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AGENDA FOR REGULAR SESSION MEETING OF
JULY 7, 2008 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. NOTICE OF MEETING
2. ROLL CALL
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Special Session – June 26, 2008
Regular Session – June 2, 2008
5. TOWNSHIP COUNCIL REPORTS
6. MAYOR’S REPORT
7. PRESENTATION
8. DISCUSSION
9. PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL ACTION ORDINANCES
a) Amending Section 126-309.3, Senior Citizen Residential Zone
b) Amending Section 26-32 (Sick Leave) of Article VIII (Vacations and Leaves of Absence) of Chapter 26 (Personnel Policies) of Part I (Administrative Legislation) of the Municipal Code, So As to Add a Subsecton I Entitled “Donations of Sick Leave” for the Purpose of Permitting Municipal Employees to Voluntarily Donate Portions of Their Earned Sick Time to Other Municipal Employees In Times of Catastrophic Need
c) An Ordinance Authorizing a Binding Referendum, Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:69a-185 of the Faulkner Act, As to whether the Township Council of the Township Of Bridgewater Should Adopt an Ordinance Amending Section 20-6 (Utilization of the Land) of Chapter 20 (Open Space Advisory Committee) of the Municipal Code So As to Allow for the Utilization of Up to 25% of Open Space Trust Fund Monies for the Development of Lands Acquired for Recreation Purposes, As is Permitted Under N.J.S.A. 40:12-15.7 (b)
10. INTRODUCTION OF NEW ORDINANCES
a) An Ordinance Authorizing The Acquisition Of Land Identified As Lot 3, In Block 567 For Public Open Space For The Purchase Price of $4,928
b) An Ordinance Creating a Chapter 24 of the Municipal Code Entitled “Defined Contribution Retirement Program,” for the Purpose of Acknowledging the Creation of Such Program Established In the Division of Pension and Benefits of the New Jersey Department of the Treasury Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 43:15C-1 et. seq., and Determining the Positions Eligible for Participation In Said Program, Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 43:15C-2
11. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Members of the public wishing to address the Council on any matter will be allowed two minutes to speak, unless there are unusual circumstances.
12. RESOLUTIONS
a) Authorizing Change Order No. 2 in the Sum of $8,540.65 for the Alterations/Additions to the Township Municipal Complex Project Increasing the Contract Price from the Original Price of $18,967,877 to $18,989,009.75 which is a 0.05% Increase
b) Authoring Award of Professional Engineering/Surveying Inspection Services Contract to Reynolds Group, Inc. for the Cuckholds (Cuckels) Brook Drainage Study In the Amount of $40,900
c) Award of Contract to Top Line Construction Corp. for the 2008 Road Repaving Program in the Amount of $206,051.
d) Award of State Contract A-53763 and A-53771 to Triangle Communications, LLC, for the Purchase of Police Vehicle Communication Equipment in the amount of $ 39,966
e) Award of State Contract to General Sales Administration, t/a Major Police Supply for the Purchase of Police Vehicle Accessories in the Amount of $46,589.33
f) Award of Contract to Business Communication Solutions for 2008 Soccer Uniforms in the Amount of $48,864.10
g) Award of Contract to New World Systems for Annual Proprietary Maintenance for CAD/RMS System In the Amount of $45,456
h) Authorizing Release of Performance Guarantees in the amount of $68,834.75, and Acceptance of Road Improvements to Slack Court for Rosemont Manor (Major Subdivision of Block 186, Lots 56, 57, and 58) Located at the Northerly Side of Vanderveer Road and on Slack Court
i) New Jersey Department of Transportation 2008 Center of Place Program – Finderne Streetscape Improvements
j) Award of Contract for the Sale of Certain Vacant Unimproved Property Designated as Block 581, Lot 3 to HJT Enterprises, Inc. for an Amount of $211,111.10
k) Waiver of Fire Permit Fee in the amount of $50 for Bridgewater Lacrosse, Inc. for the Sweet Laxin Tournament During the Weekend of July 19 & 20, 2008
l) Reimbursement of Fire Permit Fee in the amount of $50 for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life Event Held at Duke Island Park on June 14, 2008
m) Endorsing Wyeth Holding Corporation’s (“Wyeth”) Conceptual Site Vision for Redevelopment of Wyeth Property In the Finderne Section of the Township
n) Appointment to Local Assistance Board – Dawn Guttschall
o) Authorizing Release of the Performance Guarantee in the amount of $10,500, Acceptance of the Onsite Improvements and a Waiver of a Maintenance Guarantee Relative to these Improvements for Fox Television Stations, Inc. In Connection with Block 907, Lot 21 (Application No. 57-06 ZB)
p) Award of Professional Service Christopher “Kip” Bateman as Municipal Prosecutor in an amount not to exceed $75,000
13. REPORTS
Clerk Report – June, 2008
14. CLOSED SESSION
15. ADJOURNMENT
Revised 07/02/08
MINUTES OF THE BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP COUNCIL
JULY 7, 2008 COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Township Council of the Township of Bridgewater, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey, convened in a regular session on Monday, July 7, 2008, at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers in the Municipal Annex, Bridgewater, New Jersey.
Council President Norgalis read the following announcement:
In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of New Jersey, adequate notice of this meeting was provided on January 7, 2008, by sending written and electronic notice to the Courier News and The Reporter; posting on the Township website and posting on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and filing with the Township Clerk.
On call of the roll the following Council members were present:
Robert E. Albano (Absent)
Michael P. Hsing (arrived 7:35)
Matthew C. Moench
Patrick Scaglione
Howard V. Norgalis
Also Present: James T. Naples, Township Administrator
Robert Bogart, Township Engineer
William B. Savo, Deputy Township Attorney
Linda J. Doyle, Township Clerk
Hector A. Herrera, Deputy Township Clerk
Council President Norgalis led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
On motion of Councilman Scaglione, seconded by Councilman Moench, the minutes for the special session of June 26 and the regular session of June 2, 2008, were approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Absent
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
Councilman Moench reported he attended the July 4th, Middlebrook Encampment Ceremony with Mayor Flannery and Deputy Clerk Hector Herrera. He reported Bob Vaucher of the Foothill Civic Association was the key note speaker.
Councilman Moench acknowledged the letter received from a resident complimenting Administrative Assistant Patricia Bueno and Land Use Administrator Marie Broughman, commending their dedication to public assistance.
Councilman Scaglione reported he received an e-mail from an attorney representing St. Martins School. The attorney stated he was preparing an appeal to the Planning Board for denying an application proposing a Montessori school because of a land use ordinance that sets different requirements for houses of worship. Councilman Scaglione asked the Township Planner review the zoning regulations. Councilman Scaglione recommended the Zoning Board keep Council advised on matters where zoning requirements may no longer be applicable.
Mr. Savo stated he spoke with Mr. Vastola on this matter and asked the Board of Adjustment prepare a report to make recommendations on this issue.
Councilman Hsing arrived at 7:35 p.m.
Council President Norgalis stated he received a detailed report from PBA President Officer Mitzak. He offered it for Council to review.
Mr. Naples stated Mayor Flannery was named Co-Chair of the NJ League Housing Advisory Committee because of her activities and opposition to A-500 and the third round COAH regulations.
Council President Norgalis reminded the other Council members Councilman Albano, and Councilman Moench will not be available to attend the meeting on July 21, 2008.
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Public Hearing and Final Action Ordinance |
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGEWATER AMENDING SECTION 126-309.3, SENIOR CITIZEN RESIDENTIAL ZONE
On motion of Councilman Hsing, seconded by Councilman Scaglione, Council continued the public hearing from the June 16 meeting
No one wished to be heard
.
On motion of Councilman Scaglione, seconded by Councilman Moench, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Savo stated he, Scarlett Doyle and Mr. Linnus met with the applicant and discussed this ordinance. Mr. Savo advised the applicant this was the Township’s concept for taking a proactive approach to comply with the third round COAH unit requirements set forth by the state.
Mr. Savo stated he prepared a resolution clarifying the misinterpretation of the Planning Board who previously found the ordinance was inconsistent with the Township Master Plan and have now retracted that decision.
Councilman Moench recommended the ordinance go back to the Planning Board to clarify the decision on its consistency with the master plan.
Council President Norgalis requested Council vote together on the ordinance and the resolution.
AUTHORIZING ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO SECTION 126-309.3 SENIOR CITIZEN RESIDENTIAL ZONE
On motion of Councilman Scaglione, second by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolutions were approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Nay
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTIONS WERE APPROVED.
Copies of resolutions #08-07-07-194 and 08-07-07-195 are appended to the official minutes
AMENDING SECTION 26-32 (SICK LEAVE) OF ARTICLE VIII (VACATIONS AND LEAVES OF ABSENCE) OF CHAPTER 26 (PERSONNEL POLICIES) OF PART I (ADMINISTRATIVE LEGISLATION) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE, SO AS TO ADD A SUBSECTON I ENTITLED “DONATIONS OF SICK LEAVE” FOR THE PURPOSE OF PERMITTING MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES TO VOLUNTARILY DONATE PORTIONS OF THEIR EARNED SICK TIME TO OTHER MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES IN TIMES OF CATASTROPHIC NEED
On motion of Councilman Hsing, seconded by Councilman Scaglione, Council opened the public hearing on the above referenced ordinance.
No one wished to be heard.
On motion of Councilman Hsing, seconded by Councilman Scaglione, the public hearing was closed.
Councilman Moench asked the state definition of “family member” be incorporated in to the body of the ordinance. Council was in consensus.
On motion of Councilman Hsing, second by Councilman Moench, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #08-07-07-196 is appended to the official minutes.
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A BINDING REFERENDUM, PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40:69A-185 OF THE FAULKNER ACT, AS TO WHETHER THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGEWATER SHOULD ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 20-6 (UTILIZATION OF THE LAND) OF CHAPTER 20 (OPEN SPACE ADVISORY COMMITTEE) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE SO AS TO ALLOW FOR THE UTILIZATION OF UP TO 25% OF OPEN SPACE TRUST FUND MONIES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF LANDS ACQUIRED FOR RECREATION PURPOSES, AS IS PERMITTED UNDER N.J.S.A. 40:12-15.7 (B)
On motion of Councilman Hsing, seconded by Councilman Scaglione, Council opened the public hearing on the above referenced ordinance.
No one wished to be heard.
On motion of Councilman Scaglione, seconded by Councilman Moench, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Naples stated Mr. Savo modified the interpretive statement to read with more clarity as to what a yes vote would mean.
On motion of Councilman Hsing, second by Councilman Moench, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #08-07-07-197 is appended to the official minutes.
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Introduction of Ordinances |
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF LAND IDENTIFIED AS LOT 3, IN BLOCK 567 FOR PUBLIC OPEN SPACE FOR THE PURCHASE PRICE OF $4,928
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the said pending ordinance be passed on first reading and advertised as required by statute fixing the 21st day of July 2008, at 7:30 p.m. prevailing time on said day as the time and the Bridgewater Township Municipal Annex at 505 Route 202-206 South in said Township as the place for hearing and final action; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Township Clerk shall forthwith post on the bulletin board in the Township Municipal Building at 700 Garretson Road, a true copy of said ordinance and make copies available to members of the general public and spread the same upon the minutes of the meeting.
Mr. Naples informed Council that, at its direction, the Township has been seeking to purchase orphaned, vacant properties in the Somerville Road area. This person informed the Township she was interesting in selling her lot, .36 acres. Mr. Savo negotiated the price of $4,928.
On motion of Councilman Hsing, second by Councilman Moench, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #08-07-07-198 appended to the official minutes.
AN ORDINANCE CREATING A CHAPTER 24 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED “DEFINED CONTRIBUTION RETIREMENT PROGRAM,” FOR THE PURPOSE OF ACKNOWLEDGING THE CREATION OF SUCH PROGRAM ESTABLISHED IN THE DIVISION OF PENSION AND BENEFITS OF THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 43:15C-1 ET. SEQ, AND DETERMINING THE POSITIONS ELIGIBLE FOR PARTICIPATION IN SAID PROGRAM, PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 43:15C-2
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the said pending ordinance be passed on first reading and advertised as required by statute fixing the 21st day of July 2008, at 7:30 p.m. prevailing time on said day as the time and the Bridgewater Township Municipal Annex at 505 Route 202-206 South in said Township as the place for hearing and final action; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Township Clerk shall forthwith post on the bulletin board in the Township Municipal Building at 700 Garretson Road, a true copy of said ordinance and make copies available to members of the general public and spread the same upon the minutes of the meeting.
Mr. Naples informed Council the State, as part of its pension reform efforts, created a separate category from a defined benefit pension (which all State, county and municipal employee were eligible to receive) and named it a defined contribution. He stated it was more closely related to an IRA where the employee contributes money and it is invested.
Mr. Naples stated the ordinance also defined certain categories of employees that were automatically enrolled in the program. This included any newly elected official new to the system after July 1, 2007.
Council and Mr. Naples discussed the exempt and eligible positions.
On motion of Councilman Moench, second by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #08-07-07-199 appended to the official minutes.
On motion of Councilman Hsing, seconded by Councilman Scaglione, the meeting was opened to the public.
Scott Chinery, Boy Scout Troop 41 addressed Council stating he was in attendance as a requirement to obtain his communication badge.
Joe Versaggi, 1207 Bayley Court spoke to Council with regarding NJ Transit reduced service on the Raritan Valley Line.
On motion of Councilman Moench, seconded by Councilman Hsing, the meeting was closed for public comment
AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 IN THE SUM OF $8,540.65 FOR THE ALTERATIONS/ADDITIONS TO THE TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL COMPLEX PROJECT INCREASING THE CONTRACT PRICE FROM THE ORIGINAL PRICE OF $18,967,877 TO $18,989,009.75 WHICH IS A 0.05% INCREASE
Mr. Naples informed Council the deletion of the concrete slab for the animal shelter was not going to be added on to the contract for the animal shelter because a concrete slab was already part of the animal shelter contract.
AUTHORING AWARD OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING/SURVEYING INSPECTION SERVICES CONTRACT TO REYNOLDS GROUP, INC. FOR THE CUCKHOLDS (CUCKELS) BROOK DRAINAGE STUDY IN THE AMOUNT OF $40,900
AWARD OF CONTRACT TO TOP LINE CONSTRUCTION CORP. FOR THE 2008 ROAD REPAVING PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $206,051.
AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF PERFORMANCE GUARANTEES IN THE AMOUNT OF $68,834.75, AND ACCEPTANCE OF ROAD IMPROVEMENTS TO SLACK COURT FOR ROSEMONT MANOR (MAJOR SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 186, LOTS 56, 57, AND 58) LOCATED AT THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF VANDERVEER ROAD AND ON SLACK COURT
AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF THE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,500, ACCEPTANCE OF THE ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS AND A WAIVER OF A MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE RELATIVE TO THESE IMPROVEMENTS FOR FOX TELEVISION STATIONS, INC. IN CONNECTION WITH BLOCK 907, LOT 21 (APPLICATION NO. 57-06 ZB)
On motion of Councilman Moench, second by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolutions were approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolutions #08-07-07-200, #08-07-07-201, #08-07-07-202, #08-07-07-203, and #08-07-07-204 are appended to the official minutes.
AWARD OF STATE CONTRACT A-53763 AND A-53771 TO TRIANGLE COMMUNICATIONS, LLC, FOR THE PURCHASE OF POLICE VEHICLE COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 39,966
AWARD OF STATE CONTRACT TO GENERAL SALES ADMINISTRATION, T/A MAJOR POLICE SUPPLY FOR THE PURCHASE OF POLICE VEHICLE ACCESSORIES IN THE AMOUNT OF $46,589.33
AWARD OF CONTRACT TO BUSINESS COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS FOR 2008 SOCCER UNIFORMS IN THE AMOUNT OF $48,864.10
AWARD OF CONTRACT TO NEW WORLD SYSTEMS FOR ANNUAL PROPRIETARY MAINTENANCE FOR CAD/RMS SYSTEM IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,456
Mr. Naples provided additional information on the award of contracts
Council discussed reusing police vehicle equipment from the older cars for the new vehicles. Mr. Naples stated they are reused when possible.
On motion of Councilman Moench, second by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolutions were approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolutions #08-07-07-205, #08-07-07-206, #08-07-07-207, and
#08-07-07-208 are appended to the official minutes.
NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 2008 CENTER OF PLACE PROGRAM – FINDERNE STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS
Mr. Naples informed Council this grant was to take action on the recommendations of a study of the area (previously awarded through a grant). The grant called for a $75,000 match/design, however, the design will be done be in-house so there will not be any need to an outside firm for design costs.
On motion of Councilman Scaglione, second by Councilman Moench, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #08-07-07-209 is appended to the official minutes.
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE SALE OF CERTAIN VACANT UNIMPROVED PROPERTY DESIGNATED AS BLOCK 581, LOT 3 TO HJT ENTERPRISES, INC. FOR AN AMOUNT OF $211,111.10
Mr. Naples the auction of this Township land was successful and the high bid, HJT Enterprises, $211,111.10. The minimum bid was $100,000.
On motion of Councilman Moench, second by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #08-07-07-210 is appended to the official minutes.
WAIVER OF FIRE PERMIT FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $50 FOR BRIDGEWATER LACROSSE, INC. FOR THE SWEET LAXIN TOURNAMENT DURING THE WEEKEND OF JULY 19 & 20, 2008
REIMBURSEMENT OF FIRE PERMIT FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $50 FOR THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’S RELAY FOR LIFE EVENT HELD AT DUKE ISLAND PARK ON JUNE 14, 2008
Councilman Hsing suggested the Township attempt inform nonprofit organizations the submit waiver of fee requests early to avoid the reimbursement process and the associated administrative costs.
On motion of Councilman Moench, second by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolutions were approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolutions #08-07-07-211 and #08-07-07-212, are appended to the official minutes.
ENDORSING WYETH HOLDING CORPORATION’S (“WYETH”) CONCEPTUAL SITE VISION FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF WYETH PROPERTY IN THE FINDERNE SECTION OF THE TOWNSHIP
Mr. Naples stated that, based on the PMK Group’s (an independent consultant) presentation and Wyeth’s request for the Township to endorse the site vision for redeveloping the area, this resolution formally endorses that Conceptual Site Vision.
Council discussed if it was locked into any one use (golf course) of the area by approving this resolution. Mr. Savo informed Council it was only agreeing to the concept.
On motion of Councilman Moench, second by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Nay
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #08-07-07-213 is appended to the official minutes.
APPOINTMENT TO LOCAL ASSISTANCE BOARD – DAWN GUTTSCHALL
Mr. Naples informed Council mayor Flannery is recommended Dawn Guttschall be appointed to the Local Assistance. She will be replacing Mae Batistoni on the board.
On motion of Councilman Moench, second by Councilman Scaglione, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Nay
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #08-07-07-214 is appended to the official minutes.
AWARD OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CHRISTOPHER “KIP” BATEMAN AS MUNICIPAL PROSECUTOR IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $75,000
Mr. Naples informed Council that Mr. Bateman’s law firm (DiFrancesco, Bateman, Coley, Yospin, Kunzman, Davis & Lehrer, P.C.) was the only firm to respond to the fair and open RFPQ.
Council discussed amending the length of contract so that this position would be reappointed at the annual reorganization meeting. Council was in consensus to explore that option next year.
On motion of Councilman Moench, second by Councilman Scaglione, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Aye
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Aye
Councilman Scaglione Aye
Council President Norgalis Aye
THE RESOLUTIONS WERE APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #08-07-07-215 is appended to the official minutes.
On the motion of Councilman Scaglione, second of Councilman Hsing, Council convened closed session at 8:31 p.m.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Bridgewater Township Council that this body will now hold a closed meeting to discuss litigation – Somerset Airport
When and if the matters discussed become public record, this will be made known to the public at that time.
The public is excluded from said meeting and further notice thereof is dispensed with all in accordance with Sections 8 and 4a of the Open Public Meetings Act.
On motion of Councilman Hsing, second of Councilman Scaglione, Council reconvened in open session at 8:41 p.m.
On motion of Councilman Scaglione, second of Councilman Hsing, the meeting was adjourned at 8:42 pm.
Respectfully Submitted,
Linda J. Doyle, RMC
Municipal Clerk
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Howard Norgalis
Council President
