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GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP COUNCIL MEETINGDECEMBER 28, 2011MUNICIPAL BUILDING, CHEWS LANDING NEW JERSEY

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Statement: Mr. Bianchini read a statement setting forth the time, date and place of this meeting, that it was properly advertised, posted and filed in the Office of the Township Clerk pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act.

Roll Call: Mrs. Evans Mr. Carlamere, SolicitorMr. Hutchison-abs.Mr. Garbowski-abs. Mr. Cardis, Business Admin. Mr. Schmidt Mrs. DiJosie, Township Clerk, RMCMrs. Gentek Mayor Mayer Mr. MercadoMr. Bianchini Mr. Moffa, Public Works-abs.

Mr. Lechner, Comm. Dev.-abs.Chief Earle, Police

R-11-12-334RESOLUTION TO EXCLUDE THE PUBLIC FROM DISCUSSION OF EXEMPTED SUBJECT MATTER AT A REGULAR OR SPECIAL SESSION OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER PURSUANT TO SECTION 8 OF THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT

WHEREAS. The Open Public Meetings Act of the State of New Jersey provides that certain matters may be discussed in “Executive Closed Session” without members of the public being permitted to attend, and

WHEREAS. The following items, pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, are permitted closed session discussion,1. Confidential Matter under Federal or State Statute or Court Rule.2. Matter which would jeopardize the receipt of Federal Funds.3. Matter constituting unwarranted invasion of individual privacy.4. Matter involving collective bargaining.5. Matter involving purchase, lease or investment using public funds, or involving setting of bank rates.6. Matters involving investigation of violations or possible violations of law. 7. Matters involving Attorney Client privileges.8. Matters involving personnel.9. Matters involving proceedings which could result in civil penalty, suspension or loss of license.

NOW THEREFORE, be it Resolved by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that there exist a need to discuss an issue of Workman’s Compensation, in executive closed session, and that the public be and is hereby excluded from this discussion on December 28, 2011 at 7:30 pm.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that disclosure to the public of the executive closed session matter shall not be made public until such matter has been resolved.

Adopted: December 28, 2011

_______________________________President of Council

ATTEST:

_____________________________Township ClerkMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: Mrs. Evans voted no, all others voted yes. Motion carried. 4-1.

Roll call: All members present after recess.Mr. Bianchini stated that the executive session concerned two workers compensation cases. The Workmen’s Comp Attorney discussed the case with the council. Council gave the attorney the authority to move forward.

PRESENTATION:

Mr. Warner, the Southern Regional Coordinator of the State Conference of the NAACP thanked Mrs. Evans on behalf of the Regional President of the NAACP by reading a statement from him. The Regional President of the NAACP thanked her for being the first African American female Council member and for all that she has accomplished in her time in office.Mr. Warner also congratulated Mrs. Evans and wished her well in the future. He stated that she was a hard worker with a big heart.Mr. Bianchini and Mr. Mercado presented Crystal with a token of Council and the Mayor’s appreciation. Mr. Bianchini stated that the Council appreciated all her years of dedicated service caring for the residents of Gloucester Township.

PUBLIC PORTION:Mr. Bianchini opened the public portion.Darren Gladden of 44 Greens Way questioned resolution 349 and asked if the residents were notified of this.Josh Berry of Broadacres Drive asked if the RFQ’s were done by the “Fair and Open” process and he asked who gets to choose the professional and what the criteria was. Mr. Cardis stated that he and Mr. Carlamere have been reviewing the RFQ’s. Mr. Carlamere and Mr. Cardis explained their process of reviewing the RFQ’s. Mr. Berry asked if any decisions have been made. Mr. Carlamere stated that decisions have not been made yet, and they have not given their recommendations. Mr. Berry further questioned the process and the firms on the list. Mr. Carlamere stated that they will be making sure they are getting the best for the township.Mr. Schmidt of Gloucester City thanked the Council for clarification for the executive session. There being no further comment, the public portion was closed.

MINUTES:Mr. Mercado made a motion to waive the reading and accept the minutes of November and December workshop and regular minutes of October 12 and 24, November 14 and 28, 2011, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: Mr. Bianchini abstained from the minutes of November 28, 2011 and voted yes on all others. Motion carried 5-0.

RFP/RFQ’S:GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/RFQ=SDECEMBER 14, 2011 @ 12:00 PM

MUNICIPAL LABOR COUNSELArcher & GreinerParker McCayBrown & Connery LLP

MUNICIPAL BOND COUNSELParker McCay

MUNICIPAL AUDITORInverso & Stewart

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTEconomic DevelopmentTriad AssociatesThe Kulluri Group, LLC

ZONING BOARD ATTORNEYAnthony P. CostaFPSF - Florio Perrucci Steinhardt & FaderStephen Altamuro

ZONING BOARD ENGINEERBach Associates, PCChurchill Consulting EngineersBirdsall Services GroupRemington & VernickCME Associates

PLANNING BOARD ATTORNEYLong Marmero & Associates, LLPMichael J. McKennaFPSF - Florio Perrucci Steinhardt & Fader

PLANNING BOARD CONFLICT ENGINEERCME Associates

PLANNING BOARD ENGINEERPettit Associates, LLCBach Associates, PCBirdsall Services GroupRemington & VernickCME Associates

REDEVELOPMENT ENGINEERPettit Associates, LLCBach Associates, PCT & M Associates Remington & VernickCME Associates

ENGINEER SIDEWALKS

Naik Consulting GroupPettit Associates, LLCJ. Timothy Kernan, Inc.Bach AssociatesChurchill Consulting EngineersCME Associates

ENGINEER OF STREETSNaik Consulting GroupPettit Associates, LLCBach Associates, PCChurchill Consulting EngineersBirdsall Services GroupRemington & VernickCME Associates

ENGINEER OF RECREATIONPettit Associates, LLCBach Associates, PCChurchill Consulting EngineersBirdsall Services GroupCME Associates

ENGINEER OF STORM DRAINAGENaik Consulting GroupPettit Associates, LLCBach Associates, PCChurchill Consulting EngineersConsulting Engineer CME Associates

WORKMEN = S COMPENSATION ATTORNEY Long Marmero & Associates, LLPCapehart Scatchard

COMPUTER/COMPUTER NETWORK CONSULTANTUnited Computer Sales & ServicePro Computer ServicelJ. Harte Associates LLCDecisive Business Systems

ENERGY CONSULTANTMiller RemickBirdsall Services GroupBlue Sky PowerTriad Assoc.CME Associates

MUNICIPAL COURT CHIEF PROSECUTOR AND MUNICIPAL PROSECUTORJack Kennedy

MUNICIPAL PUBLIC DEFENDERGlen Leary

FINANCIAL ADVISORAcacia Financial GroupPowell Capital Markets

REDEVELOPMENT PLANNER/ARCHITECTT & M AssociatesLammey & Giorgio(Architectural Services)GROUPMELVINDESIGNBach Associates, PCBirdsall Services GroupRemington & VernickCME Associates

MEDIA CONSULTANTSteve AcitoAdaGeo Communications, LLC

Mr. Mercado made a motion to accept, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.

ORDINANCES: FIRST READINGO-11-23

ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 81 OF THE CODEOF THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER ENTITLED,“VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC” OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER

BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, County of Camden, State of New Jersey that Chapter 81 of the Code of the Township of Gloucester be and is hereby amended as follows:

SECTION 1. That Section 81-35 C. 2. for the property known as Cherrywood Apartments be and is hereby amended to read as follows:

“2. General Parking: A. All vehicles must park in designated area and between the lines provided. a. In parking lots b. All 90 degree parking on street

SECTION 2. That Section 81-35 C. be and is hereby amended by adding subsection 3 and 4. as follows:

“3. Speed Limits: A. The speed limit for both directions of travel in the parking lots and all courts

shall be 15 MPH.“4. Tow Away Zones

Any vehicle parked or standing as to obstruct or impede a normal flow of traffic, block entrances or exit ways, loading zones, oil fills, any grassy area, pedestrian walkway, or present in any way a safety or traffic hazard may be removed by towing the vehicle at the owners expense.”

SECTION 3. All ordinances and provisions thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance shall be and are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 4. If any section, subsection or part, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall be declared invalid by judgment of any court of competent jurisdiction, such section, subsection, part, clause or phrase shall be deemed to be severable from the remainder of the ordinance.

SECTION 5. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately after final passage and publication as required by law.Introduced: December 28, 2011Adopted:

_________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

ATTEST:

_________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK

_________________________MAYOR

Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt on first reading, to have second reading and public hearing on January 9, 2012, and to advertise by synopsis, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.

O-11-24 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 81, SECTION 81-31ENTITLED, “SPEED LIMITS” OF THE CODE OF THETOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER REDUCING THE SPEEDLIMIT ALONG NORTHERLY SIDE OF BERLIN-CROSSKEYS ROAD IN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER,CAMDEN COUNTY, STATE OF NEW JERSEY

BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, County

of Camden, State of New Jersey be and is hereby amended as follows:

SECTION 1. The speed limit of 45 miles per hour is established for the northerly side Berlin-Cross Keys Road. The southerly side of the roadway is located In Winslow Township which currently has a posted speed of 45 miles per hour. The intent of this is to maintain a safe and uniform speed limit.

SECTION 2. Regulatory and warning signs shall be erected and maintained to affect the above designated speed limit authorized by the Department of Transportation.

SECTION 3. Chapter 81, Section 31 of the Code of the Township of Gloucester, entitled, “Speed Limits,” be and is hereby amended.

SECTION 4. All ordinances and provisions thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance shall be and are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 5. If any section, subsection or part, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall be declared invalid by judgment of any court of competent jurisdiction, such section, subsection, part, clause or phrase shall be deemed to be severable from the remainder of the ordinance.

SECTION 6. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately after final passage and publication as required by law.

Introduced: December 28, 2011

Adopted: _________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

ATTEST:

_________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK

_________________________MAYOR


O-11-25 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 73, SECTION 73AENTITLED, “STREET ADDRESS NUMBERING” OF THECODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER FOR THE REDESIGNATION OF STREETS WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER, CAMDEN COUNTY, STATE OF NEW JERSEY

BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, Countyof Camden, State of New Jersey that Chapter 73-A of the Code of the Township of Gloucester be and is hereby amended as follows:SECTION 1. That the following streets be redesignated as follows:

CURRENT STREET NAME REDESIGNATED STREET NAMEBridge Street Robert E. Kelly Boulevard

East Access Road Love RoadWest Access Road Zimmerman RoadCollege Road Commencement Road

Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:67-1. et seq., said street and roadway in the Township of Gloucester, County of Camden be and is hereby designated.SECTION 2. The appropriate officials of the Township of Gloucester be and are hereby authorized to modify or change any and all official records, maps and documents to reflect the said street name redesignation.SECTION 3. Regulatory and warning signs shall be erected and maintained to affect the above redesignated street name change authorized by the Department of Transportation.SECTION 4. Chapter 73, Section 73-A of the Code of the Township of Gloucester, entitled, “Street Redesignation,” be and is hereby amended. SECTION 5. All ordinances and provisions thereof inconsistent with the provisions the Ordinance shall be and are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.SECTION 6. If any section, subsection or part, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall be declared invalid by judgment of any court of competent jurisdiction, such section, subsection, part, clause or phrase shall be deemed to be severable from the remainder of the ordinance.SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately after final passage and

publication as required by law.Introduced: December 28, 2011

Adopted: _________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

ATTEST:

_________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK _________________________

MAYORMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt on first reading, to have second reading and public hearing on January 9, 2012, and to advertise by synopsis, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.

O-11-26ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF TAX ABATEMENTAGREEMENT BETWEEN TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND BCC

15, LLC FOR PREMISES BLOCK 18501, LOT 15 PURSUANT TO C. 441, P.L. 1991 (N.J.S.A.40A:21-1 ET SEQ.) AND ORDINANCE NO. O-9-23

WHEREAS, C. 441, P.L. 1991, N.J.S.A. 40A:21-1, enables "qualified municipalities" to exempt from local property taxes certain industrial and commercial improvements and projects; and

WHEREAS, the Township of Gloucester is a qualified municipality authorized to enter into Tax Abatement Agreements with taxpayers for "projects" defined under said Act; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to said Act and authorization, the Township of Gloucester has duly adopted Ord. No. O-9-23 entitled, "Ordinance Providing for Tax Exemption and Abatement for Commercial and Industrial improvements and projects pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:21-1 et seq."; and

WHEREAS, a tax abatement application for a "project" pursuant to the aforesaid Act and Ordinance was filed by BCC 15, LLC for premises known as Block 18501, Lot 15 on the Official Tax Map of the Township of Gloucester.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, County of Camden and State of New Jersey as follows:

SECTION 1. The Tax Abatement Application of for a "project" for premises known as Block 18501, Lot 15 on the Tax Map of the Township of Gloucester pursuant to C. 441, P.L. 1991 (N.J.S.A. 40A:21-1 et seq.) and Ordinance No. O-9-23 be and is hereby approved for tax abatement in accordance with said application and the terms and provisions of an Agreement for Tax Abatement, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part of this Ordinance.

SECTION 2. The Mayor and Township Clerk of the Township of Gloucester be and are hereby authorized to execute and deliver on behalf of the Township of Gloucester the Tax Abatement Agreement between the Township of Gloucester and BCC 15, LLC for premises designated as Block 18501, Lot 15 on the Official Tax Map of the Township of Gloucester, a copy of said Agreement is attached hereto and made a part thereof.

SECTION 3. All ordinances and provisions thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance shall be and are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.

SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, part, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall be declared invalid by judgment of any court of competent jurisdiction, such section, subsection, part, clause or phrase shall be deemed to be severable from the remainder of this ordinance.


Introduced: December 28, 2011Adopted:

________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

_________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK

________________________MAYOR


O-11-27ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF TAX ABATEMENTAGREEMENT BETWEEN TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND SUN NATIONAL BANK FOR PREMISES BLOCK 1101, LOT 1 PURSUANTTO C. 441, P.L. 1991 (N.J.S.A.40A:21-1 ET SEQ.) AND ORDINANCE NO. O-9-23




WHEREAS, a tax abatement application for a "project" pursuant to the aforesaid Act and Ordinance was filed by Sun National Bank for premises known as Block 1101, Lot 1 on the Official Tax Map of the Township of Gloucester.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, County of Camden and State of New Jersey as follows:


SECTION 2. The Mayor and Township Clerk of the Township of Gloucester be and are hereby authorized to execute and deliver on behalf of the Township of Gloucester the Tax Abatement Agreement between the Township of Gloucester and Sun National Bank for premises designated as Block 1101, Lot 1 on the Official Tax Map of the Township of Gloucester, a copy of said Agreement is attached hereto and made a part thereof.






Adopted:

_________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK

________________________MAYOR


O-11-28ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF TAX ABATEMENTAGREEMENT BETWEEN TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND WAWAINC. FOR PREMISES BLOCK 7401, LOT 8 PURSUANT TO C. 441, P.L. 1991

(N.J.S.A.40A:21-1 ET SEQ.) AND ORDINANCE NO. O-9-23




WHEREAS, a tax abatement application for a "project" pursuant to the aforesaid Act and Ordinance was filed by WAWA INC. for premises known as Block 7401, Lot 8 on the Official Tax Map of the Township of Gloucester.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, County of Camden, and State of New Jersey as follows:


SECTION 2. The Mayor and Township Clerk of the Township of Gloucester be and are hereby authorized to execute and deliver on behalf of the Township of Gloucester the Tax Abatement Agreement between the Township of Gloucester and WAWA INC. for premises designated as Block 7401, Lot 8 on the Official Tax Map of the Township of Gloucester, a copy of said Agreement is attached hereto and made a part thereof.






_________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK

________________________MAYOR


RESOLUTIONS:CONSENT AGENDA

R-11:12-335RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUNDS FROM THE DEPARTMENT

OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that thefollowing refunds be and are hereby authorized:

#2603-051129INSP5 Black Horse R.E., LLC5-7 Black Horse PikeBlackwood, NJ 08012Balance from unexpended escrow: $2,758.31

Adopted: December 28, 2011____________________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

ATTEST:

________________________________________TOWNSHIP CLERKMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.R-11:12-336

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUNDING OF TAXES

BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester to authorize the refunding of the following credit balances:

BLOCK LOT NAME AND ADDRESS YEAR AMOUNT REASONACCOUNT #

2902 17 Surety Title Company 2011 1,667.16 Duplicate Payment1 East Stow Rd., Suite100Marlton, NJ 08053Attn: Lynn Marie Peterson

8205 7 Steven Hicken 2011 2,655.65 Duplicate Payment5 Dorado Ct.Laurel Springs, NJ 08021

12606 1 Excellence in Title Agency 2011 1,395.53 Duplicate PaymentP.O. Box 337Neptune, NJ 07754

Attn: Ginger Arthur

16703 6 Charles & Susan Cianfrani 2011 1,563.60 Duplicate Payment11 Dunlin WaySicklerville, NJ 08081

17909 8 GMAC Mortgage 2011 2,652.62 Erroneous PaymentP.O. Box 961219Fort Worth, TX 76161-0219

9902 17 Angelo DiBella 2011 628.32 Overpayment

ADOPTED: December 12, 2011

___________________________________Council President

___________________________________ Township ClerkMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11-12-337RESOLUTION APPROVING AUTHORIZATION FOR THETOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER TO ACCEPT A SUBGRANTAWARD OF THE FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2012 OF DEPARTMENTOF HOMELAND SECURITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT PROGRAM FUNDING AND FORTHE TOWNSHIP’S CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER TO CERTIFYTHE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

WHEREAS, the Township of Gloucester, Office of Emergency Management has been awarded State Homeland Security Grant Program Subgrant CFDA #97.042, Award #2012-P110-0415 from the New Jersey State Police Office of Emergency Management. The Subgrant, consisting of a total amount of $10,000.00, including $5,000.00 Federal Award and $5,000.00 Local Matching Funds, is for the purpose of enhancing Gloucester Township’s ability to prevent, protect against, respond to and recover from acts of terrorism, natural disasters and other catastrophic events and emergencies; and

WHEREAS, the subgrant award incorporates all conditions and representations contained or made in application and notice of award #2012-P110-0415; and

WHEREAS, the Gloucester Township Office of Emergency Management, designated by the New Jersey State Police, Office of Emergency Management, has submitted an Application for Subgrant Award that has been required by the said New Jersey State Police Office of Emergency Management; and

WHEREAS, the Application for Subgrant Award calls for a match in the amount of $5,000.00 which the Gloucester Township’s Office of Emergency Management adequately satisfies through the SFY 2012 Township of Gloucester approved budget for Division salaries and wages and fringe benefits.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester here with accepts the award of the FY2012 Homeland Security Emergency Management Performance Grant Program Subgrant in the amount of $5,000.00 Federal Funds from the New Jersey State Police, Office of Emergency Management; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $5,000.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption FY2012 Homeland Security Emergency Management Performance Grant; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Gloucester Township Administrator, the County Chief Fiscal Officer and the Gloucester Township Director of Emergency Management are authorized to sign the appropriate subgrant award documents; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution shall be forwarded to the New Jersey State Police, Office of Emergency Management; the Director of the Division of Local Government Services; the Chief Financial Officer; the Gloucester Township Division of Emergence Management and Office of the Treasury.Adopted: December 28, 2011 _________________________

PRESIDENT OF COUNCILATTEST:

_____________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK

Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11:12-338 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CAMDEN COUNTY NEW JERSEY JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN

WHEREAS, Gloucester Township is vulnerable to damages from natural hazard events which post a threat to public health and safety and could result in property loss and economic hardship; and

WHEREAS, a Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan for Camden County has been developed through the work of the Southern Delaware Valley Region Steering Committee, the Camden County Hazard planning Committee, the Gloucester Township Hazard Working Group, and interested parties within Gloucester Township; and

WHEREAS, the Plan recommends hazard mitigation actions that will protect people and property affected by natural hazards that face Gloucester Township, that will reduce future public, private, community and personal costs of disaster response and recovery ; and that will reinforce Gloucester Township’s leadership in emergency preparedness efforts; and

WHEREAS, the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (P.L. 106-390) (DMA 2000) and associated Federal regulations published under 44CFR Part 201 require Gloucester Township to formally adopt a hazard Mitigation Plan subject to the approval of the federal Emergency Management Agency to be eligible for federal funds for hazard mitigation projects and activities; and

WHEREAS, public meetings were to receive comment on the Plan as required by DMA 2000;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that:

1. The Camden County New Jersey Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan is hereby adopted as an official plan of the Township of Gloucester.

2. Gloucester Township Officials identified in the Mitigation Action Plan (Section 9) are hereby directed to implement the recommended actions assigned to them. These officials will report quarterly on their activities, accomplishments, and progress to the Gloucester Township Hazard Mitigation Working Group, and the Gloucester Township Office of Emergency Management.

3. The Gloucester Township Hazard Mitigation Working Group will provide annual progress reports on the status of implementation of the Plan to the Gloucester Township Council. This report shall be submitted to the Gloucester Township Council by December 31st.

4. The Gloucester Township Hazard Mitigation Working Group will undertake periodic updates of the Plan as indicated in the Plan Maintenance program (Section 10) but no less frequent than every five years.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Gloucester Township Council that Gloucester Township adopts the Camden County, New Jersey Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, dated April 1, 2011, as this jurisdiction’s natural hazard Mitigation plan, and resolve to execute the actions of the Plan.


ATTEST: _____________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

______________________________TOWNSHIP CLERKMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11:12-339RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ADVERTISING OF BIDS FOR UP TO 12 PURSUIT RATED ALL WHEEL DRIVE POLICE VEHICLES

WHEREAS, the 2012 Budget provides funds for the purchase of certain materials and supplies and equipment whose aggregate value will exceed $29,000.00, and

WHEREAS, the State Statutes require that items exceeding $29,000.00 be properly advertised and bids received.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Advertising of Bids is hereby authorized, in accordance with the respective specifications for the following items:

Up To 12 Pursuit Rated All Wheel Drive Police Vehicles


___________________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

ATTEST:

_____________________________________TOWNSHIP CLERKMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11:12-340RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF

GLOUCESTER, COUNTY OF CAMDEN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY APPOINTING INSIGHT APPRAISAL GROUP FOR GREEN ACRES

APPRAISAL FOR 813 BLACK HORSE PIKE, BLOCK 1003, LOTS 4 AND 5

WHEREAS, there exists a need for a Green Acres Appraisal for 813 Black Horse Pike, Block 1003, Lots 4 and 5

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-2 et seq.) requires that the resolution authorizing the award of contracts for "Professional Services" without competitive bids, must be publicly advertised, and

WHEREAS, the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester does hereby designate Insight Appraisal Group as Green Acres Appraiser for the Township of Gloucester.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, County of Camden, and State of New Jersey, as follows:

l. That Insight Appraisal Group be and is hereby appointed as Green Acres Appraiser for the Township of Gloucester, since by nature of his qualifications and experience, he is well qualified.

2. This contract is awarded without competitive bidding as "Professional Service" under the provisions of the Local Public Contracts Law, because the aforesaid agreement encompasses the services of a recognized professional, licensed and regulated by law, and is of a nature where it is not possible to obtain competitive bids.

3. A copy of this Resolution shall be published in the newspaper within 10 days of its passage, as required by law. Adopted: December 28, 2011


ATTEST:


R-1 R-11:12-341RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIPOF GLOUCESTER, CAMDEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY AUTHORIZINGTHE DONATION OF TWO VEHICLE LIGHT BARS TO RETIRED GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP POLICE OFFICER ROBERT ENGLE FOR HIS PERSONAL DARE VEHICLE WHICH HE USES FOR GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP EVENTS.

WHEREAS. The Township Council of the Township of Gloucester is in agreement to authorize the Gloucester Township Police Department to donate two police vehicle emergency light bars that are outdated and of no use to the Township, andWHEREAS. The Township Council of the Township of Gloucester is in agreement to authorize the Gloucester Township Police Department to donate two police vehicle emergency light bars to retired Cpl. Robert Engle for his personal DARE vehicle which is used for a variety of Gloucester Township Events, and

WHEREAS. The Township Council of the Township of Gloucester is in agreement with Cpl. Robert Engle that these emergency light bars will not be used for any emergency or other highway use, and

WHEREAS. The Township Council of the Township of Gloucester is in agreement to authorize this the donation, and

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that the donation of two police vehicle emergency light bars to retired Cpl. Robert Engle for his personal DARE vehicle, with the specific understanding that these will not be used for any emergency or other highway use, be and is hereby accepted.


___________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

ATTEST:

______________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11:12-342RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF SECURITIES FOR ROCCO’S

COLLISION IN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER

WHEREAS, the developer Rocco’s Collison has supplied the Township of Gloucester with securities covering this development, within the Township of Gloucester, and

WHEREAS, the Engineer has inspected this project and has given his report to the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that the securities in the amount of $268,008.60 in the name of Mark and Normita Cipparone be released upon the posting of an approved maintenance bond in the amount of 33,501.08, as well as a separate performance guarantee in the amount of $2,925.00 to cover uncompleted landscape items.Adopted: December 28, 2011

____________________________ PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

ATTEST:

___________________________ TOWNSHIP CLERKMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11:12-343RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF SECURITIES OF CODE Green Solar

LLC FOR LA VIGNA, INC. – SOLAR SYSTEM AT VILLARI’S IN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER

WHEREAS, the Developer of La Vigna Inc. – Solar System at Villari’s has supplied the Township of Gloucester with Securities for Site Improvements, and


NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester does hereby authorize the reduction of securities for CODE Green Solar LLC as follows:

From $35,760.00 to $10,728.00



ATTEST:

_____________________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK


R-11:12-344RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF BILLS

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, in the County of Camden, that the following bills are approved by the Township Council in accordance with the provisions of Ordinance 0-82-16 and certified by the Chief Financial Officer that the claims are proper obligation of the township, that adequate funds are available to honor these claims in the account indicated and the claim should be paid:

CURRENT ACCOUNTPer attached computer readout of the claims presented in the amount of $ 6,413,019.30

CAPITAL ACCOUNTPer attached computer read out of the claims presented in the amount of $ 817,572.92

DEVELOPERS ESCROW FUNDPer attached computer readout of the claims presented in the amount of $ 26,443.75

TRUST OTHERPer attached computer readout of the claims presented in the amount of $ 98,362.07

ANIMAL TRUST FUNDPer attached computer readout of the claims presented in the amount of $ 30,140.80

CAPITAL11-08673 Eliezer Cardona

Manual Check 15004 69.99

11-08621 Eliezer CardonaManual Check 15003 431.98

CURRENT11-07358 Lexis Nexis

Manual Checks 800021,200.00

11-08609 Oak Systems, IncManual Check 80000 3,960.00

11-08587 Oak Systems, Inc.Manual Check 80000 345.00

11-08674 Renee MertzManual Check 80001 725.00

__________________________________ PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL


ATTEST:

________________________________TOWNSHIP CLERKMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11:12-345RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1- FINAL FOR LITTLE MILL ROAD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS IN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER

WHEREAS, it was necessary to make changes in the scope of work to be done in completing the Little Mill Road Drainage Improvements in the Township of Gloucester,

WHEREAS, Change Order No. 1 – Final was developed to itemize and authorize those changes;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that Change Order No. 1 – Final is hereby authorized and approval is hereby granted to revise the contract cost from $74,998.75 to $67,805.70. Adopted: December 28, 2011


ATTEST:

_____________________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11:12-346RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF SECURITIES OF ANTHONY COSTA

FOR 407 MAIN STREET IN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER

WHEREAS, the Developer of 407 Main Street has supplied the Township of Gloucester with Securities for Subdivision Improvements, and


NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester does hereby authorize the reduction of securities for 407 Main Street as follows:

From $6,285.43 to $ 3,142.72Adopted: December 28, 2011


ATTEST:


R-11:12-347 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER APPOINTING

REMINGTON & VERNICK AS REDEVELOPMENT ENGINEER AND PLANNER FOR GEMS LANDFILL

WHEREAS, the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester authorized the soliciting of RFQ’s for Professional Planners and Engineers for Preliminary Investigation and Development of a Redevelopment Plan for GEMS Landfill, and

WHEREAS, Remington & Vernick were deemed the most qualified of all of the professionals who submitted RFQ’s,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that Remington & Vernick be and are hereby appointed Redevelopment Engineer and Planner for Gems Landfill.


ATTEST: ______________________________President of Council

________________________________Township Clerk, RMCMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11:12-348

RESOLUTION TO ALLOW DISABLED VETERAN EXEMPTIONS FOR TAX YEAR 2011 AND TO AUTHORIZE THE TAX COLLECTOR TO CANCEL TAXES AND

REFUND ANY OVERPAYMENTS

WHEREAS, the following names are owners and residents of property in the Township of Gloucester, and

WHEREAS, they have made proper application for Total and Permanent Service-Connected Disability tax exempt status on their property designated with the block and lots listed below and,

WHEREAS, they have submitted proper evidence of Total and Permanent Disability rating from the U.S. Veterans Administration in accordance with State Regulations.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that the Tax Collector is authorized to grant said exemption, cancel property taxes for 2011 and preliminary 2012 billing and refund any resulting credit balances.Block Lot Name Comment Amount to be Credited

8012 5 Herrick Lord Add Disabled Veteran Tax Exemption First Half 2012 C $3,756.31

17903 9 Frederick Boughton Add Disabled Veteran Tax Exemption Also First Half 2012 C $4,516.63

20505 1 Louis Orsini Add Disabled Veteran $556.62 Tax Exemption One month 2011 Also First Half 2012 C $3,339.06


_________________________________President of Council

_____________________________Township Clerk


R-11:12-349RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE TAX COLLECTOR TO GRANT SENIOR CITIZEN, DISABLED, OR VETERAN DEDUCTION FOR THE YEAR 2011 AS

INDICATED AND TO ADJUST ANY BALANCE

WHEREAS, the following applicants are the owners of a residential property located in the Township of Gloucester, and,

WHEREAS, they have properly filed an application for a Senior Citizen, Disabled, or Veteran Deduction with proof of eligibility, and

WHEREAS, the Assessor has reviewed and approved said application, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that the Tax Collector is authorized to grant said deduction and/or adjust any resulting balances for the year 2011 and refund any balances for the amounts indicated. Block Lot Name Comment Amount of Deduction

9902 29 Ann Loeffler Add Senior Citizen 250.00 Deduction 2011

10003 31 Anthony Cannuli Add Senior Citizen 250.00 Deduction 2011

10103 5 Diana Kimic Add Senior Citizen 250.00Deduction 2011

12102 27 Robert McCann Add Senior Citizen 250.00Deduction 2011

15605 5 Young Sim Add Senior Citizen 250.00

Deduction 2011 15702 9 Beverly Shelly Add Vet & Sen Cit 500.00 Deduction 2011

16216 2 Samuel DeMaio Add Disability 250.00Deduction 2011

17604 20 Angelo Buongovani Add Senior Citizen 250.00

Deduction 2011

19302 3 Joseph Buccilli Add Veteran 250.00 Deduction 2011

ADOPTED: December 28, 2011________________________________President of Council

___________________________________Township Clerk Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11-12:350RESOLUTION CORRECTING ERRONEOUS ASSESSMENTS FOR THE YEAR 2011 AS

INDICATED, AND TO AUTHORIZE THE TAX COLLECTOR TO REFUND ANY OVERPAYMENTS.

WHEREAS, the following property in the Township of Gloucester, as indicated by block

and lot number, has been deeded to the Township and is now classified as exempt property, and,WHEREAS, the Township Assessor has reviewed and approved said classification,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of

Gloucester, that the following property be reduced for 2011and the Tax Collector is hereby authorized to cancel the first half 2012 tax amount as well shown below and refund any over-payments:

BLOCK LOT NAME & REASON REDUCTION OF ASSESS RED. TAXES 3401 5 Township of Gloucester Cancel 2011 4th Quarter. $2,585.42

Cancel 2012 First half billing $5,153.13 Now tax exempt


_______________________________________President of Council

__________________________________Township Clerk Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

R-11:12-351 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUNDS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION

BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that the following refunds be and are hereby authorized:

Santina Hannitta Refund for Radio City Ticket-unable to attend $78.00Diane Cheeseman Refund for Radio City Ticket-unable to attend $78.00Celeste Rebardo Refund for Radio City Tickets (2)-unable to attend $156.00


ATTEST: _____________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

______________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK


R-11:12-352RESOLUTION CONSIDERING APPLICATION OF THREE SEEDS LLC FOR PERSON TO PERSON TRANSFER OF PLENARY RETAIL DISTRIBUTION LICENSE HELD BY BIJAL & NAITIK, INC.

WHEREAS, Three Seeds LLC has made application for transfer of Plenary Retail Distribution License held by BiJal & Naitik, Inc., and

WHEREAS, notice of said transfer has been duly published, and WHEREAS, no objections have been filed, and WHEREAS, the applicant has disclosed and the authority has reviewed the source of all

funds used in the purchase of the license and the licensed business, and all additional financing obtained in connection with the licensed business, and

WHEREAS, the Authority has received a written and sworn affidavit by an authorized representative of both the transferor and transferee, affirming that the transferee is aware of all obligations outstanding to New Jersey Alcoholic Beverage manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors, and that either the transferee has assumed any such obligations or the obligations have been or will be satisfied by the transferor out of the proceeds of the sale of the licensed business.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, County of Camden, that the application of Three Seeds LLC for Person to Person transfer of a Plenary Retail Distribution License be and is hereby approved . Adopted: December 28, 2011


ATTEST:

_____________________________________TOWNSHIP CLERKPeter Rhodes the attorney for Three Seeds LLC represented his clients. Mr. Carlamere stated that the resolution is proper that is before Council. He stated that it has gone through a thorough police investigation and was advertised properly. He stated that no objections have come into the Clerk’s Office. Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.

R-11:12-353RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR MARGE MARTIN

SPORTS COMPLEX IN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER

WHEREAS, it was necessary to make changes in the scope of work to be done in completing the Marge Martin Sports Complex in the Township of Gloucester,

WHEREAS, Change Order No. 1 was developed to itemize and authorize those changes; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township

of Gloucester that Change Order No. 1 is hereby authorized and approval is hereby granted to revise the contract cost from $1,927,752.00 to $1,784,417.87. Adopted: December 28, 2011


ATTEST:

_____________________________________TOWNSHIP CLERK Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.

R-11:12-354RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THETOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER, CAMDEN COUNTY, NEWJERSEY TO CONFIRM BUDGET RESERVE TRANSFERS BETWEEN APPROPRIATIONS IN THE TY 2010 GENERAL FUND BUDGET

WHEREAS, certain TY 2010 Budget Appropriation balances are expected to be insufficient for the remainder of the year, and

WHEREAS, The Township Council approved Appropriate Budget Reserve transfers between Appropriations for TY 2010, as of March 31, 2011, andNOW, THEREFORE, BE IT CONFIRMED by Resolution by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, that in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:4-58, the Treasurer of the Township is hereby authorized to execute the transfers between Appropriations in the TY 2010 Budget of the Township of Gloucester, as follows: effective March 31, 2011.ACCOUNT# ACCOUNT TITLE FROM TO

Inside the Cap

0-01-20-155-000-200 Township Attorney OE $3,258.88

0-01-21-180-000-100 Planning Board SW $389.53

0-01-25-240-000-100 Police SW $100,000.00

0-01-26-290-000-100 Streets and Roads SW $24,683.82

0-01-26-290-000-200 Streets and Roads OE $118,313.16

0-01-31-430-000-200 Electric OE $1,035.60

0-01-31-440-000-200 Telephone OE $ 1,686.65

______________________________

$124, 683.82 $124,683.82 ____________________________


_________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

ATTEST:

___________________________TOWNSHIP CLERKMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried. 5-0.

Addendum:Bid Report:

EXCESS WORKMEN’S COMPENSATIONBID REPORT

DECEMBER 28, 2011

CONNER STRONG & BUCKELEWInsurance Company $500,000 $600,000 – Police $600,000 $700,000A.M. Best Rating Retention Retention Retention Retention

$550,000-All othersRetention

Safety National A(Excellent XI Not quoted $63,256 $59,039 $47,719

Midwest –IncumbentA+ (Superior XV $167,683 Not Quoted $146,642 $129,397

ArchA (Excellent) XV $151,436 Not Quoted $143,690 $139,695


R-11:12-355RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND CONNOR STRONG – SAFETY NATIONAL

WHEREAS, the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, County of Camden, determined that there is a need for Worker's Compensation - Excess Insurance

WHEREAS, sufficient funds have been provided, andWHEREAS, the Township Council received bids or quotesNOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township

of Gloucester that the proper Township Officials are hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Conner Strong – Safety National for Worker's Compensation - Excess Insurance in the amount of $63,256.00 with SIR of $600,000.00 for Police and $550,000.00 for all other Employees from 1/1/12 to 12/31/12.


_____________________________ PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

ATTEST:_______________________________ TOWNSHIP CLERK, RMCMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.

R-11:12-356 RESOLUTION TO MAKE BUDGET TRANSFERS BETWEEN APPROPRIATIONS IN THE CY 2011 GENERAL FUND

BUDGET

WHEREAS, certain CY 2011 Budget Appropriation balances are expected to be insufficient for the remainder of the year;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Gloucester , that in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:4-58, the Treasurer be and is hereby authorized to make transfers between appropriations in the CY 2011 Budget of the Township of Gloucester, as follows:

ACCOUNT# ACCOUNT TITLE FROM TO

1-01-20-100-001-100 Admin Support SW 1,300.001-01-20-100-001-200 Admin Support OE 4,000.001-01-20-110-000-200 Mayor’s Office OE 300.00

1-01-20-130-000-200 Treasury OE 300.00

1-01-20-155-000-200 Township Attorney OE 100.001-01-26-301-000-200 Other Public Works Functions 1,100.001-01-26-310-000-200 Public Buildings OE 7,100.001-01-27-330-000-200 Health & Welfare OE 400.00 1-01-30-420-000-200 Community Affairs OE 1,600.001-01-31-440-000-200 Telephone OE 1,500.00 1-01-31-445-000-200 Sewer OE 100.00

1-01-32-465000-200 Sanitary Landfill Costs 17,800.00

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17,800.00 17,800.00


ATTEST: ________________________PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL

__________________________TOWNSHIP CLERKMr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: Motion carried. 5-0.

MAYOR’S REPORT

Mayor Mayer congratulated Mr. Garbowski and Mrs. Evans for all their years of service. He thanked them for their service to the township. He thanked the Council for moving the community forward. He stated that the township has met many of their goals including, solar panels on the municipal building roof, paperless agendas, live stream meetings, and single stream recycling. He stated that we have expanded public safety, the DARE Program and the enlarging of the Domestic Violence Room. He thanked Mr. Cardis and Mr. Carlamere for all their hard work and congratulated Deputy Chief Harkins for graduating from a police program at the FBI Academy. He wished everyone a Happy New Year.PUBLIC PORTION:Mr. Bianchini opened the public portion.Beverly Engelbert of 13 York Terrace President of the Home and School Association at Timber Creek asked the Council if the Home and School could use Gloucester Township Community Park to hold a carnival to benefit Timber Creek. She stated that the Board of Education does not want the carnival on the school property. Mr. Carlamere will look into this. She thanked Mrs. Evans and Mr. Garbowski for all their years of service.Mettie Fisher of Noble Road asked if there was grant money available to put a recreation center on the Southern end of town. She also asked why her development did not get the new recycling containers. Mr. Bianchini stated that they are having some issues with the containers and they are looking into and trying to get another type can.John McLaughlin asked if Winslow was also reducing their speed on Berlin-Cross Keys Road as we are. Chief Earle stated that Winslow is doing the same type ordinance. He thanked Crystal for all her hard work.Darren Gladden of Greens Way stated that he has seen progress in the township but he would like to see more. He spoke about the home values in the township. He also questioned the building of townhouses in the Erial section of the township. He wished everyone good luck in the coming year.Ray Polidoro of Erial wished everyone a Happy New Year. He asked Mr. Cantwell if there was any word on the projected time of the Lake Renee Project. Mr. Cantwell stated that it is too late to start now and they are having a property issue. He stated they are looking to modify the plans. He stated that the funds are still there. Mr. Polidoro spoke about the money saved at the Lakeland complex and asked where the $200,000.00 savings will go. Mr. Cardis stated that at this time, it is still in the Capital fund. He also stated that they must get sidewalks on Jarvis Road as someone just got hit by a car again. He wished Mr. Garbowski well and stated that he can’t say enough about Mrs. Evans. He stated that she is unique and different and saw people at face value and spoke for many of the people of the town.Jim Williams questioned the red light cameras and asked about the number of accidents since the installation. Chief Earle stated that they are in the process of compiling the data since the installation of the cameras.Bridgitte of Chews Landing thanked Council for their great service to the community, thanked the Mayor and also thanked Mrs. Evans.Ronald Pagget of Erial congratulated Mrs. Evans. He stated that she has served her community well. He stated that it is not about party but about people. He questioned the tax abatement for Veterans. He also warned the council about the possibility of accidents occurring by Camden County College with the new parking lot across from the school. He stated that the cars traveling on Peter Cheeseman Road must slow down.Terry of Flagstone Drive asked what a resident would do if they had more than one can of recycling. Mayor Mayer stated that another truck will pick up any residual recycling. She stated that it was a pleasure knowing Mrs. Evans.John Schmidt of Gloucester City questioned the shared service agreements with the fire companies and if Mr. Carlamere prepared them. Mr. Schmidt stated that he felt that this was a conflict of interest. He wished everyone a Happy New Year. He thanked Mrs. Evans for all her years of service.Joshua Berry of Broadacres Drive thanked the police force for helping his neighbor who had a medical emergency. He spoke about the condition of one of the hockey rinks. He spoke about his previous inquiry into the Faulkner Act and the employment of Mayor Mayer and Ms. Chiumento. He stated that he did not know that her husband was retired. He stated that he has read Mr. Carlamere’s opinion on this and he stated that he did not agree with it and asked for a remedy of the situation.Sean Grannan of the Fraternal Order of Police #206 thanked Council and the Mayor for their great working relationship and introduced the new president Brian Bates. He thanked Council for their time and effort and stated he would like to meet with them.John Schmidt of Gloucester City asked the Mayor if the Emergency Management Council has met lately and if they have discussed consolidation. Mayor Mayer stated that they have not met in December and have not discussed consolidations, but have discussed ways to save money.

POLLING OF DIRECTORSMr. Cardis thanked Mrs. Evans and Mr. Garbowski for their service to the township.

POLLING OF COUNCILMrs. Evans thanked everyone for coming to the meeting. She thanked her family and friends and all those who stood by her. She thanked Mayor Mayer, and stated that it was because of him that she was sitting there. She thanked the Council members for helping her learn about government. She stated that she would like to see a recreation center in the southern end of town, as well as a light at Red Bud and full time kindergarten. She again thanked those who supported her and wished everyone a Happy New Year.Mrs. Gentek thanked everyone for coming to the meeting and wished Mrs. Evans and Mr. Garbowksi good luck.Mr. Mercado thanked everyone for coming to the meeting. He stated that he has worked on several committees with Mrs. Evans and he wished her well. He thanked Mr. Garbowski for his service and he also wished everyone a Happy New Year.Mr. Bianchini thanked the residents for coming to the meeting. He congratulated Mr. Garbowski for his years of service as well as Mrs. Evans. He stated whether they always agreed or not, four years of serving your community is commendable and he was grateful to Mrs. Evans.

Mr. Mercado made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.

Respectfully submitted,

___________________________ Rosemary DiJosieVice President of Council Township Clerk

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