on tuesday, january 8, 2013, at 6:30p.m. the jackson township

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ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2013, AT 6:30P.M. THE JACKSON TOWNSHIP
COUNCIL HELD ITS (EXECUTIVE SESSION) MEETING IN THE
MUNICIPAL BUILDING
ROLL CALL:
COUNCILMAN BRESSI
ATTORNEY DENIS KELLY
COUNCILMAN CALOGERO
TOWNSHIP CLERK EDEN
COUNCILMAN NIXON
COUNCIL VICE PRESIDENT MARTIN – Arrived 6:39 p.m.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT UPDEGRAVE
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: ADMINISTRATOR TORRES
DENISE FLUCK (PERSONNEL MANAGER)
As Clerk of this meeting, I publicly announce that in compliance with the provisions of
the “Open Public Meetings Act” adequate notice of this meeting of the Jackson Township
Council has been advertised in the manner prescribed by law.
RESOLUTION 061R-13
TITLE: RESOLUTION FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION TO AUTHORIZE TOWNSHIP
COUNCIL TO ENTER INTO CLOSED DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING MATTERS
AS NOTED BELOW
MOTION TO APPROVE BY: CALOGERO
MOTION SECONDED BY: BRESSI
YES: BRESSI, CALOGERO, NIXON, UPDEGRAVE
ABSENT: MARTIN
WHEREAS, Section 8 of the Open Public Meetings Act permits the exclusion of
the public from a public meeting under certain circumstances; and
WHEREAS, this governing body is of the opinion that such circumstances
presently exist.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the
Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, and State of New Jersey, as follows:
1.
The public shall be excluded from discussion concerning the hereinafterspecified subject matter.
2.
The general nature of the subject matter to be discussed is as follows:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Personnel/Professionals: Salaries of Officials and Employees for
CY 2013
Litigation/Potential Litigation: Initiative Petition
Potential Land Sale/Land Acquisition:
Contracts/Agreements:
3.
It is anticipated that the subject matter discussed may be made public upon
its conclusion or final disposition.
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ANN MARIE EDEN, RMC
DATED: 1-8-13
TOWNSHIP CLERK
7:30 P.M. - RECONVENE PUBLIC MEETING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
COUNCIL PRESIDENT – Please extend your prayers to the Mayor and his family.
Jackson Township Council Meeting of January 8, 2013
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ROLL CALL:
COUNCILMAN BRESSI
COUNCILMAN CALOGERO
COUNCILMAN NIXON
COUNCIL VICE PRESIDENT MARTIN
ATTORNEY DENIS KELLY
TOWNSHIP CLERK EDEN
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: ADMINISTRATOR TORRES
As Clerk of this meeting, I publicly announce that in compliance with the provisions of
the “Open Public Meetings Act” adequate notice of this meeting of the Jackson Township
Council has been advertised in the manner prescribed by law.
PRESENTATION BY THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL – Council President Updegrave
thanked Councilman Bressi for doing an outstanding job leading the meetings as Council
President for 18 months. She presented him (as a friend and Co-Council) with a plaque as
he had led the meetings in a very proactive way and how he dedicated he service to
Jackson Township. Councilman Bressi expressed his pleasure working with Township
Clerk Eden and getting that extra foot to give more as being an elected official to do more
for the town. He thanked his wife and family for putting up with all the extra energy he
had to put into the 18 months as it was well worth it. He thanked Township Clerk Eden
for all her guidance.
COUNCILMAN BRESSI – Thanked everyone for coming out. He was thankful for the
plaque and the recognition.
COUNCILMAN CALOGERO – Thanked Councilman Bressi for all his dedicated
work and service as Council President.
COUNCILMAN NIXON – Happy New Year and he thanked everyone for coming out.
He echoed the comments raised for Councilman Bressi. It’s amazing to learn from
someone who has a tremendous amount of experience and dedication for public service.
He has been an amazing roll model for me.
COUNCIL VICE PRESIDENT MARTIN – Thanked all for coming out. Echoed the
Council Members comments on Councilman Bressi and it is a job well done.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT UPDEGRAVE – Thanked everyone for coming out. Thanked
Councilman Bressi for doing an outstanding job. Hoped everyone had a happy & healthy
New Year. The flu bug that is going around this year is horrible so please be as careful as
you possibly can.
ADMINISTRATOR TORRES - Expressed his gratitude to Councilman Bressi for a job
well done as Council President. On behalf of Mayor Reina and the entire staff, we are
thankful to the wonderful service you had rendered to the Township. Congratulations and
God speed.
Councilman Bressi stated to Administrator Torres that when he first came in as
Administrator he and others did not see eye to eye. We had a learning curve, but I could
have not found a better Administrator to work with. Your guidance, experience and depth
of experience was one of the great tools I had to work with. It was my pleasure to work
with you.
ORDINANCES, SECOND READING:
NONE AT THIS TIME.
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ORDINANCES, FIRST READING:
NONE AT THIS TIME.
PUBLIC COMMENT OPENED, RESOLUTIONS ONLY
NO ONE CAME FORWARD.
MOTION TO CLOSE PUBLIC COMMENT, RESOLUTIONS ONLY BY: MARTIN
MOTION SECONDED BY: NIXON
YES: BRESSI, CALOGERO, NIXON, MARTIN, UPDEGRAVE
RESOLUTION 066R-13
TITLE: APPOINTMENT CAROL BLAKE AS MEMBER OF THE JACKSON
TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL UTILITIES AUTHORITY
YES: CALOGERO, NIXON, MARTIN, UPDEGRAVE
NOT VOTING: BRESSI
WHEREAS, a vacancy will exist on the Jackson Township Municipal Utilities
Authority as of January 31, 2013; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 3, Section 149 of the Administrative Code of the Township
of Jackson provides for the appointment of members to the Jackson Township Municipal
Utilities Authority for a term of five (5) years; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of this Township Council to fill said vacancy.
Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey as follows:
1.
Carol Blake is hereby appointed as a member of the Jackson Township Municipal
Utilities Authority for a five (5) year term commencing February 1, 2013 and ending
January 31, 2018
2.
Appointee shall perform such duties and responsibilities as set forth by the State
Statute and the Municipal Code of the Township of Jackson.
3.
Certified copies of this Resolution to Municipal Administrator, Executive
Director Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority, appointee and any other
interested parties.
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ANN MARIE EDEN, R.M.C.
DATED: 1-8-13
TOWNSHIP CLERK
RESOLUTION 067R-13
TITLE: RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, OCEAN COUNTY,
NEW JERSEY AUTHORIZING RELEASE TO JEWEL RIDGE ESTATES, OF
THE PERFORMANCE BOND ISSUED FOR BLOCK 7, LOT 18.03
MOTION TO APPROVE BY: BRESSI
WHEREAS, Jewel Ridge Estates has requested the release of the Performance
Guarantee, which consists of a Performance Bond #S20149 issued by First Indemnity of
America Insurance Company in the amount of $91,857.24 and a Cash Bond in the
amount of $10,206.36, pertaining to Jewel Ridge Estates, a/k/a Block 7, Lot 18.03,
Jackson Township; and
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WHEREAS, Al Yodakis of T&M Associates, Township Engineer, has reviewed
and approved the release of said performance bond in letter report dated
December 19, 2012 which letter report is made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, the Township Council of the Township of Jackson has considered
the application and the report of the Engineer;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the
Township of Jackson, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey, that the Performance
Guarantee which consists of Performance Bond #S20149 issued by First Indemnity of
America Insurance Company in the amount of $91,857.24 and a Cash Bond in the
amount of $10,206.36, heretofore posted with the Township may and hereby is released.
This resolution of release is further contingent upon:
1.
Posting a Maintenance Bond with the Township in the amount of $12,757.95
subject to the review and approval of the Township Attorney. Said Maintenance Bond
shall run for a period of two (2) years; and
2.
This resolution of release is further contingent upon the applicant/developer
reimbursing the Township for the cost of any and all outstanding construction inspection
fees and the cost of any and all other charges as per Township ordinance for the release
of said performance guarantees.
3.
Copies of this resolution to Administration, Finance, Applicant/Developer,
Township Engineer, and the Department of Public Works, Attn: Connie Sidor.
The Mayor and Township Clerk are authorized to sign or issue any appropriate
documentation to give effect to the within resolution.
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DATED: 1-8-13
TOWNSHIP CLERK
RESOLUTION 068R-13
TITLE: RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, OCEAN COUNTY,
NEW JERSEY AUTHORIZING PURCHASES FROM APPROVED NEW
JERSEY COOPERATIVE PRICING SYSTEMS FOR CY 2013
WHEREAS, the Township of Jackson, as a contracting unit may, without
advertising for bids, purchase any materials, supplies, services or equipment under any
contract or contracts entered into by the NJ Division of Purchase and Property in the
Department of the Treasury, for such materials, supplies, services or equipment pursuant
to N.J.A.C. 5:34-7.29 and
WHEREAS, it is desirable for the Township to utilize these cooperative pricing
systems as needed and when it is in the best interest of the Township to do so; and
WHEREAS, purchases made utilizing cooperative pricing meet the requirements
of using a fair and open process; and
WHEREAS, the attached “Schedule A” listing represents cooperative pricing
vendors who were utilized in the past and may possibly be used in the current year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the
Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, does hereby authorize the
use of the listed cooperative pricing vendors when done so in the best interest of the
Township by way of executing a valid Jackson Township Purchase Order in accordance
with proper Purchasing procedures and practices.
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A copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Municipal Administrator, Chief
Financial Officer and Purchasing Department.
DATED: 1-8-13
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TOWNSHIP CLERK
RESOLUTION 069R-13
TITLE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASES FROM APPROVED OCEAN COUNTY
CONTRACT VENDORS FOR CY 2013
to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12; and
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WHEREAS, it is desirable for the Township to utilize these Ocean County
contracts as needed and when it is in the best interest of the Township to do so; and
WHEREAS, purchases made utilizing state contracts meet the requirements of
using a fair and open process; and
WHEREAS, the attached “Schedule A” listing represents state contract vendors
who were utilized in the past and may possibly be used in the current year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Township Council of the
Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey does hereby authorize the
use of the listed County contract vendors when done so in the best interest of the
Township by way of executing a valid Jackson Township Purchase Order in accordance
with proper Purchasing procedures and practices.
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DATED: 1-8-13
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TOWNSHIP CLERK
RESOLUTION 070R-13
TITLE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASES FROM APPROVED NEW JERSEY STATE
CONTRACT VENDORS FOR CY 2013
MOTION TO APPROVE BY: NIXON
MOTION SECONDED BY: CALOGERO
to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable for the Township to utilize these state contracts as
needed and when it is in the best interest of the Township to do so; and
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WHEREAS, purchases made utilizing state contracts meet the requirements of
using a fair and open process; and
WHEREAS, the attached “Schedule A” (also on file in the Township Clerk’s
Office) listing represents state contract vendors who were utilized in the past and may
possibly be used in the current year.
use of the listed state contract vendors when done so in the best interest of the Township
by way of executing a valid Jackson Township Purchase Order in accordance with proper
Purchasing procedures and practices.
DATED: 1-8-13
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TOWNSHIP CLERK
RESOLUTION 071-13
TITLE: AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF A ONE YEAR MAINTENANCE
CONTRACT FOR THE CAD SYSTEM TO ENFORSYS NJ, INC. IN THE
AMOUNT OF $35,120.00
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Safety has requested approval for the
award of a One Year Maintenance contract for the Police Department’s CAD System;
and
WHEREAS, Enforsys NJ, Inc., the vendor awarded the CAD System project, has
provided a proposal for the Police System Software Application Maintenance Contract;
and
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WHEREAS, the Mayor and Chief of Police have considered the need for an
annual maintenance contract for the CAD System; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor is requesting authorization to award and execute this
contract pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 (dd) (i.e. “Exceptions”); and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has certified that sufficient funding is
available for this purpose in the CY 2013 Temporary Operating Budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Council of the
award of an annual maintenance contract for the Police Department’s CAD System to
Enforsys NJ, Inc. with a properly executed purchase order.
A copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Township Administrator, Chief
Financial Officer, Chief of Police, Purchasing Department and any other interested parties.
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DATED: 1-8-13
TOWNSHIP CLERK
RESOLUTION 072-13
TITLE: AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT AGREEMENT
FOR CY 2013 ANNUAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE SERVICES CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON AND EDMUNDS ASSOCIATES IN
THE AMOUNT OF $20,160.00
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department has requested approval for the award of
a one year maintenance contract for the Township’s Edmunds System; and
WHEREAS, Edmunds & Associates, Inc., the vendor awarded the system
project, has provided a proposal for the CY 2013 Annual Support Maintenance Services
Contract; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Chief Financial Officer have considered the need for
an annual maintenance contract for this system; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor is requesting authorization to award this contract
pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 (dd) (i.e. “Exceptions”); and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has certified that sufficient funding is
available for this purpose in the CY 2013 Temporary Operating Budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Council of the
award of the CY 2013 Annual Support Maintenance Services contract for the Edmunds
System to Edmunds & Associates with a properly executed purchase order for a total
amount of $20,160.00.
A copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Township Administrator, Chief
Financial Officer, Purchasing Department and any other interested parties.
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DATED: 1-8-13
TOWNSHIP CLERK
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RESOLUTION 073-13
TITLE: AMEND TEMPORARY OPERATING BUDGET CY 2013
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:4-19, “ the governing body may
and, if any contracts, commitments or payments are to be made prior to the adoption of
the budget, shall by resolution adopted within the first 30 days of the beginning of the
fiscal year, make appropriations to provide for the period between the beginning of the
fiscal year and the adoption of the budget; and
WHEREAS, at the January 1st Reorganization Meeting, the Jackson Township
Council adopted Resolution number 053R-13 approving Temporary Operating Budget
CY 2013; and
WHEREAS, the total of appropriations so made shall not exceed 26.25% of the
total of the appropriations made for all purposes in the budget for the preceding fiscal
year excluding in both instances, appropriations made for interest and debt redemption
charges capital improvement fund and public assistance; and
WHEREAS, a typographical error was made for the appropriation on line item
20-112 when a sum of nine thousand dollars ($9,833.33) was inadvertently included in
Salary & Wage instead of Other Expenses; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the
Township of Jackson, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey, as follows:
1. That the Township Council of the Township of Jackson does hereby approve
the Amendment to the Temporary Operating Budget CY 2013, a copy of
which is attached hereto as Schedule “A”.
2. That the Township Clerk shall send an executed copy of this resolution to the
Administrator, Chief Financial Officer and Auditor.
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TOWNSHIP CLERK
DATED: 1-8-13
BILLS AND CLAIMS:
MOTION TO APPROVE BILLS AND CLAIMS BY: BRESSI
MOTION SECONDED BY: MARTIN
CHECK#
VENDOR
AMOUNT
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THE FOLLOWING IS A CORRECTION FOR THE HANDICAPPED
FUND LISTED ABOVE ON PAGE 3 –
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THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF CHECKS THAT HAD TO BE
REPRINTED IN THE CAPITAL FUND –
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CONSENT AGENDA, ONE VOTE FOR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING
RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION 062R-13
TITLE: AUTHORIZE TAX OVERPAYMENT REFUNDS
WHEREAS, it has been determined by the Township Tax Collector that the
taxpayers as indicated on the attached Schedule “A” are entitled to overpayment refunds,
and;
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Township Council to have these overpayments
returned to the respective taxpayers;
Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, that:
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1. The Tax Collector is hereby authorized to make overpayment refunds in the
amount shown and to the taxpayers, as appears on Schedule “A” which made apart
hereof.
2. Copies of this Resolution to the Tax Collector.
TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON
OVERPAYMENT REFUNDS
Resolution 062R-13
January 8, 2013
BLOCK
LOT
NAME
YEAR-QTR
999
999
Silverstein, Sandra
2012 – 3rd
$ 194.58
4001
18
Hotchkin, Rebecca
2012 – 4th
922.98
10107
6
Pouliot, Jennifer
2012 – 4th
1,110.71
11601
4
Page, Russell Jr & Barbara
2012 – 4th
305.70
11601
40
Barrios, Richard & Nuria
2012 – 4th
409.64
12201
9
Pushko, John C
2012 – 4th
711.55
12907
2
Clayton, Marcus & Dawn
2012 – 4th
413.00
14501
1.11
Reed, Stephen & Vivian
2012 – 4th
1,627.22
15801
65
Haley, Patrick J & Evans, Dori
2012 – 4th
1,387.88
15801
101
Coy, Neysa & Campanell, Marc
2012 – 4th
301.62
18201
63
Verbovsky, Gregory & Yelena
2012 – 4th
1,548.88
19904
33
Grena, William & Barbara
c/o Michael I Schneck, Trustee
2008 – 4th
interest
348.33
72.91
21401
31
Deschenes, Keith & Holly
2012 – 4th
458.87
21801
18
Berman, Michele
2012 – 4th
514.68
23108
23
Furnback, Thomas & Annette
2012 – 4th
307.98
703
7
Corelogic Real Estate Tax Services 2012 – 4th
1,500.00
6901
19
1,880.56
17302
5
2,390.24
Total:
DATED: 1-8-13
AMOUNT
$16,407.33
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TOWNSHIP CLERK
RESOLUTION 063R-13
TITLE: APPROVE JACKSON TOWNSHIP COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF
DECEMBER 26, 2012
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YES: BRESSI, MARTIN, UPDEGRAVE
ABSTAIN: CALOGERO, NIXON
WHEREAS, official Minutes of Jackson Township Council meetings have been
prepared; and
WHEREAS, the Township Clerk has reviewed these Minutes and has submitted
them to the Town Council for their approval;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Town Council of
the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, that;
1. The following Minutes are hereby approved by the Jackson Township
Council:
DECEMBER 26, 2012
2. Copies of this resolution to any interested parties.
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DATED: 1-8-13
TOWNSHIP CLERK
RESOLUTION 064R-13
TITLE: AUTHORIZE THE PREPARATION, ADVERTISEMENT AND
ACCEPTANCE OF RFP’S FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, Jackson Township has a need to provide Emergency Medical
Services to the residents of Jackson; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law
(N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.), the solicitation of public bids for said services is required;
and
WHEREAS, the Township of Jackson desires to solicit proposals for the services
of a contractor provide Emergency Medical Services for the purpose of a obtaining the
best service and value for the residents of the Township.
Purchasing Agent to solicit proposals for said services as stated above, in accordance
with New Jersey State Law.
A copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Township Administrator,
Director of Public Safety, and Purchasing Department.
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DATED: 1-1-13
TOWNSHIP CLERK
RESOLUTION 065R-13
TITLE: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OFFICIAL DEPOSITORIES AND
AUTHORIZED MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS TO SIGN CHECKS FOR
DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2013, AND TO UPDATE
SIGNATURES AND BANKING INFORMATION
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WHEREAS, under the provisions of state regulations (N.J.S.A. 40A:5-1) entitled Local
Fiscal Affairs Law, the Township of Jackson in accordance with N.J.S.A.40A:5-l4 hereby
establishes Legal Depositories for public monies for the calendar year 2013. Further, recent
amendment to N.J.S.A. 40A:5-15.1 entitled “Securities, which may be purchased by local units”
provide added flexibility to secure high yield investments while safe guarding municipal assets.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Township Council of the
Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, as follows:
l. The following banks or institutions approved by the Department of Banking and
Insurance under the Government Unit Depository Protection Act (GUDPA) or other authorized
investment vehicles authorized by the State of New Jersey are hereby designated as official
depositories of Township funds for the calendar year 2013:
A. Ocean First
B. New Jersey Cash Management Fund
2. Authorized signatories herewith described below are established by appointing
Resolution and/or Salary Ordinance as approved by the Governing Body. Effective authority for
authorized signatories will be established on or about January 8, 2013, nun pro tunc. Wire or
electronic transfer of municipal funds for the purpose to meet payment obligations (Eg.
investments, payroll, debt service, vendor, state & federal taxes) are hereby granted to the Chief
Financial Officer or assistant subject to ratification by the Governing Body.
3. Disbursements from all checking accounts except as otherwise noted herein shall be
signed by any two (2) of the following four (4) authorized individuals to include at minimum
each check to bear one original signature. The Mayor and President of the Council may designate
a facsimile signature as subject to approval:
Mayor, Michael Reina
President of the Council, Ann Updegrave
Municipal Administrator, Jose Torres
Chief Financial Officer, Sharon Pinkava
Authorized Checking Accounts:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
J
K.
L.
M.
N.
O.
P.
Q.
Current Fund
xxxxxxx0013
Capital Fund
xxxxxxx0021
Parks & Recreation
xxxxxxx0047
Dog Fund
xxxxxxx0062
Public Assistance
xxxxxxx0070
Handicap Trust Fund
xxxxxxx0138
General Trust Fund
xxxxxxx0054
Payroll Account
xxxxxxx0039
Open Space Trust Fund
xxxxxxx0302
Affordable Housing 3rd Round
xxxxxxx2571
Developers Fees-COAH Trust Fund
xxxxxxx2589
Builders Escrow
xxxxxxx1535
Capital (Investment Fund)
xxxxxxx0768
Current (Investment Fund)
xxxxxxx0750
Section 125 Trust
xxxxxxx4247
Credit Card Clearing Account
xxxxxxx4403
Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Program xxxxxxx4411
4. All disbursements from the Jackson Township “Tax Collector Trust” checking
account (Account No. xxxxxxx0088) shall be made by checks signed by any one (l) of the
following three (3) individuals:
A. Tax Collector, Michael Campbell
B. Chief Financial Officer, Sharon Pinkava
C. Administrator, Jose Torres
5. All disbursements from the Jackson Township Court General checking account
(xxxxxxxx0161) and the Jackson Township Court Bail checking account (xxxxxxx4536) shall be
made by checks signed by any two (2) of the following four (4) individuals:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Municipal Court Judge, Daniel F. Sahin
Municipal Court Administrator, Erin J. DiCristina
Clerk, Camille Elluzzi
Deputy Court Administrator, Cheri Borzek
6. Any disbursement checking accounts not specifically authorized by this resolution
shall be considered null and void. All funds in said accounts shall be immediately transferred into
the Current Fund account. Any individual attempting to establish or use an unauthorized account
shall be subject to criminal prosecution as provided for by law and/or disciplinary action as
provided by Administrative Code.
7. It is the policy of Jackson Township to maximize its investment earnings potential
while preserving capital in secured investment programs authorized by the State of New Jersey’s
Fiscal Affairs Law. The governing body of Jackson Township permits the Chief Financial
Officer to:
a) Secure State and Local approved interest bearing checking funds protected
through collateralized securities authorized by the Government Unit Depository Protection Act.
b) Promote a diverse authorized Investment program approved by the State of
New Jersey as subject to market conditions through various bank and agency acquisitions to
include:
Guaranteed bonds and obligations of the United States of America
Government Money Market Funds
Any Federal Agency or Instrumentality authorized by Congress
Jackson Township Board of Education Bonds or Obligations
Obligations permitted by the Division of Investments
Local Government Investment pools (E.g. NJ Class, NJ/ARM)
New Jersey Cash Management Fund
Authorized Repurchase Agreements
All municipal investments will meet rigid State and local standards to protect Jackson
Township’s taxpayers. Investments will be selected based upon a criterion to include guarantee
as to the preservation of the principal, liquidity and maturity management to ensure cash
conversion for needed municipal expenditures.
8. Certified copies of this resolution to Municipal Administrator, CFO, Auditor, all
Department Heads and any other interested parties.
DATED: 1-1-13
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TOWNSHIP CLERK
DISCUSSION AGENDA:
1. COUNCIL PRESIDENT UPDEGRAVE –
a. Resolution urging Government Officials to increase the reimbursement
rate from 75% to 90% for expenses incurred to “Restore the Shore” – A
resolution was forward by Plumsted Township urging Government Officials
at the State and Federal levels to increase the reimbursement rate from 75% to
90% for expenses incurred to our shore. A good portion of New Jersey is the
coast and a great portion of our coast was devastated. In my estimate, 75%
doesn’t even come close to putting a dent in the damage. Council agreed and a
resolution will be prepared for January 22nd.
b. Budget Workshop sessions – When the Department Heads put their budget
together, they propose their capital expenditures to run the town efficiently
and effectively. Council President Updegrave asked Administrator Torres to
explain when the budget might be forwarded to Council for their input.
Administrator Torres explained Administration is prepared to conclude its
budget preparation no later than the end of February so we may schedule our
sessions by the 2nd week of March. Council President Updegrave asked
Council if they prefer to spend a few Saturdays or to schedule these meetings
at night. We do not want to stop the regular order of business as there are
many meetings that go on in Town Hall at night. Council suggested splitting it
up to a Saturday and evenings. Township Clerk Eden asked Council if it was
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their intention to have the workshops after budget introduction? Council stated
yes. Council President will confer with Township Clerk Eden to schedule
those dates so not to intrude with the other scheduled meetings. These dates
will be discussed at the January 22nd meeting.
2. COUNCILMAN BRESSI –
a. Amend Chapter 244 entitled Lane Use and Development – Article IV,
titled “Non-Pinelands Area Zoning District Regulations” – This was discussed
at the Planning Board with an unanimous vote and also supported very high
by our professionals. Adding in the commercial zones stipulation for a
conditional use for gas stations. An applicant had come in with a good site for
an application and we would have been spot zoning and it would have not
been legal. We found a couple of locations in town and the only thing that
would change would be that the ordinance would be adding automobile
service stations, gas stations, situated on a property with a minimum lot size
of 3 acres located at a signalized intersection on a County or State road with
300 foot of frontage. There are 5 areas in town that meet that requirement.
Looking at the new Master Plan, the professionals feel this will be viable to
the Master Plan. Council agreed and it will be put on the January 22nd Agenda
for first reading.
3. ADMINISTRATOR TORRES
a. Ordinance establishing the salaries for all of the various officials and
employees of the Township of Jackson CY 2013 – The ordinance will be
prepared for the January 22nd meeting.
b. Renewal – dog licenses – Advertising in the newspaper, as well as the
cable site, reminding the public that all dog license renewals are due in
January.
c. Grant application at the request of the Environmental Commission –
Seeking authorization to apply and accept a Grant from the Geraldine Dodge
Foundation in support of the Environmental Commission that involves
innovative initiatives for the community. Councilman Bressi stated the
Environmental Commission’s Chairman, Gene Fowler, found this Grant. With
all the talk about being at the headwaters for the Barnegat Bay, any Grant
money would come in handy for that. I would like to give Mr. Fowler kudos
for finding this Grant. A resolution will be prepared for the January 22nd
meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT, ANY TOPIC
ANNA LAROTONDA, ST. BARNABAS HEALTH CARE SYSTEM – She explained
that “hope and healing” is a State program established through St. Barnabas Health Care
and presented brochures. The program is designed to assist those who are experiencing
stress due to Superstorm Sandy and to help with direction or resources. It is an
anonymous State run program with a hotline number. Council President Updegrave
thanked her for her time and for bringing the program to their attention.
RAY SCHLECKSER – 35 BOXWOOD DRIVE – We have a landlord who ignores
Article 86 and she has increased the rent on 9 people by $125, which is $99 more than
permitted. Councilman Martin asked what the Rent Leveling Board stated since he
brought this to their attention? Mr. Schleckser stated it couldn’t be discussed since it is in
litigation with the Township & the Rent Leveling Board. If those people appear before
the Rent Leveling Board they will lower their rent. There have also been promises of
repair throughout the park before Superstorm Sandy and now there are many more
required repairs. Since she started running the Rent Leveling Board, the landlord owned 9
out of 80 units and now she owns 23 units. No one can sell their homes because the rents
are too high. You can’t get real estate brokers to come in because the realtor’s
commission is more than you can get for the home. Today the average selling price of a
home is $3000 - $5000. I bought my home 5 years ago and it cost $32,000.
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What Mrs. Greenberg pushed forward is working well for the landlords but not for the
tenants. Councilman Martin stated that his park is the only one we are having this
problem with. We are in litigation once I found out how the Ordinance is being applied.
Mr. Schleckser stated that as a member of the Rent Leveling Board, the Board doesn’t
find out these increases until about a year later when they file for their rent increase. They
are violating Article 5.8 & Article 5.15 under Article 86. Councilman Martin asked why
are the residents of the park waiting so long to tell them what’s going on? Mr. Schleckser
stated this was brought up a long time ago and Mr. Kelly was going to look into some
things for me. I bring it up here and at the Rent Leveling Board so both sides are covered.
He stated they are trying to apply it the same way in other parks. Councilman Martin
stated then we would be in litigation with them as well. Attorney Kelly confirmed that it
is in litigation so the Council can’t raise certain points, however there are other issues.
Mr. Schleckser asked if he could he put in a complaint to Code Enforcement regarding
the increase in rents? Attorney Kelly stated no as the rents have specific jurisdiction with
the Rent Leveling Board but the other issues can. Mr. Schleckser asked Councilman
Martin if they are having a Mobile Park Advisory Committee? He replied they just did
their appointments and the committee should be meeting soon.
BRADLEY & JENNIFER GAGNON – 645 ELTONE ROAD – Discussed the cell
tower planned for Eltone Road. The proposed cell tower is less than 200 feet from our
home. It was brought up at the Planning Board and a continuance issued because Verizon
is asking for 9 variances. Are you aware we have a lease agreement signed by the Mayor
on January 24, 2012? Councilman Bressi advised we are aware of it. He addressed
Attorney Kelly and mentioned that Township property is involved. Since it is a live
application now, no one on this dais can answer it. Attorney Kelly stated that an open
application before any Board is best the application would be continued at the Board. We
are the most directly affected by the cell tower where is would be 200 feet from our
home. We will be on our honeymoon and will not be able to attend that meeting. We
have 60 residents against the cell tower, but we are the spokespersons for the group. Can
the Council have this meeting postponed?
Councilman Bressi stated the applicant would have to agree to the postponement. This
Council cannot do anything. It wouldn’t hurt, in my opinion, to re-state this to the
Planning Board. The applicant can notify the Zoning Board, through the Zoning Officer,
that the master opponent is not available going forward. It would be ethical that the
applicant does carry it. The applicant has to agree to waive the time. Councilman Bressi
stated if someone reads a letter that you wrote into the record, it cannot be read into the
record, as you must be there in person. The best way to deal with this is through the
Zoning Officer. Council President Updegrave feels it would be best to follow up with a
phone call.
Mr. Gagnon stated the lease agreement contains maps which we believe are misleading
and it is a misrepresentation of the site. How can we file a grievance on that regard?
Attorney Kelly stated that information should be brought up to the Board. Councilman
Calogero suggested giving the information to the professionals as well. Mrs. Gagnon
stated they were made aware that this was a conditional use variance, which was
described to us as the Township had approved that lot. The Township was actually the
one that said to Verizon this is a good spot. How did the lot come before the Township?
Councilman Bressi stated most likely the Township Engineer looked at the various
Township properties and then made his recommendation. Mrs. Gagnon’s concern is that a
continuance was given so that Verizon could come back and say there is no other “good”
Township land. Councilman Bressi explained to be in front of the Zoning Board you need
a hardship or variance. There is no entitlement to an applicant at a Zoning Board. They
are there because they are not entitled to and there is no guarantee that they are entitled to
anything. In a Planning Board, they are meeting the requirements and there may be some
waivers.
Mr. Gagnon asked about the compost facility which comes up on the 24th regarding the
swap of 2 acres. Does Council have an opinion on that issue as it falls within 2000 feet of
this proposed site? Administrator Torres explained there was a hurtle including Camp Joy
and he would reach out to T & M for a date. The State House Commission meets twice a
year and it is a timely procedure. Mr. Gagnon stated they are hoping it gets approved first
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and then it could be an ideal site for the cell tower. Councilman Calogero recalled part of
the application problem was not so much the site location but a servicing area problem.
Councilman Bressi feels it’s the same service area. Councilman Calogero stated the
applicant has a right to be heard and if we delay it too far, then the judge can rule in favor
of it with the Zoning Boards approval.
SHARI WILLIAMS – 4 COLUMBINE DRIVE – Her friend pays taxes directly to the
Township and in the last 2 years she has had a catastrophic health issue, dealt with
unemployment and bankruptcy. She fell behind, is trying to make partial payments and
has been denied for those payments. She has been turned away and that is unacceptable.
Partial payments are a big thing for someone who might be stuck in a tough situation. Is
there something quirky in the Tax Collector’s office or is there an Ordinance? I would
like to have someone check into it. Councilman Martin suggested Council look into it.
STUART GINSBERG – 1 GORHAM COURT – Asked for an update on whole house
generators. Councilman Bressi stated by the next meeting we would have the final input
by the professionals. It looks like the professionals recommendation will be to keep the
Ordinance the same and it will be on a case-by-case basis. Mr. Ginsberg asked if the $900
escrow would be required or waived? Councilman Bressi stated we need to wait to the
22nd for that information. Council President Updegrave asked Administrator Torres to
make sure he has the information available at for the January 22nd meeting.
MOTION TO CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING ON ANY TOPIC BY: MARTIN
MOTION TO ADJOURN BY: MARTIN
8:28 P.M.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
__________________________________
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TOWNSHIP CLERK
AME/df

on tuesday, january 8, 2013, at 6:30p.m. the jackson township

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