City Council
Regular MeetingNew Brunswick, NJ · February 16, 2022
Minutes
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK HELD
ON FEBRUARY 16, 2022 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 February 8, 2022 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 December 29, 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.
REPORT OF BUSINESS FROM COUNCIL PRESIDENT
Council President Sicora Ludwig spoke of the implementation date of the 5-minute rule in New
Brunswick, long before the current Council. NBHA has qualifications and requirements for tenants,
including a work order system in place for complaints and inquiries. CP also provided an update on
MCJIF and the City’s responsibilities concerning insurances.
PUBLIC HEARING
O-022201 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE
REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 17, ZONING
RE: SEVERAL PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
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 February 16, 2022.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Egan, Fleming, Escobar, Sicora Ludwig
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
O-022202 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE
REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 3, REVENUE AND FINANCE,
CHAPTER 3.40, “PAYMENT IN LIEU OF PARKING”
(PILOP)
RE: CHAPTER 3.40 – PAYMENT IN LIEU OF PARKING (PILOP)
On a motion of Council Member Escobar, seconded by Council Member Fleming, and carried, the
above ordinance was adopted on first reading and held over for Public Hearing on March 2, 2022 at
5:30P.M. in the Council Chambers in City Hall.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Egan, Fleming, Escobar, Sicora Ludwig
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS
1. A letter from the Borough of Carteret regarding a resolution increasing the retirement
age for the Municipal Police Chiefs and Fire Department Chiefs.
2. A letter from The Office of Elaine M. Flynn County of Middlesex regarding the
Replacement of Culvert 3C-501 Triangle Road over Caters Brook.
3. A letter from the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
regarding the Remedial Action Work Plan and Report at 1 Squibb Drive.
4. A letter from the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
regarding a Suspected Hazardous Substance Discharge Notice for an incident that
occurred on Route 1 North/Route 18 South.
5. A letter from MidAtlantic Engineering Partners regarding an update on the owner of the
property at 19 Duke Street.
6. A letter from Michael Crockford regarding 100 Jersey Avenue.
7. A letter from Home News Tribune regarding the transition of electronic editions of
Saturdays newspaper.
8. A letter from the American Hungarian Foundation regarding the planning of this year’s
45th Annual Hungarian Festival.
9. A letter from Olga Chaban, Rutgers University, Center for Government Services
regarding an online program for elected Municipal Officials.
10. A letter from the Borough of Highland Park regarding two ordinances introduced by
their Council.
RESOLUTIONS
Public Comment: Mr. Kratovil inquired on R-022236, R-022237, R-022239, R-022253 and
R-022254. Mr. Shamy, Deputy Director Miller, Mr. Drulis and Mr. Baron responded to Mr. Kratovil.
Ms. Moore inquired on R-022250, R-022251 and R-022253. A response was provided from Council
President Sicora Ludwig.
Resolutions R-022231 through R-022254, moved by Council Member Egan, seconded by Council
Member Fleming and carried were adopted, on consent, by the Municipal Council, except R-022252
abstained by Council Member Anderson.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Egan, Fleming, Escobar, Sicora Ludwig
Nay:
Abstain: Anderson (R-022252)
Motion carried.
MASTER PLAN INPUT SESSION
Mr. Dominguez asked for residents to provide comments and suggestions in the upcoming Master
Plan. Mr. Kratovil provided suggestions for the city, such as swimming pools, rental spaces for
events and community spaces in general throughout the city. Ms. Moore suggested community pool,
a food market and a fun space for the community.
COVID-19 UPDATE
OEM Coordinator Domkowski provided a COVID19 update, mentioning cases and hospitalizations
have lowered statewide and provided a list of testing and vaccination sites.
NEW BUSINESS
Council Vice President and Council Member Anderson recognized Dave Harris as a New Brunswick
Pioneer and his work for the children in the community. CM Anderson also congratulated NB High
School girls wrestling team. Mr. Kratovil of Suydam Street echoed the comments of Mr. Dave
Harris, to Rest in Peace, he inquired about a fire incident on Townsend, online crime map and a
statement from the City Website. Deputy Director Miller, Mr. Baron, and CP responded. Ms. Moore
of Somerset Street also recognized Mr. Harris, thanked the fire department for their work, the
volunteers of Code Blue and inquired on police behavior. Mr. Shamy, CP and Deputy Director
Miller responded.
On a motion regularly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 6:19 P.M.
Leslie R. Zeledón Suzanne Sicora Ludwig
City Clerk Council President
Agenda
THE FOLLOWING IS THE FINAL AGENDA FOR THE FEBRUARY 16, 2022 COUNCIL MEETING.
CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA REVIEW SESSION, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2022 @ 5:30 P.M.
COUNCIL MEETING, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2022 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
233-709-16354 or you may phone-in by dialing 1 (872) 240-3212 and enter access code 431-188-149.
A. CALL TO ORDER, OPEN PUBLIC MEETING ACT STATEMENT, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: DECEMBER 29, 2021
C. REPORT OF CORRESPONDENCE BY CITY CLERK
REPORT OF BUSINESS FROM COUNCIL PRESIDENT
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (OTHER THAN ORDINANCES)
E. ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING (REGULAR MATTERS):
ORDINANCE ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
O-022201 TKS 1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE REVISED
GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE
17, ZONING
RE: SEVERAL PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
F. ORDINANCES FOR DISCUSSION: FIRST READING:
ORDINANCE ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
O-022202 TKS 1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE REVISED
GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE
3, REVENUE AND FINANCE, CHAPTER 3.40, “PAYMENT IN LIEU OF
PARKING” (PILOP)
RE: CHAPTER 3.40 – PAYMENT IN LIEU OF PARKING (PILOP)
G. RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
R-022231 TKS 1 APPROVE AGENDA AMENDMENTS
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R-022232 FIN 2 APPROVE PAYROLL
01/22/22 – 02/04/22
R-022233 FIN 3 AUTHORIZE REFUND FOR REDEEMED TAX SALE CERTIFICATES
R-022234 CG 4 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-032113
REASON: ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $14,421.00 FOR THE
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
FOR: TEMPERATURE CONTROL/HVAC MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
WITH: PETERSON SERVICE COMPANY, INC.
SPECIFICATION NO.: 903-21P
NTE: $14,421.00
APPROVAL OF THIS CHANGE ORDER WILL NOT CONSTITUTE AN
INCREASE OF TWENTY (20%) PERCENT OR MORE OF THE AMOUNT
OF THE ORIGINAL CONTRACT
R-022235 JC 5 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-012270
REASON: ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $19,099.78 FOR THE DIVISION OF
PARKS AND SHADE TREES
WITH: SAL ELECTRIC CO., INC.
FOR: ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES
NTE: $19,099.78
APPROVAL OF THIS CHANGE ORDER WILL CONSTITUTE AN
INCREASE OF TWENTY (20%) PERCENT OR MORE OF THE AMOUNT
OF THE ORIGINAL CONTRACT
R-022236 TKS 6 AUTHORIZE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT
WITH: MCMANIMON, SCOTLAND & BAUMANN, LLC
FOR: LEGAL COUNSEL SERVICES FOR HOUSING AND
REHABILITATION MATTERS
TERM: TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING FEBRUARY 20,
2022 AND ENDING FEBRUARY 19, 2023 AND THEREAFTER FOR AN
ADDITIONAL TWELVE (12) MONTHS SHOULD THE CITY SO DESIRE
NTE: $25,000.00
FAIR AND OPEN
R-022237 JC 7 APPROVE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK
POLICE DEPARTMENT AND MIDDLESEX COUNTY
FOR: SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT
R-022238 CG 8 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: ON SITE FLEET SERVICE, INC.
FOR: EMERGENCY VEHICLES PARTS AND REPAIR SERVICES FOR
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
TERM: TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING FEBRUARY 20,
2022 AND ENDING FEBRUARY 19, 2023
SPECIFICATION NO.: 978-22P
NTE: $65,000.00
R-022239 TKS 9 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROPOSAL
WITH: DMR ARCHITECTS
FOR: BUILDING ASSESSMENT & FEASIBILITY STUDY – CITY HALL
BUILDING
NTE: $11,500.00
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R-022240 CG 10 AUTHORIZE RENEWAL OF AGREEMENT
WITH: COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX
FOR: BASIC LIFE SUPPORT PROGRAMS FOR 2022
AMOUNT TO BE RECEIVED: $53,000.00
R-022241 FIN 11 APPROVE EMERGENCY TEMPORARY APPROPRIATIONS FOR 2022
R-022242 TKS 12 APPROVE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A SHARED SERVICES
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK AND THE
TOWNSHIP OF EAST BRUNSWICK
FOR: SHARING OF ENGINEERING DESIGN AND SERVICES COSTS
FOR THE DESIGN OF AN INTERCONNECTION AT THE BURNET
STREET BRIDGE
R-022243 TKS 13 APPROVE RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF A
CROSSWALK AGREEMENT BETWEEN JOHNSON AND JOHNSON
SERVICES, INC. AND THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK FOR
CROSSWALK MODIFICATIONS AND UPGRADING
LOCATIONS: 1) JOHNSON DRIVE
2) GEORGE STREET
R-022244 CG 14 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: NEARMAP US, INC.
FOR: PROPRIETARY SOFTWARE FOR THE TAX ASSESSOR
NTE: $15,875.00
R-022245 JC 15 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: ESRI, INC.
FOR: MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT CONTRACT FOR PROPRIETARY
SOFTWARE FOR GIS DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
FOR THE DIVISION OF ASSESSMENTS
TERM: TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING SEPTEMBER 18,
2022 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 17, 2023
NTE: $3,500.00
R-022246 TKS 16 AUTHORIZATION FOR EXTENSION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK SENIOR CITIZEN RESOURCE CENTER
AND PARKER FOUNDATION, INC.
FOR: CONTINUE THE VIRTUAL VITALITY TABLET PROGRAM FOR 300
INTERNET ACCESSIBLE TABLETS IN THE AMOUNT OF $89,520.00
FOR: CONTINUED SUPPORT OF DIAL-A-RIDE IN THE AMOUNT OF
$215,000.00
R-022247 JC 17 APPROVE RELEASE OF PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE/ESCROW
DEPOSIT
TO: GESUMARIA CONTRACTING INC.
FOR: SIDEWALK PERMIT NO. 16316
AMOUNT: $13,210.00
R-022248 TKS 18 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: TETRA TECH
FOR: ENVIROMENTAL REVIEW AND SECTION 106 REVIEW
CONSULTANT
TERM: TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING FEBRUARY 17,
2022 AND ENDING FEBRUARY 16, 2023 AND THEREAFTER FOR AN
ADDITIONAL TWELVE (12) MONTHS SHOULD THE CITY SO DESIRE
SPECIFICATION NO.: 990-22RFP
NTE: $60,000.00
FAIR AND OPEN
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R-022249 FIN 19 AUTHORIZE TAX COLLECTOR TO TRANSFER SEVERAL
OVERPAYMENTS ON TAX AND UTILITY ACCOUNTS
R-022250 CG 20 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-122124
REASON: NEW DATES FOR CRANE PLACEMENT
APPROVE RELAXATION OF THE CITY NOISE ORDINANCE AND
ROAD CLOSURE
REQUESTED BY: PUBLIC SERVICE ELECTRIC AND GAS COMPANY
(PSE&G)
REASON: TO PERFORM A CRANE PICK AT 69 CHURCH STREET
ROAD CLOSURE: CHURCH STREET BETWEEN GEORGE STREET
AND NEILSON STREET
DATE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2022
ALTERNATE DATES: SATURDAYS – MARCH 5, 12, 19, 2022
HOURS: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
R-022251 JC 21 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-012222
REASON: ADDITIONAL WORK - TO INSTALL A CONCRETE CONDUIT
DUCT BANK IN THE INTERSECTION OF LOUIS STREET AND
SOMERSET STREET
APPROVE RELAXATION OF THE CITY NOISE ORDINANCE AND
ROAD CLOSURE
REQUESTED BY: KEMSCO CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT CO., INC.
REASON: TO INSTALL A CONCRETE CONDUIT DUCT BANK IN THE
INTERSECTION OF LOUIS STREET AND SOMERSET STREET
ROAD CLOSURE: AT THE INTERSECTION OF SOMERSET STREET
AND LOUIS STREET
DATE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2022
HOURS: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
NUNC PRO TUNC
R-022252 TKS 22 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-012283
CANNABIS ENDORSEMENTS FOR STATE LICENSING
R-022253 TKS 23 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: JAFFE COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
FOR: PUBLIC INFORMATION SUPPORT AND RELATED SERVICES
NTE: $17,000.00
H. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCIL:
ACTION ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
TO: NO.
1 MASTER PLAN INPUT SESSION
PUBLIC INPUT ON MASTER PLAN UPDATE
2 COVID-19 UPDATE
I. PUBLIC COMMENT:
J. DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REVIEW SESSION
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 2022
5:30 P.M.
2. CITY COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 2022
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING AGENDA REVIEW SESSION
PREPARED AND EDITED BY: DEPARTMENT OF LAW - KAREN B. CIPOT
www.cityofnewbrunswick.org
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