City Council
Regular MeetingNew Brunswick, NJ · December 15, 2021
Minutes
DECEMBER 15, 2021
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK HELD
ON December 15, 2021 AT 5:30 P.M. IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
Please be advised that the notice requirements of the Open Public Meeting Act have been complied
with and satisfied in that the annual notice, which gave sufficient notice of the time and place, and
conduct of all public meetings of the Municipal Council of the City of New Brunswick, has been
filed with the City Clerk, has been placed on an appropriate bulletin board and posted in the back
vestibule of City Hall visible to the public through the windows in the lobby of City Hall, New
Brunswick, N.J. and has been transmitted to the official newspaper for the City of New Brunswick,
namely The Home News Tribune.
Additionally, a 48-hour notice of the time place and manor of conducting this meeting has been
made by the City Clerk on December 8, 2021 as is required by law.
The City Council met with all voting members of the City Council present via conference call.
The City Council intends to meet on a regular schedule and will meet the guidelines of the Open
Public Meetings Act (OPMA) by utilizing teleconferencing systems. Public participation at public
meetings has been revised and the public may participate through a conference call-in system.
The public is encouraged to call into the conference call system through the phone numbers and
access codes transmitted in the 48-HOUR NOTICE and posted in the back vestibule of City Hall
visible to the public through the windows. City employees will also be available via conference call
during this meeting as well. All on the conference call will have the opportunity to hear the City
Council meeting. During the portions of the meetings that are not open for public comment, all
callers from the public will be muted and the Council will not be able to hear any public comment
through the Conference Call system. During the public comment periods those on the conference
call in lines, who have interest in addressing the Council, will first be organized by last name and
then called upon to speak. Public needing assistance accessing the call-in number should call City
Hall at 732-745-5007.
Salute to the Flag.................................................................... Leslie Zeledón
Pause for a moment to honor those American, Iraqis, and Afghanis who have lost their lives in this
current conflict.
Staff in attendance:
City Administrator Michael Drulis
Assistant City Administrator Brandon Goldberg
City Attorney TK Shamy
City Clerk Leslie Zeledón
On motion of Council Member Egan, seconded by Council Member Fleming and carried, the
minutes of the previous Council Meetings held on October 6, 2021 and October 20, 2021 were
approved and adopted as engrossed.
Meeting called to order by Council President Sicora Ludwig with Council Members Anderson, Egan,
Escobar and Fleming present via teleconferencing system.
PUBLIC HEARING
O-122101 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE
REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 5 “BUSINESS LICENSES AND
REGULATIONS”, CHAPTER 5.80, RENT CONTROL,
SECTION 5.80.100 – FEE
RE: INCREASE IN LATE FEE
Council President Sicora Ludwig opened the Public Hearing on the above ordinance.
Public Comment: None.
On a motion of Council Member Egan, seconded by Council Member Fleming, and carried, the
above ordinance was adopted on Final Reading on December 15, 2021
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Egan, Fleming, Escobar, Sicora Ludwig
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
O-122102 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE
REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 15, “BUILDINGS AND
CONSTRUCTION”, CHAPTER 15.04, UNIFORM
CONSTRUCTION CODE, SECTION 15.04.120 D.
ADD: 15.04.120 D. 21 – SOLAR PV INSTALLATIONS
Council President Sicora Ludwig opened the Public Hearing on the above ordinance.
Public Comment: None
On a motion of Council Member Egan, seconded by Council Member Fleming, and carried, the
above ordinance was adopted on Final Reading on December 15, 2021
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Egan, Fleming, Escobar, Sicora Ludwig
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
O-122103 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE
REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 2, “ADMINISTRATION AND
PERSONNEL”, CHAPTER 2.64, DEPARTMENT OF
POLICE, SECTION 2.64.030, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
COUNCIL
Council President Sicora Ludwig opened the Public Hearing on the above ordinance.
Public Comment: Mr. Kratovil and Ms. Moore inquired on the above ordinance. Mr. Drulis and
Council President Sicora Ludwig responded.
On a motion of Council Member Egan, seconded by Council Member Fleming, and carried, the
above ordinance was adopted on Final Reading on December 15, 2021
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Egan, Fleming, Escobar, Sicora Ludwig
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
O-122104 AMEND THE MANAGEMENT SALARY ORDINANCE
2020 – 2022
TITLE: MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
COORDINATOR
Council President Sicora Ludwig opened the Public Hearing on the above ordinance.
Public Comment: Mr. Kratovil and Ms. Moore inquired on the above ordinance. Mr. Drulis and
Council President Sicora Ludwig responded.
On a motion of Council Member Egan, seconded by Council Member Fleming, and carried, the
above ordinance was adopted on Final Reading on December 15, 2021
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Egan, Fleming, Escobar, Sicora Ludwig
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
None.
COMMUNICATIONS
1. A letter from the State of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety Division of
Alcoholic Beverage Control regarding the final determination and notice of disposition
of prima facie contraband for Slider Pub and Grille Inc; t/a George Street Ale House.
2. A public notice from Township of Franklin regarding the Master Plan Update.
3. A legal notice from the Township of Edison regarding an ordinance amending the
Township code chapter 37, Zoning.
4. A letter from Turner Construction Company requesting a final inspection at 15
Livingston Avenue.
5. A letter from the Township of Piscataway regarding the amendment of the revised
general ordinance supplementing Chapter XXI (21) Zoning.
6. A letter from the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
regarding a suspected hazardous substance discharge at 38 Delafield Street.
RESOLUTIONS
Public Comment: Mr. Kratovil inquired on resolutions R-122143, R-122150, R-122169, R-122170,
R-122177. Mr. Rawls, Ms. Zeledón, Mr. Dominguez and Council President responded. Ms. Moore
inquired on R-122162 and R-122174. Mr. Valenti, Mr. Drulis and Council President responded.
Resolutions R-122140 through R-122178, moved by Council Member Egan, seconded by Council
Member Fleming and carried were adopted, on consent, by the Municipal Council. Council Member
Anderson abstained from R-122177.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Egan, Fleming, Escobar, Sicora Ludwig
Nay:
Abstain: Anderson (R-122177)
Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Council President Sicora Ludwig wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Council
Vice President Escobar mentioned festivities and events being held throughout the city from
different organizations for the holidays. Council Member Anderson congratulated students on their
accolades and wished everyone a Happy Holiday. Council Member Egan wished everyone a happy
holiday and Happy New Year. Council Member Fleming mentioned recent incidents with threats
and assured the Police will investigate and keep students safe. Director Rawls provided a COVID-19
update and stated possible mandates beginning in the nearby states. Mr. Christo of South Edison
spoke in support of Trump. Ms. Marge Kerber of 2 Comstock Street spoke about a handicap
parking space on Paterson Street in need of a new sign and paint. CP Sicora Ludwig stated we will
reach out to the NBPA. Mr. Kratovil asked about the Mayor’s cabinet, body worn cameras, policy
on communication, water advisory and a written statement on the City website. Ms. Moore gave
thanks to Lt. Bobadilla and spoke about a shooting threat at the high school. CP Sicora Ludwig in
response assuring the police is committed to the safety of the students.
On a motion regularly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 6:45 P.M.
Leslie R. Zeledón Suzanne Sicora Ludwig
City Clerk Council President
Agenda
THE FOLLOWING IS THE FINAL AGENDA FOR THE DECEMBER 15, 2021 CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA REVIEW SESSION, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2021 @ 5:30 P.M.
COUNCIL MEETING, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2021 IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING AGENDA
Members of the public will be able to give public comment during public comment portions of the meeting through
telephonic conferencing. To participate you must phone-in by dialing 1 (617) 315-0704 and enter access code
179-511-0327 or you may phone-in by dialing 1 (646) 749-3122 and enter access code 326-764-861.
A. CALL TO ORDER, OPEN PUBLIC MEETING ACT STATEMENT, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 6, 2021
OCTOBER 20, 2021
C. REPORT OF CORRESPONDENCE BY CITY CLERK
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (OTHER THAN ORDINANCES)
E. ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING (REGULAR MATTERS):
ORDINANCE ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
O-122101 TKS 1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE REVISED
GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 5
“BUSINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS”, CHAPTER 5.80, RENT
CONTROL, SECTION 5.80.100 – FEE
RE: INCREASE IN LATE FEE
O-122102 TKS 2 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE REVISED
GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE
15, “BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION”, CHAPTER 15.04, UNIFORM
CONSTRUCTION CODE, SECTION 15.04.120 D.
ADD: 15.04.120 D. 21 – SOLAR PV INSTALLATIONS
O-122103 TKS 3 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE REVISED
GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE
2, “ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL”, CHAPTER 2.64,
DEPARTMENT OF POLICE, SECTION 2.64.030, EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
O-122104 TKS 4 AMEND THE MANAGEMENT SALARY ORDINANCE
2020 – 2022
TITLE: MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR
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F. ORDINANCES FOR DISCUSSION: FIRST READING:
ORDINANCE ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
G. RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
R-122140 TKS 1 APPROVE AGENDA AMENDMENTS
R-122141 FIN 2 APPROVE PAYROLL
11/27/21 – 12/10/21
R-122142 FIN 3 AUTHORIZE REFUND FOR REDEEMED TAX SALE CERTIFICATES
R-122143 TKS 4 APPROVE RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY
MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL ALL-HAZARDS MITIGATION PLAN
R-122144 CG 5 APPROVE REQUEST FOR USE OF CITY PROPERTY AND SIDEWALK
USE
REQUESTED BY: NEW BRUNSWICK CULTURAL CENTER
FOR: SELFIE WITH SANTA AND MRS. CLAUS
PARK: MONUMENT SQUARE PARK
SIDEWALK: LOADING ZONE IN FRONT OF THE NEW BRUNSWICK
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (NBPAC)
DATE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2021
TIME: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
R-122145 FIN 6 APPROVE REFUND OF FEE
TO: MANUAL RUIZ
AMOUNT: $75.00
R-122146 FIN 7 AUTHORIZE TAX COLLECTOR TO TRANSFER SEVERAL TAX AND
UTILITY OVERPAYMENTS
R-122147 FIN 8 AUTHORIZE REFUND TO MICHAEL A PAFF, ESQ. ATTORNEY TRUST
ACCOUNT DUE TO TAX COURT JUDGEMENT REFUND IN THE
AMOUNT OF $10,929.56 AGAINST TAXES ON BLOCK 198, LOT
029.01, 148 BALDWIN STREET
R-122148 FIN 9 AUTHORIZE REFUND TO ROBERT MILLS DUE TO UTILITY BILLING
ADJUSTMENT IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $1,701.52 AGAINST
BLOCK 156, LOT 013.01, 59 SUYDAM STREET
R-122149 CG 10 APPROVE AUTHORIZATION TO RE-BID
REQUESTED BY: TAX ASSESSOR’S OFFICE
FOR: PROPERTY INSPECTION SERVICES
RE-BID SPECIFICATION NO: 969-22RFP
R-122150 CG 11 APPROVE AUTHORIZATION TO RE-BID
REQUESTED BY: LAW DEPARTMENT
FOR: LEGAL ADVERTISING/OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
RE-BID SPECIFICATION NO.: 957-22RFP
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R-122151 JC 12 AUTHORIZE PARTICIPATION IN A COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM
FIRE DEPARTMENT
WITH: NPPGOV COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM
R-122152 JC 13 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-102126
REASON: ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $20,000.00 FOR PUBLIC WORKS
WITH: MONTANA CONSTRUCTION CORP., INC.
FOR: EQUIPMENT AND LABOR
SPECIFICATION NO.: 860-20P
AMOUNT: $20,000.00
APPROVAL OF THIS CHANGE ORDER WILL CONSTITUTE AN INCREASE
OF TWENTY (20%) PERCENT OR MORE OF THE ORIGINAL CONTRACT
R-122153 TKS 14 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: FERGUSON US HOLDINGS, INC. D/B/A FERGUSON ENTERPRISES, LLC
FOR: PIPE AND APPURTENANCES FOR THE WATER UTILITY
NTE: $202,338.23
R-112154 TKS 15 APPROVE RENEWAL OF CONTRACT
WITH: NATIONAL VISION ADMINISTRATORS (NVA)
FOR: VISION PLAN FOR CITY EMPLOYEES
TERM: JANUARY 1, 2021 – DECEMBER 31, 2021
NTE: $19,000.00
NUNC PRO TUNC
R-122155 FIN 16 APPROVE CHAPTER 159 BUDGET INSERTION
ASSOCIATION OF NJ ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSIONS (ANJEC)
FOR: BUCCLEUCH PARK POLLINATOR GARDEN
AMOUNT: $1,500.00
R-122156 FIN 17 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGET TRANSFERS – 2021
MUNICIPAL BUDGET
R-122157 JC 18 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: MORTON SALT, INC.
FOR: TREATED ROCK SALT FOR PUBLIC WORKS AND WATER
UTILITY DEPARTMENTS
TERM: ELEVEN (11) MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING DECEMBER 16,
2021 AND ENDING NOVEMBER 30, 2022
NTE: $76,000.00
MIDDLESEX COUNTY COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM-CK12-
MIDDLESEX FROM MORTON SALT, INC.
R-122158 CG 19 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: MAXIMUM QUALITY FOODS, INC.
FOR: FURNISH AND DELIVER FOOD PRODUCTS FOR THE SENIOR
CITIZEN RESOURCE CENTER
TERM: TWELVE (12) MONTH TERM COMMENCING DECEMBER 19,
2021 AND ENDING DECEMBER 18, 2022
SPECIFICATION NO.: 947-21P
NTE: $22,946.40
R-122159 TKS 20 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: GARRISON ENTERPRISE, INC.
FOR: EXTENSION OF CONTRACT FOR ONE ADDITIONAL YEAR FOR
FURNISH, DELIVER & INSTALL INSERTION VALVES, LINE STOPS,
EMERGENCY VALVE REPAIR & REPLACEMENT FOR THE WATER UTILITY
TERM: TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING DECEMBER 22,
2021 AND ENDING DECEMBER 21, 2022
SPECIFICATION NO.: 783-19W
NTE: $100,000.00
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R-122160 CG 21 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: ADVANCED RESCUE BOATS AND EQUIPMENT
FOR: PROPRIETARY EQUIPMENT (ONE RESCUE BOAT WITH
ACCESSORIES) FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
NTE: $36,390.00
R-122161 JC 22 AUTHORIZE APPLICATION AND ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT
WITH: MIDDLESEX COUNTY
FOR: 2022-2023 NEW BRUNSWICK ALLIANCE ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE
PREVENTION
DEDR: $22,056.00
CASH MATCH: $ 5,514.00
IN-KIND: $16,542.00
R-122162 JC 23 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: FAI-GON ELECTRIC, INC.
FOR: TRAFFIC SIGNAL L.E.D. UPGRADES AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS
SPECIFICATION NO.: 956-21
NTE: $238,464.00
R-122163 CG 24 AUTHORIZE REIMBURSEMENT TO MULTI-FAMILY PROPERTY
OWNERS FOR TRASH AND RECYCLABLES FOR YEAR 2021
TRASH AMOUNT: $737,560.69
RECYCLING AMOUNT: $192,702.72
R-122164 CG 25 AUTHORIZE PURCHASE BY FIRE DEPARTMENT UNDER NJ START
CONTRACT 21-FLEET-01485/T27765-POLICE PURSUIT AND SSV:
SEDANS AND SPORT UTILITIY VEHICLES, WITH GASOLINE ENGINE
FROM: GENTILINI CHEVROLET, LLC
FOR: ONE (1) 2022 CHEVOLET TAHOE WITH OPTIONS
NTE: $64,000.31
R-122165 JC 26 APPROVE AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE
FOR: SIMPLEX AVENUE AND HAY STREET WATER MAIN/SERVICES
PROJECT
SPECIFICATION NO.: 984-22W
R-122166 JC 27 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: NEW JERSEY FIRE EQUIPMENT CO.
FOR: TURN-OUT GEAR FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
NTE: $274,815.00
SOURCEWELL FORMERLY THE NATIONAL JOINT POWERS ALLIANCE
(NJPA)
R-122167 TKS 28 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-111816
REASON: ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $1,947,400.00 FOR DESIGN OF
OZONE TREATMENT
WITH: MOTT MACDONALD GROUP, INC. D/B/A MOTT MACDONALD,
LLC
FOR: ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR WATER TREATMENT
PLANT IMPROVEMENTS
SPECIFICATION NO.: 702-18RFP
NTE: $1,947,400.00
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R-122168 JC 29 AUTHORIZE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT
WITH: INSYNC MUNICIPAL SYSTEMS D/B/A FIRST BYTE
CORPORATION
FOR: MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT OF CITY SOFTWARE
TERM: TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING DECEMBER 17,
2021 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 AND THEREAFTER FOR AN
ADDITIONAL TWELVE (12) MONTHS SHOULD THE CITY SO DESIRE
SPECIFICATION NO.: 949-21RFP
NTE: $180,000.00
FAIR AND OPEN
R-122169 TKS 30 APPROVE PERSON-TO-PERSON TRANSFER OF LIQUOR LICENSE
FROM CLYDZ SIDEBAR, INC.
TO: KALISPERA, INC.
55 PATERSON STREET
LIQUOR LICENSE NO.: 1214-33-063-016
R-122170 TKS 31 APPROVE RESOLUTION TO REFER A REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR
CERTAIN PROPERTIES TO THE PLANNING BOARD FOR REVIEW
AND REPORT:
35 LABOR CENTER WAY – BLOCK 707.01, LOT 35.13
45, 49, 55 US HIGHWAY 1 – BLOCK 710, LOTS 7.02, 7.03, 7.04
R-122171 JC 32 APPROVE REQUEST FOR STREET CLOSING
REQUESTED BY: CHABAD HOUSE
LOCATION: COLLEGE AVENUE (BETWEEN SENIOR STREET AND
RICHARDSON STREET)
FOR: OUTDOOR RELIGIOUS CEREMONY
DATE: MONDAY, JANUARY 3, 2022
TIME: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
POLICE EXTRA DUTY
R-122172 CG 33 AUTHORIZE PURCHASE BY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT UNDER NJ
STATE CONTRACT ESCNJ 20/21-06
FROM: MARTURANO RECREATION COMPANY, INC.
FOR: PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FOR PITTMAN & FEASTER PARKS
NTE: $308,573.94
H. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCIL:
ACTION ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
TO: NO.
1 COVID-19 UPDATE
I. PUBLIC COMMENT:
J. DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REVIEW SESSION
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2021
4:00 P.M.
2. CITY COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2021
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING AGENDA REVIEW SESSION
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PREPARED AND EDITED BY: DEPARTMENT OF LAW - KAREN B. CIPOT
www.cityofnewbrunswick.org
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