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AGENDA FOR REGULAR SESSION MEETING OF
NOVEMBER 12, 2009 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. NOTICE OF MEETING
2. ROLL CALL
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Regular Session – October 19, 2009
Closed Session – October 5, 2009
5. TOWNSHIP COUNCIL REPORTS
6. MAYOR’S REPORT
7. DISCUSSION
Bonding Costs/Somerset County Improvement Authority
8. PRESENTATION
9. PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL ACTION ORDINANCE
10. INTRODUCTION OF NEW ORDINANCES
a) Creating A New Chapter 166 In Part II (General Legislation) Of The Municipal Code Entitled “Massage, Spa And Bodywork Therapy” For The Purpose Of Licensing Massage Therapists, Providing For The Registration Of Massage Establishments And Otherwise Providing For The Regulation Thereof
b) Creating A Chapter 166 Entitled “Donation Clothing Bins” To Be Located In Part II (General Legislation) Of The Municipal Code So As To Identify And Regulate The Ownership, Maintenance And Location Of Donation Clothing Bins
c) Authorizing The Acquisition Of Land Identified As A Portion Of Lot 60, In Block 254, Known As 65 Pearl Street, Consisting Of 35,000 S.F. Or 0.80 Acres For Open Space And Recreation For The Purchase Price Of $60,000 To Be Paid From The Open Space Trust Fund
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) Cancellation of Capital Bond Ordinances For Road Resurfacing, Reconstruction And Drainage In The Amount Of $387,204.74
b) Authorization to Cancel Receivable Balances and Corresponding Reserve Balances for Child Passenger Safety Grant in the amount of $1,305.06
c) Authorization to Cancel Receivable Balances and Corresponding Reserve Balances for Over the Limit Under Arrest Grant in the amount of $2,350
d) Providing for the Insertion of a Special Item of Revenue in the 2009 Budget Pursuant To N.J.S.A. 40a:4-87 (Chapter 159, P.L. 1948) – Somerset County Youth Athletic & Recreation Facility Grant in the amount of $15,000
e) Providing for the Insertion of a Special Item of Revenue in the 2009 Budget Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40a:4-87 (Chapter 159, P.L. 1948) – 2009 Recycling Tonnage Grant in the Amount of -$110,331.08
f) Over The Limit Under Arrest 2009 Year End Statewide Crackdown In The Amount Of $5,000
g) Authorizing Change Order No. 26 in the Sum of $40,987.48 for the Alterations/Additions to the Township Municipal Complex Project Increasing The Contract Price from the Amended Price of $19,809,755.97 to $19,820,682.67 Which is a 0.06% Increase and a Total 4.50% Increase
h) Authorizing Change Order No. 27 in the Sum of $8,000.00 for the Alterations/Additions to the Township Municipal Complex Project Decreasing the Contract Price from the Original Contract Price of $18,967,877.00 and the Amended Price of $19,861,670.15 Remains the Same, Which is a 0.04% Decrease and a Total 4.71% Increase
i) Authorizing Change Order No. 1/ Final Change Order Increasing The Price From $78,969 To $79,435.16, An Increase Of $466.16 And A 0.59% Increase, And Final Payment To S. Brothers, Inc., And Authorizing Acceptance Of The Project Located On Starview Way And Release Of Performance Bond In The Amount Of $109,700 And Acceptance Of The Maintenance Bond In The Amount Of $11,915.27 For Starview Way Resurfacing Project
j) Authorizing Final Payment To Top Line Construction Corp., In The Sum Of $4,511.02 And Authorizing Acceptance Of The Project Located At Papen Road From Roger Avenue Northwesterly To The End And Frohlin Drive From Neskell Drive Southwesterly To The End Including The Entrance To Gene King Park And Release Of Performance Bond In The Amount Of $229,547.33 And Acceptance Of The Maintenance Bond In The Amount Of $34,435.00 For 2008 Road Repaving Program
k) Authorizing Change Order No. 1/ Final Change Order Decreasing The Price From $225,720 To $225,693.33, A Decrease Of $26.67 And A 0.01% Decrease, And Final Payment To Fischer Contracting, Inc., And Authorizing Acceptance Of The Project And Release Of Performance Bond In The Amount Of $225,720 And Acceptance Of Maintenance Bonds In The Amount Of $33,854 For Parking Lot Reconstruction –Bridgewater Library - 2009
l) Authorizing the Withdrawal of Funds in the Amount of $28,250 from Various Sidewalk Escrow Accounts Created from Moneys Deposited by Various Developers in Order to Pay the Construction Costs for Various Sidewalk Repair Projects
m) Emergency Purchase Authorizing Award of Contract to Reiner Pump Systems, Inc. In The Sum Of $34,382 For Emergency Wastewater Pump For Gilbride Road Pump Station
n) Authorizing the Execution of a License Agreement Between the Township of Bridgewater and the County of Somerset for Property Known as Block 338, Lot 9, located At 760 East Main Street
o) Place To Place Transfer of Plenary Retail Distribution Liquor License #1806-44-038-002 – Wegmans Food Market, Inc. located at 724 Route 202 South, Bridgewater
13. CLOSED SESSION
Land Acquisition Update
Litigation
14. REPORTS
Clerk’s Report – October 2009
15. ADJOURNMENT
Revised 11/12/09
MINUTES OF THE BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 12, 2009 COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Township Council of the Township of Bridgewater, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey, convened in an agenda session on Thursday, November 12, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers in the new Municipal Complex, Bridgewater, New Jersey.
Council President Scaglione read the following announcement:
In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of New Jersey, adequate notice of this meeting was provided on January 6, 2009, by sending written and electronic notice to the Courier News and the Star Ledger; 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 (Arrived 8:10)
Michael P. Hsing
Matthew C. Moench (Absent)
Howard Norgalis
Patrick Scaglione
Also Present:
James T. Naples, Township Administrator
Robert Bogart, Director of Municipal Services
Natasha Turchan, Director of Finance
William Savo, Township Attorney
Linda J. Doyle, Township Clerk
Hector A. Herrera, Deputy Township Clerk
Council President Scaglione led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
On motion of Councilman Norgalis, seconded by Councilman Hsing, the minutes from the regular session of October 19, 2009 was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Aye
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Absent
Councilman Norgalis Aye
Council President Scaglione Aye
The closed session of October 5, 2009, will be placed on the next agenda for approval.
Council President Scaglione recognized Councilman Elect Allen Kurdyla, who was formerly a member of Council and was successful in his campaign re-election and Councilman Elect Dan Hayes will serve his first term. Council President offered in an effort to ease transition that both Councilmen elect sit at the dais during Council sessions to familiarize themselves with current issues.
Council President Scaglione recognized Democratic Candidates Jon Rooney and Ron Reppman who campaigned for Township Council seats and were defeated.
Council President Scaglione stated he was successful in his bid for Somerset County Freeholder and thanked all that acknowledged him for their support.
Councilman Norgalis reported he attended the Fifth Friday Friar’s Celebration.
Councilman Norgalis advised there are Swine Flu shots available in Somerset County. He stated he participated as a volunteer at the flu clinics held in Basking Ridge and Bernards. Councilman Norgalis reported Bridgewater will host a Clinic on Thursday, November 19th at the Senior Center.
Councilman Norgalis reported he attended the Di FiFrancesco, Bateman, Coley, Yospin, Kunzman, Davis & Lehrer, P.C.law firm’s breakfast. Councilman Norgalis added Mayor of Newark, Cory Bookman was the guest speaker.
Councilman Hsing reported he was also in attendance at the DiFrancesco firm’s breakfast. Councilman Hsing added Cory Booker spoke on the City of Newark and its recovery.
Mr. Naples reported the Mayor attended two Veterans Celebrations, the first at
Chimney Rock hosted by the VFW, afterwards the Mayor attended a meeting held at Sanofi Aventis regarding a program they support affording Veterans who come home with mental disabilities or addictions temporary housing up to two years at the Lyons Veterans Hospital.
Mr. Naples reported the Mayor attended a Sustainable Raritan River Program sponsored by both Somerset and Middlesex Counties. Mr. Naples added the Mayor made a brief presentation and there will be subsequent follow up meetings.
Mr. Naples added the Mayor attended a ground breaking ceremony on the STS property expanding the warehouse on their site.
Mr. Naples stated the Mayor has begun the campaign to fund raise donations for the monument to be placed at the Bridgewater Municipal Complex site. He noted Veronica Finlay has agreed to chair that volunteer effort. He added Ms. Finlay intends to reach out to some of the major corporations within the Township in an effort to realize that goal.
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Introduction of Ordinances |
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGEWATER CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 166 IN PART II (GENERAL LEGISLATION) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGEWATER ENTITLED “MASSAGE, SPA AND BODYWORK THERAPY” FOR THE PURPOSE OF LICENSING MASSAGE THERAPISTS, PROVIDING FOR THE REGISTRATION OF MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING FOR THE REGULATION THEREOF
Mr. Naples explained the primary purpose of this ordinance is to provide for the licensing of massage therapists and the registration of massage establishments in accordance with the requirements and criteria established pursuant to Section 14, of Rules of Practice in accordance with Massage and Bodywork Therapist Licensing Act of 2008.
Mr. Savo stated he revised certain areas of the ordinance to reflect the sentiment of Council during first reading.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the said pending ordinance be passed on first reading and advertised as required by statute fixing the 7th of December, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. prevailing time on said day as the time and the Bridgewater Township Municipal Court Chambers at 100 Commons Way 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 100 Commons Way, 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.
On motion Councilman Norgalis, seconded by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Absent
Councilman Norgalis Aye
Council President Scaglione Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #09-11-12-271 is appended to the official minutes.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGEWATER CREATING A CHAPTER 166 ENTITLED “DONATION CLOTHING BINS” TO BE LOCATED IN PART II (GENERAL LEGISLATION) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGEWATER SO AS IDENTIFY AND REGULATE THE OWNERSHIP, MAINTENANCE AND LOCATION OF DONATION CLOTHING BINS
Mr. Naples explained the ordinance provides requirements for placement of clothing bins within the Township boundaries and designates authority to the Township Zoning Officer to provide annual permits for this use.
Council offered some suggestions to clarify certain wording.
Mr. Savo reiterated he will modify the ordinance to reflect those changes prior to final hearing.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the said pending ordinance be passed on first reading and advertised as required by statute fixing the 7th of December, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. prevailing time on said day as the time and the Bridgewater Township Municipal Court Chambers at 100 Commons Way 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 100 Commons Way, 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.
On motion Councilman Norgalis, seconded by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Absent
Councilman Norgalis Aye
Council President Scaglione Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #09-11-12-272 is appended to the official minutes.
ORDINANCE OF THE BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF LAND IDENTIFIED AS A PORTION OF LOT 60, IN BLOCK 254, KNOWN AS 65 PEARL STREET, CONSISTING OF 35,000 S.F. OR 0.80 ACRES FOR OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION FOR THE PURCHASE PRICE OF $60,000 TO BE PAID FROM THE OPEN SPACE TRUST FUND
Mr. Naples stated the ordinance authorizes the acquisition of land listed above in the amount of $60,000, which is consistent with the Township’s goals of providing adequate open space and recreational opportunities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the said pending ordinance be passed on first reading and advertised as required by statute fixing the 7th of December, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. prevailing time on said day as the time and the Bridgewater Township Municipal Court Chambers at 100 Commons Way 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 100 Commons Way, 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.
On motion Councilman Norgalis, seconded by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Absent
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Absent
Councilman Norgalis Aye
Council President Scaglione Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #09-11-12-273 is appended to the official minutes.
On motion of Councilman Norgalis, seconded by Councilman Hsing, the meeting was opened to the public.
Council President Scaglione stated there have been misconceptions to the public surrounding the Milltown Road Application. Council President stated for the record Mr. Savo has recused himself from all discussions on the Milltown Road/ Cell Tower application. Council President added the Township is currently and has along been represented by Deputy Township Attorney Scott Parente.
Jon Rooney, 653 East Main Street, stated he wished to publically recognize Councilman Norgalis and Councilmen Elect Allen Kurdyla and Dan Hayes for their Republican campaign victories. Mr. Rooney spoke on behalf of Ron Reppman, Joseph Pranzatelli and he, stating they were proud of the effort they put forth as Democratic opponents for Council. He thanked the public who recognized their bid for Councilmen representing the Democratic Party. . Mr. Rooney added he and his running mates look forward to working together with this Administration and Council in its efforts going forward.
Jon Rooney advised Council on the passing of longtime Hillsborough Chairman, John Fererra.
Mr. Rooney directed to Councilman Hsing that he will be greatly missed and thanked Councilman Albano for his years of service. He extended to Council President Scaglione all the best going forward as Somerset County Freeholder.
Arnold Quast, 1024 Brown Road, expressed thanks to the Mayor, Mr. Bogart and the Engineering Department for recognizing and taking activity on the flooding issues surrounding Brown Road. He presented photographs that depict the actual flooding conditions on Brown Road when moderate to heavy rainstorms occur.
Dana Fischer, 300 Goldfinch Drive, addressed Council on the Open Space and Recreation Plan being proposed. He recognized the plan is not yet set, but stated he and his neighbors have met and plan to intermittently present their opposition to developing the Staats and Mantz properties. Mr. Fischer stated these properties were intended to remain open space and if developed would create traffic issues and spoil the existing character of the northwest part of theTownship.
On motion of Councilman Norgalis, seconded by Councilman Hsing, the meeting was closed for public comment.
PLACE TO PLACE TRANSFER OF PLENARY RETAIL DISTRIBUTION LIQUOR LICENSE #1806-44-038-002 – WEGMANS FOOD MARKET, INC. LOCATED AT 724 ROUTE 202 SOUTH, BRIDGEWATER
Ms. Doyle stated an application has been filed by Wegmans Food Market, Inc. for a place to place transfer of Plenary Retail Distribution Liquor License #1806-44-038-002, for the purpose of expanding the premises under which the sale and service of alcoholic beverages are authorized to the expanded area of the premises located at 724 Route 202 South. Ms. Doyle added the application filed by Wegman’s to expand the licensed area of the premise was complete and forwarded to the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission as required by law.
Mr. Joseph Fria, District Manager of Wegman’s Food Market, Inc. Corporate Office together with two operation Managers were in attendance to field Council questions with regard to the expansion. Mr. Fria explained the extension is to enhance the customer experience at the store. Mr. Fria added currently there is a wine and spirits store adjacent to the main store. They would like to move some of those beverages to the food store in an effort to cross merchandise them with appropriate foods. The transfer to expand the licensed area for the sale of beer and wine will be throughout the first floor and portion of the second floor area.
Council President Scaglione advised Mr. Fria that extending the licensed area obligates Wegman’s to adhere to certain employee regulations and inspections as regulated by the NJ Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control
On motion Councilman Albano, seconded by Councilman Hsing, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Aye
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Absent
Councilman Norgalis Aye
Council President Scaglione Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #09-11-12-274 is appended to the official minutes.
BONDING COSTS/SOMERSET COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
Mr. Naples stated the Township has reached the point where it wants to permanently bond municipal costs. Mr. Naples stated Ms. Turchan is seeking an informal approval to approach the County for bonding through the Somerset County Bonding Authority. Ms. Turchan explained the differences between the Township bonding ourselves and Somerset County Improvement Authority with regard to ratings will benefit the Township on long term bonds. Ms. Turchan added the initial costs through the Authority are higher but the difference in interest the Township will be afforded in bidding will outweigh the up front costs.
After discussion, Council was in favor of Ms. Turchan approaching the Somerset County Improvement Authority.
CANCELLATION OF CAPITAL BOND ORDINANCES FOR ROAD RESURFACING, RECONSTRUCTION AND DRAINAGE IN THE AMOUNT OF $387,204.74
Ms. Turchan explained certain General Capital Improvement appropriation balances remain dedicated to projects now completed. Ms. Turchan added it is necessary to formally cancel said balances so that the unexpended balances may be returned to each respective Capital Improvement Fund or credited to Surplus, and unused debt authorization may be cancelled.
AUTHORIZATION TO CANCEL RECEIVABLE BALANCES AND CORRESPONDING RESERVE BALANCES FOR CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,305.06
Ms. Turchan explained a receivable balances of $1,305.06 entitled Child Passenger Safety Grant from the State of New Jersey remains on the Grant Fund balance sheet dedicated to provide Child Passenger Safety activities has expired, and it is necessary to formally cancel the receivable balance and its offsetting appropriations reserve balance;
AUTHORIZATION TO CANCEL RECEIVABLE BALANCES AND CORRESPONDING RESERVE BALANCES FOR OVER THE LIMIT UNDER ARREST GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,350
Ms. Turchan explained a receivable balances of $2,350 entitled Over the Limit Under Arrest from the State of New Jersey remains on the Grant Fund balance sheet dedicated to provide drunk driving enforcement activities has expired; and it is necessary to formally cancel the receivable balance and its offsetting appropriations reserve balance.
PROVIDING FOR THE INSERTION OF A SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE IN THE 2009 BUDGET PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:4-87 (CHAPTER 159, P.L. 1948) – SOMERSET COUNTY YOUTH ATHLETIC & RECREATION FACILITY GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $15,000
Mr. Naples offered the Township received a grant in the amount of $15,000 dedicated for 2009 Youth Athletic “Other Expenses” for the purchase of bleachers and an infield tarp from Somerset County The resolution will be sent to the Director of Local Government Services to be inserted as revenue in the 2009 Budget.
PROVIDING FOR THE INSERTION OF A SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE IN THE 2009 BUDGET PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:4-87 (CHAPTER 159, P.L. 1948) – RECYCLING TONNAGE GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF -$110,331.08
Mr. Naples offered the Township received a grant in the amount of $110,331.08 dedicated for 2009 Recycling Tonnage “Other Expenses” for construction debris costs from Somerset County. The resolution will be sent to the Director of Local Government Services to be inserted as revenue in the 2009 Budget.
AUTHORING A GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE OVER THE LIMIT UNDER ARREST 2009 YEAR END STATEWIDE CRACKDOWN IN THE AMOUNT OF $5000
Mr. Naples stated the State of New Jersey, Division of Highway Traffic Safety, has urged law enforcement agencies throughout the state to participate in the Over the Limit Under Arrest 2009Year End Statewide Crackdown. The resolution authorizes the Township to submit a grant application in the amount of $5000, to be applied to costs that increase patrols for impaired driving enforcement from December 7, 2009 through January 3, 2010.
On motion Councilman Albano, seconded by Councilman Norgalis, the foregoing resolutions were approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Aye
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Absent
Councilman Norgalis Aye
Council President Scaglione Aye
THE RESOLUTIONS WERE APPROVED.
Copies of resolutions #09-11-12-275 through 09-11-12-280 are appended to the official minutes.
AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1/ FINAL CHANGE ORDER INCREASING THE PRICE FROM $78,969 TO $79,435.16, AN INCREASE OF $466.16 AND A 0.59% INCREASE, AND FINAL PAYMENT TO S. BROTHERS, INC., AND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT LOCATED ON STARVIEW WAY AND RELEASE OF PERFORMANCE BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF $109,700 AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE MAINTENANCE BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,915.27 FOR STARVIEW WAY RESURFACING PROJECT
Mr. Bogart stated there was both a reduction and increase in the quantities of various materials needed which, in turn, resulted in a final contract price 0.59 % higher than the original contract. He added the increase in the total cost was due primarily to install more surface course than estimated.
AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO TOP LINE CONSTRUCTION CORP., IN THE SUM OF $4,511.02 AND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT LOCATED AT PAPEN ROAD FROM ROGER AVENUE NORTHWESTERLY TO THE END AND FROHLIN DRIVE FROM NESKELL DRIVE SOUTHWESTERLY TO THE END INCLUDING THE ENTRANCE TO GENE KING PARK AND RELEASE OF PERFORMANCE BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF $229,547.33 AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE MAINTENANCE BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF $34,435.00 FOR 2008 ROAD REPAVING PROGRAM
Mr. Bogart stated the Township approved Change Order #1 which, resulted in a contract price increase from $206,051 to $229,547.33 in the amount of $23,496.33 or 11.4% higher than the contract amount based on an adjustment of estimated quantities to match as-built quantities by Resolution 08-06-02-149 on June 2, 2008
AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1/ FINAL CHANGE ORDER DECREASING THE PRICE FROM $225,720 TO $225,693.33, A DECREASE OF $26.67 AND A 0.01% DECREASE, AND FINAL PAYMENT TO FISCHER CONTRACTING, INC., AND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT AND RELEASE OF PERFORMANCE BOND AND ACCEPTANCE OF MAINTENANCE BONDS FOR PARKING LOT RECONSTRUCTION –BRIDGEWATER LIBRARY – 2009
Mr. Bogart stated there was a decrease in the quantities of various materials needed which, resulted in a contract price decrease from $225,720 to $225,693.33, a $26.67 decrease of 0.01% lower than the contract amount based on an adjustment of estimated quantities to match as-built quantities.
AUTHORIZING THE WITHDRAWAL OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $28,250 FROM VARIOUS SIDEWALK ESCROW ACCOUNTS CREATED FROM MONEYS DEPOSITED BY VARIOUS DEVELOPERS IN ORDER TO PAY THE CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR VARIOUS SIDEWALK REPAIR PROJECTS
Mr. Bogart statedEscrow Fund Accounts are maintained for sidewalk repair projects and funded with contributions from developers. He added the Engineering Department identified various sidewalks in the Township requiring repairs and the Chief Financial Officer identified the various Sidewalk Escrow Accounts and verified the moneys deposited and maintained in said accounts.
EMERGENCY PURCHASE AUTHORIZING AWARD OF CONTRACT TO REINER PUMP SYSTEMS, INC. IN THE SUM OF $34,382 FOR EMERGENCY WASTEWATER PUMP FOR GILBRIDE ROAD PUMP STATION
Mr. Bogart explained it was necessary to immediately replace the pumping unit in order to permit returning the Gilbride Road Pump Station to normal operation status without delay. He added the Engineering Department discovered that one of the pumps was out of service on or about October 19, 2009, that the company that manufactured the pumps was out of business , that a new pump had to be ordered on an emergency basis because of the time needed for Reiner Pump Systems, Inc. to fill the purchase order and deliver the pump, and that failure to treat ordering the pump on an emergency basis would have unreasonably delayed the process and further increase the potential danger to the health, welfare and safety of the Bridgewater residents and will only create a potential for a more severe emergency situation.
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGEWATER AND THE COUNTY OF SOMERSET FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS BLOCK 338, LOT 9, LOCATED AT 760 EAST MAIN STREET
Mr. Naples advised the Township’s Department of Public Works has a need to store equipment until the new Bridgewater Public Works facility is ready for occupancy. He added the County has recently acquired property known as 760 East Main Street, Block 338, Lot 9 and has agreed to permit the Township to utilize the Property for the storage of operable equipment, vehicles and other equipment for the vehicles without cost.
On motion Councilman Albano, seconded by Councilman Norgalis, the foregoing resolutions were approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Aye
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Absent
Councilman Norgalis Aye
Council President Scaglione Aye
THE RESOLUTIONS WERE APPROVED.
Copies of resolutions #09-11-12-281 through 09-11-12-286 are appended to the official minutes.
AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 26 IN THE SUM OF $40,987.48 FOR THE ALTERATIONS/ADDITIONS TO THE TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL COMPLEX PROJECT INCREASING THE CONTRACT PRICE FROM THE AMENDED PRICE OF $19,809,755.97 TO $19,820,682.67 WHICH IS A 0.06% INCREASE AND A TOTAL 4.50% INCREASE
Mr. Naples explained USA Architects recommended that Change Order No. 26 be processed at this time for Supplemental items related to:
PCO 180 This work includes the removal of the existing gutter system and the installation of new fascia, soffit vent and trim, gutter and leaders. The existing copper lined wood gutters were soft and rotting from the water sitting in the gutter or overflowing the gutter. The soffit work is now complete and the actual cost of materials and time and the gutter installation totaled $41,674.30, which is over the maximum amount. The maximum total cost for this work is included as the amount of $40,148.02.
PCO 186 This work includes the installation of an aluminum chimney cap on the original furnace room chimney, to match the work done in Phase 1. This is required to seal the open end of this chimney at a cost of $839.46.
Council discussed the change order requests and noted all PCO’s will be reviewed by legal to seek reimbursement costs from the USA Architects.
Councilman Hsing voiced his displeasure with the volume of change orders and questioned the fundamental knowledge and experience of those who designed the structure.
On motion Councilman Norgalis, seconded by Councilman Albano, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Aye
Councilman Hsing Nay
Councilman Moench Absent
Councilman Norgalis Aye
Council President Scaglione Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #09-11-12-287 is appended to the official minutes.
AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 27 IN THE SUM OF $8,000.00 FOR THE ALTERATIONS/ADDITIONS TO THE TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL COMPLEX PROJECT DECREASING THE CONTRACT PRICE FROM THE ORIGINAL CONTRACT PRICE OF $18,967,877.00 AND THE AMENDED PRICE OF $19,861,670.15 REMAINS THE SAME, WHICH IS A 0.04% DECREASE AND A TOTAL 4.71% INCREASE
Mr. Naples stated change order # 27 is a decrease in the amount of $8000, for supplemental items related to formalizing Construction Change Directive #2. Mr. Naples added in March of 2009, Council approved CCD#2 directing the contractor to immediately perform the mold remediation work described in the indoor Air Quality Report prepared by Birdsall Services Group (PMK Engineering Group).
On motion Councilman Norgalis, seconded by Councilman Albano, the foregoing resolution was approved. The vote was as follows:
Councilman Albano Aye
Councilman Hsing Aye
Councilman Moench Absent
Councilman Norgalis Aye
Council President Scaglione Aye
THE RESOLUTION WAS APPROVED.
A copy of resolution #09-11-12-288 is appended to the official minutes.
Clerk’s Report – October 2009
On the motion of Councilman Norgalis, second of Councilman Hsing, Council convened in closed session at 9:20 p.m.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Bridgewater Township Council that this body will now hold a closed meeting to discuss litigation and land acquisition.
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 Norgalis, second of Councilman Albano, Council reconvened in open session at 9:40 p.m.
On the motion of Councilman Albano the meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Linda J. Doyle, RMC
Municipal Clerk
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Patrick Scaglione
Council President
