REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 21, 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 pro tempore 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 President of Council pro tempore Kellyann Tolomeo, Councilpersons Edwin Koehler, Margaret Bishop, James Kane, David Del Conte and Joseph Rullo. Mayor Patrick Rosenello and President of Council Salvatore Zampirri were not present. Also present were City Administrator Kevin Yecco, Solicitor Andrew Cafiero and Engineer Ralph Petrella.
MINUTES: On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Kane, that the minutes of the regular meeting of February 7, 2017 be approved as read. Carried.
COMMUNICATIONS:
NIC LONG, QPA
RE: 2016 P-Card Rebate
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Koehler, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
VAN NOTE-HARVEY ASSOCIATES
RE: NJDEP Application, 16th Avenue Park
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Koehler, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
SOUTH JERSEY GAS COMPANY
RE: Notice of Public Hearing, February 23
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Koehler, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: Fallen Hero Polar Plunge, February 25
On a motion by Bishop, seconded by Rullo, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: St. Patrick’s Day Parade, March 11
On a motion by Bishop, seconded by Rullo, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: Greek Independence Day, March 25
On a motion by Bishop, seconded by Rullo, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
REPORTS:
CITY CLERK REPORT FOR JANUARY 2017:
Total monies collected for the Month:………………… ……… ………$ 76,586.80
Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer……….………………….$ 69,805.20
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REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS REPORT FOR JANUARY 2017:
Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 686.00
Totals in NW for Month: Deaths -3- Marriages -2- Births -0-
FIRE DEPARMENT REPORT FOR DECEMBER 2016:
Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer……………… ……..…….$ 24,394.21
Total Incidents and Inspections for the Month………………………… 213
FIRE DEPARMENT REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2016:
Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer……………………..…….$ 450,297.10
Total Incidents Handled by the Department for the Year…………… 5,214
POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT FOR JANUARY 2017:
Total monies turned over to the City Clerk’s Office……………… …………..$ 323.20
Total Incidents Handled by the Department for the Month…………….. 2,669
RECREATION DEPARTMENT REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2016:
Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer……………………………. $150,148.87
Total # persons using Recreation Center….……………………………………….58,036
SHORE ANIMAL CONTROL REPORT FOR JANUARY 2017:
Total NW Calls for Month……………………………………………………………11
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Del Conte, that the above reports be received and filed as presented. Carried.
ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE NO. 1709 – On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Rullo, that Ordinance No. 1709 be placed on its first reading. Carried.
The City Clerk read Ordinance No. 1709 by its title, known as “Calendar Year 2017 Ordinance To Exceed The Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits And To Establish A Cap Bank (N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14)“.
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Bishop, that Ordinance No. 1709 be passed on its first reading and published according to Law, the City Clerk called the roll, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared Ordinance No. 1709 passed on its first reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 1710 – On a motion by Kane, seconded by Rullo, that Ordinance No. 1710 be placed on its first reading. Carried.
The City Clerk read Ordinance No. 1710 by its title, known as “An Ordinance Amending Chapter 322 Of The Code Of The City Of North Wildwood“.
On a motion by Kane, seconded by Rullo, that Ordinance No. 1710 be passed on its first reading and published according to Law, the City Clerk called the roll, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared Ordinance No. 1710 passed on its first reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 1711 – On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Del Conte, that Ordinance No. 1711 be placed on its first reading. Carried.
The City Clerk read Ordinance No. 1711 by its title, known as “Bond Ordinance Providing For Various Capital Improvements In And By The City Of North Wildwood, In The County Of Cape May, New Jersey, Appropriating $3,850,000 Therefor And Authorizing The Issuance Of $3,657,500 Bonds Or Notes Of The City To Finance Part Of The Cost Thereof“.
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Del Conte, that Ordinance No. 1711 be passed on its first reading and published according to Law, the City Clerk called the roll, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared Ordinance No. 1711 passed on its first reading.
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
PUBLIC HEARING:
The President of Council pro tempore stated this is the time and place to hold a public hearing on the adoption of the 2017 Budget for the Wildwoods Boardwalk Special Improvement District and asked if anyone present had any objections to the approval of the SID Budget. City Clerk Jett explained that the Boardwalk merchants pay a special assessment for the SID. The President of Council pro tempore then asked the City Clerk if he had received any objections in writing, the City Clerk stated none. On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Bishop, that the public hearing be closed. Carried. The President of Council pro tempore declared the hearing closed.
RESOLUTIONS:
# 72-17
RE: Adoption Of Budget Of The Wildwoods Boardwalk Special Improvement District
The above resolution was offered by Rullo, seconded by Kane, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 73-17
RE: Introduction Of 2017 Municipal Budget
The above resolution was offered by Koehler, seconded by Bishop, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted. Auditor Leon Costello explained that the budget process began a number of months ago. This budget funds necessary capital projects along with contractual obligations. Expenditures are $1.37 million under the spending cap and the tax levy is $1.24 million under the levy cap. There is an increase in the fund balance. This is a good budget for the City.
# 74-17
RE: Emergency Temporary Appropriation
The above resolution was offered by Rullo, seconded by Del Conte, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 75-17
RE: Authorizing City Clerk To Advertise For Bids For Two 2017 Chervolet Colorados Or Equivalent
The above resolution was offered by Rullo, seconded by Kane, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 76-17
RE: Authorizing Participation In State Of New Jersey Firefighter Certification Program
The above resolution was offered by Koehler, seconded by Bishop, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 77-17
RE: Refund For Overpayment Of Real Estate Taxes
The above resolution was offered by Bishop, seconded by Kane, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
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# 78-17
RE: Authorizing Return Of Balance Of Escrow Deposit – Finn
The above resolution was offered by Rullo, seconded by Bishop, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 79-17
RE: Authorizing Return Of Balance Of Escrow Deposit – Romano
The above resolution was offered by Rullo, seconded by Bishop, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 80-17
RE: Authorizing Person-To-Person Transfer Of Plenary Retail Consumption License #0507-32-023-009 From 5 O’Boyles, L.L.C. As Extended To Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee, To 2507 Delaware Ave. LL, L.L.C
The above resolution was offered by Koehler, seconded by Del Conte, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative with Rullo abstaining, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
FINANCE/VOUCHER LIST:
On a motion by Bishop, seconded by Rullo, 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 Amount |
| 42808 | 2/13/2017 | NJ STATE HEALTH BENEFITS PRGRM | 204,755.47 |
| 42809 | 2/13/2017 | CAPE MAY COUNTY TREASURER | 1,615,637.20 |
| 42810 | 2/21/2017 | ABS SIGNS | 363.00 |
| 42811 | 2/21/2017 | ASSOC OF C.T.A. OF C.M.C. | 155.00 |
| 42812 | 2/21/2017 | AMERIFLEX | 465.50 |
| 42813 | 2/21/2017 | BURLEIGH STORAGE | 4,200.00 |
| 42814 | 2/21/2017 | GOLD MEDAL ENVIORMENTAL NJINC | 3,433.00 |
| 42815 | 2/21/2017 | CMC LEAGUE OF MUNICIPALITIES | 500.00 |
| 42816 | 2/21/2017 | C.M.C.M.U.A. | 11,145.16 |
| 42817 | 2/21/2017 | CAMPBELL LOCK AND SAFE INC | 400.00 |
| 42818 | 2/21/2017 | CAPE MEDIATION SERVICES, INC. | 484.92 |
| 42819 | 2/21/2017 | CAPE PROFESSIONAL BILLING, INC | 1,544.72 |
| 42820 | 2/21/2017 | CAPEHART & SCATCHARD, P.A. | 9,206.84 |
| 42821 | 2/21/2017 | ATLANTIC CITY ELECTRIC | 39,443.25 |
| 42822 | 2/21/2017 | CAFIERO & KAUFMANN | 1,080.00 |
| 42823 | 2/21/2017 | COMCAST | 120.38 |
| 42824 | 2/21/2017 | CORELOGIC | 1,446.38 |
| 42825 | 2/21/2017 | COASTAL BROADCASTING SYSTEMS | 225.00 |
| 42826 | 2/21/2017 | NETCARRIER, INC. | 250.00 |
| 42827 | 2/21/2017 | DELL COMPUTER CORP. | 1,049.06 |
| 42828 | 2/21/2017 | LOU DE CECCO | 1,110.70 |
| 42829 | 2/21/2017 | DAVE GREENLAND | 1,500.00 |
| 42830 | 2/21/2017 | ENVIROMENTAL & TECHNICAL SERV | 346.00 |
| 42831 | 2/21/2017 | GPANJ | 100.00 |
| 42832 | 2/21/2017 | GREATER WILDWOOD CHAMBER OF | 650.00 |
| 42833 | 2/21/2017 | GTBM INC | 3.24 |
| 42834 | 2/21/2017 | JONACH ELECTRONICS, INC | 3,000.00 |
| 42835 | 2/21/2017 | J.P. BAINBRIDGE & ASSOCIATES | 2,015.00 |
| 42836 | 2/21/2017 | M V Engineering, LLC | 3,787.50 |
| 42837 | 2/21/2017 | MOBILE LIFTS, INC. | 10,696.00 |
| 42837 | 2/21/2017 | MOBILE LIFTS, INC. | 850.00 |
| 42838 | 2/21/2017 | MITCHELL HUMPHREY SOFTWARE | 1,910.00 |
| 42839 | 2/21/2017 | MUNICIPAL CAPITAL CORP | 524.00 |
| 42840 | 2/21/2017 | NORTH WILDWOOD BD OF EDUCATION | 574,623.00 |
| 42841 | 2/21/2017 | NJSACOP | 630.00 |
| 42842 | 2/21/2017 | NATHAN VAN EMBDEN | 3,240.00 |
| 42842 | 2/21/2017 | NATHAN VAN EMBDEN | 3,750.00 |
| 42843 | 2/21/2017 | NEW HORIZON COMMUNICATIONS | 4,149.35 |
| 42844 | 2/21/2017 | ONE CALL CONCEPTS, INC | 73.75 |
| 42845 | 2/21/2017 | POGUE INC. | 1,044.00 |
| 42846 | 2/21/2017 | PUBWORKS | 3,917.00 |
| 42847 | 2/21/2017 | JOE QUATTRONE | 4,350.00 |
| 42848 | 2/21/2017 | R&R SPECIALTIES | 784.00 |
| 42849 | 2/21/2017 | RICHARD & JENNIFER ROMANO | 341.90 |
| 42850 | 2/21/2017 | ROBERT G. FINN | 52.50 |
| 42851 | 2/21/2017 | SHORE COUNSELING, LLC | 643.12 |
| 42852 | 2/21/2017 | SOUTH JERSEY GAS CO | 9,039.61 |
| 42853 | 2/21/2017 | TACTICAL PUBLIC SAFETY | 4,636.50 |
| 42853 | 2/21/2017 | TACTICAL PUBLIC SAFETY | 4,636.50 |
| 42854 | 2/21/2017 | UNION ROOFING CONSTRUCTION INC | 2,200.00 |
| 42855 | 2/21/2017 | VITAL SERVICES GROUP | 1,500.82 |
| 42856 | 2/21/2017 | VAN NOTE-HARVEY ASSOCIATES | 227,148.67 |
| 42857 | 2/21/2017 | VERIZON | 14.02 |
| 42858 | 2/21/2017 | VALERIE DE JOSEPH | 3,215.56 |
| 42859 | 2/21/2017 | WILDWOOD GLASS CO., INC. | 238.40 |
| 42860 | 2/21/2017 | TED KINGSTON, INC. | 86.00 |
| 42861 | 2/21/2017 | WOODBINE RECREATION COMMISSION | 300.00 |
| 42862 | 2/21/2017 | XEROX CORPORATION | 958.24 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 16.04 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 51.59 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 193.68 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 172.06 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 490.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 2,615.28 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 1,510.07 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 94.20 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 3,642.25 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 308.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 8.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 1,761.15 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 705.52 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 2,077.54 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 129.99 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 853.04 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 232.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 225.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 709.64 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 158.77 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 15.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 15,504.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 73.50 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 335.33 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 30.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 73.81 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 90.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 32.49 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 102.25 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 86.81 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 89.97 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 88.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 117.74 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 1,155.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | -47.80 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 180.00 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 82.65 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 49.96 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 90.70 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 14.98 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 1,531.34 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 105.69 |
| 42866 | 2/21/2017 | BANK OF AMERICA | 284.99 |
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
COUNCIL:
COUNCILMAN KOEHLER stated that we have introduced a good budget. Koehler’s family lived on a cash-basis budget when he was growing up and the lessons learned can serve families and municipalities well.
PUBLIC: None.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Bishop, that there being no further business before Council, we do now adjourn. Carried. 10:20 AM
APPROVED:
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Kellyann Tolomeo, President of Council pro tempore
ATTEST:
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W. Scott Jett, City Clerk
This is a generalization of the meeting of February 21, 2017 and not a verbatim transcript.
