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Motion to adjourn Closed Session LB/JH AIF Open to public LB/SB AIF Ms. Austin motioned to have Mr. Lozuke write letter to Mr. Rhodes for an equable solution to the Elm Street Pumping Station problem. DA/PK AIF Close to public LB/DA AIF ADJOURN LB/SB AIF 9:45 pm Minutes submitted,
Karen L. Sweeney, Acting Clerk Approved: June 26, 2008
Minutes of the Wenonah Borough Council WORK SESSION
CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue, Wenonah NJ. ROLL CALL Present – Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT OPEN: LB/DA AIF Gary Odenbrett asked if council if they would consider amending the limits to 24/7 (ordinance 2008-08 a 1 read april 24, 2008 “resident parking permit,”). Mr. Odenbrett also asked council to consider making a limit to physical structures; more cars for rentals; 16, 18, 20, 22 North West Ave.4 addresses and 2 physical structures. Council indicated that committee will meet to discuss. CLOSE: LB/DA AIF
BUSINESS Motion to Approve Ordinance #O-08-12 1st read “Exceed Municipal Budget Cap” DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-08-53 “Support Application for DOT Safe Routes to School Program” DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-08-54 “Introduce the 2008 Municipal Budget 1st read Read by title only” DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-08-55 “Change in Custodian and Monetary Amount of Petty Cash for Lake” DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-08-56 “Certifying Tax Levy associated with the Wenonah School District Budget” Brief discussion: Mayor Capaldi explained what took place at the School Budget meeting and where the cuts were made. Wenonah rate went down and National Park, Westville, Woodbury Heights went up. He explained that one cent is equal to $75,000. LB/DA Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Miscellaneous Mayor Capaldi spoke regarding a letter from Jack Sheppard Sr. he received in today’s mail. Mayor feels that Mr. Sheppard misunderstood the explanation that was given to him regarding the Tea 21 Grant. Motion to approve American Legion Parade Monday May 26, 2008 DA/LB AIF Clean Communities – Mr. Howard reported that there was a great turn out. 96 volunteers and $3100.00 will be disbursed for their contribution. (See Report) JIF UPDATE: Ms. Austin received a quarterly loss report and the loss ratio was high; a couple of claims were reopened. Dog/Cat census will be done this year and as the police are going around town we will make note of houses without house numbers so we can send out notices to the residents notifying them that they will need to have visible house numbers per ordinance. Ms. Berenato motioned to have Mantua Ave up to the 1st intersection, Poplar, blocked off for June 7 between the hours of 9-12:30 for Founders Day. SB/DA AIF Ms. Braun – Reviewed some issues regarding the public works building. Everything is progressing as planned. Just need to decide the best way to tie into the sewer. We will need 2 permits and we need to inform GCUA that we are coming into the system. Also, we were denied for the soil, limit of disturbance needs to be less than 5,000 square feet, which we fall into that exception. Dave is handling. Ms. Berenato asked the chief when next Municipal Alliance meeting will take place; May 15, 2008 OPEN TO PUBLIC: SB/LB AIF Mr. Odenbrett asked about
the yellow curbing in front of fire hydrant on Mantua Ave. in front of
Salon. Chief CLOSE TO PUBLIC: LB/DA AIF ADJOURN: LB/DA AIF 8:15 pm
Minutes Submitted,
Karen L. Sweeney, Acting Clerk
Approved: June 26, 2008
WENONAH BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES BUSINESS MEETINGMAY 22, 2008Call to order: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue Wenonah, NJ ROLL CALL: Present- Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Also Present; Brian Lozuke, Esq. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACTOpen to Public: LB/JH AIF Resident Hiede Kowalski 211 N. Clinton Ave expressed concern regarding safety issues with the property at 103 E. Buttonwood Ave. Resident was wondering if the property had valid permits and when construction was going to take place. Property has been sitting untouched for a long time. Brian Lozuke, Esq. indicated that our office is aware of this issue and had spoken to Mr. Kunkle (Wenonah Construction Code Official) the matter does not fall under the Borough of Wenonah, but under the Uniform Construction Code enforcement. While council is further investigating a new property ordinance, Mr. Lozuke will have Mr. Kunkle revisit the site and check on all pulled permits. Mayor Capaldi and Mr. Hausman indicated that there is a meeting with the City of Woodbury on June 4th.
Close to Public: LB/DA AIF Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-06 2nd Read “Amending Chapter 67 Passenger Loading and Unloading Zone” CH/LB Open public hearing LB/JH No Comments Close public hearing LB/DA Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-07 2nd Read “Amending and supplementing section 67-3.1 (B) Handicapped Parking Zones" CH/LB Open public hearing LB/PK No Comments Close public hearing LB/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-09 2nd Read “Handicapped Parking Zone Pursuant to Ordinance 2008-04 & N.J.S.A. 39:4-197.6 CH/LB Open public hearing LB/JH No Comments Close public hearing LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-10 2nd Read “Prohibiting Engine Braking” CH/PK Open public hearing LB/PK No Comments Close public hearing LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-11 2nd Read “Amending Salary Ordinance. DA/LB Open public hearing LB/SB No Comments Close public hearing LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-12 2nd Read “Exceeding Municipal Budget Cap” DA/LB Open public hearing LB/SB No Comments Close public hearing LB/DA Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of April 10, 2008 regular council meeting DA/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of Feb. 21, March 6, and April 17, 2008 Special Budget Meetings DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: Braun
(April 17th meeting only) Motion Approved COMMITTEE REPORTS Public Bldgs. & Grounds – Ms. Braun – Public Works site and Lake update; See attached committee report. Public Works - Mr. Kaeferle – See attached engineering report. No changes in Elm Street pump station. Still negotiating with Wenonah Meadows for the water allocation issue. Mr. Kaeferle discussed a possible grant that may help with the water allocation Mr.Kaeferle wanted Mr. Kreck to look into. Personnel – Mr. Howard – Nothing to report Public Safety – Mr. Howard – See attached police & fire reports Legal & Ordinance – Mr. Hausman – See attached committee report Ms. Braun spoke briefly regarding committee work and asked Mr. Hausman to be mindful of the budget regarding doing the leg work for the proposed property maintenance ordinance; most of the work was already done and not to reinvent the wheel. A housing official cannot be hired as previously discussed in the past, it is not warranted. Committees do the leg work, and then bring their findings to council and the combined planning board. Then after discussion among all parties the results are then presented it to the solicitor. Budget & Finance – Ms. Austin – See attached Treasurers report – also June 5th at 7pm adoption of the 2008 Budget. JIF update; Workers comp claims; frequency rate has gone down. Like to recognize Helen Hadfield for improving the Safety Program and Drew Sole as well for his excellent job site observation. Human Services – Ms. Berenato – Web site updates; Founders day update; see attached committee report. Mr. Kaeferle - Everyone should know that the borough used 1 million gallons less water from last year. BUSINESSDisbursements/RC DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Resolution No. R-08-48 “Fire Dept agreement” TABLED by Ms. Austin Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-57 “Approving Temporary Capital Budget” DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-58 “Approving Temporary Emergency Budget” DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-59 “Appointing Joseph Buono Fire Official 2008 from City of Woodbury” JH/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-60 “Appointing Stephanie Berenato as Rep. for Economic Development” DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-61 “Accepting and Adopting the JIF Loss Control Policy DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-08 1st Read “Resident Parking Permit” CH/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-13 1st read “Supplemental Bond Ordinance for Elm Street Pump Station $150,000.” DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-14 1st Read “Bond Ordinance for Improvement of Jefferson Avenue and Acquisition of Computer Equipment $237,000” DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-15 1st Read “Supplemental Bond Ordinance for Historic Transportation Building” DA/SB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved NEW BUSINESS Motion to approve Junior Fire Firefighter Kyle Black’s application: All in Favor Open to public: Dave speaks Mr. Kreck asked council to consider the proposal from Westfield architect regarding the train station, to have them do a walk through to see if there are any changes since the last time they were there over a year ago. The expense is between $600- and $1800. Also, Keenan Koehler, Eagle Scout wants to install small metal signs to identify storm water drains. He will fund raise to pay for them. Chief Glenn Scheetz – Click it ticket is in enforcement there will be zero tolerance. Ms. Braun had a few questions for Ms. Austin regarding the Loss Control Policy. Drew Sole wants permission from council to allow his fire department to do a drill on the public works site before it is demolished. All agree. Close to public: LB/PK ADJOURN: CH/PK 9:20 pm
Minutes submitted by
Karen L. Sweeney, Municipal Clerk
Approved: June 26, 2008
WENONAH BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES BUSINESS MEETINGJUNE 26, 2008
Call to order: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue Wenonah, NJ ROLL CALL: Present- Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Also Present; Barry Lozuke, Esq. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACTAgenda considerations: Table Ordinance 08-13 Elm Street Pump Station. Open to Public: LB/JH Drew Sole, Fire Chief introduced Joe Buono from the City of Woodbury as our Fire Official. Mrs. Sparks 105 E. Buttonwood gave Mayor and Council a petition from the residents indicating unrestricted use of accessory structures. They request to amend any current ordinances or create new zoning ordinances which would provide height limitations to accessory buildings; prohibit the construction of commercial warehouse accessory buildings (pole barns); provide clear codes for property usage, such as not allowing warehousing on residential lots; require zoning official to approve structures based on the current character of our town. Mr. Lozuke discussed zoning regulations and recommended a planning board planner. Mr. Kreck recommended his partner, Earl Hallowell . Ms. Braun made a motion to have Mr. Hallowell look at the height restriction and accessory buildings. Braun/Austin Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Resident Mrs. Sakoff 106 N. Synnott; asked council to look at and perhaps amend the ordinance for Trailers/trailer parks. She believes the ordinance is unclear. Council agreed. Resident Dr. Hapner 109 S. Jackson; asked about the out door fire pits; his neighbor apparently knows the law and when approached he takes the fire down to code. Resident is concerned because it is close to his property and wanted to know if anything could be done. Mr. Buono indicated that the code contains no rules or laws pertaining to these vessels. They are legal. Discussion ensued on fire pits. Perhaps council could look into a nuisance ordinance. Close to Public: LB/DA Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-08 2nd Read “Resident Parking Permit” DA/LB Open Public Hearing: LB/DA No comments Close Public Hearing: LB/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-13 2nd Read “Supplemental Bond Ordinance for Elm Street Pump Station $150,000.” TABLED Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-14 2nd Read “Bond Ordinance for Improvement of Jefferson Avenue and Acquisition of Computer Equipment $237,000” DA/LB Open Public Hearing: SB/LB No comments Close Public Hearing: LB/SB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-15 2nd Read “Supplemental Bond Ordinance for Historic Transportation Building” DA/LB Open Public hearing: LB/JH No comment Close public hearing: LB/DA Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of March 13, 2008 Closed Session DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of April 24, 2008 Regular & Closed Session DA/SB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of May 8, 2008 regular meeting DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of May 22, 2008 regular meeting DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of June 5, 2008 Special Budget meeting DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: Berenato
Motion Approved COMMITTEE REPORTS Public Bldgs. & Grounds- Ms. Braun - see report Attached- Change Lake hours to 12 – 8pm Motion to Approve Nature Club of Gloucester County to use the Train station for their monthly meetings DA/SB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Ms. Braun will reach out to the Triathlon group about cleaning up after use of Lake. Ms. Berenato inquired why they don’t pay a usage fee. Ms. Braun indicated that past council approved usage. Parking seems to be a problem as well. Ms. Braun indicated that these issues will be discussed at next committee meeting. Public Works- Mr. Kaeferle - see engineers report regarding all projects updates; public works site electric has been rewired. Currently looking for a new contract for the generator; going through different quotes. Putting bids packages together for Elm Street Pump station. Personnel- Mr. Howard - Patrolman Nick Dibaiso has resigned last day will be July 7, 2008. Public Safety – Mr. Howard – See attached police & fire reports Legal & Ordinance- Mr. Hausman – see attached report- committee and Mayor had a meeting with the City of Woodbury Construction Code Office regarding complaints on the turn around time on getting a permit; and a customer service issues. Other towns are experiencing the same complaints. Question came up as to whether we should update the ordinance chapter 63 Trailers/Trailer parks. Mr. Hausman indicated that he would look at other towns and meet with his committee. Budget & Finance- Ms. Austin read treasurers report (see attached). Ms. Austin requested Bowman (Auditors) do a water analysis study to determine our water rates and to come up with a water rate schedule. All council agreed. Human Services- Ms. Berenato – Nice turn out for Founders Day, it generated a lot of interest (See attached report)
BUSINESSMotion to approve Disbursements/RC DA/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-48 “Fire Company Agreement” JH/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-63 “Appointing Karen L. Sweeney as Registered Municipal Clerk” JH/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-65 “Awarding Contract to South State Jefferson Ave 2008 DOT” PK/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-66 “Approving Application to submit for DOT funds for 2009 project” PK/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-67 “Tax overpayment to Burger $2,279.00 Block 66.05 lot 6 DA/LB Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-68 “Tax overpayment to Barnes $2,581.18 Block 59 lot 6 DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-69 “Water overpayment to Coin $395.04 300 Seneca Dr Block 66.04/Lot 5” DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-17 “Cancel old outstanding checks” DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-16 “1st read Property Maintenance” CH/SB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-17 “1st read Amending Salary Ordinance” JH/DA Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-18 “1st read Amending & Supplementing section 45-7 police Probationary period” JH/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved MISCELLEANOUS Motion to approve Fire Truck Rides for the 4th of July LB/DA All in Favor Motion to approve Lions Club 4th of July parade LB/DA All in Favor Emergency Management update – Ms. Austin is requesting the Emergency Management Plan from Mr. Raggio, EMC, at the August 28th meeting. Mayor Capaldi believes that the plan has been approved by the state. Open to public: LB/SB Mr. Winkie wants to thank Councilman Hausman for all his hard work regarding new ordinances. Close to public: SB/DA Adjourn: SB/PK All in Favor 9:35pm Minutes submitted by
Karen L. Sweeney, RMC
Approved: July 24, 2008
WENONAH BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES BUSINESS MEETINGJULY 24, 2008
Call to order: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue Wenonah, NJ
ROLL CALL: Present- Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Also Present; Barry Lozuke, Esq. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACTOpen to Public: LB/JH Bill Schnarr; 307 E. Maple Street resident inquired about the signs that were put up on Maple Street by the County. Maple Street is a Borough Street not a County Road. Mr. Schnarr was concerned that the signs will increase the traffic down Maple Street. Chief Scheetz gave an explanation. Mr. Schnarr also inquired about putting more speed humps on Maple Street, the smaller removable one. Mr. Kaeferle indicated that he will check on the laws for humps vs. bumps; they may have changed. Jim Navins; 515 N. East Ave. Mr. Navins introduced Eagle Scout Bill Norris and asked council to please make themselves available to entertain Bill’s questions regarding his topic on a local issue. Don Sparks; 105 E. Buttonwood Street wanted an update on the accessory building changes. Mr. Kaeferle indicated that progress has been made and the Combined Planning Board will be working on it. Ms. Hogan; 301 N. Clinton Ave. Requested an update on the property maintenance ordinance. She wanted to know when it is passed what happens at 103 E. Buttonwood. Mr. Kaeferle indicated that even when the ordinance is passed nothing happens. The resident is still within legal rights to continue to build. He has not violated anything and it is not retroactive. Ken Asroff; 103 W. Willow Street wanted to know if his request to use the park in October is okay. Ms. Braun indicated that the committee met and he has permission to use the park as long as he leaves it in clean condition. Close to Public: LB/DA Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-16 2nd Read “Property Maintenance” CH/LB Open Public Hearing: LB/DA No comments Close Public Hearing: LB/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-17 2nd Read “Amending Salary Ordinance” DA/LB Open Public Hearing: LB/SB No comments Close Public Hearing: LB/DA Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-18 2nd Read “Amending & Supplementing section 45-7 police probationary period” LB/DA Open Public Hearing: LB/DA Mr. Howard gave clarification. Mr. Lozuke asked to hold until end of meeting. Motion to approve minutes of June 28, 2008 Regular Session LB/DA Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved COMMITTEE REPORTS Public Bldgs. & Grounds- Ms. Braun - see report attached- read a letter from resident Matthew M. Guilfoy asking the town to do our part and go green. Public Works- Mr. Kaeferle – There is a meeting regarding Wenonah Meadows on the water allocation on Monday with Woodbury Heights and the City of Woodbury as well. The borough used 3 million gallons lower from last year. The accessory structure and the 500 E. Maple Avenue request for parties will be addressed on Monday the next planning board meeting. See engineers report regarding all project updates. Personnel- Mr. Howard – Nothing to report. Public Safety – Mr. Howard – See attached police & fire reports Legal & Ordinance- Mr. Hausman – see attached report on Boats and RV parking. Discussion took place on other towns and some proposed ideas. Ms. Austin asked to have committee come up with a draft and present to council. Fire pits; See attached report. Budget & Finance- Ms. Austin read treasurers report (see attached). Human Services- Ms. Berenato –update on newsletter; Camp Wenonah Lake; Website; Calendar; Movie Night; Founders Day; see attached committee report. Ms. Berenato also indicated that clean communities money can be used to clean up graffiti. BUSINESSMotion to approve Disbursements/RC DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-71 “Appointing/reinstating Wayne R. Muhlbaier as 1st Class Patrolman” JH/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-72 “Approving Municipal Alliance Application for 2009” SB/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-08-73 “Authorizing acceptance of bid to Verizon Wireless” LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: Berenato
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-19 “1st read Amending Schedule of rates for sewer” DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Revisiting Ordinance 2008-18; Amending & Supplementing section 45-7 police probationary period. Mr. Lozuke added an additional sentence that said any person promoted shall not, during the probation period, acquire any right to status of tenure of such appointment and may be subject to demotion to the rank and position previously occupied, with or without cause. Open Public Hearing: LB/SB No comments Close Public Hearing: LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved MISCELLEANOUS JIF update Ms. Austin- 2008 midyear Safety Incentive Program; Wenonah scored 80 which bring us up to the Gold level of excellence, highest level of safety. Use of Borough Vehicles (policy book) Ms. Austin due to high gasoline prices sent out a memo to department heads indicating that she would like in writing justification from those employees that take a borough vehicle home as the policy manual states. Public works indicated that they will only take a vehicle home during winter months so in case of snow or ice they would be able to get to town early to start treating the roads. Drew Sole indicated that he needs his emergency equipment in the car and he lives in town. He only uses for emergency calls. Police Chief gets one in his contract however, the justification for the sergeant to take home his vehicle appeared not essential according to some of the council members. Long discussion ensued whether or not it was justifiable. Chief Scheetz explains his justification and believes that the second in command should have a borough vehicle. Ms. Austin expressed concern about the wear and tear on the vehicle. Ms. Austin motions not to accept the request of justification on the use of borough vehicle for the police sergeant Ms. Braun seconds the motion Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Kaeferle Nays: Hausman, Howard
Abstain: None Motion Approved Mayor Capaldi was concerned about the gas usage on the Fire Vehicles and asked Fire Chief Sole if he has to take out all fire vehicles to each call. Chief Sole indicated that it depends on what type of emergency and what dispatch dictates what type of call it is. Mayor Capaldi asked if they can perhaps get their gasoline through the City of Woodbury as do the police dept. Chief Scheetz explained that he gets his gasoline through the City of Woodbury at a lesser rate than the county. Expedition; Ms. Austin requesting public safety committee to investigate whether it would be cost efficient to sell the police expedition and go smaller. Open to public: LB/CH Bill Schnarr: 307 W. Maple Street resident asked council why spend $47,000 on another police vehicle when the expedition is paid off. Ken Asroff: 103. W. Willow resident suggests to council to go green and explore a windmill. Mr. Navins 515. N. East Ave resident asked why the police motorcycle has not been used for duty. Chief Scheetz explains his concerns on the use of the motorcycle. Close to public: SB/JH Adjourn: CH/PK All in Favor 9:25pm
Minutes submitted by
Karen L. Sweeney, RMC
Approved: August 28, 2008
WENONAH BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES BUSINESS MEETINGAUGUST 28, 2008
Call to order: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue Wenonah, NJ ROLL CALL: Present- Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Also Present; Barry Lozuke, Esq. Absent: Braun OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACTOpen to public CH/JH Mr. Chestnut, resident 103 E. Elm Street expressed to council that his mother was disappointed with regards to the Crown Pipeline/SJ Gas repairs to her property. They did not do a very good job. Resident Mr. Beviliqua offered to help and resident, Drew Sole gave Mr. Chestnut the number of his neighbor who works for SJ Gas. Perhaps neighbor can assist. Mr. Shast, resident Lenape Trail, gave a Shade Tree Commission update. The Commission has completed their annual assessment of tree health within the Borough. It took 34 man hours to complete. Please see report. Mr. Shast is continuing working on the Management Plan. Mr. Shast requested council allocate more money for tree removal as there are many tree hazards. Close to Public JH/DA Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-08-19 “2ND read Schedule of rates for sewer” DA/SB Open Public Hearing CH/DA No comments Close Public Hearing PK/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of July 24, 2008 Regular Session SB/DA Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved COMMITTEE REPORTS Public Bldgs. & Grounds – Mr. Kaeferle reported that the public works building was brought down on Wednesday August 27th. Public Works- Mr. Kaeferle reported that the 2008 Dot Jefferson Ave project was started. A change order will be requested to account for increases in the Asphalt Cement and Fuel Price Index. The amount of this Change Order will be determined upon delivery of the asphalt to the project and will reflect the difference in the Asphalt Cement and Fuel price Index, from the month that bids were received and actually delivered to the project. See engineers report for all other projects going on in town. Water usage for July was 9.351 million gallons as last years was 8.213 million gallons; 1.13 million gallons more than last year. Personnel – Mr. Howard - No report Public Safety – Mr. Howard – See attached police & fire reports. Gasoline usage for Fire Dept, Police Dept and Public Works Dept seems to be approximately one third more this year. We have vehicles and gas is being used. Legal & Ordinance – Mr. Hausman – see attached committee report. Committee reviewing draft of ordinance for RV and oversize vehicle parking. Suggestions would be welcome. Budget & Finance – Ms. Austin - See Treasurers report. The 2007 Audit of the Borough is complete. Council is asked to please review their copy before next council meeting and pay close attention to page 98. Need to approve by next council meeting. Human Services – Ms. Berenato – Founders Day community meeting at the Train Station is scheduled for September 29th at 7pm. All are welcome. Estimates for the calendar came in at a reasonable cost and all sponsorships will bring the total cost to the borough at a minimum. Senior Bus; Receiving mixed messages regarding the need to find out if there is a general interest from the senior citizens. What kind of outings and does it warrant us to find and hire a new bus driver? BUSINESSMotion to approve Disbursements/RC DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-2008-74 “Extending grace period for Tax payments” DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-2008-75 “2007 Corrective Action Plan” DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-2008-77 “Appointing special counsel, John Eastlack, Esq. for tax appeals” DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2008-20 1st Read Amending Bond Ordinance 2007-08 re-appropriate money from Elm Street Pump Station Bond Ordinance to the Wenonah Meadows Water/Sewer extension Bond Ordinance. In the amount of $ 61,382.90. DA/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2008-21 1st Read “Amending Sec 711 M of Land Use Ordinance” PK/CH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved MISCELLEANOUS Motion to approve applications for Rosanne Gies and Lillian Donahue as new Fire Company Members DA/JH All in Favor Jif Update – Ms. Austin - Fire Company to sign agreement with the Borough stating that the Fire Company Building can remain on our insurance policy with Bollinger as a separate policy. Emergency Management Coordinator update- Ms. Austin - The Emergency Management Plan has been approved by the state. Council is to look over the policy manual and get back with questions for Mr. Raggio at the September 28 council meeting. Mutual aid agreements – Mayor Capaldi asked Drew to explain the mutual aid agreements with the other towns. Green Acres Grant- Mr. Hausman and Phil Kaeferle met with Rich Dilks and Chuck Forsman to discuss the Green Acres Grant. Mr. Kaeferle did some research and found that this is not a windfall and it is basically a low interest loan and the borough would be responsible for 75% to pay back. The consensus was it would not be financially responsible for the borough to enter into this agreement without more research; we should proceed with caution and find out more information. Open to public SB/JH Mr. Forsman indicated that the Green Acres Grant is going to happen and the Environmental Commission will take their time. Close to public CH/JH Motion to approve Resolution No. R-2008-76 “Closed Session; Litigation” DA/PK Motion to come out of Closed Session DA/PK All in Favor ADJOURN DA/CH 9:05 pm
Minutes submitted,
Karen L. Sweeney, RMC Approved: Sept 25, 2008
Minutes of the Wenonah Borough Council WORK SESSION
CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue, Wenonah NJ. ROLL CALL Present – Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle OPMA OPEN TO PUBLIC: LB/DA NO COMMENTS CLOSE TO PUBLIC: LB/DA BUSINESS Motion to approve resolution # R-2008-78 Approval of 2007 Annual Audit DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to Approve Resolution # R-2008-79 Approval of Sewer Tap refund for 409 E. Maple Street DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Adjourn: LB/DA AIF 7:35
Minutes Submitted: Karen L. Sweeney, RMC Approved: September 25, 2008
Minutes of the WENONAH BOROUGH COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETINGSEPTEMBER 25, 2008
CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue, Wenonah NJ. ROLL CALL Present – Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle, also Barry Lozuke, Esq. Absent - Howard OPMA OPEN TO PUBLIC: LB/DA Resident Art Perry 302 N. Clinton wanted to know how the sewer bills were calculated and asked council if they would consider a different formula for people who are on fixed incomes and use less water. Ms. Braun and Mayor Capaldi indicated they will address in near future. Resident Mr. Campbell 12 N. Jefferson – questioned the yellow ribbons on trees. Ribbons are shade tree ID for future action. Resident Mr. Fincchiaro 405 S. Marion Ave. The resident owning the lot behind his house did work which created a draining issue; sweal nature flow of runoff. Mr. Fincchiaro went to zoning inspector, soil conservation to borough engineer. Dave Kreck looked at it and indicated not sure the borough can do anything. Solicitor Lozuke advised he go back to the construction code office for a grading plan, should be attached to the application look and compare to what you see. The borough has little authority over private property. Created changes of water from the result of what a neighbor did becomes a civil matter. Close to Public LB/ DA Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2008-20 2nd Read “Amending Bond Ordinance 2007-08 re-appropriate money ($61,382.90) from Elm Street pump station to Wenonah Meadows Water and Sewer utility extension improvements” DA/LB Open Public Hearing: LB/PK Comments: Mr. Navins wanted to know why combining the two projects. Close Public Hearing: LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2008-21 2nd Read “Amending Sec 711 M of Land Use Ordinance accessory buildings or structures “ CH/SB Open Public Hearing: LB/PK Comments: Ms. Braun concerned about the maximum 600ft size of a garage seems a little tight for a standard perhaps add more language to increase to 780. Close Public Hearing: LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of August 28, 2008 Regular & Closed Session DA/SB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: Braun Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of September 11, 2008 regular Session DA/SB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved COMMITTEE REPORTS Public Bldgs. & Grounds- Ms. Braun - Public Works Building waiting for permits. See attached lake activity report. Public Works- Mr. Kaeferle – See attached report also see attached engineers report on update on all projects in town. Mr. Kreck also added that they will be starting the CDBG project, WAA Bathroom. Personnel - nothing to report Public Safety – police & fire reports Ms. Braun reported for Mr. Howard: see attached reports Legal & Ordinance – Mr. Hausman – See attached report Budget & Finance – Ms. Austin – see attached treasurer’s report. JIF update; all council people should attend the elected officials meeting so we can get $250. Discount rate for each. Human Services – Ms. Berenato – See attached report BUSINESSMotion to approve Disbursements DA/CH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-2008-80 “Karen L. Sweeney Appointed as Municipal Housing Liaison for COAH” DA/LB All in Favor Motion to approve Resolution No. R-2008-81 “Authorize invitation of Bids for Elm Street Pump Station & Sanitary Sewer DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-2008-82 “Tax refund for Block 75 lot 7.03 Goodman for $776.06” DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution No. R-2008-83 “Approve the hiring of Public Work Laborer 1 Johnathan F. Aber” DA/LB All in Favor Motion to approve Resolution No. R-2008-84 “Authorizing bonus to seasonal lake employees” LB/SB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved MISCELLANEOUS Cell Tower- Solicitor Lozuke received 2 phone calls from cell tower representatives regarding interest in leasing space on the water tower perhaps by stacking them. As he wasn’t sure what the limitation is he will look at current zoning ordinance get back to council. Mayor Capaldi asked if the cell tower representatives were pursing other locations within Wenonah. Solicitor Lozuke indicated he will find out. Motion to approve Solicitor Lozuke to entertain cell tower representatives if there is no limit in present ordinance. Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: Berenato
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve new construction 124 Linden Street Block 4 Lot 27 Waiver of Sidewalks with understanding an escrow is posted based on linear footage calculated by engineer. DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Emergency Management Coordinator update: Mr. Raggio not available to report Open to public: LB/DA Close to public: LB/DA ADJOURN LB/CH All in favor 8:51pm Minutes submitted,
Karen L. Sweeney, RMC
Approved: Oct 23, 2008
WENONAH BOROUGH COUNCIL WORK SESSION
CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue, Wenonah NJ. ROLL CALL Present – Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Absent - Austin Open Public Meetings Act Agenda Considerations: Add miscellaneous to agenda; Ms. Braun Lake Association landscape presentation Kathy Howard, Beth Lombardo, Joan Perino Mrs. Howard – indicated that they came to show council what the long term plan for the Lake would be, Large project that address this as a nature area and what they are working towards. Mrs. Howard will leave the plan in the municipal building so everyone can view it. Ms. Braun motions to accept the long term plans to improve lake at no cost to the tax payers and very much appreciated. Mr. Kaeferele seconds All in Favor OPEN TO PUBLIC: LB/PK AIF No comments CLOSE TO PUBLIC: LB/PK AIF Business Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-85 “Inter-local agreement with Mantua disposal of leaves” Mr. Howard asked if the public works can adjust the leave pick up schedule by 3 weeks; Ms. Braun explained the change of equipment. Ken is aware of the issue. Discuss options with Ken. CH/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-86 “Emergency Resolution for installation water meters” CH/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-87 “Capital Budget Amendment” CH/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance #O-2008-22 “1st Read; Bond Ordinance providing for acquisition and installation of water meters. PK/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved New Business Mr. Kaeferle explained to council water rate analysis/connections fees that the auditors worked on as well as the water meter project. Committee went through each scenario, regarding size of pipe, how many gallons of water and committee wanted to stream line and come up with a flat rate minimum and tier the excess of that number. Also, regarding the connection fees and the Wenonah Meadows project, the auditors came up with a formula to help offset fees to our budget with an increase of a maximum of $2200. This is comparable to other towns. Mr. Kaeferle asked council to review their handouts and would like their input by next meeting. Regarding the water allocation issue, the City of Woodbury is being very accommodating and contracting is looking promising. This is huge news. MISCELLANEOUS Ms. Braun mentions the Bruce and Joanne Coin letter to everyone indicating a job well done by Ken and Laurie regarding the resident’s water problem. Ms. Braun would like council to consider making Park Avenue a one way street or park on one side of street and ask Dave Kreck for his recommendation. Mr. Kaeferle will talk to Dave to put together a rough estimate to address the problem. Ms. Braun would like to address the signage on Jefferson and Maple. Perhaps the county could put a larger stop sign at the intersection and or make it a four way stop street. Mr. Kaeferle indicated he will look to see what kind of sings are out there and address the signage with Dave Kreck. Ms. Braun
would like to address the comment that was made in the Gloucester County
Times. She stated that she felt it necessary because of the current council
members, only she and Tom were here in 2005 (the last time council approved
bonuses to employees). Ms. Braun explained that salary ordinances were done
with ranges which allowed flexibility in hiring and bonuses. This was legal
as long as the dollar amount did not exceed the range for that particular
position and, we did not exceed the ranges. The 2005 bonuses were based on
performance. She further explained that when Barry came on board in 2008
the salary range ordinance was changed to exact amounts. This means
additional advertising and attorney fees. Most towns do salary ranges. Ms.
Braun then stated she just wanted to make it clear that past administration
did not do any illegal activity; the auditors would have picked up on
something like that. If you are a representative of this town, make sure
you have all the facts. They can be easily checked through paperwork in the
files. Ms. Berenato informed council that the consultants from the County Economic Community development will be back on Wednesday for anyone who may have missed the first presentation. The invitation went out to all business owners. More information will be at the next meeting. Open to public: LB/CH Mr. Winkie asked Mr. Kaeferle if the water meter project will be long term or short term. This is a short term project. Close to public: LB/PK Adjourn: LB/PK AIF 8:12pm
Minutes Submitted Karen L. Sweeney, RMC Approved: December 11, 2008
WENONAH BOROUGH COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETINGOCTOBER 23, 2008
CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue, Wenonah NJ. ROLL CALL Present –Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Barry Lozuke, Esq. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACTOpen to public: LB/DA AIF Close to Public: SB/DA AIF Motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2008-22 2nd Read “Acquisition and installation of water meters.” PK/LB Open Public Hearing: LB/JH No comments Close Public Hearing: LB/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve minutes of September 25, 2008 Regular Session LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved COMMITTEE REPORTS Public Bldgs. & Grounds – Ms. Braun – public works site, Wenonah Lake; see attached report Public Works – Mr. Kaeferle – explained the proposed new water analysis for minimums and sewer connection fees. Mr. Kaeferle motioned to have Mr. Lozuke amend water usage ordinance to option 2 per the auditors recommendation; Ms. Braun seconded. Mr. Kaeferle motion to have Mr. Lozuke amend the sewer connections fee ordinance Ms. Braun seconds. Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved See engineers attached report for update on all projects. Personnel – Mr. Howard – no vacancies Public Safety – Mr. Howard - police & fire activity; see attached report Legal & Ordinance – Mr. Hausman - activity at the construction code office in Woodbury; see attached report. Budget & Finance- Ms. Austin – treasurer’s report see attached report Human Services- Ms. Berenato – update on Clean Communities, newsletter, calendar, economic development, movie night and senior bus; see attached report. BUSINESSDisbursements/RC DA/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Berenato, Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved MISCELLANEOUS Motion to appoint Gary Odenbrett to fill the term of Charles Miller, Shade Tree Commission till 2012. LB/CH AIF JIF Update- Ms. Austin - Don’t forget about the Elected officials dinner Dec. 2nd at Nicolosi’s, please attend and respond via email to Debbie. Employee bonus discussion – Ms. Austin stated that she wanted to follow up on the discussion from the last council meeting concerning employee bonuses and add to it the research she did with the CFO. Ms. Austin also mentioned Mr. Lozuke had also given his opinion. She then stated that the employee bonuses from 2002-2005 could be considered discriminatory as they were not applied to all employees. In addition, the chief of police, operating under a memorandum of understanding, was not entitled to the bonus. The public works laborers were not included in the bonuses, only the superintendent. Ms. Austin mentioned that the borough did not have a policy and procedure to support the bonus. The bonuses were based on performance; however, there were no performance sheets to support this. If all employees were not included, it was not fair and equitable. Ms Austin concluded that the previous administration’s actions along with Solicitor Lozuke’s comments, justify her statement that the bonuses were illegal; what was done. Banners- Mr. Kaeferle announced that we are no longer permitted to place horizontal banners on utility poles, only vertical ones, after a permit is obtained. It is a liability issue. He will try to come up with another option. Open to public: LB/DA Fire Chief Sole brought to Council’s attention a situation created by South State while repaving Jefferson Avenue. The fire hydrant is now unable to be used due to the paving being placed too far up on the hydrant. Engineer Dave Kreck will resolve the problem. Mr. Sole
also indicated that the Haunted Trail was a success. However, the Fire
official said the Lake Association will need to obtain a permit for next
year to be sure all required safety measures are followed. The Close to public: LB/DA AIF ADJOURN: LB/DA AIF 8:05pm
Minutes Submitted,
Karen L. Sweeney, RMC Approved: December 11, 2008
WENONAH BOROUGH COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETINGNOVEMBER 13, 2008
CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue, Wenonah NJ. ROLL CALL Present –Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Absent - Braun Barry Lozuke, Esq. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACTSwearing in new council person - Mayor Capaldi swears in James J. Navins Open to Public PK/JH Mr. Shast Lenape Trail, informed council that the new Italian market put shrubs in the clear zone. Mayor Capaldi indicated that he will have zoning check it out. Close to Public PK/JN COMMITTEE REPORTS Public Bldgs. & Grounds – Ms. Braun – Absent – Mr. Kaeferle reported; finalizing the plans for the handicapped bathroom for Lyle Field. Public Works building is in place and the water and sewer was tied into the borough system. Public Works and Engineer Report – Mr. Kaeferle (see attached report) also reported that the Borough’s water usage is 5 million gallons less than last year. The Borough is preparing to go out to bid on the new water meters project shortly. Borough Engineer, Dave Kreck, and Councilman Kaeferle are planning to inspect all the streets in the Borough to establish a road rating system to be proactive with regard to the streets needing resurfacing. He noted that perhaps the Borough can do more than one street a year, depending on the State DOT grant availability. Councilman Kaeferle also indicated he will seek out other towns with a leaf vacuum and look into possible entering into a shared service. Personnel – Mr. Howard- Nothing to report. Public Safety – Mr. Howard read police & fire reports; see attached reports Legal & Ordinance- Mr. Hausman – see attached report Budget & Finance – Ms. Austin – reads Treasurers report; see attached report Human Services – Mr. Navins – read Ms. Berenato’s committee report; see attached report Mayor Capaldi thanked Stephanie Berenato for all her work this past year. BUSINESSMotion to approve Disbursements DA/JH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-88 “Affirm civil rights policy” DA/JH Requirement for JIF Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-90 “Transfer of Budget Appropriations” DA/JN Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-91 “Approving an inter local agreement for Fire Official services with City of Woodbury” JH/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance #2008-23 “1st read Amending chapters 51 & 70 revised water and sewer connection fees” PK/DA Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance #2008-24 “1st read Revising rates for public water service” DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None
Abstain: Navins Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance #2008-25 “1st read Amending Ordinance 2005-11 collection of affordable housing development fees” DA/PK Mr. Lozuke explains this ordinance and how the law had various changes this past summer (Roberts Bill) A500 states that you have to collect half of the COAH fees when applying for a permit and the other half before the CO is issued. Any permits that were issued prior and closed out need not collect any fees. Fees could have been collected based on the 2005 ordinance that was in place. City of Woodbury would need to come up with these amounts for future compliance. Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: Navins
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance # 2008-26 “1st read requiring grading plans in the Borough of Wenonah” PK/CH Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance # 2008-27 “1st read Amending Salary Ordinance for Library Employees Only” DA/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance # 2008-28 “1st read Establish Parking Restrictions for Recreational Vehicles” CH/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved MISCELLANEOUS Motion to approve Philip J. Mastroeni Firemen’s application CH/PK All in Favor Open to public JN/PK Resident Ms. Capelli 101 w. Mantua Avenue asked for clarification on the new ordinance, from tonight, regarding parking restrictions for recreations vehicles. Mr. Hausman explained and gave her a copy of the new proposed ordinance. Resident John Berenato 516 N. Clinton asked for clarification on the new COAH rules. Mr. Lozuke explained the new ruling as of this past July 2007 3rd round rules A500 Bill. Resident Ken Asroff 103 W. Willow asked about the collection of the new COAH Fees as well as complaining about the City of Woodbury Construction Code office and their lack of customer service. Resident Mr. Murphy 107 N. Stockton Avenue asked about a letter from Councilwoman Braun to be read by the clerk. Clerk attempted to read letter from Councilwoman Braun in her absence. Motion to table the reading of the letter PK/JH Mayor Capaldi also indicated that it would be best if Ms. Braun to read her own letter and was here to defend herself. Roll Call: Ayes: Austin, Howard, Kaeferle, Nays: Hausman, Navins
Abstain: None Motion Approved Resident Mr. Murphy 107 N. Stockton indicated that he had a copy of the letter and he would like to read it. Several people in the audience wanted it read. See attached letter from Councilwoman Braun Mr. Kaeferle spoke, as well as Ms. Austin, and expressed their thoughts regarding the letter. Resident Jo Dominy 4 West Park Avenue, a former employee explained the bonus to council as it applied to her when she was employed by the Borough. Discussion ensued. Mr. Howard wanted to get a general consensus regarding a DARE Clothing Drop Box at the School. Resident John Eastlack offered some advice and will send over an ordinance that he did for another town. This was tabled. CLOSED TO PUBLIC PK/DA Motion to go into CLOSED SESSION DA/JN 8:53 Resolution #R-2008-89 “Closed Session” Motion to come out of CLOSED SESSION DA/PK OPEN TO PUBLIC DA/PK Motion to settle tax appeal Louis and Vicki McCall Block 66.01, Lot 1.01 to reduce 2008 assessment at $750,000 to $700,000 for 2009. CH/JH Roll Call Ayes: Austin, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None
Abstain: None Motion Approved CLOSE TO PUBLIC DA/JN ADJOURN DA/PK 9:18
Minutes submitted by,
Karen L. Sweeney, RMC Approved: December 11, 2008
WENONAH BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES BUSINESS MEETINGDecember 11, 2008
Call to order: 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Thomas J. Capaldi at the Wenonah Municipal Building 1 South West Avenue Wenonah, NJ ROLL CALL: Present- Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Also Present; Barry Lozuke, Esq. Absent - Austin
ROLL CALL OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACTMayor Capaldi gave recognition by proclamation to the Gateway Regional High School Girls Soccer Team. Open to Public: JN/CH AIF Linda Sakoff, 106 N. Synnott read letter (see attached letter) to council regarding the proposed Recreational vehicle ordinance. She felt it went off track and should not be passed tonight and to please revisit this matter again. Mayor Capaldi said they will review again and get to Ms. Sakoff for her own review. Ken Asroff, 103 West Willow, Asroff Construction, wanted to make Mayor and Council aware of an ongoing problem he and others have had with the length of time it takes the City of Woodbury’s Inter local Construction Office to process permits. Discussion followed; Council acknowledged the problem and mentioned to Mr. Asroff a plan was in works to improve the system. A suggestion was made to contact Bob Law to arrange a meeting between contractors and council regarding the timing of permits, as there has been so many complaints. It was brought up that perhaps the inter local could be disbanded and bring the permit process back into town. Council commented that it would not be cost effective. Close to Public LB/JN AIF The agenda was revised to proceed to Miscellaneous while Mr. Asroff was present, as the subject concerned the shrubs that are located in the clear zone area on South West Avenue at the Asroff Building. Mr. Asroff stated he purchased the shrubs to coordinate with those at the municipal building and they will not grow very big. He further explained he thought shrubs and mulch were a better landscape choice as he believes grass would not survive, due to foot traffic. Ms. Braun motion to waive the current ordinance to allow the shrubs to remain in the clear zone with an agreement from the owner to maintain the size and appearance of the shrubs and also maintain the mulch in the clear zone area by the Asroff Building. Mr. Navins seconds. Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve ordinance #2008-23 2nd read “Amending chapters 51 & 70 revised water and sewer connection fees” CH/PK Open Public Hearing LB/JN Close Public Hearing JN/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve ordinance #2008-24 2nd read “Revising rates for public water service” CH/PK Open Public Hearing CH/PK Close Public Hearing JN/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve ordinance #2008-25 2nd read “Amending Ordinance 2005-11 affordable housing development fees” CH/PK Open Public Hearing JN/LB Close Public Hearing LB/JN Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Ordinance # 2008-26 “2nd read requiring grading plans in the Borough of Wenonah” CH/PK Open Public Hearing LB/JN Close Public Hearing JN/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve ordinance # 2008-27 “2nd read Amending Salary Ordinance for Library employees only” CH/PK Open Public Hearing LB/JN Close Public Hearing JN/LB Motion to approve ordinance # 2008-28 “2nd read Establish parking restrictions for recreational vehicles” CH/LB Open Public Hearing LB/JN Close Public Hearing LB/JN Roll Call: Ayes: None Nays: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Abstain: None Motion Denied Motion to approve meeting minutes October 9, 2008 LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: Abstain Motion Approved Motion to approve meeting minutes October 23, 2008 LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle Nays: None Abstain: Navins Motion Approved Motion to approve meeting minutes November 13, 2008 LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: Braun Motion Approved Motion to approve meeting minutes November 13, 2008 Closed Session LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: Braun Motion Approved COMMITTEE REPORTS Public Bldgs. & Grounds – Ms. Braun reported the Public Works building heat is in place and the new water service was installed as well. Waiting for inspections. Public Works and Engineer Report – Mr. Kaeferle reported water usage for November year to date is 5 million gallons less than this time last year. Mr. Lozuke spoke about the WAA handicapped bathroom project. There is an April deadline to use the CDBG grant money for the bathroom at Lyle Field. Defer to Engineers report for update on all projects. (See attached report) Discussion on the Verizon Wireless installation at the water tower. Verizon has requested that Council verbally approve of the installation of certain landscaping improvements within Borough Right of Way and that Council specifies that a Maintenance Agreement be prepared and executed in order to designate that Verizon is responsible for the maintenance of any landscaping installed with in the Borough Right of Way. This is all contingent upon Verizon obtaining Site Plan Approval from the Planning/Zoning Board. Mr. Navins Motions to allow Verizon to put landscaping within the clear zone at the Buttonwood Water Tower, contingent upon Verizon obtaining Site Plan Approval from the Combined Planning Board. Ms. Braun seconds. AIF Roll Call: Ayes: Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: Braun Motion Approved Mr. Kreck indicated that the water interconnection needs to be wrapped up early next year with an inter local agreement with the City of Woodbury. Personnel – Mr. Howard – Nothing to report. Public Safety – police & fire reports (See attached police and fire activity reports) Still working on the Police Chiefs contract. Legal & Ordinance – Mr. Hausman (See attached report) Budget & Finance - Human Services – Mr. Navins read Ms. Berenato report. (See attached report) Mr. Navins also Thanks Ms. Berenato for a successful clean communities day.
BUSINESSMotion to approve disbursements LB/JN Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve resolution #R-2008-92 Determining positions eligible for Defined Contributions Retirement Program LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-93 Authorizing Tax appeal settlement on Block 66.01 & Lot 1.01 LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: Braun Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-94 Establish a Dedicated Trust by Rider for Developer Impact Fees LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-95 Authorizing Lease Agreement with Verizon LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-96 Authorizing Vacation Buy Backs JH/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-97 Transfer of Budget Appropriations LB/JN Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-98 Awarding contract to TSB Assoc. Inc. Elm St. Pump Station & Sanitary Sewer Extension Project in the amount of $278,928.25. PK/LB Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R- 2008-99 Authorizing escrow agreement for housing Trust Fund LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved Motion to approve Resolution #R-2008-100 Authorizing Federal Aid Agreement for Rehab of Train Station LB/PK Roll Call: Ayes: Braun, Hausman, Howard, Kaeferle, Navins Nays: None Abstain: None Motion Approved MISCELLANEOUS Buffalo Head, LLC Shrubs in the clear zone Discussed earlier in the meeting. Councilwomen Braun read a farewell letter thanking everyone for the opportunity to service eon council for the past 11 years. (See attached letter) Open to public JN/JH Helen Hadfield advised Mayor and Council that calendars are being delivered this weekend. Close LB/JN ADJOURN LB/JN 9:12pm Minutes approved: Jan. 22, 2009
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