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COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 1 Mayor Roach called the meeting to order. Sunshine Law - Notice of this meeting has been duly advertised in compliance with the provisions of the open public meetings law. Please be advised that this meeting will be recorded for possible later playback. Flag Salute Roll Call of Council Members Present - Hess, Jackson, Lenkowski, Morrisey, Patton, and Mayor Roach. Council President Randolph-Sharpe – excused absence. Resolution 2024:127 - Executive Session BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold that the Mayor and Council are now going into closed session to discuss Legal Updates and Personnel. Motion was made by Councilwoman Hess, second by Councilman Morrisey, that Resolution 2024:127 be adopted as read. Voice vote was unanimous in the affirmative. Motion carried. Motion was made by Councilman Lenkowski,second by Councilman Morrisey to go out of executive session. Voice vote was unanimous in the affirmative. Motion carried. Payment of Bills Motion was made by Councilwoman Hess, second by Councilman Morrisey that all bills that have been properly audited be approved for payment. Roll call vote was unanimous in the affirmative. Motion carried. The following reports have been filed and are available in the respective offices for review and will be included in the minutes: a. Tax Collector’s Report b. Sewer Report c. Treasurer’s Report d. Engineer’s Report First Reading Ordinance 2024:21 Amend Fee Schedule – Chapter 150-35 Charges for Additional Solid Waste Containers & Collections Motion was made by Councilwoman Hess, second by Councilman Lenkowski that Ordinance 2024:21 be adopted as read on first reading, published according to law, with second reading being held at next regular scheduled meeting. Roll call vote was unanimous in the affirmative. Motion carried. First Reading Ordinance 2024:22 Amend Chapter 276 – Solid Waste & Recycling (Trash Ordinance Revisions) Motion was made by Councilwoman Hess, second by Councilman Morrisey that Ordinance 2024:22 be adopted as read on first reading, published according to law, with second reading being held at next regular scheduled meeting. Roll call vote was unanimous in the affirmative. Motion carried. First Reading Ordinance 2024:23 Stormwater Control Motion was made by Councilwoman Hess, second by Councilman Jackson that Ordinance 2024:23 be adopted as read on first reading, published according to law, with second reading being held at next regular scheduled meeting. Roll call vote was unanimous in the affirmative. Motion carried. COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 2 CONSENT AGENDA: The items listed below are considered routine by the Borough of Lindenwold and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no formal discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, this item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately. Resolution 2024:128 – 2024:144 Motion was made by Councilwoman Hess, second by Councilman Lenkowski that Resolution 2024:128 – 2024:144 be adopted as read. Roll call vote was unanimous in the affirmative. Motion carried. Resolution 2024:128 Peterbilt Motors – Front Load Trash Truck A resolution of the Borough of Lindenwold, in the County of Camden and the State of New Jersey, authorizing the purchase of a 2025 Peterbilt 548 Cab and Chassis through Sourcewell Contract # 060920- PMC Front Load Trash Truck through National Joint Power Alliance Contract # 112014–THC Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2 (B) (3) may, by Resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services through Sourcewell, an authorized and approved State vendor; and Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold desires to purchase a 2025 Peterbilt 548 Cab and Chassis through Sourcewell entitled contract number 060920-PMC, and Whereas, the Peterbilt Motors Company (Hunter Truck) has been awarded the contract for one 2025 Peterbilt 548 Cab and Chassis, and Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold recommend the utilization of this contract as the best means available to obtain the vehicles; and Whereas, the 2025 Peterbilt 548 Cab and Chassis shall not exceed the amount of $164,915.00; and Whereas, funding for this resolution is available by Capital Bond Ordinance 2024:20. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, County of Camden and State of New Jersey as follows: 1. The Borough of Lindenwold hereby authorizes the purchase of the one 2025 Peterbilt 548 Cab and Chassis from the Peterbilt Motors Company (Hunter Truck) through Sourcewell Contract # 060920- PMC. 2. The total fee authorized for this contract shall not exceed $164,915.00 without prior approval from the Borough Council. 3. The Mayor, Borough Clerk and/or such other Borough officials as may be necessary and proper are hereby authorized to execute all documents necessary to implement this resolution. COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 3 4. A copy of this resolution shall be provided to the Borough Treasurer and the Peterbilt Motors Company (Hunter Truck) for their information and guidance. Resolution 2024:129 Leach Rear Loader A resolution of the Borough of Lindenwold, in the County of Camden and the State of New Jersey, authorizing the purchase of a Leach 25 Cu. Yd. 2R-III Rear Loader to be mounted on a customer supplied chassis, through Sourcewell Contract # 110223-LEG Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2 (B) (3) may, by Resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services through Sourcewell, an authorized and approved State vendor, and Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold desires to purchase a Leach 25 Cu. Yd. 2R-III Rear Loader and to be mounted on a customer supplied chassis, through Sourcewell entitled contract number 110223-LEG, and Whereas, the Labrie Environmental Group USA Inc. (GranTurk Equipment Co.) has been awarded the contract for one Leach 25 Cu. Yd. 2R-III Rear Loader and to be mounted on customer supplied chassis, and Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold recommend the utilization of this contract as the best means available to obtain the vehicle; and Whereas, the cost of the Leach 25 Cu. Yd. 2R-III Rear Loader shall not exceed the amount of $135,000.00; and Whereas, funding for this resolution is available by Capital Bond Ordinance 2024:20. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, County of Camden and State of New Jersey as follows: 1. The Borough of Lindenwold hereby authorizes the purchase of one Leach 25 Cu. Yd. 2R-III Rear Loader to be mounted on a customer supplied chassis from the Labrie Environmental Group USA Inc. (GranTurk Equipment Co.) through Sourcewell Contract # 110223-LEG. 2. The total fee also authorized for this contract shall not exceed $135,000.00 without prior approval from the Borough Council. 3. The Mayor, Borough Clerk and/or such other Borough officials as may be necessary and proper are hereby authorized to execute all documents necessary to implement this resolution. 4. A copy of this resolution shall be provided to the Borough Treasurer and the Labrie Environmental Group USA Inc. (GranTurk Equipment Co.) for their information and guidance. Resolution 2024:130 Heil Company (Mid Atlantic Waste Systems) A resolution of the Borough of Lindenwold, in the County of Camden and the State of New Jersey, authorizing the purchase of two 2025 Peterbilt 520 chassis with HEIL Odyssey 28 CY. Front Loader, Trash Trucks, through Sourcewell Contract # 110223–THC COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 4 Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2 (B) (3) may, by Resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services through Sourcewell, an authorized an approved State vendor, and Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold desires to purchase two 2025 Peterbilt 520 chassis with HEIL Odyssey 28 CY. Front Loader, Trash Trucks, through Sourcewell entitled contract number 110223–THC, and Whereas, the Heil Company (Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems) has been awarded the contract for two 2025 Peterbilt 520 chassis with HEIL Odyssey 28 CY. Front Loader, Trash Trucks, and Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold recommend the utilization of this contract as the best means available to obtain the vehicles; and Whereas, the cost of the two 2025 Peterbilt 520 chassis with HEIL Odyssey 28 CY. Front Loader, Trash Trucks shall not exceed the amount of $1,000,000.00; and Whereas, funding for this resolution is available by Capital Bond Ordinance 2024:20. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, County of Camden and State of New Jersey as follows: 1. The Borough of Lindenwold hereby authorizes the purchase of two 2025 Peterbilt 520 chassis with HEIL Odyssey 28 CY. Front Loader, Trash Trucks from the Heil Company (Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems) through Sourcewell entitled contract number 110223–THC. 2. The total fee also authorized for this contract shall not exceed $1,000,000.00 without prior approval from the Borough Council. 3. The Mayor, Borough Clerk and/or such other Borough officials as may be necessary and proper are hereby authorized to execute all documents necessary to implement this resolution. 4. A copy of this resolution shall be provided to the Borough Treasurer and the Heil Company (Mid- Atlantic Waste Systems) for their information and guidance. Resolution 2024:131 Nickolaus Construction – Basketball Courts A resolution of the Borough of Lindenwold, in the County of Camden and the State of New Jersey, authorizing the purchase and installation of four basketball courts with new paving, acrylic color system, posts, back boards and rims, through Sourcewell Contract # 031022-AST Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2 (B) (3) may, by Resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services through Sourcewell, an authorized and approved State vendor, and Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold desires to purchase four basketball courts, through Sourcewell entitled contract number 031022-AST, and COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 5 Whereas, the AstroTurf Corporation (Nickolaus Construction Co., Inc.) has been awarded the contract for four basketball courts, and Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold recommend the utilization of this contract on the grounds as the best means available to obtain athletic surfaces; and Whereas, the purchase and installation of four basketball courts with new paving, acrylic color system, posts, back boards and rims shall not exceed the amount of $145,000.00; and Whereas, funding for this resolution is available by Capital Bond Ordinance 2024:20. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, County of Camden and State of New Jersey as follows: 1. The Borough of Lindenwold hereby authorizes the purchase and installation of four basketball courts with new paving, acrylic color system, posts, back boards and rims from the AstroTurf (Nickolaus Construction Co., Inc.) through Sourcewell entitled contract number 031022-AST. 2. The total fee also authorized for this contract shall not exceed $145,000.00 without prior approval from the Borough Council. 3. The Mayor, Borough Clerk and/or such other Borough officials as may be necessary and proper are hereby authorized to execute all documents necessary to implement this resolution. 4. A copy of this resolution shall be provided to the Borough Treasurer and the AstroTurf Corporation (Nickolaus Construction Co., Inc.) for their information and guidance. Resolution 2024:132 Direct Install Program – Borough Hall A resolution of the Borough of Lindenwold, in the County of Camden and the State of New Jersey, authorizing a contract with Atlantic City Electric for the purchase and installation of HVAC and Lighting upgrades under the Direct Install Program sponsored by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities through the Office of Clean Energy WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey Board of Public Utilities awarded Atlantic City Electric a contract for the New Jersey Clean Energy Direct Install program; and WHEREAS, the Borough of Lindenwold is participating in the NJ Clean Energy Install Program for the Municipal Building; and WHEREAS, the estimated total cost of the improvements totals $105,425.87, of which the Borough's estimated contributory portion totals $52,416.92; and WHEREAS, the Borough of Lindenwold completed an Energy Assessment to identify potential savings for various Borough Properties in connection with this program; and COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 6 WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Borough Administrator to award this contract to Atlantic City Electric; and WHEREAS, FSG Utility Services is the Participating Contractor under this Program; and WHEREAS, funding for this resolution is available by Capital Bond Ordinance 2024:20. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, County of Camden that the contract for the purchase and installation of HVAC and Lighting upgrades for the Borough Municipal Building under the Direct Install Program be awarded to Atlantic City Electric. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract shall not exceed $60,000.00 without prior approval from the Borough Council. Resolution 2024:133 Direct Install Program – Police Department A resolution of the Borough of Lindenwold, in the County of Camden and the State of New Jersey, authorizing a contract with Atlantic City Electric for the purchase and installation of HVAC and Lighting upgrades under the Direct Install Program sponsored by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities through the Office of Clean Energy WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey Board of Public Utilities awarded Atlantic City Electric a contract for the New Jersey Clean Energy Direct Install program; and WHEREAS, the Borough of Lindenwold is participating in the NJ Clean Energy Install Program for the Police Department building; and WHEREAS, the estimated total cost of the improvements totals $125,613.70 of which the Borough's estimated contributory portion totals $86,541.75; and WHEREAS, the Borough of Lindenwold completed an Energy Assessment to identify potential savings for various Borough Properties in connection with this program, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Borough Administrator to award this contract to Atlantic City Electric; and WHEREAS, FSG Utility Services is the Participating Contractor under this Program; and WHEREAS, funding for this resolution is available by Capital Bond Ordinance 2024:20. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, County of Camden that the contract for the purchase and installation of HVAC and Lighting upgrades under the Direct Install Program to the Police Department Building be awarded to Atlantic City Electric. COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 7 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the cost of the project shall not exceed $90,000.00 without prior approval from the Borough Council. Resolution 2024:134 Hire Crossing Guard WHEREAS, the Police Department of the Borough of Lindenwold has determined a need for an additional Crossing Guard, and WHEREAS, the Police Department has recommended Mindy T. Flowers, to fill the position, and WHEREAS, the procedure for hiring is by Resolution. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold that Mindy T. Flowers be hired to the position of Crossing Guard upon successful completion of all pre-employment procedures. Resolution 2024:135 Refund Escrow – Rita’s Water Ice WHEREAS, the Borough of Lindenwold establishes escrow accounts for building projects, and WHEREAS, in 2022, an escrow was established for 825 Blackwood Clementon Road, Block 240 Lot 1.02, and WHEREAS, this project was completed and inspected, and WHEREAS, John & Gus Vanore has requested that the balance of $6,022.00 be refunded as the project was completed and inspected to the satisfaction of the Borough Engineer, and WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has been consulted on this matter, and has approved the requested escrow refund. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold that the amount of $6,022.00 in escrow with reference to 825 Blackwood- Clementon Road, Block 240, Lot 1.02, be refunded to John & Gus Vanore as the job was been completed and inspected to the satisfaction of the Borough Engineer. Resolution 2024:136 Longo – Repair of Pump #9 A resolution of the Borough of Lindenwold, in the County of Camden and the State of New Jersey, authorizing repairs to Pump Station #9 20 HP Fairbank Morris Vertical Sewage Pump through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System Contract # B369-10 Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2 (B) (3) may, by Resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System, an authorized and approved State vendor; and COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 8 Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold desires necessary repairs to Pump Station #9 20 HP Fairbank Morris Vertical Sewage Pump through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System Contract # B369-10 ; and Whereas, The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System has been awarded the contract for repairs to Pump Station #9 20 HP Fairbank Morris Vertical Sewage Pump; and Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold recommend the utilization of this contract as the best means available to make these repairs; and Whereas, the repair to Pump Station #9 20 HP Fairbank Morris Vertical Sewage Pump shall not exceed the amount of $11,000.00; and Whereas, funding for this resolution is available from the Borough of Lindenwold Sewer Department Sewer Capital Account; and the remaining balance remains available from the Borough of Lindenwold Sewer Department Sewer Operating Expenses. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, County of Camden and State of New Jersey as follows: 1. The Borough of Lindenwold hereby authorizes repairs to Pump Station #9 20 HP Fairbank Morris Vertical Sewage Pump through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System Contract # B369-10. 2. The total fee authorized for this contract shall not exceed $11,000.00 without prior approval from the Borough Council. 3. The Mayor, Borough Clerk and/or such other Borough officials as may be necessary and proper are hereby authorized to execute all documents necessary to implement this resolution. 4. A copy of this resolution shall be provided to the Borough Treasurer and The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System for their information and guidance. Resolution 2024:137 – Reiner Pump Purchases A resolution of the Borough of Lindenwold, in the County of Camden and the State of New Jersey, authorizing the purchase of (3) Sulzer/ ABS XFP80C-VX wet/dry pit submersible pumps with all needed attachments through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System Contract # B364-4 Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2 (B) (3) may, by Resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System, an authorized and approved State vendor; and Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold desires to purchase of (3) Sulzer/ ABS XFP80C-VX wet/dry pit submersible pumps with all needed attachments through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System Contract # B364-4; and COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 9 Whereas, The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System has been awarded the contract of (3) Sulzer/ ABS XFP80C-VX wet/dry pit submersible pumps with all needed attachments; and Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold recommend the utilization of this contract as the best means available to obtain the equipment; and Whereas, the cost of the (3) Sulzer/ ABS XFP80C-VX wet/dry pit submersible pumps with all needed attachments shall not exceed the amount of $ $26,000.00; and Whereas, funding for this resolution is available from the Borough of Lindenwold Sewer Department Sewer Capital Account. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, County of Camden and State of New Jersey as follows: 1. The Borough of Lindenwold hereby authorizes the purchase of (3) Sulzer/ ABS XFP80C-VX wet/dry pit submersible pumps with all needed attachments through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System Contract # B364-4. 2. The total fee also authorized for this contract shall not exceed $26,000.00 without prior approval from the Borough Council. 3. The Mayor, Borough Clerk and/or such other Borough officials as may be necessary and proper are hereby authorized to execute all documents necessary to implement this resolution. 4. A copy of this resolution shall be provided to the Borough Treasurer and The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System for their information and guidance. Resolution 2024:138 Repair of Pump #3 A resolution of the Borough of Lindenwold, in the County of Camden and the State of New Jersey, authorizing the repair of Pump Station #3 19.6HP Fairbank Morris Submersible Lift Pump through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System Contract # B369-10 Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2 (B) (3) may, by Resolution and without advertising for bids, purchase any goods or services through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System, an authorized and approved State vendor; and Whereas, the Borough of Lindenwold desires repairs to Pump Station #3 19.6HP Fairbank Morris Submersible Lift Pump through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System Contract # B369-10 ; and Whereas, The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System has been awarded the contract for the repairs to Pump Station #3 19.6HP Fairbank Morris Submersible Lift Pump; and Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold recommend the utilization of this contract as the best means available to make these repairs; and COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 10 Whereas, the cost of repairs to Pump Station #3 19.6HP Fairbank Morris Submersible Lift Pump shall not exceed the amount of $13,000.00; and Whereas, funding for this resolution is available from the Borough of Lindenwold Sewer Department Sewer Budget Account 4-07-00-455-026. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, County of Camden and State of New Jersey as follows: 1. The Borough of Lindenwold hereby authorizes repairs to Pump Station #3 19.6HP Fairbank Morris Submersible Lift through The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System Contract # B369-10. 2. The total fee also authorized for this contract shall not exceed $13,000.00 without prior approval from the Borough Council. 3. The Mayor, Borough Clerk and/or such other Borough officials as may be necessary and proper are hereby authorized to execute all documents necessary to implement this resolution. 4. A copy of this resolution shall be provided to the Borough Treasurer and The North Jersey Wastewater Cooperative Pricing System for their information and guidance. Resolution 2024:139 Chapter 159 – Carlton Street Pedestrian Safety Improvements WHEREAS, N.J.S. 40A:4-87 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 item 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 an item of appropriation for equal amount, and WHEREAS, the Borough of Lindenwold will receive $725,000.00 from the New Jersey Department of Transportation – Safe Routes to School Program for the Carlton Street Pedestrian Safety Improvements and wishes to amend its 2024 Budget to include this amount as a revenue. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget for the year 2024 in the sum of $725,000.00 which is now available as a revenue from the State of New Jersey, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a like sum of $725,000.00 and the same is hereby appropriated under the caption of: New Jersey Department of Transportation – Safe Routes to School Carlton Street Pedestrian Safety Improvements BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Borough Clerk forward two (2) copies of this resolution to the Director of Local Government Services for certification. COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 11 Resolution 2024:140 Additional Dumpsters – Timber Creek Authorizing Additional Solid Waste Dumpsters at the Villages of Timber Creek Condominium Association Property WHEREAS, the Borough of Lindenwold furnishes Solid Waste collection service to the Villages of Timber Creek Condominium Association, currently utilizing Ten (10) dumpster containers; and WHEREAS, the Villages of Timber Creek has made request to the Borough for additional Solid Waste capacity to service the property for Solid Waste collections; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold have considered the request by the Villages of Timber Creek Condominium Association for additional Solid Waste service capacity; and WHERAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lindenwold have determined to provide additional Solid Waste service capacity at the property. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold that the Superintendent of Public Works is authorized to purchase Fourteen (14) replacement Solid Waste Dumpsters to provide additional Solid Waste service capacity to the Villages of Timber Creek Condominium Association. The dumpsters shall be furnished to the Villages of Timber Creek property upon receipt by the Borough. Resolution 2024:141 Cancel Taxes RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OR CANCELLATION OF VARIOUS ITEMS, DIVISION OF TAX COLLECTIONS-SEWER BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold in the County of Camden that the Tax Collector is hereby authorized to make the following adjustments to the tax records of the Borough of Lindenwold. IDENTIFICATION: 2023 TAXES Block 240.01 Lot 27 133 Crossings Way $4,753.71 Block 288.03 Lot 26 213 Sussex Drive $6,339.49 ADJUSTMENT: Cancel taxes along with corresponding assessments. Property owner have qualified as a Totally Disabled Veterans/Widow of Totally Disabled Veterans and as such are entitled to tax-exempt status as ordered by the New Jersey Division of Taxation. COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 12 Resolution 2024:142 Cancel Taxes RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OR CANCELLATION OF VARIOUS ITEMS, DIVISION OF TAX COLLECTIONS-SEWER BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold in the County of Camden that the Tax Collector is hereby authorized to make the following adjustments to the tax records of the Borough of Lindenwold. IDENTIFICATION: 2024 TAXES SEE ATTACHED LISTING ADJUSTMENT: Cancel taxes along with corresponding assessments. All properties are owned by the Borough of Lindenwold since 2023 and as such are entitled to tax-exempt status as ordered by the New Jersey Division of Taxation. BLOCK LOT ADDRESS 2024 TAXES 10 7 514 FERNWOOD ST $ 1,137.35 10 8 510 FERNWOOD ST $ 1,137.35 10 9 BEECHWOOD AVE $ 440.11 10 10 BEECHWOOD AVE $ 736.81 13 8 BEECHWOOD AVE $ 187.91 23 12 LOCUST AVE $ 1,112.63 23 13 LOCUST AVE $ 1,112.63 27 7 LOCUST AVE $ 24.73 28 2 LOCUST AVE $ 1,236.25 32 2,3 WALNUT AVE $ 618.13 39 10 MAPLE AVE $ 187.91 39 11 MAPLE AVE $ 187.91 42 3 MAPLE AVE $ 187.91 42 4 MAPLE AVE $ 187.91 42 13 LINDEN AVE E $ 4.94 45 9 LINDEN AVE E $ 370.88 47 2 715 LINDEN AVE E $ 1,068.12 48 so 104 HOLLAND ST $ 3,698.86 so 12 113 HOLLAND ST $ 1,453.83 53 1 CARLTON ST N $ 1,330.21 79 6.04 520 SPRUCE AVE $ 370.88 103 14 HIGHLAND AVE $ 435.16 104 2 BERLIN RD N $ 1,547.79 108 1 BERLIN RD N $ 128.57 109 2.02 3 FAIRMOUNT AVE $ 1,701.08 127 6 LINDEN AVE E $ 578.56 COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 13 130 6 220 CHESTNUT AVE $ 1,073.06 132 1 CHARLES ST $ 514.28 133 2 505 IRVING ST $ 1,646.69 133 3,4 211 CHARLES ST $ 1,978.00 134 23,25,26 211 CYPRESS AVE $ 6,680.69 147 2/2BO1 WHITE HORSE PK S $ 1,265.92 162 2 PIERCE AVE $ 430.21 170 7.01 74 CARVER AVE $ 1,730.75 170 7.07 58 CARVER AVE $ 1,730.75 180 2 FIRST AVE $ 370.88 186 8.02 THIRD AVE $ 370.88 186 9 612 SCOTT AVE $ 1,730.75 210 11 439 FOURTH AVE $ 1,246.14 211 2 SECOND AVE $ 217.58 224 2.01 CHEWS LANDING RD $ 682.41 224 8.01 520 TENTH AVE $ 1,236.25 229 5.02 LAUREL RD $ 2,042.29 232 3.01, 10, THIRD AVE $ 1,112.63 239 9 LAUREL RD $ 890.10 240 13.06 BLACKWOOD RD $ 3,486.23 240 34 311 BLACKWOOD RD $ 1,612.07 267 1 2204 EGG HARBOR RD $ 4,796.65 288.01 13 2311 CUTHBERT DR N $ 5,726.31 291 1.01 2219 BRIGHTON AVE $ 1,958.22 298 8.02 BILPER AVE $ 1,290.64 299 17 BILPER AVE $ 1,429.11 299 18 BILPER AVE $ 1,429.11 Resolution 2024:143 Amend Resolution 2024-121 Special Municipal Engineer RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF LINDENWOLD, COUNTY OF CAMDEN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH REMINGTON & VERNICK ENGINEERS FOR SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ENGINEER SERVICES. WHEREAS, the Borough of Lindenwold has a need to acquire special municipal engineer services pursuant to the provisions of the Fair and Open Process, WHEREAS, the term of this contract is July 1, 2024 and ending December 31, 2024, and WHEREAS, there is a need for the Borough of Lindenwold to have an engineering review, preparation of project specifications, and construction oversight for streets and roads projects for: Aman Avenue and Brighton Avenue Improvements Reconstruction of Carver Avenue COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 14 WHEREAS, Remington & Vernick Engineers having submitted a bid pursuant to the Fair and Open Process, and it having been determined that Remington & Vernick Engineers are the lowest responsible bidder. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold authorizes the Mayor and Borough Clerk to execute an agreement with Remington & Vernick Engineers for special municipal engineer services with a not to exceed amount of $135,000.00. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, a copy of this resolution shall be published in the official newspaper as required by law within 10 days of its passage. Resolution 2024:144 Accept 2023 Audit WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:5-4 requires the governing body of every local unit to conduct an annual audit of its books, accounts and financial transactions, and WHEREAS, the Annual Report of Audit for the year 2023 has been filed by a Registered Municipal Accountant with the Municipal Clerk pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:5-6, and a copy has been received by each member of the governing body; and, WHEREAS, R.S. 52:27BB-34 authorizes the Local Finance Board of the State of New Jersey to prescribe reports pertaining to the local fiscal affairs; and, WHEREAS, the Local Finance Board has promulgated N.J.A.C. 5:30-6.5, a regulation requiring that the governing body of each municipality shall by resolution certify to the Local Finance Board of the State of New Jersey that all members of the governing body have reviewed, as a minimum, the sections of the annual audit entitled “Comments and Recommendations, and, WHEREAS, the members of the governing body have personally reviewed as a minimum the Annual Report of Audit, and specifically the sections of the Annual Audit entitled “Comments and Recommendations, as evidenced by the group affidavit form of the governing body attached hereto; and, WHEREAS, such resolution of certification shall be adopted by the Governing Body no later than forty-five days after the receipt of the annual audit, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-6.5; and, WHEREAS, all members of the governing body have received and have familiarized themselves with, at least, the minimum requirements of the Local Finance Board of the State of New Jersey, as stated aforesaid and have subscribed to the affidavit, as provided by the Local Finance Board, and WHEREAS, failure to comply with the regulations of the Local Finance Board of the State of New Jersey may subject the members of the local governing body to the penalty provisions of R.S. 52:27BB-52, to wit: R.S. 52:27BB-52: A local officer or member of a local governing body who, after a date fixed for compliance, fails or refuses to obey an order of the director (Director of Local Government Services), under the provisions of this Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, may be fined not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) or imprisoned for not more than one year, or both, in addition shall forfeit his office. COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 15 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Borough Council of the Borough of Lindenwold, hereby states that it has complied with N.J.A.C. 5:30-6.5 and does hereby submit a certified copy of this resolution and the required affidavit to said Board to show evidence of said compliance. I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE COPY OF THE RESOLUTION PASSED AT THE MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 14, 2024. Engineer’s Report – The Borough Engineer was not present for the meeting. Mayor Roach opened the meeting to Council. Councilman Jackson – reported on the successful launch of the Senior Congregate Center program, which had approximately 30 attendees. Currently operating on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the program aims to expand to a daily schedule. It offers significant benefits to seniors, including a unique exercise initiative called “Bingocize”, combining bingo with physical activity and fall prevention techniques. Councilwoman Patton – thanked participants of last week’s hockey camp and announced the Stepping Stones to Resiliency Family Bunkhouse Retreat, a weekend event for families in Camden and Gloucester counties impacted by substance abuse. Held September 20-22, 2024, at YMCA of the Pines, the retreat promotes healthy lifestyles and family growth. Must Register by September 6, 2024. Councilman Lenkowski – praised efforts to utilize the community senior center and shared details about a new “Thinking Classroom” approach in schools, focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, and student-centered learning to improve outcomes like math scores. Councilwoman Hess – shared stats for August across Public Works, Sewer, Police and Library Departments. Hess advised National Night Out was cancelled due to the storm, however, we are planning to reschedule the event. Hess highlighted the rescheduling of a movie night to September 13, updates on library programs like crafts and a veteran support group, and a nomination for the 2025 National Medal for Museums and Library Service. Hess also congratulated the Deputy Chief on his acceptance to the FBI National Academy. Councilman Morrisey- provided updates from the Fire Department, including meeting schedules, July’s 85 call responses, vehicle repairs, joint training sessions, and fundraising efforts. He noted that bonds were issued and funds received for the new firehouse reconstruction. Additionally, he mentioned free smoke alarm inspections for residents, participation in a memorial service and National Night Out, and a fundraising bike ride by department members. Borough Administrator- the 2023 Audit Exit Conference was held on July 23, with no reportable findings for the third consecutive year. The audit will be uploaded to the website by the end of the month. Mayor Roach- thanked Councilwoman Hess and Councilman Jackson for their hard work in making the senior program a success and acknowledged their efforts in bringing it to fruition. Mayor Roach opened the meeting to the public. John McGill – resident expressed concerns about a problematic property in the neighborhood, citing junk cars, loud dogs, and unauthorized occupants. Mayor, Council and the Borough Solicitor updated McGill, explaining that the homeowner has been relocated by the county and eviction proceedings for the remaining occupants are underway. They also commended a police sergeant for facilitating the county’s involvement. McGill further inquired about the size and design of a new school building, to which Mayor and Council clarified it was a school board matter and explained the rationale behind the building’s design. COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, August 14, 2024 Page 16 Myrtle Johnson – resident raised concerns about significant rent increases, asking who determines rent prices and whether there are any caps or regulations in place. The Mayor clarified that the Borough does not have rent control, as the rental control ordinance was repealed about 15 years ago. The Borough Solicitor explained that for HUD subsidized tenants, rent increases must be negotiated with HUD, while non-HUD tenants face no such restrictions. The resident expressed frustration with the lack of rent controls and the increasing costs, seeking solutions to address the issue. No name given – resident raised concerns about the poor conditions of their apartment complex, including ongoing maintenance issues, slow repairs, and outdated living conditions compared to newer apartments in the area. The resident also mentioned problems with the community’s infrastructure, such as sinkholes, poor waste disposal, and inadequate lighting and security. Despite requesting repairs for months, issues like holes in the walls and broken shower remain unresolved. Resident expressed frustration with the lack of attention from management and emphasized the disparity between long-term residents’ living conditions and those of newer residents. Janet Moore – resident reported an 8% increase in rent and shared Congressman Norcross’ office was able to assist by helping her fill out the necessary forms and guiding her through the process to navigate the issue. There being no one else desiring the floor, the Mayor closed the meeting to the public. Motion was made by Councilwoman Hess, second by Councilman Lenkowski that the meeting be adjourned. Voice vote was unanimous in the affirmative. Motion carried. DATED: August 14, 2024 _____________________________________ Nadeen C. Randall, CMR Acting Borough Clerk