May
10, 2005
A Workshop Meeting
was held by the Township Council of the Township
of Roxbury on May 10, 2005 at 1715
Route 46, Ledgewood, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m.
Open Public Meeting Statement
Adequate notice of this meeting of the Township
Council of the Township of Roxbury was given as required by the Open Public
Meetings act as follows: Notice was
faxed to the Daily Record, the Newark Star Ledger and the Roxbury Register on
January 5, 2005; notice was posted on the bulletin board in the main hallway of
the Municipal Building on January 5, 2005.
ROLL CALL: (Present) Councilwoman Sandy
Urgo, Councilmen John Ciaramella, Fred Hall, Jim Rilee, Tim Smith, Martin
Schmidt and Mayor Richard Zoschak
ALSO PRESENT: Christopher Raths, Township Manager; Anthony Bucco,
Township Attorney and BettyLou DeCroce, Township Clerk
Mayor Zoschak and
Christopher Raths introduced Russell Brown - the Township?s new Construction
Official. Mr. Raths stated that Mr.
Brown has been with us for two to three weeks now and he is a local resident
who resides in Kenvil.
Mr. Brown stated that
everything has gone very well so far and he looks forward to working in
Roxbury.
Mayor Zoschak also thanked
Council for flowers to his wife and read a thank you note from his wife to the
Council members.
Mayor Zoschak amended the Agenda to Presentations
(#6)
PRESENTATIONS
A. Roxbury Rotary Club ? Mr. Steven Alford, President
of the Roxbury Rotary Club stated he was
here to present three donations to each of the three Rescue Squads from the Casino
Night event they held on March 2, 2005.
Mr. Alford stated that this was their second annual ?Casino Night? and
that they do it in conjunction with the Randolph Rotary and last year they
donated the money to the Police Departments and this year they chose the Rescue
Squads and for next year they plan to donate to the Fire Departments.
Mr. Alford presented the
three checks, each $500.00 to Chief Hayowyk and Chief Lang for Company #1, #2
and #3.
Mayor Zoschak thanked Mr.
Alford and the Rotary for their donations.
B.
Historical Advisory Committee - Mr. Cramond, Chairman of the
Historic Advisory Committee and the Mayor handed out Certificates to homeowners
who have maintained and rebuilt older homes in the Township. May is known as
preservation month in preserving and maintaining our heritage.
Mr. Cramond presented the awards
to the following:
1. David Thompson & Joscyln
Field of 4 Mapledale Avenue, Succasunna, built in 1910. Known as the Charles W. Hicks House. (Owners
not present).
2. Richard Bearse & Dale Julian
of 90 S. Hillside Avenue, Succasunna, built in 1884. Known as the Issac H. Alward House. (Owners
not present).
3. Song How Que (presently
living in Flushing N.Y., moved February of 2005) of 103 Kenvil Avenue,
Kenvil of Known as the Wills Elsdin House. (Owner not present).
4. Kevin Rossi of 314 Center
Street, Port Morris, built 1875. Known
as the Waters B. Day House. (Owner present and accepted his award).
5. Gail & Kathleen Culligan
of 200 Center Street, Port Morris, built in 1740. Known as the Bott House. (Owners present and
accepted their award).
Mr. Cramond
invited the members of the Council along with the Township Manager, Attorney
and Clerk to come to the Open House this Saturday, May 14, 2005. All of the
homes will be on display at 10:00 a.m.
The Morris Canal Greenway Master Sign will be dedicated at Morris Canal
Park.
Mayor Zoschak amended the Agenda to the Public Portion (#8)
Mike Roman
15 Canal St
Port Morris
Mr. Roman stated he was at a meeting in April and wants an
update on road repaving on Canal
Street. Mr.
Raths commented that the Assistant Engineer and Engineer have an idea how to
improve drainage and they will contact him tomorrow.
Kathy DeFillippo
14 Deer Lane
Succasunna
Ms. DeFillippo stated that she was at the Berkshire Valley
Lacrosse field and she stated she heard a lot of criticism about parking in
that area from residents and they had many concerns about parking. Residents
also asked if the walkway could be fixed in that area. Mayor Zoschak stated we
could look into that.
Robert Church
256 Eyland Avenue
Succasunna
Mr. Church questioned the current status on the Railway and
distribution in Berkshire
Valley. Mr. Raths stated Morris County
was sent a second letter from the Township in regards to the lease. Mr. Church
stated they had a flat car with lumber on it just the other day.
At 7:50 p.m. the Mayor amended the agenda to Executive
Session (#4)
Mr. Rilee made a motion to move 05-158 for adoption. Mr. Smith seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Mr. Rilee ? yes Mr. Smith ? yes
Mr.
Ciaramella ? yes Mr.
Hall ? yes
Mr.
Schmidt ? yes Ms.
Urgo ? yes
Mayor
Zoschak ? yes
Motion carried 7 ? 0
EXECUTIVE SESSION
05-158 Resolution of the
Township Council of the Township of Roxbury, in the County
of Morris, New Jersey, authorizing conference of the
Township Council with the public excluded.
At 8:30 p.m. Council
returned to the Regular Session.
INTRODUCTION OF 2005 MUNICIPAL BUDGET
05-159 A resolution authorizing the Township of Roxbury to conduct the annual budget
examination.
Mr. Raths handed out a Budget
Revision Summary, which he stated Lisa Palmieri, Chief Financial Officer
prepared today. The Budget recommends a
4.7% increase. Mr. Raths stated that the
Council was able to take out another $120,000.00 in the Budget. Mr. Raths went on to state however that when
the Budget was being revised the Township was hit with several snow and ice
storms and we had to put the $120,000.00 back into the budget to cover the cost
for snow and ice removal.
Mr. Bucco advised that Manager that there is an error
on page 2 of the Agenda for Resolution 05-159 ? ?In the third paragraph it
should state the year 2005 not 2002.
Ms. Urgo made a motion to move
05-159. Mr. Ciaramella seconded the
motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Urgo ? yes Mr. Ciaramella ? yes
Mr.
Hall ? yes Mr.
Rilee ? yes
Mr.
Schmidt ? yes Ms.
Smith ? yes
Mayor
Zoschak ? yes
Mr. Rilee commended Mr. Raths for doing an
excellent job on the budget. Mr. Rilee
stated that this is a difficult task to perform and that we did not get any new
tax ratable for this year. There is no
where else to cut unless we cut services and programs.
Motion carried 7 ? 0
05-160 A resolution to introduce the 2005
Municipal Budget.
Ms. Urgo made a motion to adopt
05-160 for discussion. Mr. Ciaramella
seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Urgo ? yes Mr. Ciaramella ? yes
Mr.
Hall ? yes Mr.
Rilee ? yes
Mr.
Schmidt ? yes Mr.
Smith ? yes
Mayor
Zoschak ? yes
Motion carried 7 - 0
Mr. Smith stated he found
this to be painful and felt the Council was forced into cutting. Mr. Smith
stated he would have felt better if the Budget
was lower, but finds this a responsible budget.
Mayor Zoschak stated that
after 27 years in private business that government is a lot different than the
public sector. The Mayor also stated
that this is a responsible Budget with no services being cut.
Ms. Urgo gave Mr. Raths a
lot of credit for the job he did on the budget.
Mr. Raths stated that the
Department Heads along with Lisa Palmieri
have done a great job in helping with the budget. Mr. Raths went on to state that in the past
four years he has eliminated nine
positions within the Township, with no layoffs.
Mr. Hall asked Mr. Raths if he could compare our Township to neighboring
Municipalities in regards to increases.
Mr. Raths stated that Mt. Olive is up 5 - 10 points, Jefferson is up 9.9
points, Netcong is up 8 points, Morristown is up 3.3 (due to Morristown
Memorial), Hanover Township is up 3.7 points and Dover is up 21 points. In
comparison Mr. Raths stated we are very competitive.
PRESENTATIONS ? Previously discussed
A. Roxbury Rotary Club
B. Historical Advisory
Committee
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
March 29, 2005 Workshop
- HOLD
March 29, 2005 Executive
Session - HOLD
April 12, 2005 Regular
April 12, 2005 Executive
Session
Ms.
DeCroce stated that March 29, 2005 Minutes (Workshop & Executive) are on
hold and they will be completed by this Friday, May 13, 2005.
Mr.
Rilee made a motion to move April 12, 2005 Regular & Executive Session
Minutes. Mr. Schmidt seconded the
motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Rilee ? yes Mr. Schmidt ? yes
Mr.
Ciaramella? yes Mr.
Hall ? yes
Mr.
Smith ? Abstain Ms.
Urgo ? Abstain
Mayor
Zoschak ? yes
Motion carried 5? 0 with 2 Abstentions
PUBLIC PORTION ? Previously discussed.
REPORTS OF COUNCIL LIAISON
REPRESENTATIVES, COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND NEW BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS
A. Procurement Policy
B. Appointments
i.
Lake Musconetcong Regional Planning Board: 1
Member, 4-year Term (Mayor Appointment)
ii.
Rockaway River Watershed Cabinet - 1
Member, 1-year term and un-expired term of Tricia Fragale (1/1/05 >
12/31/05).
iii.
Historical Advisory Committee:
un-expired term of George Wein (1/1/04 > 12/31/07). On hold until
next meeting.
iv.
Raritan Compact ? Tim Smith
volunteered to be on this Committee.
v.
Main Street Committee: 1 member of the Library Board of Trustees, 1
member of the Historic Advisory Committee, 2 merchants from Main Street,
1representative from each of the churches, 1 resident at large, 2 residents of
the effected portion of Main Street, 2-year term.
Council discussed who was
appointed to the Main Street Committee:
1. Jean Hall ? Member of the
Library Board of Trustees
2. OPEN AT THIS TIME ?
Historic Advisory Committee
3. Dr. Tighe ? Merchant from Main Street
4. Peggy Keifer ? Merchant from
Main Street
5. Sue Anderson ? Member of
Presbyterian Church
6. Tria Larmond ? Resident at
large
7. Andre Verge ? Resident of
the effected portion of Main
Street
8. Mr. Rogers ? Resident of the
effected portion of Main Street
9. John Ciaramella ? Council
Member
10. Jim Rilee ? Council Member
11. Sandy Urgo ? Council Member
Mr. Rilee made a motion to
appoint the members to the Main Street Committee. Ms. Urgo seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Rilee ? yes Ms. Urgo ? yes
Mr.
Ciaramella? yes Mr.
Hall ? Abstain
Mr.
Schmidt ? Yes Mr.
Smith ? Yes
Mayor
Zoschak ? yes
Motion carried 6 ? 0 with 1 Abstention
MATTERS REQUESTED/REFERRED
BY COUNCIL MEMBERS, MANAGER, ATTORNEY OR CLERK
Mr. Smith stated that
neighboring communities have Township mottos.
Mr. Smith stated that Shaun
Adamo brought this to his attention and thought we should have one. Mr. Rilee stated it should be presented to
the school. Ms. DeCroce suggested to go to Mr. Dennis Mack, Superintendent of
the Schools. Mr. Raths suggested that we
should have a mission statement that reflects the Township. Ms. Urgo questioned if we only want kids to
respond. Mr. Raths stated that he will
check how other surrounding communities handled it and he will get back to
Council with the results right away.
Mr. Smith commented on Open Space
and stated that the Castellana Tract has closed and the Sweeney tract is near
closing. Mr. Smith also stated that Gottdiener Tract is near closing. Mr. Arminio has vacated the property, along
with his equipment.
Mr. Bucco stated that the
State sent him a letter regarding the Gottdiener Property and asked for changes
to be made to the surveys. Mr. Bucco
stated he sent the letter to Mr. Ed Secco, surveyor and he made all the changes
that the State wanted. The State then requested six more changes. Mr. Bucco
advised that he e-mailed Lisa Palmieri requesting release of the check, but he
has not heard from her yet.
Mr. Smith stated that the
Economic Development Committee met last night and they are making a series of
seminars for existing local business owners on topics such as small business
financing, working with the Township?s Zoning, Building, Engineering and
Finance Departments. Mr. Smith stated
that a representative from the Morris County Economic Development Committee and
the State came and spoke. Mr. Smith stated he wants some direction from Council
to move forward with our objective to keep small businesses here in
Roxbury. Council concurred.
Mayor Zoschak questioned Mr.
Smith if anyone from the Economic Development Committee asked about Welcome
Signs in Roxbury. Mr. Smith stated yes
they did talk about it but they are waiting to here which signs and how much
they will cost. Mayor Zoschak stated
that at this point we may or may not have sponsors. The Mayor stated he would like to see some of
these signs go up on Howard Blvd.
and on Route 206
Ms. Urgo stated that she
tried while on the Planning Board to make the Ledgewood Shopping Center
look nice and that the blue signs from the state look inappropriate. Mr. Raths stated that the state does not want
to take them down. Mr. Raths stated we
will talk to the County again about the signs.
Mr. Smith asked why does the state control County Roads. Mr. Raths
stated he does not know the answer to that, but he will call the County again
on this issue. Mr. Bucco stated that he
has not been asked to look into this situation.
Ms. Urgo stated she
received a call from a resident in Kenvil
Avenue regarding a project going on in regards to
property that abuts his property. Mr.
Raths stated he has talked to this resident numerous times.
Mr. Rilee stated he has
received a lot of complaints in regards to our two Officers being suspended
with pay. Mr. Rilee asked for an
explanation so that the public understands why they are suspended with pay. Mr. Bucco stated in general that active
investigations should not be discussed. This matter is actively being
investigated by the Morris County Prosecutors Office. Mr. Raths stated individuals are suspended
with pay until an actual indictment is handed down.
Mr. Ciaramella apologized
for not attending the Economic Development Committee meeting last night, but he
did attend a Rotary Meeting regarding the September 11th Memorial
and that $5,000 is being donated to the Township by the Rotary. Mr. Ciaramella asked Mr. Raths to respond to
the Resident in writing in regards to where the Township stands with the deeds
on the Sweney Property. Mr. Bucco stated
he will have an Ordinance ready for the May 24, 2005 Council Meeting so we can
close on this property. Mr. Raths stated
he will put a letter together for this individual.
Ms. Urgo stated she wants to
talk about the 9/11 Memorial. She
questioned Council if they are still going to pursue this. Ms. Urgo questioned as to who is in charge,
the Council or Rotary? Mr. Ciaramella
answered that he believes this is a joint venture between the Council and
Rotary. Mr. Ciaramella went on to say
that the Rotary is donating money towards the purchase of the 9/11 plaque. The Committee will meet with Rotary to
finalize the monument and get back to Council.
Mr. Ciaramella also stated
that he has not heard of any scheduled meeting in regards to the Department of
Public Works. Mr. Ciaramella stated we
should schedule one to keep this project going.
Mr. Ciaramella also thanked Mr. Raths for picking up the dead fox on Kenvil Avenue.
Mr. Hall thanked Mr. Raths
for the repairs in the Gym at the Recreation
Center. Mr. Hall also
questioned Mr. Raths about the sign on Bryant Drive at the entrance to the High
School. He asked that it be put up before Graduation. Mr. Hall also stated that he had a Recreation
Meeting last week and they were going over the Master Plan. They were looking over all the fields in Town
and it will be included in the Master Plan Report once completed. Mr. Hall commented on the need to get the
final punch list on the Bike path. Dave
Stierli has the list and we need to get it done for the State. Mr. Hall also
stated that there is a Trails Meeting this Saturday. Mr. Raths stated he will be attending this meeting
along with Mike Kobylarz from Engineering.
Mayor Zoschak stated that
Thursday, May 26, 2005 will be the next Computer Committee Meeting. Mr. Hall pointed out that we should make sure
that Theresa DeVincentis gets an invitation to attend this meeting. Mr. Hall stated he spoke to a Verizon
representative, Rick Rickett and he stated that Verizon is dropping fiber-optic
cables in 70 Municipalities for voice data and video. Roxbury is not included until May of
2006. Mr. Hall went on to state that
there are big benefits associated with this project.
Ms. Urgo stated that the
Council previously discussed the sod along the bike path and maintenance
issues. Weed whacking will destroy the
posts. Mr. Raths stated that shields will be put on the posts so they do not
become damaged.
Mr. Smith commented on the
Soccer fields at Horseshoe
Lake and that work has
not been done as of yet. Mr. Raths
stated that he spoke with Ken Rudnick on Thursday of last week and he stated
that the work will be getting done on the field. Mr. Smith also stated that fields are still
brown and need irrigation. Mr. Raths
stated that all the fields have been tested and all came back good. Mayor Zoschak asked if we test and monitor
the sprinkler heads and Mr. Raths stated yes.
Mr. Hall commented that the main issue every group has is that you
cannot take the fields off line, therefore you can?t do field maintenance
otherwise the fields will be in disarray.
Mr. Schmidt stated that the
next Environmental Commission Meeting is this Thursday night, 5/12/05. Mr. Schmidt also stated he will be talking to
Mr. Ed Kirchgessner in regards to the Memorial and getting plans in motion.
Mayor Zoschak thanked Mr.
Schmidt for attending The Day of Prayer at Horseshoe Lake
in his absence. Mayor Zoschak also
stated that he attended the Crop Work a week ago on the new bike path at Horseshoe Lake.
Mayor Zoschak questioned
what are the laws regarding the micro-minibikes. Mr. Raths stated that they are not allowed on
the road and if he provides a name he will have an Officer speak to the
perpetrators.
Mayor announced a break at
9:20.
At 9:30 resumed
MATTERS REQUESTED/REFERRED
BY COUNCIL MEMBERS, MANAGER, ATTORNEY OR CLERK
A. Application
for Special Permit for Social Affair (SA) June 4, 2005 by Swim and Sport Club.
B. Application
for Special Permit for Social Affair (SA) July 10, 2005 by Swim and Sport Club.
C. Application
for Special Permit for Social Affair (SA) July 17, 2005 by Swim and Sport Club.
D. Application
for Raffles License No. RA: 1245 by St. Theresa Roman Catholic Church.
E. Request to waive application
fees from First Baptist Church.
F. Letter from Mary Kozoun
Miner requesting block party on August 20, 2005.
Mr. Rilee made a motion to move A, B, C, D
& F. Mr. Schmidt seconded the
motion.
Mr. Smith commented on the Swim and Sport
Club and stated that they often have various activities and music plays beyond
10:00 p.m. Mr. Smith stated he phoned
the owner of the Club and asked her if the liquor is served until 12:00 a.m.,
with music playing until that time. The Owner assured Mr. Smith that was not the case. Mr. Smith questioned Council if we have some
type of Ordinance when the music must stop.
Council advised that we do have a noise Ordinance. Mr. Raths stated that we have two Police
Officers and two employees from the Health Department that are trained in how
to measure the noise decibels. Mr. Smith
stated that the noise has bothered him, but he has never phoned the Police to
complain.
Mr. Rilee amended his motion to include E
on the Application. Mr. Schmidt seconded
the amended motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Rilee ? Yes Mr. Schmidt ? Yes
Mr.
Ciaramella? Yes Mr.
Hall ? Yes, Abstain on B
Mr.
Smith ? Yes Ms.
Urgo ? Yes, Recuse on F
Mayor
Zoschak ? Yes
Motion carried 7 ? 0 with 1 Abstention on B & 1 Recusal on F.
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES
22-05 An ordinance to vacate any and all
public rights in and to a portion of Pequannock Road in the Township of
Roxbury, County of Morris and State of New Jersey.
Mr.
Smith moved 22-05. Mr. Rilee seconded
the motion.
Ms.
Urgo questioned where this property is located.
Mr. Raths stated this is Mrs. Cosgrove?s property and the road was
discontinued many years ago, except for her lot.
Roll Call: Ms. Smith ? Yes Mr. Rilee ? Yes
Mr.
Ciaramella? Yes Mr.
Hall ? Yes
Mr.
Schmidt ? Yes Ms.
Urgo ? Yes
Mayor
Zoschak ? Yes
Motion carried 7 ? 0
23-05 An ordinance to vacate any and all
public rights in and to a portion of Smith Avenue in the Township of Roxbury,
County of Morris and State of New Jersey.
(Information was on dais at the May 3rd Budget Meeting)
Mr.
Rilee made a motion to move 23-05. Mr.
Schmidt seconded the motion.
Ms.
Urgo stated that she has concerns about the building?s appearance from Route 46
and that it is only 220 feet from the Towne Toyota building, but 40 feet in
height. Ms. Urgo is not sure if this is
a wise move on the Township?s part.
Mayor
Zoschak state that the Board of Adjustment gave approval and this application
was reviewed for over three years.
Mr.
Rilee stated he thinks this is a good addition.
Mr.
Hall questioned if the building is actually going to sit on the 50-foot
ledge. Barbara Hyman of 8 Lake Street,
Landing stated that the building is going to be 24 feet high. They will be
planting trees for a buffer. Mr.
Ciaramella stated that not only our Zoning Board of Adjustment, but also other
professionals have given approval for this construction.
Ms.
Urgo suggested that in the future that something be written for Applicants who
will need a road vacated before going through an entire Application and then
come to the Town Council. The Hyman?s
stated that they had a meeting with the Planning Board. Ms. Hyman went on to state that they are
going way below the requirement of the Ordinance on the width and height of the
building.
Mayor
Zoschak went on to state how the roof is going to be green to blend in with its
surroundings.
Roll Call: Ms. Rilee ? Yes Mr. Schmidt ? Yes
Mr.
Ciaramella ? Yes Mr.
Hall ? Yes
Mr.
Schmidt ? Yes Ms.
Urgo ? Abstain
Mayor
Zoschak ? Yes
Motion carried 6? 0 with 1 Abstention
Councilman
Hall questioned what is the correct process in regards to a vacation that needs
to take effect. Mr. Hall believed that
this is a function of the Council. Mr.
Bucco stated that there is no requirement by law that the Applicant come before
Council first. What the Board did in
this case was appropriate. The Board
stated they would approve this, but one of the conditions is that you have to
obtain a vacation of the road. If the Applicants
could not get the road vacated, then the
building could not be built.
24-05 An ordinance of the Township of Roxbury
providing for the appropriation of funds for various building improvements and
equipment and appropriating $44,400.00 from General Capital Surplus.
Mr. Rilee made a motion
to move 24-05. Mr. Schmidt seconded the
motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Rilee ? Yes Mr. Schmidt ? Yes
Mr.
Ciaramella ? Yes Mr.
Hall ? Yes
Mr.
Schmidt ? Yes Ms.
Urgo ? Yes
Mayor
Zoschak ? Yes
Motion carried 7? 0
HEARING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING
21-05 An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16-04
authorizing the acquisition of certain real property known as Block 5901, Lot
1, more commonly known as 136A Emmans Road, in the Township of Roxbury, County
of Morris and State of New Jersey. (Castellana).
Ms. Urgo stepped down from
the dais.
Mr. Schmidt moved to open
21-05 to the Public. Mr. Rilee seconded
the motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Schmidt ? Yes Mr. Rilee ? Yes
Mr.
Ciaramella ? Yes Mr.
Hall ? Yes
Mr.
Schmidt ? Yes Mayor
Zoschak ? Yes
Motion carried 6? 0
There was no public input.
Mr. Smith made a motion to
close 21-05 to the Public. Mr. Rilee
seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Smith ? Yes Mr. Rilee ? Yes
Mr.
Ciaramella ? Yes Mr.
Hall ? Yes
Mr.
Schmidt ? Yes Mayor
Zoschak ? Yes
Motion carried 6? 0
Mr. Hall made a motion to
adopt 21-05. Mr. Smith seconded the
motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Hall ? Yes Mr. Smith ? Yes
Mr.
Ciaramella ? Yes Mr.
Rilee? Yes
Mr.
Schmidt ? Yes Mayor
Zoschak ? Yes
Motion carried 6? 0
Ms. Urgo returned to the
dais at this time.
INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS
05-161 A resolution
incorporating by reference herein and approving the following numbered
resolutions listed on the regular council meeting agenda for this date: 05-162,
05-163, 05-164, 05-165, 05-166, 05-167, 05-168, 05-169, 05-170, 05-171, 05-173,
05-174, 05-176, 05-177
Mr. Rilee made a motion to adopt Resolution
05-161. Mr. Smith seconded the motion.
After discussion, Mr. Rilee amended his motion to
pull Resolutions 05-172 & 05-175.
Mr. Smith seconded the amended motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Rilee ? Yes Mr. Smith ? Yes
Mr.
Hall ? Yes Mr. Ciaramella ? Yes,
Recuse on ck #35699 Mr. Schmidt ? Yes Ms. Urgo- Yes, Recuse on ck #35701
Mayor Zoschak
? Yes
Motion carried 7? 0 with 2 recusals
05-162 A resolution authorizing
the acceptance of a Performance Bond in connection with Tree Permit approval of
a minor subdivision for Rainbow Management located on Emmans road/Pleasant Village Drive, Block
4102, Lot 2.
05-163 A
resolution authorizing the release of a Performance Guarantee posted by Ronetco
Supermarkets for site improvements related to the Ronetco / Home Depot site
plan located in Roxbury Mall, Block 5004, Lots 3 & 4 and the acceptance of
a bond for the patching of pavement in said mall.
05-164 A
resolution authorizing the award of a contract to Statewide Sanitation Services
Corporation at the Municipal building and Police Station.
05-165 A
resolution requesting the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders return
surplus funds to local municipalities.
05-166 A resolution authorizing refund of
unused escrow monies previously deposited with the Township
of Roxbury for development matters
pursuant to Chapter XIII (Land Use) of the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of Roxbury.
05-167 A resolution authorizing refund of
unused escrow monies previously deposited with the Township
of Roxbury for development matters
pursuant to Chapter XIII (Land Use) of the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of Roxbury.
05-168 A resolution authorizing the acceptance of a
cash bond in connection with the approval of a tree permit for site plan for
Roxbury 2002, LLC located on Route 46, Block 9501, Lot
9.
05-169 A resolution authorizing the acceptance of a
cash bond for soil relocation for Roxbury 2002, LLC located on Route 46,
Ledgewood, Block 9501, Lot 9.
05-170 A resolution amending the membership
of the township fire department.
05-171 A resolution authorizing the release
of a Performance Guarantee posted for Right-of-Way Excavation Permit No.
SEP1704, David Barmore, 4 Honeyman
Dr., Succasunna, NJ.
05-172 A
resolution authorizing the refund of unused Engineering Inspection Fees to
Legends Harley-Davidson, L.L.C., 1895 Route 46 West, Ledgewood, NJ Block 9501, Lot 13 ? PULLED - Mr. Bucco stated he did not receive the deeds
as of yet.
05-173 A
resolution authorizing the release of a Performance Guarantee posted for
Right-of-Way Excavation Permit No. July 0604, Mark Schmidt, 15 Honeyman Dr., Succasunna,
NJ.
05-174 A
resolution authorizing the release of a Performance Guarantee posted for
Right-of-Way Excavation Permit No. AUG1004A, Martin and Christine Vernon, 6 Glenn Dr., Flanders,
NJ.
05-175 A
resolution authorizing the award of a Professional Engineering and
Subcontractor Services Contract to Hatch Mott MacDonald for the 72-hour pump
test, hydrogeologic evaluation and permitting for the Pine Street Well ?
PULLED ? Mr. Rilee questioned Mr. Raths about the fees. Mr. Raths stated he would look into it.
05-176 A resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement for
matching funds to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection for
preparation of Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Use Environmental Education
Materials.
05-177 A resolution authorizing payment of bills.
PERSONNEL CHANGES
None
COMMUNICATIONS
May 6, 2005
#4 Correspondence from Lucy Voorhoeve, Executive
Director of COAH to Mayor Zoschak dated April 26, 2005 re: Updated Service List
? Mr. Bucco stated he is working with Russell Stern on preparing an updated
list. Ms. Urgo stated she and the late
Thomas Vickery worked hard on this and used Denville as a model. Ms. Urgo would like for anyone who is
interested in low to moderate-income housing would send a letter to the
Township indicating so. Ms. Urgo would
like to inform Roxbury residents who qualify for this and she would like for it
to get done.
#8 Correspondence from Douglas Zellman, Chairman
of the Lake Musconetcong Regional Planning Board to Surrounding Mayors dated
April 29, 2005 re: Annual Mayors? Canoe Race to be Held on Sunday, June 12,
2005 - Mayor wants someone on June 12 to participate in the canoe race. Mr. Raths stated that Dave Stierli would
supply the canoe for the race.
Councilmen John Ciaramella and Martin Schmidt will be participating.
#9 Correspondence from Thomas Tanico, Project
Manager of of the Louis Berger Group to Mr. Joseph Maher, Site Manager, NJDEP ?
Division of Remediation Management & Response Bureau of Design &
Construction dated April 27, 2005 re: Fenimore Sanitary Landfill, Morris
County, N.J., Draft Immediate Environmental Concern Assessment Report Term
Contract For Landfill Closure Design Services Contract No. A-50106 ?
Councilman Rilee stated we have concerns. Mr. Raths stated Frank Grisi is
working on this. Mayor Zoschak stated that readings haven?t been done in 15
years. We need answers.
#10 Correspondence from Christopher Raths,
Township Manager to Mr. Larry Ashley dated April 29, 2005 re: Farming the
Gottdiener Property ? Councilman Hall questioned Mr. Raths if Mr. Ashley
understands that farming is permitted just for this year. Mr. Raths stated yes.
#12 Correspondence from William S. Hose, Section
Chief, Bureau of Southern Case Management ? State of N.J.D.E.P. to Shell Oil Products, U.S. c/o Buddy Bealer
dated February 8, 2005 re: Shell Service Station, 195 Lakeside Blvd. &
Center St., Landing ? Ms. Urgo stated we need someone to review these documents
on behalf of the Township, and tell us of any action we should be taking. Mr. Raths stated we have sent a letter
stating that they are responsible if anything happens and Mr. Grisi is in
contact with the D.E.P. Ms. Urgo wants
someone appointed to check into this matter.
Ms. Urgo suggested Thomas Grau or any one else to check the well
contamination. Mr. Raths stated we have
received all the reports in a timely fashion.
#14 Interoffice Memo from Michael Kobylarz,
Township Engineer/Director of Public Works to Christopher Raths, Township
Manager dated April 28, 2005 re: Skyview Wastewater Treatment Plant,
Decommissioning Project - Mayor Zoschak commented that the whole 10% contingency plus some was
used. Mr. Raths stated it wasn?t written
well. Ms. Urgo stated 2.2 million. Is
the bond going to cover it? Mr. Raths stated yes, the bond would cover it.
Councilman Smith stated the letter is confusing.
#16 Mayors Fax Advisory from William G. Dressell,
Executive Director of NJLM dated May 3, 2005 re: A-3335, Changes to Business
Retention Act ? Mayor Zoschak stated we should oppose this bill. Ms. Urgo stated we need to write a letter to
Senator Bucco. Ms. DeCroce stated she
would write the letter to Senator Bucco.
#18 Notice of Recreational Opportunities for
Individuals With Disabilities ? 2006 Grant Application - Councilman Hall
commented the Township has the opportunity and we may be able to help out. Ms.
Urgo stated that we have one grant application for a handicap playground and
she has not heard yet if it has been awarded.
Mr. Raths stated we don?t always get noticed if we got any funding and
he has not heard anything as of yet.
#28 Fax Correspondence from Glenn Schweizer,
Executive Director of Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority to Mr.
Christopher Raths, Township Manager dated May 3, 2005 re: Farley Property ?
Councilman John Ciaramella stepped down on this issue. Ms. Urgo stated we need to answer him and
questioned if this is legal? Mr. Raths
stated he would call Glenn Schweizer to discuss.
Councilman John Ciaramella
returned to the dais
#29 Interoffice Memo from Tom Potere, Zoning
Officer to Christopher Raths dated May 5, 2005 re: Removal of Temporary Signs -
Mayor Zoschak stated we should fine the people that do not pick up their signs.
Ms. Urgo stated they should be fined or they will continue to put up
signs. Mr. Bucco stated he would
research this issue.
PUBLIC PORTION
Dennis Wine
4 Holly
Drive
Succasunna
Mr. Wine stated that Mr. Raths did a good job on the
Budget. Mr. Wine questioned about the
current situation with the Police Officers involved in the gambling raid and if
gambling is a good idea to promote in the Fire Houses. Mr. Bucco stated that they have no authority
for the Fire Departments to have any gambling activities at the Fire Houses. Mr. Bucco stated that there is no evidence or
indication that any gambling has taken place in the Fire Houses in Roxbury Township. Mr. Wine also questioned if the Tax Payers
are getting stuck to defend these Police Officers. Mr. Raths stated no we are not defending
them. Mr. Wine also questioned Mr. Raths on these two positions having to be
filled now. Mr. Raths stated it is not
as bad as he anticipated.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
05-178 Resolution of the
Township Council of the Township of Roxbury, in the County
of Morris, New Jersey, authorizing conference of the
Township Council with the public excluded.
Mr. Ciaramella made a motion
to adopt Resolution 05-178 for Executive Session. Mr. Smith seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Ms. Ciaramella ? Yes Mr. Smith ? Yes
Mr.
Hall ? Yes Mr.
Rilee - Yes Mr. Schmidt ? Yes Ms. Urgo- Yes
Mayor Zoschak
? Yes
Motion carried 7? 0
At 11:15 PM Council returned to the Workshop Meeting.
05-179 A Resolution
Authorizing the Township Manager to Enter into a Contract with Morris Land Conservancy (MLC) to Secure a
Limited Appraisal of one Property
Mr. Smith made a motion to
adopt Resolution 05-179. Mr. Rilee
seconded the motion.
Roll
Call: Mr. Smith ? yes Mr. Rilee ? yes
Mr. Ciaramella ? yes Mr. Hall ? yes
Mr. Schmidt ? yes Ms. Urgo ? yes
Mayor Zoschak - yes
ADJOURNMENT
At 11:40 PM Mr. Schmidt made a motion to
adjourn the Workshop Meeting. Mr. Rilee
seconded the motion.
ALL IN FAVOR - YES
_________________________
BettyLou DeCroce
Township Clerk
MINUTES APPROVED BY COUNCIL
DATE: August 9, 2005
ROLL CALL: Mr.
Rilee ? yes Mr.
Ciaramella ? yes
Mr.
Hall ? yes Mr.
Smith - yes
Ms.
Urgo ? yes Deputy
Mayor Schmidt - yes