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North Wildwood City Council Meeting: Nov. 1, 2016

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By Press Release

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:
 
 
_________________________________
Patrick T. Rosenello, Mayor
ATTEST:
 
 
_____________________________________
W. Scott Jett, City Clerk
 
This is a generalization of the meeting of November 1, 2016 and not a verbatim transcript.

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