2009-03-10 Regular Agenda Session Minutes

MARCH 10, 2009 - REGULAR MEETING Council President Wollert called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm and read the Open Public Meetings Statement: The notice requirements provided for in the “Open Public Meetings Act” have been satisfied. Notice of this meeting was properly given in a notice which was transmitted to the Times of Trenton and the Trentonian, filed with the Clerk of the Township of Ewing and posted in the Ewing Township Municipal Complex, all on the 2nd day of January, 2009. ROLL CALL ƒ ƒ ƒ ƒ ƒ

Mr. Cox – Present Mr. Murphy- Present Mr. Steinmann- Present Mr. Summiel – Present President Wollert- Present

Jack Ball, Mayor Dave Thompson, Administrator Mike Hartsough, Attorney Stephen Elliott, Municipal Clerk

STATEMENTS AND COMMENTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC FOR ITEMS ON THE AGENDA There were no comments. CONSENT AGENDA: The Clerk read the Consent Agenda: (Resolution #09R-55) 1. Authorization for the Chief Financial Officer to pay Township bills in the amount of $430,790.08. 2. Approval of minutes of the meeting of February 23rd, 2009 (Agenda), February 24th, 2009 (Regular) and March 2nd, 2009 (Special Meeting). 3. A Resolution authorizing the conduct of an off premise merchandise raffle sponsored by Greenwood House to be held on June 1, 2009. 4. A Resolution amending Resolution #09R-28/14 authorizing the conduct of an office premise 50/50 cash raffle sponsored by Prospect Heights Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. Mr. Steinmann moved the resolution, seconded by Mr. Murphy.

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Mr. Cox Mr. Murphy Mr. Summiel Mr. Steinmann President Wollert

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ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING, PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL ADOPTION 1. The Clerk read (Ordinance #09-04) AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A CODIFICATION AND REVISION OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF EWING, COUNTY OF MERCER, STATE OF NEW JERSEY; PROVIDING FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF SAID CODE; REPEALING AND SAVING FROM REPEAL CERTAIN ORDINANCES NOT INCLUDED THEREIN; ESTABLISHING A PENALTY FOR ALTERING OR TAMPERING WITH THE CODE; AND MAKING CERTAIN CHANGES IN PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED ORDINANCES (2009) The public hearing was opened and, there being no comments, then closed.

Mr. Steinmann moved the ordinance, seconded by Mr. Murphy.

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Mr. Cox Mr. Murphy Mr. Summiel Mr. Steinmann President Wollert

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2. The Clerk read (Ordinance #09-05) AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A CODIFICATION AND REVISION OF THE HEALTH ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF EWING, COUNTY OF MERCER, STATE OF NEW JERSEY; PROVIDING FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF SAID PORTION OF THE CODE; REPEALING AND SAVING FROM REPEAL CERTAIN ORDINANCES NOT INCLUDED THEREIN; ESTABLISHING A PENALTY FOR ALTERING OR TAMPERING WITH THE CODE; AND MAKING CERTAIN CHANGES IN PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED ORDINANCES (2009) The public hearing was opened and, there being no public comment, then closed. Mr. Summiel moved the resolution, seconded by Mr. Murphy.

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Mr. Cox Mr. Murphy Mr. Summiel Mr. Steinmann President Wollert

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NEW BUSINESS 1. The Clerk read (Resolution #09R-56) A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A NON-FAIR AND OPEN CONTRACT FOR ACCOUNTING SERVICES TO JOSEPH P. MONZO. Mr Steinmann moved the resolution, seconded by Mr. Cox. Council discussed the proposed resolution, with Mr. Summiel in particular being concerned about the lack of specifics in the contract as written. Of major concern was the time frame and the details of what duties the contractor would be performing. After discussion the resolution was continued to the next meeting. Mr. Thompson indicated that he would reach out to Council, develop a list of tasks and benchmarks, and have it all ready for the next meeting. President Wollert asked if the maker and seconder of the motion would rescind their actions and Mr. Cox demurred. Mr. Murphy then moved to table the discussion to a future date, seconded by Mr. Summiel. The motion to table was passed by voice vote, 4-1, with Mr. Cox voting NO. 2. The Clerk read (Resolution #09R-57) A RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE REVIEW AND DETERMINATION OF PROJECT FUNDING FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM. Mr. Summiel indicated that it was unfortunate that a representative from the grant administrator was not at the meeting since he was concerned about the application process under Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) guidelines. Mr. Hartsough indicated that the application pending was recommended for denial because it served persons outside of Ewing Township and the Ewing CDBG application has specifically targeted Township residents.

Mr. Steinmann then moved the resolution, seconded by Mr. Cox.

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3. The Clerk read (Resolution #09R-58) A RESOLUTION APPROVING PARTICIPATION WITH THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY IN A SAFE AND SECURE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM ADMINISTERED BY THE DIVISION OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY.

Mr. Murphy moved the resolution, seconded by Mr. Cox.

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COUNCIL REPORTS Mr. Summiel reported that TACT had met recently and had reviewed its previous meeting regarding students living off campus in rental properties. There will be further discussion to the point of getting the colleges more involved in educating students to the responsibilities involved with living in the general community. Mr. Steinmann reported that Community Days committee would begin meeting in April to prepare for the October Community Day. President Wollert noted that there had been a general meeting between ETRA and the Olden Avenue business community regarding the revised Redevelopment Plan and that it was generally well received. Mr. Steinmann added that the plan will be on the Planning Board agenda in April. Mr. Cox reported on attending a meeting sponsored by PSE&G regarding solar power and he will be providing the Township with additional information as it becomes available. STATEMENTS AND COMMENTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Don Apai (2191 Pennington Rd) commented on the manner in which the recycling was picked up. Administration was advised to discuss the matter with MCIA so that the carrier would pick up all recyclables and not leave some on the ground in their haste to rush through pick ups. Todd Roundtree (110 Crescent) made several comments about the improved web site, lack of signs for speed humps on Browning Avenue There being no further business President Wollert asked for a motion to adjourn. Mr. Steinmann so moved, seconded by Mr. Murphy. The meeting was adjourned at 7:52 pm.

________________________________ ______________________________ Kathleen Wollert, Council President Stephen W. Elliott, Municipal Clerk