A regular meeting of the North Wildwood City Council was held in the afternoon 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 March 2, 2016.”
ROLL CALL: Present were Mayor Patrick Rosenello, President of Council pro tempore Kellyann Tolomeo, Councilpersons Edwin Koehler, Margaret Bishop, James Kane, David Del Conte and Joseph Rullo. President of Council Salvatore Zampirri was not present. Also present were City Administrator Kevin Yecco, Solicitor William Kaufmann and Engineer Ralph Petrella.
MAYOR ROSENELLO stated that with the promotion of Dominick McClain to Fire Chief, an opening for the position of captain exists. Michael Blizzard began as a volunteer in 2002 and was hired full-time in 2004. For 14 years he has made a commitment to the City and has been in the forefront of education and training to become a better firefighter. Michael was among the first firefighters in the Nation to be trained at the Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, MD. The Mayor then asked Council to approve the appointment of Michael Blizzard to fill the vacant captain’s position in the Fire Department.
Fire Department:
Michael Blizzard Captain 11/1/2016
On a motion by Kane, seconded by Bishop, the roll being called with all voting in the affirmative, the above appointment was confirmed. Blizzard was sworn-in to his new position by the City Clerk and a five-minute recess was called by the Mayor.
MINUTES: On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Rullo, that the minutes of the regular meeting of October 18, 2016 be approved as read. Carried.
COMMUNICATIONS:
NJ TRANSIT
RE: Notice of Public Hearing, November 9
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Rullo, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
MUNICIPAL EXCESS LIABILITY JIF
RE: Notice of Annual Risk Management Seminar, November 16
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Rullo, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
MUNICIPAL EXCESS LIABILITY JIF
RE: 30th Anniversary Informational Brochure
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Rullo, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
ATLANTIC COUNTY MUNICIPAL JIF
RE: Notice of 2017 EPL Deductible and Co-Insurance
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Rullo, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
STATE OF NEW JERSEY DEP
RE: America Recycles Day, November 15
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Rullo, that the above correspondence be received, accepted and filed. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: Burn-the-Bird Turkey Trot, November 26
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Del Conte, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: Elks Bonfire on the Beach, December 2
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Del Conte, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
SPECIAL EVENT
RE: Christmas Tree Lighting, December 2
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Del Conte, that the above special events application be approved. Carried.
APPOINTMENTS:
Recreation Department:
James Sullivan Recreation Aide 11/2/2016
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Kane, the above seasonal appointment be confirmed. Carried.
Anglesea Fire Company:
Andrew Raniszewski Volunteer Firefighter 11/2/2016
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Kane, the above appointment be confirmed. Carried.
Public Works Department:
Dennis Uhl Public Works Repairer 11/1/2016
Richard Redmer Laborer 11/1/2016
On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Kane, the roll being called with all voting in the affirmative, the above appointments were confirmed.
ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE NO. 1706 – On a motion by Bishop, seconded by Kane, that Ordinance No. 1706 be placed on its second reading. Carried.
The City Clerk read Ordinance No. 1706 by its title, as required by Law, known as “An Ordinance Amending Ordinance 360, As Amended And Codified In Section 292-4 Of The Code Of The City Of North Wildwood, Pertaining To Mercantile License Fees“.
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 pro tempore stated this was the time and place to hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1706 and asked if anyone present had any objections to the passage of this Ordinance. Hearing none, she then asked the City Clerk if he had received any objections in writing, the City Clerk stated none, the President of Council pro tempore declared the hearing closed.
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Kane, that Ordinance No. 1706 be passed on its second reading and published according to Law, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared Ordinance No. 1706 duly adopted.
ORDINANCE NO. 1707 – On a motion by Rullo, seconded by Del Conte, that Ordinance No. 1707 be placed on its first reading. Carried.
The City Clerk read Ordinance No. 1707 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 $4,000,000 Therefor And Authorizing The Issuance Of $3,800,000 Bonds Or Notes Of The City To Finance Part Of The Cost Thereof“.
MAYOR ROSENELLO stated that this ordinance will provide funding for the reconstruction of W. 17th Avenue, storm water improvements under New York Avenue, reconstruction of the parking lot at Spruce and Olde New Jersey Avenues, repairs to the area near the Greek Church parking lot, rinse-off showers from 16th through 24th Avenues, and the street end of 16th Avenue near the Boardwalk. Various grants have been received to help offset the costs of these projects. This ordinance will also provide funding for the Buildings, Parks & Grounds Department to take care of repairs and maintenance for City buildings, and a $500,000 emergency fund for emergency repairs that are necessary after storms, etc.
On a motion by Kane, seconded by Rullo, that Ordinance No. 1707 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. 1707 passed on its first reading.
RESOLUTIONS:
# 209-16
RE: Refund For Overpayment Of Real Estate Taxes
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.
# 210-16
RE: Authorizing Approval Of Change Order #1 – Final & Payment Certificate #6 – Final – Reconstruction Of West Pine Avenue
The above resolution was offered by Kane, seconded by Koehler, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 211-16
RE: Appropriation Transfers During Last 2 Months Of Fiscal Year According To 40A:4-58
The above resolution was offered by Koehler, seconded by Rullo, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 212-16
RE: Authorizing An Emergency Appropriation Pursuant To N.J.S.A. 40A:4-48 For Capital Improvement Fund
The above resolution was offered by Kane, seconded by Del Conte, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council pro tempore declared the resolution duly adopted.
# 213-16
RE: Authorizing City Clerk To Advertise For Bids – Various Projects
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.
FINANCE/VOUCHER LIST:
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Bishop, authorizing payment of all approved vouchers. Carried. As per Resolution #11-16, all bills listed below be paid and warrants drawn by the proper officers for the stated amounts.
Check # | Check Date | Vendor Name | Net Amount |
42356 | 10/31/2016 | NJ STATE HEALTH BENEFITS PRGRM | 188,841.77 |
42357 | 11/1/2016 | ATLANTIC CTY MUNICIPAL JIF | 150,101.00 |
42358 | 11/1/2016 | ASPHALT PAVING SYSTEMS, INC | 24,337.32 |
42358 | 11/1/2016 | ASPHALT PAVING SYSTEMS, INC | 376,570.30 |
42359 | 11/1/2016 | ALUMNI GRILL | 98.00 |
42360 | 11/1/2016 | AT&T | 103.04 |
42361 | 11/1/2016 | SEASHORE ASPHALT CORP | 1,745.00 |
42362 | 11/1/2016 | BOARDWALK SID MGMT CORP. | 13,750.00 |
42363 | 11/1/2016 | BOARDWALK BASKETBALL CLASSIC | 1,000.00 |
42364 | 11/1/2016 | GOLD MEDAL ENVIORMENTAL NJINC | 37,482.00 |
42365 | 11/1/2016 | BARBER CONSULTING SERVICES | 633.75 |
42366 | 11/1/2016 | CHARELS DOUGHERTY | 1,259.98 |
42367 | 11/1/2016 | CAPE POWER EQUIPMENT, INC | 12.25 |
42368 | 11/1/2016 | CANON USA INC | 117.22 |
42369 | 11/1/2016 | CAPE PROFESSIONAL BILLING, INC | 2,965.79 |
42370 | 11/1/2016 | CAPE MAY COUNTY PUB WKS | 100.00 |
42371 | 11/1/2016 | COMCAST | 395.00 |
42372 | 11/1/2016 | COMCAST | 456.05 |
42373 | 11/1/2016 | CONSOLIDATED MOTOR OILS | 584.00 |
42374 | 11/1/2016 | CEU NION | 89.00 |
42375 | 11/1/2016 | DELL COMPUTER CORP. | 3,531.04 |
42375 | 11/1/2016 | DELL COMPUTER CORP. | 7,325.70 |
42375 | 11/1/2016 | DELL COMPUTER CORP. | 923.63 |
42375 | 11/1/2016 | DELL COMPUTER CORP. | 1,344.76 |
42375 | 11/1/2016 | DELL COMPUTER CORP. | 2,026.87 |
42375 | 11/1/2016 | DELL COMPUTER CORP. | 992.40 |
42375 | 11/1/2016 | DELL COMPUTER CORP. | 3,996.59 |
42376 | 11/1/2016 | DEVO & ASSOCIATES | 2,530.00 |
42377 | 11/1/2016 | EAGLE POINT GUN | 13,323.95 |
42378 | 11/1/2016 | FORD SCOTT & ASSOC., L.L.C. | 3,000.00 |
42379 | 11/1/2016 | CHIEF MATTHEW GALLAGHER | 2,533.06 |
42380 | 11/1/2016 | CAPE MAY COUNTY HERALD | 325.00 |
42380 | 11/1/2016 | CAPE MAY COUNTY HERALD | 289.42 |
42381 | 11/1/2016 | JOSHUA MARCUS GROUP LLC | 905.00 |
42382 | 11/1/2016 | K.O. SPORTS | 1,925.00 |
42383 | 11/1/2016 | LABORATORY CORP OF AMERICA | 50.25 |
42384 | 11/1/2016 | MGL PRINTING SOLUTIONS | 210.00 |
42385 | 11/1/2016 | MICHELLE METTLER | 35.00 |
42386 | 11/1/2016 | L-3 MOBILE-VISION, INC. | 1,348.20 |
42387 | 11/1/2016 | MUNICIPAL CAPITAL CORP | 524.00 |
42388 | 11/1/2016 | NATHAN VAN EMBDEN | 920.00 |
42389 | 11/1/2016 | NOTRE DAME DE LA MER PARISH | 200.00 |
42390 | 11/1/2016 | NEW JERSEY CONFERENCE OF MAYOR | 295.00 |
42391 | 11/1/2016 | OFFICE BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC. | 859.00 |
42392 | 11/1/2016 | PENNCARE Inc. | 109.00 |
42393 | 11/1/2016 | PAUL’S PEST CONTROL | 700.00 |
42394 | 11/1/2016 | STEWART BUSINESS SYSTEMS LLC | 189.95 |
42395 | 11/1/2016 | CAPE MAY COUNTY TREASURER | 1,637,560.30 |
42396 | 11/1/2016 | TRIAD ASSOCIATES | 1,600.00 |
42397 | 11/1/2016 | TREAS.,STATE OF | 1,000.00 |
42398 | 11/1/2016 | TACTICAL PUBLIC SAFETY | 3,640.00 |
42398 | 11/1/2016 | TACTICAL PUBLIC SAFETY | 366.46 |
42399 | 11/1/2016 | TRINITY CODE INSPECTIONS LLC | 12,143.40 |
42400 | 11/1/2016 | VAN NOTE-HARVEY ASSOCIATES | 16,625.44 |
42401 | 11/1/2016 | VERIZON WIRELESS | 3,330.10 |
42402 | 11/1/2016 | VERIZON | 153.47 |
42403 | 11/1/2016 | CITY OF WILDWOOD – WATER | 40,621.03 |
42404 | 11/1/2016 | XEROX FINANCIAL SERVICES | 642.14 |
42405 | 11/1/2016 | KMY CONSULTING SERVICES LLC | 7,293.75 |
COUNCIL:
COUNCILMAN RULLO and COUNCILWOMAN BISHOP reminded everyone to vote on Election Day next week.
MAYOR ROSENELLO invited all to the bonfire on Saturday night at 6:00 pm.
PUBLIC: None.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Rullo, that there being no further business before Council, we do now adjourn. Carried. 5:27 PM.
APPROVED:
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Patrick T. Rosenello, Mayor
ATTEST:
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W. Scott Jett, City Clerk
This is a generalization of the meeting of November 1, 2016 and not a verbatim transcript.