REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
10:00 A.M.
A regular meeting of the North Wildwood City Council was held in the morning of the above date in the City Hall. The President of Council stated, “The meeting is now open. Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by posting a copy of the revised notice of the time and place of this meeting on the City Clerk’s bulletin board and by mailing a copy of the same to The Herald, The Press and Wildwood Leader on January 4, 2017.”
ROLL CALL: Present were Mayor Patrick Rosenello, President of Council Salvatore Zampirri, Councilpersons Edwin Koehler, Margaret Bishop, James Kane, David Del Conte, Kellyann Tolomeo and Joseph Rullo. Also present were City Administrator Kevin Yecco, Solicitor William Kaufmann and Engineer Ralph Petrella.
MINUTES: On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Kane, that the minutes of the regular meeting of September 5, 2017 be approved as read. Carried.
COMMUNICATIONS:
FIRE OFFICIAL LEWIS OSTRANDER
RE: Announcement of Retirement, effective November 1, 2017
CITY CLERK JETT read the following letter from Mr. Ostrander:
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On a motion by Kane, seconded by Tolomeo, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
ATLANTIC CITY ELECTRIC
RE: Notice of Public Hearing, Sept. 19
On a motion by Kane, seconded by Tolomeo, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
CLEAN OCEAN ACTION
RE: Annual Beach Sweep, Oct. 21
On a motion by Kane, seconded by Tolomeo, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: Mid-Atlantic Police/Fire Survivors Weekend, Sept. 29-30
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Bishop, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: Pennsauken Surf Fishing Tournament, Oct. 7
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Bishop, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: NJBBA Fall Fishing Tournament, Oct. 14
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Bishop, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: Trunk-or-Treat Halloween Party, Oct. 28
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Bishop, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
ANGLESEA IRISH SOCIETY
RE: Request to Amend Existing Application (State ABC Application #178995) – Location of Distribution Site at Irish Fall Festival, from Southeast Corner of Chestnut & Olde New Jersey Avenues to Northeast Corner
On a motion by Tolomeo, seconded by Kane, that the above application be approved and filed with the State. Carried, with Rullo abstaining.
APPOINTMENTS:
Recreation Department:
Margaret Carusi Recreation Aide 9/22/17
Vicki Rozanski Recreation Aide 9/22/17
Dave Richartz Recreation Aide 9/22/17
Sherri Davis Recreation Aide 9/22/17
On a motion by Kane, seconded by Tolomeo, the above temporary, part-time appointments be confirmed. Carried.
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SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
REPORTS:
CITY CLERK REPORT FOR AUGUST 2017:
Total monies collected for the Month:……………….…………………$ 64,966.62
Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer……….…………..…….$ 48,622.42
REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS REPORT FOR AUGUST 2017:
Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 850.00
Totals in NW for Month: Deaths -4- Marriages -4- Births -0-
FIRE DEPARMENT REPORT FOR JULY 2017:
Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer……………………...…….$ 24,839.84
Total Incidents and Inspections for the Month………………………… 1,345
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT REPORT FOR JULY 2017:
Detailing various projects and tasks performed by the Public Works Department
SHORE ANIMAL CONTROL REPORT FOR JULY 2017:
Total NW Calls for Month……………………………………………………………33
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Kane, that the above reports be received and filed as presented. Carried.
ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE NO. 1724 - On a motion by Tolomeo, seconded by Bishop, that Ordinance No. 1724 be placed on its second reading. Carried.
The City Clerk read Ordinance No. 1724 by its title, as required by Law, known as “An Ordinance Amending And Supplementing Chapter 174, Unfit Buildings, Of The Code Of The City Of North Wildwood“.
This Ordinance has been published according to Law, posted on the City Clerk’s bulletin board with copies available in the City Clerk’s Office on request.
The President of Council stated this was the time and place to hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1724 and asked if anyone present had any objections to the passage of this Ordinance. Hearing none, he then asked the City Clerk if he had received any objections in writing, the City Clerk stated none, the President of Council declared the hearing closed.
On a motion by Tolomeo, seconded by Koehler, that Ordinance No. 1724 be passed on its second reading and published according to Law, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared Ordinance No. 1724 duly adopted.
RESOLUTIONS:
# 220-17
RE: Appointing Fund Commissioner And Alternate Fund Commissioner For The Atlantic County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund
The above resolution was offered by Bishop, seconded by Kane, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 221-17
RE: Authorization To Advertise For Qualifications And Proposals For Various 2018 Professional Services Contracts
The above resolution was offered by Koehler, seconded by Bishop, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.
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# 222-17
RE: Exercising Option To Extend For One-Year Contract For Solid Waste And Recyclable Materials Collection Service With Choice Environmental Services Of New Jersey, Inc.
The above resolution was offered by Tolomeo, seconded by Kane, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted. Councilman Rullo stated that many businesses need extra pickups on Memorial Day Weekend; perhaps the last few days in May can be included in the bid specifications of the next contract. Administrator Yecco stated that the bidding process for a new contract will begin in mid-2018 and that certainly can be considered.
# 223-17
RE: Authorizing Emergency Sewer/Storm Drain Repairs On New York Avenue Between 24th And 25th Avenues
The above resolution was offered by Rullo, seconded by Del Conte, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 224-17
RE: Awarding 2017-2019 Trench Restoration Contract To GWP Enterprises, Inc.
The above resolution was offered by Kane, seconded by Koehler, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.
FINANCE/VOUCHER LIST:
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Bishop, authorizing payment of all approved vouchers. Carried. As per Resolution #11-17, all bills listed below be paid and warrants drawn by the proper officers for the stated amounts.
Check # / Check Date / Vendor Name / Net Amount43776 / 9/19/2017 / FRANK BASILE / 35.00
43777 / 9/19/2017 / GOLD MEDAL ENVIORMENTAL NJINC / 5,400.00
43778 / 9/19/2017 / LINDSAY B. BECHTLER / 35.00
43779 / 9/19/2017 / Blaney & Karavan, P.C. / 904.50
43780 / 9/19/2017 / Barker, Gelfand & James, PC / 575.00
43781 / 9/19/2017 / CAPE POWER EQUIPMENT, INC / 562.01
43782 / 9/19/2017 / CARLSEN GROUP INC, THE / 95.00
43783 / 9/19/2017 / PATRICIA CAFIERO / 299.52
43784 / 9/19/2017 / CAPE PROFESSIONAL BILLING, INC / 2,157.23
43785 / 9/19/2017 / CAPEHART & SCATCHARD, P.A. / 1,489.77
43786 / 9/19/2017 / ATLANTIC CITY ELECTRIC / 39,700.04
43787 / 9/19/2017 / CAFIERO & KAUFMANN / 1,255.50
43788 / 9/19/2017 / CTM MEDIA GROUP, INC / 1,302.00
43789 / 9/19/2017 / CEU NION / 89.00
43790 / 9/19/2017 / DEVO & ASSOCIATES / 4,598.65
43791 / 9/19/2017 / ELKS #1896 VETERANS FUND / 50.00
43792 / 9/19/2017 / ENVIROMENTAL & TECHNICAL SERV / 2,400.00
43793 / 9/19/2017 / EMR POWER SYSTEMS, LLC / 1,389.39
43794 / 9/19/2017 / MARGUERITE FUSCIA / 35.00
43795 / 9/19/2017 / ROBERT FREED / 2,800.00
43796 / 9/19/2017 / GREENBAUM ROWE SMITH DAVIS LLP / 12,986.42
43797 / 9/19/2017 / G.F.O.A. OF NEW JERSEY / 350.00
43798 / 9/19/2017 / GRASSY SOUNDS MARINA OPERATION / 205.02
43799 / 9/19/2017 / JOYCEMEDIA / 148.75
43800 / 9/19/2017 / W SCOTT JETT / 184.59
43801 / 9/19/2017 / J.BYRNE AGENCY / 832.00
43801 / 9/19/2017 / J.BYRNE AGENCY / 5,192.00
43802 / 9/19/2017 / JP MONZO MUNICIPAL CONSULTING / 50.00
43803 / 9/19/2017 / LOMAX CONSULTING GROUP, LLC / 282.55
43804 / 9/19/2017 / MICHELLE METTLER / 35.00
43805 / 9/19/2017 / MUNICIPAL CLERKS ASSOC OF NJ / 175.00
43806 / 9/19/2017 / MARSH & MCLENNAN INC / 6,000.00
43807 / 9/19/2017 / NEW JERSEY STATE LEAGUE OF MUN / 49.00
43807 / 9/19/2017 / NEW JERSEY STATE LEAGUE OF MUN / 1,650.00
43808 / 9/19/2017 / NJ DIV ALCOHOLIC BEV CONTROL / 72.00
43809 / 9/19/2017 / NORTH WILDWOOD BD OF EDUCATION / 585,555.67
43810 / 9/19/2017 / NEW HORIZON COMMUNICATIONS / 4,151.52
43811 / 9/19/2017 / ONE CALL CONCEPTS, INC / 88.75
43812 / 9/19/2017 / THE POLICE AND SHERIFFS PRESS / 17.49
43813 / 9/19/2017 / SOUTH JERSEY FASTENERS / 540.12
43814 / 9/19/2017 / SOUTH JERSEY GAS CO / 434.27
43815 / 9/19/2017 / TRIAD ASSOCIATES / 6,000.00
43815 / 9/19/2017 / TRIAD ASSOCIATES / 3,000.00
43816 / 9/19/2017 / TAYLOR OIL COMPANY / 12,468.50
43817 / 9/19/2017 / TRINITY CODE INSPECTIONS LLC / 15,045.00
43818 / 9/19/2017 / VAN NOTE-HARVEY ASSOCIATES / 104,852.20
43819 / 9/19/2017 / THE DEWEESE LAW FIRM / 985.36
43820 / 9/19/2017 / TED KINGSTON, INC. / 357.00
43821 / 9/19/2017 / CHRISTOPHER J.WINTER SR. / 2,250.00
43822 / 9/19/2017 / SHORE MEDICAL CENTER / 32.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 16.02
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 14.99
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 86.91
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 444.09
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 485.76
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,841.66
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,167.92
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 320.80
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 585.55
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 74.93
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 254.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 15.98
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 31.30
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 629.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 55.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 54.95
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 330.40
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 100.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 840.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 458.92
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 72.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 179.50
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 82.46
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 33.43
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 865.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 226.22
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,653.21
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,434.41
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,281.99
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 176.12
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 155.43
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 524.70
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,922.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 816.03
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / -18.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 5,274.20
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 120.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 305.80
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 60.02
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 186.90
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 5,951.51
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 348.50
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 463.30
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 4.32
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 80.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 225.95
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,785.93
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 109.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,526.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,098.26
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 43.99
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 95.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 289.57
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 68.90
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 999.45
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 10,977.55
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,589.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 600.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,056.54
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 40.66
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 3,305.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 602.10
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 875.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 180.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 6.42
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 58.23
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 580.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,680.75
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 83.99
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 40.63
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 126.10
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 4,244.71
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 185.25
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 351.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 1,388.22
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 40.00
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 55.60
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 2,259.60
43830 / 9/19/2017 / BANK OF AMERICA / 99.95
COUNCIL: