FREDON TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 14, 2024
FREDON TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
This REGULAR MEETING of the Fredon Township Committee was called to order by Chairman Deitz at 7:00 P.M.
Chairman Deitz advised those present that this meeting was being held in compliance with provisions of P.L. 1975, Chapter 231, Sections 4 & 13, as noticed to the New Jersey Herald and Sunday Herald in January 2024.
ATTENDING: Ms. Corcella, Mr. Nichols, Mr. Plock, Mr. Deitz
ABSENT: Mr. Lazzaro
Chairman Deitz invited those present to participate in a flag salute.
CORRESPONDENCE: Upon MOTION by Committeeperson Plock, with second by Committeeperson Nichols, action was moved to waive reading of correspondence since list of same had been posted and copies made available for public inspection. All in favor. Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Mayor Deitz asked if anyone wished to have any items separated. No response.
* MINUTES OF TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING: January 24, 2024
* RESOLUTION 2024-31: Voucher Approval List CFO Certification
* RAFFLE LICENSES RA449 & RA450: Karen Ann Quinlan
Upon MOTION by Committeeperson Plock, with second by Committeeperson Corcella, action was moved to approve adoption of the Consent Agenda.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Corcella, aye; Mr. Nichols, aye; Mr. Plock, aye; Mr. Deitz, aye.
Motion carried.
VOUCHERS: Upon MOTION by Committeeperson Plock, with second by Committeeperson Nichols, action was moved to approve vouchers presented by
CFO, Kerri Womack.
Discussion was held about the process for expenditures.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Corcella, aye; Mr. Nichols, aye; Mr. Plock, aye; Mr. Deitz, aye.
Motion carried.
Claims are listed on the attached schedule, which is made a part of the minutes of this meeting as a supplemental record.
Discussion was held with Kerri Womack, CFO, about funding Phil Hardin Road since the grant received was $62,835.88 less than what was requested and needed to complete the project.
MOTION: Upon MOTION by Committeeperson Nichols, with second by Committeeperson Plock, action was moved for adding an additional $62,835.88 + $16,000 for design to the FY 2024 NJDOT Trust Fund Grant for Phil Hardin Road - Section I project budget.
ROLL CALL: Ms. Corcella, aye; Mr. Nichols, aye; Mr. Plock, aye; Mr. Deitz, aye.
Motion carried.
Discussion was held about the 2024 budget and planning for future capital expenses. Introduction of the 2024 Budget is scheduled for March 13, 2024.
MOTION: Upon MOTION by Committeeperson Plock, with second by Committeeperson Corcella, action was moved to approve training request by Patricia Carlson relevant to her position as Certified Tax Collector.
All in favor. Motion carried.
MOTION: Upon MOTION by Committeeperson Plock, with second by Committeeperson Corcella, action was moved to approve training request by Kerri Womack relevant to her position as Certified Financial Officer.
All in favor. Motion carried.
At this time, the meeting was opened to the public. With no public present for comment, the meeting was closed to the public.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Upon Motion by Committeeperson Plock, with second by Committeeperson Nichols, action was moved on a RESOLUTION (as annexed) to move into EXECUTIVE SESSION at 7:30 P.M. All approved. Upon motion by Committeeperson Plock, with second by Committeeperson Corcella, members of the Committee moved out of EXECUTIVE SESSION at 7:42 P.M. Mayor Deitz advised that a personnel matter was discussed. No decisions were made and the subject would be revealed at the appropriate time.
There being no further business before the Committee, upon Motion by Committeeperson Plock, with second by Committeeperson Corcella, this meeting was adjourned at 7:43 P.M. All approved.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne Boland, RMC
Municipal Clerk