FREDON TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES JULY 22, 2021
This REGULAR MEETING of the Fredon Township Committee was called to order by Committeeman Masi at 7:05 P.M.
Committeeman Masi 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 2021.
ATTENDING: Mr. Deitz, Mr. Lazzaro, Mr. Masi, Mr. Richardson
ABSENT: Mr. Flora
Committeeman Masi invited those present to participate in a flag salute.
CORRESPONDENCE: Upon MOTION by Committeeman Deitz with second by Committeeman Lazzaro, 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:
Committeeman Masi asked if anyone wished to have any items separated. No response.
* MINUTES OF TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETINGS: July 8, 2021
* REPORTS:
- Animal Licensing
- Board of Health
- Code Enforcement/Zoning
- Construction Department
- Fire Company
- Joint Municipal Court
- Recreation
- Tax Assessor
- Tax Collector
RESOLUTION 2021-51: APPROVING A CERTIFIED LIST OF ELIGIBLE VOLUNTEERS FROM THE FREDON TOWNSHIP VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY AND FIRST RESPONDER UNIT FOR PAYMENT OF LOSAP FUNDS TO VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISERS FOR DEPOSIT INTO LOSAP ACCOUNTS
RESOLUTION 2021-53: RESOLUTION APPROVING ADMINISTRATIVE CONSENT ORDER WITH THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Upon Motion by Committeeman Richardson, with second by Committeeman Lazzaro, action was moved to approve adoption of the Consent Agenda.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye; Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2021-54: MEDICAL OVERSIGHT AGREEMENT WITH ATLANTIC HEALTH SYSTEM
Upon Motion by Committeeman Richardson, with second by Committeeman Lazzaro, action was moved to approve Resolution 2021-54.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, abstain; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye; Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2021-51, 2021-53, 2021-54. as annexed, were introduced and passed at this Regular Meeting of the Fredon Township Committee
VOUCHERS: Upon Motion by Committeeman Richardson, with second by Committeeman Deitz, action was moved to approve vouchers presented by Patrick Bailey, CFO.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, 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.
ORDINANCE 2021-08: AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE OPERATION OF ANY CLASS OF CANNABIS BUSINESSES WITHIN THE GEOGRAPHICAL BOUNDARIES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF FREDON AND AMENDING ARTICLE V ENTITLED “GENERAL REGULATIONS” OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE TO INCLUDE NEW SECTION 550-43 PERTAINING TO SAME
Discussion and consideration of introduction and 1st Reading by members of the Committee. No public input will be held at this time. Public Hearing and final adoption are scheduled to be held at the Regular meeting August 12, 2021.
Upon Motion by Committeeman Lazzaro, with second by Committeeman Richardson, action was moved on ORDINANCE 2021-08.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye; Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2021-52: RESOLUTION REQUESTING APPROVAL OF ITEM OF REVENUEAND APPROPRIATION N.J.S.A. 40A:4-87 FOR A GRANT AWARD FROM THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT OF 2021, UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY CORONAVIRUS LOCAL FISCAL RECOVERY FUND
MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Lazzaro, with second by Committeeman Richardson action was moved to approve Resolution 2021-52.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye;
Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2021-55: NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OF LOCAL AID AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION OF AWARD STATE AID PROJECT Schifano Construction Corporation – Milling and Paving: $131,710.00
MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Richardson, with second by Committeeman Lazzaro action was moved to approve Resolution 2021-55.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye;
Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2021-56: NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OF LOCAL AID AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION OF AWARD STATE AID PROJECT Road Denville Line Painting – Line Striping: $5,455.97
MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Lazzaro, with second by Committeeman Deitz action was moved to approve Resolution 2021-56.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye; Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2021-57: NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OF LOCAL AID AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION OF AWARD STATE AID PROJECT Road Safety Systems – Guide Rail: $27,755.00
MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Richardson, with second by Committeeman Deitz action was moved to approve Resolution 2021-57.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye; Motion carried.
MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Lazzaro with second by Committeeman Deitz, action was moved to nominate Patrick Kenah for citizen of the Year.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye; Motion carried.
MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Deitz, with second by Committeeman Lazzaro, action was moved to approve training request submitted by Patricia Carlson related to her position.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye; Motion carried.
Discussion was held about lack of Civic Center Attendant applicants. The position will be readvertised
MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Lazzaro with second by Committeeman Richardson, action was moved to change the December 21, 2021 meeting to December 23, 2021. All in favor. Motion carried.
At this time, the meeting was opened to the public. There being no one present with comments the meeting was closed to the public
At this time, Committeeman Masi amended the order of the agenda for Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Deitz, with second by Committeeman Lazzaro, action was moved on a RESOLUTION (as annexed) to move into EXECUTIVE SESSION at 7:18 P.M.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Deitz, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye; Mr. Masi, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye; Motion carried.
Upon Motion by Committeeman Lazzaro, with second by Committeeman Deitz, members of the Committee moved out of EXECUTIVE SESSION at 7:42 P.M. Committeeman Masi advised that a matter regarding personnel 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 Committeeman Lazzaro, with second by Committeeman Deitz, this meeting was adjourned at 7:45 P.M. All approved.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne Boland RMC
Municipal Clerk