Mayor Sean Gray Called the Meeting to Order at Approximately 7:05 P.M

Shamong, NJ08088December 22, 2009

The Shamong Township Committee held an end of year and workshop meeting on the above date at the MunicipalBuilding.

Mayor Sean Gray called the meeting to order at approximately 7:05 p.m.

The Clerk stated please be advised that proper notice of this meeting has been given in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act in the following manner. Written notice has been faxed to the Burlington County Times, published in the Central Record and posted on the official website and bulletin board of ShamongTownship.

At this time Mayor Gray took a moment of silence for Bonnie Halfmann who was a life time resident and served as court recorder for the township for several years.

Mayor Gray recognized the Public Works Department for an outstanding job, as usual, in clearing the township roads after a snow storm.

Roll Call and)Mr. Sean GrayP

Absentees)Mr. Martin MozitisP

Noted)Mr. Christopher NormanP

Mr. James SchroederP

Mr. Jonathon ShevelewP

Mayor Gray opened the meeting to the public at which time Mrs. King noted that several senior citizens needed help during the snow storm and they did not know who to call. She wanted to know if possibly there could be a list made up of volunteers that these people could call in case of emergency. She also mentioned that sometimes the vents on the homes in trailer parks could get blocked during heavy snow storms causing carbon monoxide poison and thought this should be addressed. The Administrator stated that the Office of Emergency Management sent out an email to her, the EMS squad and fire company so they would be aware of the signs of that situation and know the vents should be cleared out. The Administrator stated the neighbors in her development help each other and Committeeman Schroeder stated the church helped some people who contacted them. Mayor Gray suggested some of the clubs at the high schools might be helpful if given a list they could contact people to see if they needed help. Mrs. King suggested putting something in the newsletter. Mrs. Phelan stated all cell phones work for 911 and there is a senior program to receive a cell phone. There being no further comments from the public the public portion of the meeting was closed.

On motion of Committeeman Schroeder, seconded by Committeeman Mozitis, it was moved to approve the November 24, 2009 minutes as submitted. A roll call vote showed all members present voting yes except Committeeman Gray who abstained.

On motion of Committeeman Schroeder, seconded by Committeeman Mozitis, it was moved to approve the bid from Pole Tavern Equipment Sales to purchase a John Deere 5085M Tractor and Alamo Interstater Flail Mower at a total cost of $64,325.00. A roll call vote showed all members present voting yes.

On motion of Committeeman Shevelew, seconded by Committeeman Norman, it was moved to approve the Pinelands Conservation Fund Application. A roll call vote showed all members present voting yes.

The Administratorreported she received an RFP/RFQ Package from each of the current professional firms that serve the township. After review of the contracts she and Committeeman Norman recommend the reappointment of the firms for services to be rendered in 2010.

On motion of Committeeman Shevelew, seconded by Committeeman Schroeder, it was moved to approve Resolution 2009R-94 Cancellation of Unexpended Funds. A roll call vote showed all members present voting yes.

On motion of Committeeman Mozitis, seconded by Committeeman Norman, it was moved to approve Resolution 2009R-95 Authorizing refunds of overpayment of taxes on block 5.06 lot 9.05 in the amount of $3,016.84 and block 9.02 lot 29 in the amount of $3,071.52. A roll call vote showed all members present voting yes.

On motion of Committeeman Schroeder, seconded by Committeeman Shevelew, it was moved to approve the attached Resolution 2009R-96 Authorizing cancellation of tax credits. A roll call vote showed all members present voting yes.

On motion of Committeeman Schroeder, seconded by Committeeman Shevelew, it was moved to approve the attached Bill List. A roll call vote showed all members present voting yes.

The Administrator reported on the following items; the Township Committee members and Township Administrator will attend an Elected Official Risk Management Seminar on January 28, 2010 hosted by the JIF and a $250 credit towards the 2010 liabilities premiums will be awarded for each attendee, the 2010 Budget packets will be sent out to Committee members by January 5, 2010, and a Peddler’s License was issued to Steven Arnold, a township resident, who plans to market his financial services of Edward Jones to township residents.

Mayor Gray opened the meeting to the public at which time Kathleen Phelan stated this is the first year there were no budget transfers. She also reported the CFO’s received a notice that the 2010 budget meetings will be March 1, 15, and 30, 2010. She feels there is no need for the Committee to have a lot of budget meetings scheduled in the beginning months of 2010 since the State will probably not have their budget approved until later in the year. Committeeman Mozitis noted on the traffic light at Tuckerton and Route 206 that he spoke with Jim Sweet and he recommended talking to the State Police for assistance. Committeeman Mozitis reported business from the Land Use Board, in that, Lynn Heinold was going to send a letter in reference to the recreation funding from builders. He also stated that Gary Vinciguerra and Jim Sweet are willing to be reappointed to the Land Use Board. Committeeman Mozitis stated he was asked to ask the Township Committee their position with COAH and Committeeman Norman feels until decisions are made with the new rules there can be no plan. Committeeman Mozitis reported it was in the newspaper that Governor Corzine is changing the Pinelands Commission appointees and has concerns on how that will impact us. Committeeman Mozitis reported the Land Use Board changed their meeting time to 7:30 p.m. and he thinks all meetings should be the same time to keep it less confusing and asked what the boards feelings were on this. Mayor Gray thanked the Committee for their service during the year and was sorry to see Committeeman Schroeder leaving. Committeeman Schroeder stated he enjoyed serving on the Committee and has learned a lot. Mayor Gray thanked the Administrator and CFO and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned.

Attest:

Susan D. Onorato

Municipal Clerk