COUNCIL MEETING
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT PROCESSED IN WITH THE COLORS FOR THE FLAG
CEREMONY FOR THE SWEARING IN OF
POLICE CHIEF ANTHONY CANALE
The Medford Township Council Meeting of the above date was convened by Mayor Myers, followed by the salute to the flag and reading of the Open Public Meetings Act Statement.
COUNCIL ROLL CALL
Mr. Joseph J. Lynn, Jr. Present
Mr. Robert Martin Present
Mrs. Mary Ann O’Brien Present
Deputy Mayor David Brown Present
Mayor Christopher Myers Present
PROFESSIONALS PRESENT
Michael Achey, Township Manager
Richard Hunt, Township Solicitor
Christopher Noll, Township Engineer
Distinguished Guests Present
Mayor Myers recognized the following guests who were present at tonight’s meeting.
State Senator Philip Haines
Former Senator Martha Bark
Assemblywoman Dawn Marie Addiego
Judge John Almeida
MINUTES
Public Session
Minutes –
Mr. Martin moved for approval of the Public Session minutes of June 24th and
Roll call vote for approval as follows: Mr. Lynn, aye, Mr. Martin, aye, Mrs. O’Brien, aye, Deputy Mayor Brown, aye, and Mayor Myers, aye.
MANAGER’S REPORT
1.
Proclamation Honoring the Township of
The proclamation from the New
Jersey Department of Environmental Protection was presented to Ryan Willets,
Director of Public Utility, by Mayor Myers. This honor recognized the Utility
Department for their dedication and service to the
2.
Swearing of Anthony J. Canale - Chief of
Police
Police Chief Anthony Canale was sworn in by Judge John Almeida with the ceremony being witnessed by a large group of family and friends, including his wife and children.
Chief Canale thanked the Police Officers and everyone in attendance for their support. Many officers from neighboring townships, who the Chief has worked with, were present. Chief Canale stated that he will work for the betterment of the township and its residents. He wants to be a Police Chief of the people.
Chief
Canale said he is following a great lineage of leaders and named the chiefs he
has served under. He thanked Council for
their support of the Police Department, and stated that he feels
Presentation of Award from MYAA
The Medford Youth Athletic Association presented an award to the Chief for all his years of dedicated service to the youth. It was noted that the Chief’s father, Al Canale, had been instrumental in organizing the association and had a great interest in the youth of the community.
The
Color Guard processed out at
Judge John Almeida
Judge John Almeida spoke on behalf of the Chief and listed his families’ contribution as long time residents of the township. The Judge said their involvement in the sports programs has touched many of the youth in the community.
3. Bill List
Mr. Achey presented the bill list for payment.
Mr. Achey had previously entertained and answered questions with regard to the payment of the bills. There being no further questions, the bill list was approved for payment as presented.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
Mr. Noll reported that the resolution awarding the 2008 Road Program to Arawak Paving is on tonight’s agenda.
SOLICITOR’S REPORT
Mr. Hunt reported that the first reading of Ordinance 2008-25 regarding pensions is on tonight’s agenda.
Mr. Hunt advised that the Executive Session scheduled for tonight is to discuss litigation issues.
PUBLIC
Terry Palmer,
Allen Avenue, questioned whether the improvements would be completed at the
intersection of Route 70 and
Mr. Noll said the approval from the State has not yet been received, so the improvements will not be completed by the start of the school year.
ORDINANCES
FOR INTRODUCTION
ORDINANCE 2008-24 “AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF A PORTION OF BLOCK 902, LOT 1.02”
Mr. Martin moved for approval of the ordinance, advertisement and set date of
Roll call
vote for approval as follows: Mr. Lynn, aye, Mr. Martin, aye, Mrs. O’Brien,
aye, Deputy Mayor Brown, aye, and Mayor Myers, aye.
ORDINANCE 2008-25 “AN ORDINANCE FOR DETERMINING POSITIONS ELIGIBLE FOR THE DEFINED CONTRIBUTION RETIREMENT PROGRAM”
Mrs. O’Brien moved for approval of the ordinance, advertisement and set date of
Roll call
vote for approval as follows: Mr. Lynn, aye, Mr. Martin, aye, Mrs. O’Brien,
aye, Deputy Mayor Brown, aye, and Mayor Myers, aye.
ORDINANCE 2008-26 “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 111 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE ENTITLED “PEACE AND GOOD ORDER”
Mr. Lynn moved for approval of the ordinance, advertisement and set date of
Roll call
vote for approval as follows: Mr. Lynn, aye, Mr. Martin, aye, Mrs. O’Brien,
aye, Deputy Mayor Brown, aye, and Mayor Myers, aye.
ORDINANCES FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE 2008-21 “AMENDING CHAPTER 32 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE ENTITLED “ALARMS”
Deputy Mayor Brown moved for adoption of the ordinance, seconded by Mrs. O’Brien.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting to the public.
There were no public comments.
Deputy Mayor Brown moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Martin.
Roll call
vote to close the public portion as follows: Mr. Lynn, aye, Mr. Martin, aye, Mrs. O’Brien,
aye, Deputy Mayor Brown, aye, and Mayor Myers, aye.
Roll call
vote for approval as follows: Mr. Lynn, aye, Mr. Martin, aye, Mrs. O’Brien,
aye, Deputy Mayor Brown, aye, and Mayor Myers, aye.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION 151-2008 “AUTHORIZATION TO RE-ESTABLISH CUSTODIANS OF PETTY CASH FUNDS”
Mr. Lynn moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Deputy Mayor Brown.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
RESOLUTION
152-2008 “AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT WITH
Deputy Mayor Brown moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Mrs. O’Brien.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
Mr. Achey stated that the use of these carts should save the township money due to more efficient recycling.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
RESOLUTION 153-2008 “SUPPORTING ASSEMBLY BILL 2731”
Mr. Martin moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Mrs. O’Brien.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
RESOLUTION
154-2008 “RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE JOINT NEW
Deputy Mayor Brown moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Mr. Lynn.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
RESOLUTION 155-2008 “RESOLUTION REJECTING ALL BIDS FOR CRANBERRY HALL RENOVATIONS”
Mrs. O’Brien moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Deputy Mayor Brown.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
Mr. Achey advised that the project will be going out for bid again. The bids are being rejected due to the high prices submitted.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
RESOLUTION 156-2008 “FILLING VACANCY ON THE SENIOR CITIZEN’S ADVISORY BOARD”
Mrs. O’Brien moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Mr. Martin.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
RESOLUTION
157-2008 “AUTHORIZING 82nd AIRBORNE ASSOCIATION PERMISSION TO SOLICIT FUNDS AT
THE INTERSECTION OF
Mr. Lynn moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Mr. Brown.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
Mayor Myers would like to know the amount of funds collected.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
RESOLUTION
158-2008 “RESOLUTION APPOINTING APPRAISER FOR ROUTE 70 AND
Mr. Martin moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Deputy Mayor Brown.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
RESOLUTION 159-2008 “AUTHORIZING AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF CONFINED SPACE RESCUE EQUIPMENT”
Deputy Mayor Brown moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Mr. Lynn.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
Mr. Achey stated that this will allow the rescue equipment to be in compliance.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
RESOLUTION 160-2008 “AUTHORIZING AWARD OF CONTRACT 2008 ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM”
Mr. Martin moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Mrs. O’Brien. Lynn.
Mayor Myers opened the meeting for public comments.
There were no public comments.
The motion for approval was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
COMMUNICATION
NONE
OLD BUSINESS
NONE
NEW BUSINESS
1. Application for Raffle License for Shawnee
Corner Club, Inc.
Mr. Martin moved to approve the raffle license for the Shawnee Corner Club, seconded by Deputy Mayor Brown with all members in agreement.
PUBLIC
1. Sue Roggio, Chairman of Senior Citizens Advisory Board, thanked Council for acting quickly to fill the vacancy on the Senior Advisory Board.
Mr. Martin
moved to close the public portion of the meeting, seconded by Deputy Mayor
Brown at
The motion to close the public portion of meeting was duly made, seconded and affirmatively voted upon by all Council present.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING
Mayor Myers advised that the purpose of the Executive Session is to discuss potential litigation.
Resolution
161-2008 “Authorizing Executive Session” - Potential Litigation
Mr. Martin moved for approval of the resolution, seconded by Deputy Mayor Brown.
The motion
for approval to adjourn to Executive Session at
Mayor Myers provided that action will not be taken in Executive Session.
RECONVENING OF MEETING
Mayor Myers
reconvened the meeting at
He reported legal issues had been discussed in Executive Session and that no action had taken place.
ADJOURNMENT
There being
no further business, Deputy Mayor Brown moved that the meeting be adjourned at
Respectfully submitted,
Joyce F. Frenia, RMC
Township Clerk
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