Mayor & Council
Regular MeetingMadison, NJ · December 12, 2022
Minutes
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
BOROUGH OF MADISON
December 12, 2022 - 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 December, 2022. Mayor Conley called the meeting to order at
7:00 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 6, 2022. 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:
Maureen Byrne
John F. Hoover
Debra J. Coen
Rachael Ehrlich
Robert Landrigan
Eric Range
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)
November 14, 2022
November 28, 2022
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
POTENTIAL LITIGATION MATTERS (1)
MEDICINAL CANNABIS DISPENSARY
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
Regular Meeting Minutes – December 12, 2022
LITIGATION MATTERS (1)
DREW UNIVERSITY
Date of public disclosure 60 days after conclusion, if disclosure required.
Seconded: Ms. Byrne
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. Mayor
Conley asked for a moment of silence for the following recently deceased Madison
residents:
Louis J. Alice
Helen M. Ciriello
Kenneth E. Neville
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Ehrlich moved approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of October 24, 2022.
Ms. Coen seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous voice call vote
recorded.
Ms. Ehrlich moved approval of the Executive Minutes of November 14, 2022. Ms.
Coen seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous voice call vote
recorded.
Mr. Range moved approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 14,
2022. Ms. Coen seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous voice call
vote recorded.
Ms. Ehrlich moved approval of the Executive Minutes of November 28, 2022. Ms.
Coen seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous voice call vote
recorded.
Ms. Byrne moved approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 28,
2022. Mr. Range seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous voice call
vote recorded.
GREETINGS TO PUBLIC
Mayor Conley made the following comments:
Mayor Conley noted this meeting is the last regular Council Meeting for Council
member Maureen Byrne, who choose not to serve another term, and invited all to
attend the annual Reorganization Meeting, January 6th at 4p.m. Mayor Conley
welcomed newly elected member Thomas Haralampoudis, who will be sworn in on
January 6th, by invited guest Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, along with Council
member Rachel Ehrlich.
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Mayor Conley announced the employee of the month for December is Executive
Assistant Kathy Notine.
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REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Utilities
Mr. Landrigan, Chair of the Committee, no report.
Public Safety
Ms. Byrne, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
During the month of November the Fire Department responded to sixty fire incidents
and forty-five EMS calls for a total of 105 incidents for the month. Two department
drills were also held. The Fire Department's 4000' of 5" large diameter hose was
recently pressure tested for leaks. All tested hose passed. Congratulations to
probationary Firefighter Luke McCory who last week completed his 200 hours of
EMT training and passed his National EMT certification exam. Volunteer Firefighters
are needed. Go to www.MadisonFD.com for information on how to join and what is
required. The Madison Police Department would like to remind all residents who
are traveling that they can register their home on the Vacation list by going on
www.rosenet.org and in the search bar typing “vacation notice”. If you have any
questions, please contact the police department main desk. The Madison Police
Department and Madison PBA Local 92 are collecting toys for the Toys for Tots
Program. Donations of new unwrapped toys can be dropped off in the Main Lobby
of the Madison Public Safety Building at 62 Kings Road until December 24th.
Community Affairs
Mr. Hoover, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
The next meeting of the Downtown Development Commission will be held on
Thursday, December 15, at 7:15 pm in the Committee Room, 2nd Floor, Hartley
Dodge Memorial Building. The annual Secret Santa Holiday Giveaway continues on
Saturday, December 11th and 24th, between 12:00 and 3:00 pm. Shop in downtown
Madison and you may be randomly approached by a special "Secret Santa" and
awarded a Madison Gift Check. In coordination with the Madison Arts & Culture
Alliance, the DDC will provide free holiday entertainment on Saturdays through
December 24th. Madison Community Arts Center announces that on Sunday,
December 18, the monthly Music Showcase continues with two of three bands,
including local artists Nick Kitts and Bobby Syvarth. For those looking for a family-
friendly Holiday activity, the Madison-based Voice Actor’s Orchestra will perform a
radio-play version of the 1964 Rankin/Bass Holiday Classic Rudolf the Red-Nosed
Reindeer. The performance will be at 7:30 on December 23 at the Arts Center. No
rehearsal and no access to the script ahead of time, and audience members will be
asked to take roles. Local Jazz Pianist and Piano Teacher Peter Favilla will hold a
New Year’s Eve jazz concert from 6:00-9:00 pm.
Finance and Borough Clerk
Ms. Coen, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Ms. Coen noted two important capital item on tonight’s agenda, including the five
year capital plan and year end cancellation of capital ordinances, which is done
each year, at the end of the year to return unused funds.
Public Works and Engineering
Ms. Ehrlich, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Reporting for the Engineering Department, Ms. Ehrlich noted the library roof project
is almost complete. Permits have been issued for construction to the lower level of
the Museum of Early Trades a & Crafts, and work continues on bid documents for
the Cook Avenue parking lot reconstruction project, and construction of the MRC
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pickle ball courts. A resolution is listed on tonight’s agenda for improvements to the
pedestrian signals at Waverly Place and Main Street, committing to a 25%
contribution towards the costs associated with the installation of this signal and
related equipment. The Department of Public Works reports that leaf pick up
continues and the skating rink at Memorial Park has been filled. The Shade Tree
Management Board has submitted their year-end annual report, noting 225
residential trees removal requests were approved this year, with 466 trees removed.
Please help restore the canopy by planting new trees. Residents are encouraged to
contact the Shade Tree Management Board if they see a spot for a municipal tree
replacement.
Health
Mr. Range, Chair of the Committee, made the following comments:
Morris County’s current COVID level moved to medium, up from two weeks ago.
Residents are reminded that vaccines are available including influenza vaccines.
Dog and cat license renewals are underway, with emails forwarded to residents with
instructions for the online renewal process. Mr. Range thanked retiring Health
Officer Michael Fitzpatrick for his service.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
The Borough Clerk announced receipt of the following communications:
The following residents sent emails opposing the approval of a license for a
medicinal cannabis dispensary:
Daniel La Magna, Niles Avenue
Rachael and Duncan Currie, Valley Road
Gina Randall, Hamilton Street
Ted and Diane Ryan, East Lane
Suanne Schreiber, Greenwich Court
Patricia Pignataro, Fairwood Road
Trish Davis, Green Avenue
Suzanne Manke, Valley Road
Elaine Campana Pine Tree Terrace
Terry Romano, East Lane
Julie Royse, Green Village Road
Carol Cowan, Christina Court
Gordon Lewis, Glenwilde Circle
Robert Saowski, Maple Avenue
Diane Mann, Kings Road
Shannon Okulski, Niles Avenue
Anthony and Lynn Martine, Wyndehurst Drive
The following residents sent emails supporting the approval of a license for a
medicinal cannabis dispensary:
Henry McCann, Main Street
Karin Szotak, Oak Street
Victoria Kosubalove, Elm Street
David Steketee, Ferndale Road
Denise Katz, Parkside Road
Doulas Oosterhouse, Greenwood Avenue
Kathleen Caccavale, Central Avenue
Walter Sykes
Melonie Tomazewski, Dean Street
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INVITATION FOR COMMENT (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.
The following residents spoke in opposition to the approval of a license for a
medicinal cannabis dispensary:
Joseph Kirk, Niles Avenue
Rachel Kirk, Niles Avenue
Liz Bradley Niles Avenue
Joseph Nedich, James Place
Katie Perkins, Niles Avenue
Jessca Rezny, Niles Avenue
Dan Perkins, Niles Avenue
Aaron Brann, Avon Drive
Chris DeVivo, Greenwood Avenue
Monica Preston, Fairview Avenue
Mike Preston Fairview Avenue
Oscar Maldonado, Delbarton Drive
Patrick Layny, Valley Road
Bob Madara, Wayne Blvd
Bill McGuinn, Norman Circle
Evan Gates, Niles Avenue
Dan La Magna, Niles Avenue
Susan Heffernan, Beverly Road
Nelson Aguiar, Fletcher Place
Bobbie Madugula
Suzanne Schreiber, Greenwich Court
Scott Spelker, Highview Terrace
Vito D’Alessio, Niles Avenue
Kathy Dailey, West End Avenue
Steven Mancuso, Central Avenue
Ron Connor, Rose Avenue
Dean Nimmo, Niles Avenue
Jason Leffer, James Place
Joe Delorenzo, Kings Road
Mary Wilson, Sherwood Avenue
Erin Nedick, James Place
The following residents spoke in support to the approval of a license for a medicinal
cannabis dispensary:
Sheva Pekat Arvada, CO
Victoria Kosubalove, Elm Street
Melanie Tomaszewski, Dean Street
Since no other member of the public wished to be heard, the invitation for
discussion was closed.
Mayor Conley adjourned the meeting at 10:31 p.m. The meeting reconvened at
10:38 p.m.
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AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
12/12/2022-2 MEDICINAL CANNABIS DISPENSARY
Ryan McGee, Esq. of Ryker Danzig, legal counsel for the applicant, 1st Chose
Health & Wellness, LLC provided a presentation to clarify questions and concerns
regarding the medicinal cannabis dispensary application. Mr. McGee noted the
number of employees and anticipated customers, security and revenues. Mr.
McGee also noted that the applicant needed full possession of the premises to
qualify for a State issued cannabis license.
At 11:13 p.m., Ms. Coen made a motion to continue the Council meeting pass 11:00
p.m. The motion was seconded by Ms. Ehrlich and agreed to by all.
Mr. Giacobbe asked the attorney for the applicant questions regarding financial
viability as a medicinal dispensary and profit and loss information, noting a
recreational license is prohibited by local ordinance. Following questions from the
Council Mayor Conley asked for a motion for the following resolution:
RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION
R 316-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON SUPPORTING
THE CONTINUED PROHIBITION OF ADULT USE RECREATIONAL CANNABIS
SALES IN ALL ZONING DISTRICTS
WHEREAS, the Borough Council previously adopted Ordinance 15-2022
and 18-2022 which established the regulatory framework regarding certain
cannabis operations in the Borough; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance 18-2022 prohibits adult use recreational
cannabis sales in all zoning districts; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council wants to reaffirm its opposition to adult
use recreational cannabis sales anywhere in the Borough; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council expressly confirms that it will not
amend or revise Ordinance 18-2022 to allow adult use recreational cannabis
sales anywhere in the Borough.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Borough Council of the
Borough of Madison, in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey on the
12th day of December, 2022 as follows:
1. The Borough Council continues to support the prohibition of adult
use recreational cannabis sales in all zoning districts in the
Borough.
2. The Borough Council confirms that it will not amend or revise
Ordinance 18-2022 to allow adult use recreational cannabis sales
anywhere in the Borough.
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Ms. Ehrlich moved adoption Resolution 316-2022. Mr. Range seconded the motion.
There was no further Council discussion and the motion passed with the following roll
call vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover, Ms. Coen,
Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan, Mr. Range
Nays: None
R 317-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON
APPROVING/DENYING A MEDICINAL CANNABIS DISPENSARY LICENSE TO
1ST CHOICE HEALTH & WELLNESS, LLC
WHEREAS, P.L. 2019, c 153, the “Jake Honig Compassionate Use Medical
Cannabis Act” (“the Act”) authorizes a process for receipt of applications and
issuance of permits to operate medicinal cannabis dispensaries in the state of New
Jersey; and
WHEREAS, the authority to regulate and enforce activities related to
medicinal cannabis previously was vested in the New Jersey Department of Health
and now vests with the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (“the
Commission”) pursuant to P.L. 2019, c.153; and
WHEREAS, statutory authority allows municipalities by ordinance to adopt
regulations governing the number of cannabis businesses allowed to operate within
their boundaries, as well as the location, manner, and times of operation of such
businesses, and establishing civil penalties for the violation of any such regulations;
and
WHEREAS, by Ordinance 15-2022 and Ordinance 18-2022, the Governing
Body of the Borough of Madison (the “Borough”) permitted and established land use
regulations and local fees and charges for certain regulated cannabis businesses
within the Borough in accordance with the Act and the New Jersey Municipal Land
Use Law; and
WHEREAS, the Borough has received an application from 1st Choice Health
& Wellness, LLC, which seeks a local license from the Borough to operate a
medicinal cannabis dispensary at 340 Main Street, Madison, New Jersey; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has previously secured all required State Licenses
for this use from the New Jersey Department of Health and the New Jersey
Cannabis Regulatory Commission; and
WHEREAS, the application did not require site plan approval; and
WHEREAS, the Borough sent written notice to all property owners within
200 feet of the proposed medicinal cannabis dispensary indicating the date, time
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and location of the initial hearing on the license and any subsequent hearing(s) on
the application were carried on the record.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Governing Body of the
Borough of Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey denies the request of 1st
Choice Health & Wellness LLC after a public hearing and presentation for a License
to operate a medicinal cannabis dispensary at 340 Main Street, Madison, N.J. for
the period January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023.
Following discussion, Mr. Giacobbe read the resolution denying a license in full. Ms.
Coen moved adoption Resolution 317-2022. Ms. Byrne seconded the motion. There
was no further Council discussion and the motion passed with the following roll call
vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover, Ms. Coen,
Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan, Mr. Range
Nays: None
At 12:00 a.m., Ms. Ehrlich made a motion to continue the Council meeting pass
12:00 a.m. The motion was seconded by Ms. Coen and agreed to by all.
12/12/2022-1 FIVE YEAR CAPITAL PLAN AND YEAR END CANCELLATIONS
Mr. Burnet provided a brief presentation of the five year capital plan, noting
information available on the Borough’s website. Mr. Burnet also noted the proposed
2023 budget schedule. Mr. Burnet explained a list of open capital projects that have
been determined to be completed and the improvement authorization accounts
should be closed.
Resolution is 323-2022 is listed on the Consent Agenda.
ADVERTISED HEARINGS - None
INVITATION FOR COMMENT (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.
Kathy Dailey; West End Avenue, asked the Mayor and Council to consider
rescinding ordinances related to medicinal cannabis dispensaries, noting the
community is not in favor of such businesses.
Chris Devivo; Greenwood Avenue, requested cannabis dispensary ordinances be
rescinded.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES - 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.
Ms. Byrne moved adoption of the Resolutions listed on the Consent Agenda. Mr.
Hoover seconded the motion. There was no Council discussion and the motion passed
with the following roll call vote recorded:
Yeas: Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover, Ms. Coen,
Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan, Mr. Range
Nays: None
R 318-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON SUPPORTING
THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH AN “ALL PEDESTRIAN
PHASE,” UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE, ATTENUATORS AND OTHER SAFETY
ENHANCEMENTS AT THE INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 124 (MAIN STREET),
WAVERLY PLACE AND CENTRAL AVENUE
WHEREAS, the Borough Council of the Borough of Madison considers
public safety one of its most important responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, the safe and efficient movement of vehicular and pedestrian
traffic is a key element of public safety for residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Transportation has investigated
the current safety conditions at the intersection of State Highway #124 (Main
Street), Waverly Place and Central Avenue, including evaluating traffic data, existing
conditions and accident history; and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of NJDOT to install a new traffic signal
and utility infrastructure at the above referenced location to allow for an “all
pedestrian walk phase” to enhance pedestrian safety.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Borough Council of the
Borough of Madison, Morris County, supports the installation of the safety
improvements at the intersection of Route 124 (Main Street), Waverly Place and
Central Avenue and commits to contribute 25% towards the costs associated with
the installation of this signal and related equipment.
R 319-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ESTABLISHING
AN AD HOC ADVISORY DIVERSITY COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, diversity encompasses the innate characteristics that make an
individual and their thoughts different from another; and
WHEREAS, the mission of a diversity committee would be to plan
educational and social events that will bring the community together and encourage
more diverse residents to volunteer for Boards and Committees; and
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WHEREAS, the Borough Council is committed to building a community of
employees and volunteers, that holds diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values;
and
WHEREAS, this commitment strengthens the municipality, improves the
overall effectiveness, and helps ensure that policies advanced and programs
implemented promote diversity, equity and inclusion.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey that there is hereby
established the Madison Advisory Diversity Committee, which shall be initially be
comprised of the following members:
Five (5) resident members – each appointed for a two (2) year term
Council Liaison to the Diversity Committee – one year term
Director of Business Development – one year term
Communications and Technology Coordinator – one year term
Non-Voting members: Borough Administrator and Assistant Borough
Administrator
R 320-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING
THE ANNUAL LITTLE LEAGUE PARADE TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, APRIL
15, 2023
WHEREAS, Madison Little League has requested permission to hold its
annual Little League Parade on Saturday, April 15, 2023, to officially start their 2023
season; and
WHEREAS, the parade will begin at 11:00 a.m., and proceed on a route
approved by the Madison Borough Police Chief, said route beginning at the
intersection of Wilmer Street and Green Village Road, continuing down Green
Village Road to Main Street, continuing east on Main Street and turning left onto
Greenwood Avenue, continuing down Greenwood Avenue where it will conclude at
Dodge Field where there will be a brief ceremony at the conclusion of the parade;
and
WHEREAS, Police Chief Miscia recommends approval of this request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the Borough of
Madison, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the request of the Madison
Little League to hold its annual Little League Parade in Madison on Saturday, April
15, 2023, as described herein is hereby approved, subject to any safety
requirements imposed by the Madison Police Department.
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R 321-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON REQUESTING
THE DIRECTOR OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO APPROVE THE
INSERTION OF AN ITEM OF REVENUE IN THE BUDGET OF THE YEAR 2022
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:87 provides that the Director of the Division of
Local Government Services may approve the insertion of any special item of
revenue in the budget of any County or Municipality when such items shall have
been made available by law and the amount thereof was not determined at the time
of the adoption of the budget; and
WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of any item of
appropriation for equal amount; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison will receive $47,138.39 from the
National Opioids Settlement Fund Trust and wishes to amend its 2022 Budget to
include this amount as revenue.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the
Borough of Madison in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey hereby
requests the Director of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an
item of revenue in the budget of the year 2022 under the caption of:
Miscellaneous Revenues
Special Items of General Revenue Anticipated with Prior Written Consent of the
Director of Local Government Services: Public and Private Revenues Off-Set with
Appropriations…………………..…..…$47,138.39
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of…………... $47,138.39
is hereby appropriated under the caption of:
General Appropriations
Operations Excluded from “CAPS”: Public and Private Programs Offset by
Revenues: National Opioid Settlement – Other Expenses
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Borough Clerk forward two copies of
this resolution to the Director of Local Government Services.
R 322-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON REQUESTING
THE DIRECTOR OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO APPROVE THE
INSERTION OF AN ITEM OF REVENUE IN THE BUDGET OF THE YEAR 2022
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:87 provides that the Director of the Division of
Local Government Services may approve the insertion of any special item of
revenue in the budget of any County or Municipality when such items shall have
been made available by law and the amount thereof was not determined at the time
of the adoption of the budget; and
WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of any item of
appropriation for equal amount; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Madison will receive $6.610.00 from the County
of Morris as a Municipal Alliance grant, and
WHEREAS, a condition of receiving this grant is that the Borough of
Madison must provide a match of $1,652.50.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the
Borough of Madison in the County of Morris and State of New Jersey hereby
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requests the Director of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an
item of revenue in the budget of the year 2022 under the caption of:
Miscellaneous Revenues Special Items of General Revenue Anticipated with Prior
Written Consent of the Director of Local Government Services, State and Federal
Revenues Off-Set with
Appropriations…………………………………………………..……….…$6,610.00,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the sum of.………………... $8,262.50
is hereby appropriated under the caption of:
General Appropriations, (a) Operation Excluded from 3.5% Caps, State and Federal
programs Off-set by Revenues: MAASA Grant
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Borough Clerk forward two copies of
this resolution to the Director of Local Government Services.
R 323-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON CANCELING
COMPLETED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ORDINANCES
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has reviewed a list of open capital
projects and has determined that certain capital projects have been completed and
the improvement authorization accounts should be closed; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has recommended that the Council
adopt a Resolution canceling the open dollar balances in such completed projects;
and
WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined to make such cancellation.
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 list of open
capital ordinances annexed hereto are hereby cancelled.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS
On motion by Ms. Coen, seconded by Ms. Ehrlich 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 $322,333.87
General Capital Fund 95,122.84
Electric Operating Fund 122,254.14
Electric Capital Fund 4,800.00
Water Operating Fund 2,523.53
Water Capital Fund 0.00
Trusts 14,717.41
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Total $541,751.79
The following roll call vote was recorded approving the aforementioned vouchers:
Yeas: Ms. Byrne, Mr. Hoover, Ms. Coen,
Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Landrigan, Mr. Range
Nays: None
NEW BUSINESS - None
ADJOURN
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 12:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth Osborne
Borough Clerk
Approved January 9, 2023 (EO)
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Agenda
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
DECEMBER 12, 2022
Committee Room at 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. STATEMENT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
3. ROLL CALL
4. AGENDA REVIEW
5. READING OF CLOSED SESSION RESOLUTION
Council Chamber 8 p.m.
6. RECONVENE WITH (ALL) MEMBERS PRESENT ON DECEMBER 12, 2022
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
8. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Regular Minutes of October 24, 2022
Executive Minutes of November 14, 2022
Regular Minutes of November 14, 2022
Executive Minutes of November 28, 2022
Regular Minutes of November 28, 2022
9. GREETING TO PUBLIC
10. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES
Utilities Robert Landrigan/ Eric Range
Public Safety Maureen Byrne/ Robert Landrigan
Community Affairs John Hoover/ Rachel Ehrlich
Finance and Borough Clerk Debra Coen/ Maureen Byrne
Public Works and Engineering Rachel Ehrlich/ Debra Coen
Health Eric Range/ John Hoover
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
12. INVITATION FOR PUBLIC COMMENT (1 of 2)
13. AGENDA DISCUSSIONS
12/12/2022-1 FIVE YEAR CAPITAL PLAN AND YEAR END CANCELLATIONS
Resolution 323-2022 is listed on the Consent Agenda
12/12/2022-2 MEDICINAL CANNABIS DISPENSARY
14. RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION
R 316-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON SUPPORTING THE
CONTINUED PROHIBITION OF ADULT USE RECREATIONAL CANNABIS SALES IN ALL
ZONING DISTRICTS
R 317-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING/DENYING A
MEDICINAL CANNABIS DISPENSARY LICENSE TO 1ST CHOICE HEALTH & WELLNESS,
LLC
LAST PRINTED 12/9/2022 3:48:00 PM1
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – DECEMBER 12, 2022
15. ORDINANCES FOR HEARING - None
16. INVITATION FOR PUBLIC COMMENT (2 of 2)
17. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES - None
18. CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
R 318-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON SUPPORTING THE
INSTALLATION OF A NEW TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH AN “ALL PEDESTRIAN PHASE,” UTILITY
INFRASTRUCTURE, ATTENUATORS AND OTHER SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS AT THE
INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 124 (MAIN STREET), WAVERLY PLACE AND CENTRAL
AVENUE
R 319-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON ESTABLISHING AN AD HOC
ADVISORY DIVERSITY COMMITTEE
R 320-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON APPROVING THE ANNUAL
LITTLE LEAGUE PARADE TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, APRIL 15, 2023
R 321-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON REQUESTING THE
DIRECTOR OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO APPROVE THE INSERTION OF AN
ITEM OF REVENUE IN THE BUDGET OF THE YEAR 2022
R 322-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON REQUESTING THE
DIRECTOR OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO APPROVE THE INSERTION OF AN
ITEM OF REVENUE IN THE BUDGET OF THE YEAR 2022
R 323-2022 RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON CANCELING COMPLETED
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ORDINANCES
19. Unfinished Business
20. Approval of Vouchers
21. New Business
22. Adjournment
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