Mayor & Council

MINUTES Mayor and Council Regular Meeting June 27, 2022 6:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER – A Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge was held in the Council Chambers of the River Edge Borough Hall at 705 Kinderkamack Road, River Edge, NJ 07661. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas Papaleo. SILENT PRAYER – FLAG SALUTE Mayor Papaleo asked for a moment of silence for the different factions alive in thiscountry and expressed hope that, through more reasonable debate, some unity can be found. Councilwoman Busteed led those present in a salute to the flag. STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE - Mayor Papaleo read the Statement of Compliance into the record as follows: Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act: This meeting complies with the Open Public Meeting Act by notification on January 7th this location, date and time to the Town News and the Record and by posting of same on the municipal bulletin board and Borough website and filing a notice of the same with the Municipal Clerk. Notice of this meeting via the June 14, 2022 Sunshine Notice was sent to the Town News and the record and was posted on the municipal bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough website. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilwoman Busteed, Councilman Chinigo, Council President Kaufman, Councilwoman Kinsella, Councilwoman Malellari, and Mayor Papaleo. ABSENT: Councilwoman Montisano-Koen ALSO PRESENT: Borough Administrator Lissette Aportela Borough Attorney Daniel Lagana, Esq. CLOSED SESSION – On a motion from Council President Kaufman, seconded by Councilman Chinigo, and all present voting in favor, the meeting was adjourned to the Closed Executive Session via Resolution #22-205 at 6:32 p.m. #22-205 Resolution to Go Into Closed Session and Exclude Public WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings Act, NJSA 10:4-12 permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting in certain circumstances; and WHEREAS, this public body is of the opinion that such circumstances presently exist. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge, County of Bergen, State of New Jersey, as follows: 1. That the public shall be excluded from the June 27, 2022, regular meeting and discussion of the hereinafter specified subject matter: Closed Session Statutory Docket # Item Title or Description Reference 22-6/27-1 Litigation – Update by N.J.S.A. 10:4-12(b)(7) JIF Attorney 22-6/27-2 Attorney-Client Privilege – N.J.S.A. 10:4-12(b)(7) Insurance Requirements 2. Formal action may/may not be taken.  3. Minutes will be kept and once the matter involving the confidentiality of the above no longer requires that confidentiality, then the minutes can be made public. The Regular Meeting resumed at 7:08 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – On a motion by Councilman Chinigo, seconded by Councilwoman Malellari, with Council President Kaufman abstaining and all other members present voting in favor, that the Minutes of the Mayor and Council Regular and Closed Session Meetings of June 13, 2022 are hereby approved. PRESENTATION Memorial Park Subcommittee Recommendation Robert Costa, Borough Engineer, Costa Engineering, advised that Jason Milito, DPW Superintendent, has proposed a plan to build a softball field where the basketball court and hockey rink are currently located in Memorial Park. He explained the way in which the park can be reconfigured to add a parking lot and locate the Recreation headquarters within the park. He noted that this project is being proposed to take place in three phases and will involve drainage improvements. He detailed each phase and advised that the total cost for all three phases would be approximately $3 million. He commented that there will be some funding through the County for this project and additional funding can be sought. He further commented that funding that was initially allocated to KBG can be repurposed to this site. DPW Superintendent Milito added that this location is the only Borough facility that can accommodate a softball field. He noted that this plan would not cause any playground area to be lost as an additional playground will be located near the new basketball court. He further noted that irrigation would be included in this project and the parking lot would include 28 spaces which would help alleviate parking issues. Councilman Chinigo expressed his opinion that this idea is terrific as it would provide a field for the girls that would be equal to the boys’ field. Although KBG was investigated as a possible location for this field, he explained that flooding in this area does not make it a viable option. He commented that Memorial Park is in need of updating and assured that the residents would be taken into consideration every step of the way. He noted that input from the Shade Tree Commission would be sought as trees will need to be removed, stating that new trees and arborvitae would be planted. There was discussion about the benefits of completing this project in one phase versus three. Borough Engineer Costa advised that, should this project be completed in one phase, it would take less time, prevent the newly installed areas of the park from getting damaged from heavy equipment, and would most likely result in a cost savings. Borough Administrator Aportela explained the process for repurposing the $527,500 grant that was allocated to KGB. She noted that the County processes current applications before considering reappropriation applications. She advised that the Borough also has $248,620 in this year’s budget that had been allocated to improvements to the hockey rinks and batting cages which can be utilized for this project. She further advised that there is a vendor, Gametime, that offers playground grants from time to time wherein a municipality only needs to pay for installation of the equipment. She expressed uncertainty as to whether they will be offering this grant again in the near future. As this plan includes eliminating the current camp office, concerns were raised about both eliminating bathroom facilities and programming space. The possibility of leaving the concession stand as it is and replacing the camp building was suggested. It was also requested that the CFO prepare a similar financial analysis as was done for the Borough Hall project and that an onsite walkthrough with the professionals be scheduled. It was agreed that Borough Engineer Costa will prepare a redesign depicting the camp office in the agreed upon alternate location. CFO Battaglia is to prepare the requested financial analysis. It is anticipated that a tentative decision will be reached on July 11th after which input will be sought from the Shade Tree Commission and Recreation Commission with the intent to give final approval in August. As several members of the governing body are unable to attend the August 8th meeting, it was decided to reschedule this meeting to August 1st at 6 p.m. Borough Administrator Aportela will investigate whether the 2022 grant application can be revised to reallocate funding from Brookside Park to this project prior to an award being made. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY ITEM ON THIS AGENDA – On motion by Councilman Chinigo, seconded by Councilwoman Busteed, and all present voting in favor, to open for public comments on any item on the agenda. Ken Schuffenhauer,780 Millbrook Road, questioned whether the installation of lighting is being considered for the new field at Memorial Park. He cautioned the governing body to take springtime activities into consideration when determining the timing of construction. With respect to the proposed new building, he suggested that it be made larger than the current space. He questioned whether pickle ball can be tied into this project. He was advised that lighting is not being considered and pickle ball lines would be placed at the tennis courts if it is decided to move forward. Mr. Schuffenhauer reported that there is an issue with the softball field at KGB outside of the first base line, explaining that a sandy area is causing players to fall. He advised that, although he reported this issue to Ms. Baldanza, he was advised that it would take time for the vendor to address it. He finished by offering to assist with the proposed project if a committee is formed. Mr. Schuffenhauer was requested to forward his email regarding KGB to the Borough Administrator and DPW Superintendent so it can be addressed. On a motion by Councilman Chinigo, seconded by Councilwoman Busteed, and all present voting in favor, to close public comments on any item on the agenda. Mayor Papaleo requested that the Memorial Park Committee continue to discuss whether to renovate the current camp building or tear it down and build a new building in the agreed upon location. It was decided that Council President Kaufman, Councilwoman Busteed, and Councilwoman Malellari will participate in a walkthrough of the park with Borough Engineer Costa and DPW Superintendent Milito on July 19th at 5 p.m. APPOINTMENTS & PERSONNEL CHANGES – On motion by Council President Kaufman, seconded Councilwoman Kinsella, to approve the following appointments and personnel changes: Approve the revised list of Camp Staff on file with the Borough Clerk’s Office. Approve the resignation of Timothy Carroll as Assistant Chief in the Fire Department effective June 25, 2022. Approve the resignation of Katia Minaya, Account Payable Clerk effective June 29, 2022. On a roll call, the vote was recorded as follows: Councilwoman Busteed: aye Councilwoman Kinsella: aye Councilman Chinigo: aye Councilwoman Malellari aye Council President Kaufman: aye Councilwoman Montisano-Koen: absent RESOLUTIONS - By Consent It was agreed that Resolution #22-217 would be added to the Consent Agenda. Council President Kaufman announced that the Board of Health will be appointing its member to serve on the Farmers Market Committee this evening. With respect to Resolution #22-211, Councilwoman Busteed inquired which portion of Bogert Road would be included in Section 7. Borough Administrator Aportela explained that, although funding is being sought for Bogert Road from Howland to Continental, the scope may be reduced depending on the funding that is awarded. a. #22-206 Approval Establishing the River Edge Farmer’s Market and Creation of the Farmers Market Committee b. #22-207 Award Contract – 2022 ADA Ramps at Various Locations and Improvements to the Fire Company #1 and Fire Company #2 Parking Lots  Project c. #22-208 Approve the Hire of Temporary Director of Recreation & Cultural Affairs d. #22-209 Appointment of Borough Representatives to the Open Space Trust Regional Committee e. #22-210 Appointment of Borough Representatives to the Community Development Regional Committee f. #22-211 Approval to Submit a Grant Application and Execute a Grant Agreement with the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the 2023 Municipal Aid Application –Bogert Road Improvement, Section 7 g. #22-212 Approve Refunds – Recreation Department h. #22-213 Authorize Receipt of Bids – 2021 CDBG Reservoir Avenue Handicapped Accessible Curbs and Sidewalks i. #22-214 Approve Change Order #1 – 2021 ADA Ramps at Various Locations j. #22-215 Authorize the Acceptance of a Grant from the Bergen Joint Insurance Fund for the Base Accreditation Services and Execution of a Grant Agreement k. 22-217 Approve the Appointment of a Crossing Guard Motion by Councilman Chinigo, second by Councilwoman Kinsella, that the Consent Agenda be approved as amended. The vote was recorded as follows: Councilwoman Busteed: aye Councilwoman Kinsella: aye Councilman Chinigo: aye Councilwoman Malellari aye Council President Kaufman: aye Councilwoman Montisano-Koen: absent ******** #22-206 Approval Establishing the River Edge Farmer’s Market and Creation of the Farmers Market Committee BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council approves the operation of the River Edge Farmer’s Market, conditioned upon the following: 1. The Farmers Market shall use and be restricted to Continental Avenue at Memorial Park, River Edge, New Jersey. 2. The Farmers Market is permitted every Thursday from June 30, 2022 to September 30, 2022. 3. Permitted hours of operation will be from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. 4. The Vendors shall be required to enter into a Use and Indemnity Agreement with the Borough of River Edge and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council hereby creates the Farmer’s Market Committee, which will oversee, supervise, and provide rules and regulations for the operation of the farmer’s market. A. The River Edge Farmer’s Market Committee is hereby authorized and established to serve as an advisory committee to the Mayor and Council and Board of Health, and to be responsible for overseeing market operation, recommending to the Board of Health the issuance of applicable licenses, and ensuring compliance with orders of the River Edge Board of Health and the other provisions of this section. B. The Committee shall formulate rules and regulations regarding the operation, conduct and financial controls of the Farmer’s Market, which shall be subject to the approval of the Mayor and Council and the Board of Health. C. The Farmer’s Market Committee shall consist of four persons. At least one committeeperson shall be a member of the Board of Health. At least one committeeperson shall be a member of the Council. At least one committeeperson shall be a Borough resident nominated by the Mayor. At least one committeeperson shall be a Borough resident nominated by the Council. D. The members shall be appointed for one year terms. The members first appointed shall be  appointed for terms ending on January 1 immediately following the year of appointment. E. The members of the Farmer’s Market Committee shall serve without compensation. F. The Farmer’s Market Committee shall hold meetings at least four times per year and shall keep a record of its proceedings. G. The Farmer’s Market Committee shall prepare and distribute to all vendors a list of rules, created and approved as set forth above in Subsection B, to ensure compliance with state, county and local health regulations and the orderly operation of the market. H. The Farmer’s Market Committee shall not have the authority to incur any obligation in the name of or for the account of the Borough of River Edge or the Board of Health. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following persons have been appointed to serve on the Farmer’s Market Committee: 1. Michelle Kaufman, Market Manager 2. Councilwoman Lissa Montisano-Koen 3. Councilwoman Indira Kinsella 4. Theresa Esposito The members’ term expires on December 31, 2022. ******** #22-207 Award Contract – 2022 ADA Ramps at Various Locations and Improvements to the Fire Company #1 and Fire Company #2 Parking Lots Project WHEREAS, on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., three bids were submitted at the date and time specified for the 2022 ADA Ramps at Various Locations and Improvements to the Fire Company #1 and Fire Company #2 Parking Lots Project for the Borough of River Edge and the Borough Clerk did open and read each bid aloud; and WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has reviewed the bid as submitted by AA Berms, LLC., in the amount of $270,409.00, and has recommended the bid be awarded to AA Berms, LLC.; and WHEREAS, Chief Financial Officer Chris Battaglia has certified funds are available for this project. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge that a contract for the 2022 ADA Ramps at Various Locations and Improvements to the Fire Company #1 and Fire Company #2 Parking Lots Project for the Borough of River Edge shall be awarded to AA Berms, LLC., having its principal office at PO Box 180 in Belleville, NJ 07109 in the amount of $270,409.00 based on the bid, submitted on May 24, 2022; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Borough Clerk are hereby authorized to sign said contract on behalf of the Borough of River Edge. #22-208 Approve the Hire of Temporary Director of Recreation & Cultural Affairs BE IT RESOLVED by the Governing Body of the Borough of River Edge that Michelle Ryan be and she is hereby hired as a Temporary Director of Recreation & Cultural Affairs at an hourly rate $25.00, not to exceed 29 hours per week, effective June 20, 2022. #22-209 Appointment of Borough Representatives to the Open Space Trust Regional Committee WHEREAS, the Borough of River Edge has entered into a Cooperative Agreement with the County of Bergen as provided under the Interlocal Services Act NJSA 40A:8A-1 et seq. to participate in the Bergen County Open Space, Recreation, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund; and WHEREAS, said Agreement requires that one municipal representative be appointed by the governing body of the community to be part of the Open Space Trust Municipal Park Improvement Program Regional Committee for the term of one year coinciding with the fiscal year July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023.  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge herby appoint the Borough Administrator as the representative for the Borough of River Edge and the Director of Recreation & Cultural Affairs, as the alternate to participate on the Open Space Trust Municipal Program Regional Committee; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Borough Clerk forward a certified copy of this resolution to the Executive Director of the Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund, the Borough Administrator, and the Director of Recreation & Cultural Affairs. ******** #22-210 Appointment of Borough Representatives to the Community Development Regional Committee WHEREAS, the Borough of River Edge has entered into a three-year Cooperative Agreement with the County of Bergen as provided under the Interlocal Services Act N.J.S.A. 40A:8a-1 et seq. and Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974; and WHEREAS, said Agreement requires that the Governing Body appoint a representative and alternate for the FY 2022-2023 term starting July 1, 2022 and ending on June 30, 2023. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge hereby appoints the Borough Administrator, Lissette Aportela as its representative and Borough Clerk, Anne Dodd, as its alternate to serve on the Community Development Regional Committee for FY 2022-2023; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that an original certified copy of this resolution be immediately emailed and sent via postage by the Borough Clerk to Robert G. Esposito, Director; Bergen County Division of Community Development; One Bergen County Plaza, Fourth Floor; Hackensack, New Jersey 07601 (resposito@co.bergen.nj.us); and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Borough Clerk forward a certified copy of this resolution to the Borough Administrator. ******** #22-211 Approval to Submit a Grant Application and Execute a Grant Agreement with the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the 2023 Municipal Aid Application - Bogert Road Improvement, Section 7 WHEREAS, the Borough of River Edge continues to develop projects that will improve access and maintenance on public roads; and WHEREAS, the Borough of River Edge’s Engineering Department has provided plans specifically designed to address and improve traffic flow/safety issues and maintenance on our roads; and WHEREAS, the Borough of River Edge has submitted plans to the State of New Jersey, Department of Transportation for Municipal Aid and will continue to do so in the future; and WHEREAS, the Borough of River Edge has identified Bogert Road, Section 7 in desperate need of repair. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the Borough of River Edge, in the County of Bergen, State of New Jersey formally approves the grant application for Bogert Road $ $1,881,330.79. BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to submit an electronic grant application identified as MA-2023-Bogert Road (Section 7)-00435, River Edge Borough, Bogert Road, Section 7, Application # MA-2023-00435 to the New Jersey Department of Transportation on behalf of the Borough of River Edge. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the grant agreement on behalf of the Borough of River Edge and that their signature constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions of the grant agreement and approves the execution of the grant agreement. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Borough Clerk’s signature and the Municipal seal serve to acknowledge this resolution and constitute acceptance of the terms and conditions of the grant agreement and approve the execution of the grant agreement as authorized by this resolution. ******** #22-212 Approve Refunds – Recreation Department WHEREAS, participants of various programs offered by the River Edge Recreation Department have requested a refund; and WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator, Lissette Aportela, has reviewed the requests and recommended them for Mayor and Council approval. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge, County of Bergen, that the refunds listed below are hereby approved; and RESIDENT ADDRESS PROGRAM AMOUNT ACCOUNT # Saroja Shreenivasan 52 Gates Avenue Summer River Edge, NJ 07661 Playground $300.00 T-18-55-286-003 Program Pranav Tripathi 176 Oxford Summer Terrace, Apt-2 Playground $300.00 T-18-55-286-003 River Edge,07661 Program BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Finance Department. ******** #22-213 Authorize Receipt of Bids – 2021 CDBG Reservoir Avenue Handicapped Accessible Curbs and Sidewalks BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge, that the Borough Clerk is hereby authorized to advertise for the receipt of bids for the 2021 CDBG Reservoir Avenue Handicapped Accessible Curbs and Sidewalks Project; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that said bids shall be received at 10 A.M. on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at Council Chambers in Borough Hall located at 705 Kinderkamack Road, River Edge, at which time and place said bids shall be opened and read aloud; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that said advertisement shall be published in the Friday, July 1, 2022, issue of the Record in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law. ******** #22-214 Approve Change Order #1 – 2021 ADA Ramps at Various Locations WHEREAS, via resolution #R22-112, adopted March 14, 2022, the Mayor and Council awarded a contract for the 2021 ADA Ramps at Various Locations Project to Vektor Corporation, Inc., in the amount of $158,055.00; and WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 5:34-4.7 permits change orders for construction, reconstruction and major repair contracts; and WHEREAS, there is a need to consider Change Order No 1 due to a decrease in quantity which resulted in a decrease of $1,910.00; and WHEREAS, the total amount of change orders approved to date including this change order do not exceed the originally awarded contract price by more than 20 percent; and WHEREAS, Change Order No. 1 had been reviewed and approved by the Borough Engineer. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge that it does hereby authorize Change Order No. 1, a copy of which is attached hereto. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Borough Administrator is hereby authorized to execute Change Order #1. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Change Order shall decrease the final contract price from $$158,055.00 to $156,145.00 ******** #22-215 Authorize the Acceptance of a Grant from the Bergen Joint Insurance Fund for Base Accreditation Services and Execution of a Grant Agreement WHEREAS, the Commission on the Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (“CALEA”) and the State of New Jersey Associations of Chiefs of Police offer a program to obtain accreditation in order to attain the highest standards of police department management; and WHEREAS, the Bergen Joint Insurance Fund is seeking to encourage police departments to pursue such excellence by providing a grant in the amount not to exceed $25,000 to support the River Edge Police Department’s efforts to attain accreditation from New Jersey Chiefs of Police; and WHEREAS, the Chief of Police and the governing body believe that the attaining of such certification is consistent with the goals of the River Edge Police Department; and WHEREAS, the Chief of Police is committed to taking necessary action in order to support the accreditation process; and WHEREAS, the successful completion of the accreditation process from the New Jersey State Associations of Chiefs of Police will result in a reduction in liability insurance premiums from the Bergen JIF; and WHEREAS, in the long term the completion and retention of accreditation from the New Jersey State Associations of Chiefs of Police will help the municipality manage its liability and workers compensation insurance exposure. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge, (Herein After the “Municipality”) in the County of Bergen, and State of New Jersey, as follows: 1. The Mayor, Administrator and Chief of Police are hereby authorized to enter into a Grant Agreement with the Bergen Joint Insurance Fund for the receipt of funding in the amount of $25,000 for the NJ State Chiefs of Police accreditation program. 2. The Municipality agrees to abide by the terms of the Grant Agreement to attain certification within two years of the date of the agreement. Upon accreditation being obtained, the Bergen JIF will use their normal accreditation discount to offset the grant costs. 3. If the Municipality does not achieve certification within the two-year period, the amount of the Grant is due payable to the Bergen JIF within a three-year period. 4. If the Municipality leaves the Bergen JIF before the grant is repaid in full, the amount of the grant is due immediately to the Bergen JIF upon the date of termination to the JIF. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. ******** #22-217 Approve the Appointment of Crossing Guard BE IT RESOLVED by the Governing Body of the Borough of River Edge that Joseph Collins be and he is hereby appointed as a part-time School Crossing Guard at an hourly probationary rate of $18.00 with a six-month probationary period. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the appointment date is predicated on passing a physical examination. ******** #22-216 Payment of Bills Council President Kaufman read resolution #22-216 into the record: At a Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge, County of Bergen, State of New Jersey, held on June 27, 2022. BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge approve the following expenditures. CURRENT FUND $203,342.10 CAPITAL FUND $143,624.91 GRANT FUND $ 17,323.32 TRUST OTHER FUND $ 13,897.63 OPEN SPACE FUND $ 1,600.00 DEVELOPER’S ESCROW FUND $ 2,770.00 RECREATION TRUST FUND $ 18,599.64 Motion by Council President Kaufman, second by Councilman Chinigo, that Resolution #22-216 be approved. The vote was recorded as follows: Councilwoman Busteed: aye Councilwoman Kinsella: aye Councilman Chinigo: aye Councilwoman Malellari aye Council President Kaufman: aye Councilwoman Montisano-Koen: absent ******** #22-217 Approve the Appointment of a Crossing Guard- Moved to Resolutions by Consent FOR DISCUSSION – Draft Open Space Referendum Ballot Question Borough Administrator Aportela explained that a draft resolution to authorize the open space referendum question to be included on the ballot in November was included in the agenda packet. She further explained that this resolution will need to be listed on the next agenda as this question must be submitted to the County in early August for it to appear on the ballot. She inquired whether the governing body wished to make any changes to the proposed language. She noted that the last vote on this referendum was 1,219 in favor and 1,004 opposed. It was agreed that the amount be broken down further into a monthly figure to make it clear that it is a small amount. It was decided that the last sentence in the second paragraph within the Interpretive Statement be revised to read as follows: “The total amount the tax would yield each year would be approximately $148,000, which in turn will allow the Borough to apply for and receive matching state or county grants.” It was also decided to remove the following language from the third paragraph of this statement “…including to match any grants that the Borough may receive for this multi-year project.” This resolution is to be listed on the July 11th Mayor and Council Regular Meeting for approval. NEW BUSINESS – Second Annual Storm Drain Contest Winners Councilwoman Busteed announced that the winners of the 2nd Annual Storm Drain Contest were selected and this art will be painted on the storm drains at Continental near the new crosswalk and on Howland Avenue near the entrance to Van Saun Park. It was agreed that the winners of this contest will be invited to an upcoming meeting to be recognized. OLD BUSINESS – Upcoming Events & Activities Council President Kaufman reported that the Farmers Market will be starting this Thursday from 3 pm to 7 pm at Continental Avenue and Memorial Park and will feature live music as well as a variety of vendors. She acknowledged the efforts of everyone involved with the Farmers Market. Borough Administrator Aportela advised that Summer Playground Camp commences tomorrow and the hours are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. She further advised that the Bike Parade will take place at 11:15 a.m. on Friday. Councilwoman Kinsella detailed the activities that are planned for the 4th of July Celebration which included the Movie in the Park, Music in the Park, and Annual Parade & Family Fair. Update on Construction Projects Borough Administrator Aportela noted that many projects are on punch list status. She reported that the 2022 ADA Ramps at Various Locations and Improvements to Fire Company #1 and Fire Company #2 Parking Lots project was awarded this evening. The County approved the specifications for the CDBG Sidewalk Repairs project and the receipt of bids for this project was authorized this evening. Approval from the State is awaited for Bogert Road Section 6, and once received, the Borough will go out to bid for both sections 5 and 6. Mayor Papaleo noted that stump removal appears to be taking place and inquired as to the status. Borough Administrator Aportela advised that the DPW Superintendent would need to provide this information. Councilwoman Busteed commented that most if not all the intersections in need of restriping appear to have been completed. She thanked the Borough Administrator and County for taking swift action on this matter. PUBLIC COMMENTS – Motion by Councilwoman Busteed, second by Councilman Chinigo, and all members present voting in favor, to open public comments. No one came forward. Motion by Councilwoman Busteed, second by Councilwoman Kinsella, and all members present voting in favor, to close public comment. COUNCIL COMMENTS – No one came forward. ADJOURNMENT – There being no further business to come before the Mayor and Council, on a motion by Councilwoman Busteed, second by Councilwoman Kinsella, and unanimously carried, to adjourn this meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:19 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Anne Dodd, RMC Borough Clerk