
in an amount not to exceed $340,000.00 for this purpose in Ordinance 8-2021.
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. A contract for paving improvements by Schifano Construction Corp.,
Inc. of Middlesex, New Jersey, at a total price not to exceed $340,000.00 is hereby
approved under the Morris County Co-Operative Pricing Council Contract #6, Road
Resurfacing.
2. The Borough Administrator is hereby authorized and directed on
behalf of the Borough to execute a purchase order and contract to Schifano
Construction Corp., Inc. of Parsippany, New Jersey, for paving improvements at a
total price not to exceed $340,000.00, in a form acceptable to the Borough Attorney.
3. The Borough Clerk is hereby directed to publish notice of the
adoption of this resolution in the official newspaper of the Borough of Madison within
ten (10) days of its adoption pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
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R 61-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING
CONTRACT TO MICRO PAVE SYSTEMS, INC. FOR CRACK SEALING UNDER
MORRIS COUNTY COOPERATIVE BID IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$50,000.00
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison desires to award a contract for crack
sealing to an authorized vendor under the Morris County Co-Operative Pricing
Council program; and
WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is
authorized by the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-10, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, Micro Pave Systems, Inc., of Roseland, New Jersey has been
awarded Morris County Co-Operative Pricing Council Contract # 6, Road
Resurfacing; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Borough
Council utilize this contract for paving improvements in an amount not to exceed
$50,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds are available
in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 for this purpose in Ordinance 8-2021.
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. A contract for crack sealing by Micro Pave Systems, Inc., of
Roseland, New Jersey, at a total price not to exceed $50,000.00 is hereby approved
under the Morris County Co-Operative Pricing Council Contract #6, Road
Resurfacing.
2. The Borough Administrator is hereby authorized and directed on
behalf of the Borough to execute a purchase order and contract to Micro Pave
Systems, Inc., of Roseland, New Jersey, for paving improvements at a total price
not to exceed $50,000.00, in a form acceptable to the Borough Attorney.
3. The Borough Clerk is hereby directed to publish notice of the
adoption of this resolution in the official newspaper of the Borough of Madison within
ten (10) days of its adoption pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
R 62-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING
CONTRACT TO DENVILLE LINE STRIPING, INC. FOR STRIPING WORK UNDER
MORRIS COUNTY COOPERATIVE BID IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$30,000.00
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison desires to award a contract for striping
work for various roadways to an authorized vendor under the Morris County Co-
Operative Pricing Council program; and
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WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is
authorized by the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-10, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, Denville Line Striping, Inc., of Rockaway, New Jersey has been
awarded Morris County Co-Operative Pricing Council Contract #36 ‘Traffic Striping
on Roadways’; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended that the Borough
Council utilize this contract for striping of various roadways in an amount not to
exceed $30,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds are available
in an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 for this purpose in Ordinance 8-2021.
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. A contract for the striping of various roadways by Denville Line
Striping, Inc. of Rockaway, New Jersey, at a total price not to exceed $30,000.00 is
hereby approved under the Morris County Co-Operative Pricing Council Contract
#36.
2. The Borough Administrator is hereby authorized and directed on
behalf of the Borough to execute a purchase order and contract to Denville Line
Striping, Inc., for striping of various roadways at a total price not to exceed
$30,000.00, in a form acceptable to the Borough Attorney.
R 63-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
THE SETTLEMENT OF CERTAIN TAX APPEALS
WHEREAS, appeals of the real property tax assessments of the following
properties have been filed in the Tax Court of New Jersey:
PROPERTY OWNER BLOCK LOT ADDRESS
Hoover, John & Susan 1004 2 115 Central Avenue
; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Conflict Tax Assessor, Scott Holzhauer, Special
Tax Appeal Attorney and Expert Appraiser are of the opinion that it is in the best
interest of the Borough to settle these appeals.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council of the
Borough of Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey, as follows:
1. The settlement of the following tax appeals filed at the Tax Court of
New Jersey are hereby authorized as follows:
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PROPERTY OWNER YEAR ORIGINAL PROPOSED
ASSESSMENT SETTLEMENT
Hoover, John & Susan 2019 & 2020 $1,370,000 $1,200,000
2. All municipal officials are hereby authorized to take whatever actions
may be necessary to implement the terms of this Resolution.
3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.
R 64-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING
CONTRACT TO REED SYSTEMS, LTD. FOR THE PURCHASE OF
ENVIROBRINE LIQUID MELTING AGENT UNDER MORRIS COUNTY
COOPERATIVE BID IN AN AMOUNT TO EXCEED $17,500.00
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison desires to award a contract for
envirobrine liquid melting agent to an authorized vendor under the Morris County
Co-Operative Pricing Council program; and
WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is
authorized by the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-10, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, Reed Systems, Ltd., of Ellenville, New York has been awarded
Morris County Co-Operative Pricing Council Contract #3 ‘Rock salt & Calcium
Chloride’; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Purchasing Agent has recommended that the
Borough Council utilize this contract for striping of various roadways in an amount to
exceed $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds are available
in an amount to exceed $17,500.00 for this purpose in the Public Works Operating
Account 1-01-26-300-435.
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. A contract for envirobrine liquid melting agent by Reed Systems, Ltd.,
of Ellenville, New York, at a total price to exceed $17,500.00 is hereby approved
under the Morris County Co-Operative Pricing Council Contract #3.
2. The Borough Administrator is hereby authorized and directed on
behalf of the Borough to execute a purchase order and contract Reed Systems,
Ltd., for envirobrine liquid melting agent at a total price to exceed $17,500.00, in a
form acceptable to the Borough Attorney.
R 65-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON TEMPORARILY
AMENDING CHAPTER 166 ARTICLE V OF THE BOROUGH CODE ENTITLED
‘SIDEWALK DINING LICENSES’
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WHEREAS, the COVID-19 Global Health Pandemic has had a significant
negative economic impact on the Borough’s restaurants and eateries; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council wishes to ease the Borough’s Sidewalk
Dining License regulations in order to help the Borough’s restaurants and eateries.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the annual license fee
shall be waived for 2021.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Borough Administrator may permit an
existing restaurant or food establishment to expand outdoor dining during the year
upon issuance of the appropriate Executive Order by Governor Murphy authorizing
said activity, subject to the following:
1. Outdoor dining may be conducted on any restaurant property in the CB1,
CB2 and CC zoning district; and
2. Any restaurant may create outdoor dining on private property, the public
sidewalk in front of their business and the public sidewalk next to their
establishment with the consent of the property owner and adjoining
business, subject to keeping the public area clear of tables and chairs in the
event snow and ice removal is required; and
3. Outdoor dining may be permitted on premise-owned parking lots in spaces
that may have been previously required by zoning or other agreements; and
4. Service of alcoholic beverages shall be permitted in outdoor areas licensed
or allowed by temporary ABC or state regulations.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the restaurant must submit an application
with a map detailing the location, number of tables and seating capacity of the
outdoor dining space, complying with Borough regulations and New Jersey COVID-
19 guidelines and regulations; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Borough Administrator with the
advice and consent of the Borough Attorney may waive other sections of Chapter
166 Article V and may enact other regulations as appropriate to maintain order,
enhance public safety and to help Borough restaurants and eateries that are
economically impacted by the COVID-19 Global Health Pandemic.
R 66-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING A
GRANT FROM THE “IT PAY$ TO PLUG IN: NJ’S ELECTRIC VEHICLE
CHARGING GRANTS PROGRAM” THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
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WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison has applied for and has been awarded a
grant in the amount of $40,000.00 from the “It Pay$ to Plug In: NJ’s Electric Vehicle
Charging Grants Program” through the Department of Environmental Protection for
Electric Vehicle Charging Station.
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 above
referenced grant is hereby accepted and that the Chief Financial Officer is hereby
authorized to execute grant documents as authorized representative for the
Borough of Madison
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be
forwarded to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
R 67-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AND THE MADISON
VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE CORP REGARDING APPLICATION FOR A FEDERAL
GRANT FROM THE ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANT PROGRAM (AFG)
WHEREAS, the Borough Fire Chief has recommended that the Borough
Council approve execution of a Memorandum of Understanding regarding
application for a Federal grant from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program,
(AFG) to purchase portable radio equipment; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined to approve the execution
of the Memorandum of Understanding attached hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that the Mayor is hereby
authorized to execute on behalf of the Borough of Madison the Memorandum of
Understanding with the Madison Volunteer Ambulance, in a form approved by the
Borough Attorney.
R 68-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
PURCHASE OF A BACKHOE LOADER THROUGH THE EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES COMMISSION OF NJ (ESCNJ)
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison desires to award a contract for the
purchase of a backhoe loader under the Educational Services Commission of NJ
(ESCNJ) program; and
WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is
authorized by the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-10, et seq.; and
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WHEREAS, Jesco, Inc. of South Plainfield, New Jersey, has been awarded
the Educational Services Commission of NJ (ESCNJ) contract number ESCNJ
#18/19-25, Grounds Equipment; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works has recommended that the
Borough Council utilize this contract for the purchase of a backhoe loader; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds are available
in an amount not to exceed $186,041.59 for this purpose in a grant award or in any
other account that may be deemed appropriate by the Chief Financial Officer or his
designee, and the availability of funds has been contingently certified by the Chief
Financial Officer pending approval of the 2021 budget.
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. A contract with Jesco, Inc. for the purchase of a backhoe loader, in
an amount not to exceed $186,041.59 is hereby approved.
2. The Borough Administrator is hereby authorized and directed on
behalf of the Borough to execute a purchase order and contract to Jesco, Inc. of
South Plainfield, New Jersey, for the purchase of a backhoe loader at a total price
not to exceed $186,041.59, in a form acceptable to the Borough Attorney.
R 69-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING
PURCHASE OF NON CONTRACT ITEMS FOR THE 2021 JOHN DEER 524P
WHEEL LOADER
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent has requested authorization to purchase
non contract items for the 2021 John Deer 524P Wheel Loader, in the amount of
$6,728.16, purchased from Jesco, Inc. of South Plainfield, NJ; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has approved the purchase of the 2021
John Deer 524P Wheel Loader by Resolution 68-2021; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has attested that funds are available
in an amount not to exceed $6,728.16 for this purpose in a grant award or in any
other account that may be deemed appropriate by the Chief Financial Officer or his
designee, and the availability of funds has been contingently certified by the Chief
Financial Officer pending approval of the 2021 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 up to $6,728.16 is
hereby authorized to be allocated from a grant award for the purchase of non contract
items for the 2021 John Deer 524P Wheel Loader.
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R 70-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
RAFFLES LICENSE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY ST. VINCENT MARTYR
CHURCH
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Madison, County of Morris,
State of New Jersey, that the following applications for Raffles Licenses, to be held
as listed below, be and the same are hereby approved:
ST. VINCENT MARTYR CHURCH
I.D. No. 274-1-812
R.A. No. 1509 – Off Premise Merchandise
Date of Raffles: March 19, 2021
R 71-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING
FRANCES BOARDMAN TO THE POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY
FOR THE UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
BE IT RESOLVED by the Borough Council of the Borough of Madison that Frances
Boardman is hereby appointed to the position of Administrative Secretary for the
Utility Advisory Committee, at a stipend of $1,125.00 for 2021.
R 72-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
TEMPORARY PINWHEELS AND A SIGN AT THE MADISON SAFETY COMPLEX
SPONSORED BY MADISON GIRL SCOUTS
WHEREAS, the Madison Girl Scouts Troop 5631 has requested permission
to put up temporary pinwheels and a sign acknowledging World Thinking Day from
February 20, 2021 until March 1, 2021, at the Madison Safety Complex on Kings
Road; and
WHEREAS, handcrafted pinwheels and a sign would be posted
commencing on February 20, 2021 and removed by March 1, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the 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
Madison Girl Scouts Troop 5631 to put up temporary pinwheels and a sign as
described herein from February 20, 2021 to March 1, 2021, is approved.
R 73-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING
CONTRACT TO MERRILL & GARAGUSO, INC. FOR HARTLEY DODGE
MEMORIAL PLAZA RESTORATION IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$1,066,800.00
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison desires to award a contract for the
restoration of the Hartley Dodge Memorial Plaza; and
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WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is
authorized by the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-10, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison pre-qualified prospective bidders in
accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-10, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison solicited bids on two separate
occasions in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-10,
et seq.; and
WHEREAS, during both bid solicitations, the bids received exceeded the
monies allocated by the Borough of Madison for said restoration; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A.
40A:11-10, et seq. the Borough of Madison was authorized and did negotiate with
the bidders who submitted fully responsive bids for restoration of the Hartley Dodge
Memorial Plaza; and
WHEREAS, Merrill & Garaguso, Inc., of Swedesboro, New Jersey provided
the most competitive price during the negotiations process;
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. A contract with Merrill & Garaguso, Inc., of Swedesboro, New Jersey
for the restoration of the Hartley Dodge Memorial Plaza, at a total price not to
exceed $1,066,800.00 is hereby awarded provided that the Qualified Purchasing
Agent, Administration and Borough Attorney are satisfied with the terms of the
contract and all required documentation is submitted.
2. The Borough Clerk is hereby directed to publish notice of the
adoption of this resolution in the official newspaper of the Borough of Madison within
ten (10) days of its adoption pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS
On motion by Ms. Baillie, seconded by Ms. Byrne 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.
Current Fund $411,068.88
General Capital Fund 84,180.84
Electric Operating Fund 122,833.28
Electric Capital Fund 0.00
Water Operating Fund 30,211.88
Water Capital Fund 15,236.36
Trusts 23,731.75
Total $687,262.99
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The following roll call vote was recorded approving the aforementioned vouchers:
Yeas: Ms. Baillie, Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover,
Ms. Coen, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan
Nays: None
NEW BUSINESS
Mayor Conley announced the following appointment and requests Council
confirmation:
UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
David Cohen, 4 Westerly Avenue, unexpired three-year term
through December 31, 2021.
Ms. Baillie moved confirmation of the foregoing appointment. Ms. Ehrlich seconded
the motion, which passed with a unanimous voice call vote recorded.
ADJOURN
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth Osborne
Borough Clerk
Approved February 22, 2021 (EO)
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Agenda
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
Via teleconference at 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. STATEMENT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
3. ROLL CALL
4. AGENDA REVIEW
5. READING OF CLOSED SESSION RESOLUTION
Via teleconference - 8 p.m.
6. RECONVENE WITH (ALL) MEMBERS PRESENT ON FEBRUARY 8, 2021
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
8. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Special Meeting Minutes December 28, 2020
Executive Minutes of January 25, 2021
Regular Minutes of January 25, 2021
9. GREETING TO PUBLIC
Certification of Appreciation – Smithsonian Gardens to Garden Club of Madison for
Rose Garden Park
10. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES
Public Safety Maureen Byrne/Robert Landrigan
Finance and Borough Clerk Astri J. Baillie/Maureen Byrne
Public Works and Engineering John Hoover/Debra J. Coen
Community Affairs Debra J. Coen/ Rachel F. Ehrlich
Utilities Rachel F. Ehrlich/Astri J. Baillie
Health Robert Landrigan/John Hoover
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
12. INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (1 of 2)
13. AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
02/08/2021-1 BUDGET HEARING – DRAFT BUDGET DISCUSSION
14. ORDINANCES FOR HEARING
ORDINANCE 4-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$26,720.00 FROM THE MUNICIPAL OPEN SPACE TRUST FUND FOR
ARCHITECTURAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AT THE MADISON
MASONIC LODGE No.93
ORDINANCE 5-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AMENDING CHAPTER
94 ATTACHMENT 3, APPENDIX C ENTITLED “ELECTRIC UTILITY
DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS”
LAST PRINTED 2/8/2021 4:22:00 PM1
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – FEBRUARY 8, 2021
ORDINANCE 6-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AMENDING
CHAPTER 195-27 OF THE MADISON BOROUGH CODE ENTITLED
“LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF
MADISON” REGARDING CHANGES IN ELEVATION - Hearing only
ORDINANCE 7-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $1,000,000.00
FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR 2021 ROAD
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECTS, RELATED WORK AND MISCELLANEOUS
PROJECTS
ORDINANCE 8-2021
ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING $575,000.00
FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR 2021 MILLING AND
OVERLAY PROJECTS
15. INVITATION FOR DISCUSSION (2 of 2)
16. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE 9-2021 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON REPEALING
SCHEDULE II OF CHAPTER 195-49 “LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE FOR THE
BOROUGH OF MADISON”
ORDINANCE 10-2021 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AMENDING OF
CHAPTER 195-32.5D OF THE MADISON BOROUGH CODE ENTITLED “CC COMMUNITY
COMMERCIAL ZONE REGULATIONS”
ORDINANCES 11-2021 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROPRIATING
$10,000.00 FROM THE ELECTRIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR ELECTRIC
VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS
17. CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
R 59-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING A SHARED
SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE TOWNSHIP OF BERKELEY HEIGHTS AND THE
BOROUGH OF MOUNTAIN LAKES TO PROVIDE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
R 60-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING CONTRACT TO
SCHIFANO CONSTRUCTION CORP., INC. FOR PAVING IMPROVEMENTS UNDER MORRIS
COUNTY COOPERATIVE BID IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $340,000.00
R 61-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING CONTRACT TO
MICRO PAVE SYSTEMS, INC. FOR CRACK SEALING UNDER MORRIS COUNTY
COOPERATIVE BID IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000.00
R 62-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING CONTRACT TO
DENVILLE LINE STRIPING, INC. FOR STRIPING WORK UNDER MORRIS COUNTY
COOPERATIVE BID IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $30,000.00
R 63-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING THE
SETTLEMENT OF CERTAIN TAX APPEALS
LAST PRINTED 2/8/2021 4:22:00 PM Page 2
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – FEBRUARY 8, 2021
R 64-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AWARDING CONTRACT TO
REED SYSTEMS, LTD. FOR THE PURCHASE OF ENVIROBRINE LIQUID MELTING AGENT
UNDER MORRIS COUNTY COOPERATIVE BID IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$17,500.00
R 65-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON TEMPORARILY AMENDING
CHAPTER 166 ARTICLE V OF THE BOROUGH CODE ENTITLED ‘SIDEWALK DINING
LICENSES’
R 66-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ACCEPTING A GRANT
FROM THE “IT PAY$ TO PLUG IN: NJ’S ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING GRANTS
PROGRAM” THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
R 67-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AND THE MADISON VOLUNTEER
AMBULANCE CORP REGARDING APPLICATION FOR A FEDERAL GRANT FROM THE
ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANT PROGRAM (AFG)
R 68-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING PURCHASE
OF A BACKHOE LOADER THROUGH THE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION OF NJ
(ESCNJ)
R 69-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING PURCHASE
OF NON CONTRACT ITEMS FOR THE 2021 JOHN DEER 524P WHEEL LOADER
R 70-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING RAFFLES
LICENSE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY ST. VINCENT MARTYR CHURCH
R 71-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPOINTING FRANCES
BOARDMAN TO THE POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY FOR THE UTILITY
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
R 72-2021 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING TEMPORARY
PINWHEELS AND A SIGN AT THE MADISON SAFETY COMPLEX SPONSORED
BY MADISON GIRL SCOUTS
18. Unfinished Business
19. Approval of Vouchers
20. New Business
21. Adjournment
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