MAYOR AND COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
July 26, 2022
7:00 P.M
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CALL TO ORDER
SALUTE TO COLORS
Mayor Zdichocki invited all those present to stand in a salute to the colors.
MAYOR’S STATEMENT AS TO COMPLIANCE WITH P.L. 1975
Adequate Notice of this Meeting has been provided according to the Open Public Meetings Act, Assembly Bill 1030. Notice of this Meeting was included in the Annual Meeting Notice sent to the New Jersey Herald and the Daily Record on January 5, 2022 and was placed on the Official Bulletin Board in the Municipal Building and on the official website of the Borough of Stanhope.
In the event the Mayor and Council have not addressed all items on this Agenda by 10:00 PM and they are of the opinion that they cannot complete the Agenda in a reasonable time period, the Mayor and Council may exercise their option to continue this meeting at an agreed to date, time and place. Please turn off all cell phones for the duration of this meeting.
ROLL CALL
Councilwoman Kuncken – absent
Councilman Thornton – present
Councilman Riccardi – present
Councilman Vance – present
Councilman Romano – absent
Councilman Wronko – present
Mayor Zdichocki – present
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
Mayor Zdichocki opened the meeting to the public after advising attendees that there is a five (5) minute time limit for each speaker.
Seeing no one from the public wishing to speak, Mayor Zdichocki closed the public portion of the meeting.
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Mayor Zdichocki read aloud the list of minutes being presented for approval:
June 14, 2022 Work Session/Agenda Meeting
June 28, 2022 Business Meeting
On motion by Councilman Vance, seconded by Councilman Wronko and carried by a majority voice vote, the above listed minutes were approved. Councilman Riccardi abstained from the minutes of June 14, 2022 and Councilman Thornton abstained from the minutes of June 28, 2022.
CORRESPONDENCE (List Attached)
On motion by Councilman Riccardi, seconded by Councilman Thornton and unanimously carried by voice vote, the list of correspondence was accepted and ordered placed on file.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Public Safety – Councilwoman Kuncken/Councilman Vance
(Police, Fire, Ambulance, Court & Violations Bureau, Emergency Management)
Councilman Vance stated the Fire Department for the month of June had 7 calls for a total of 54.75 man hours. They assisted EMS 3 times for a total of 44.5 man hours. There were 5 drills consisting of 124.5 man hours. The total number of man hours for the month of June were 254.75 hours.
Councilman Vance stated the Police Department had 134 motor vehicle stops. There were 21 mutual aid calls and 5 welfare check ins. The total number of calls for the month of June were 308.
Finance & Administration – Councilman Romano/Councilman Thornton
Councilman Thornton stated the tax and water/sewer collections are solvent.
Community Development – Councilman Wronko/Councilman Riccardi
Councilman Wronko stated he was unable to attend Family Fun Day but heard it went well. Mayor Zdichocki stated the event did go well thanks to assistance by Councilwoman Kuncken and Councilman Romano. The Recreation Commission did a fantastic job. Rosemarie Maio also helped out at the event and the kids had a great time singing karaoke.
Councilman Wronko stated the American Legion is open as a cooling station. The information has been posted to the Borough website.
Municipal Infrastructure – Councilman Thornton/Councilman Romano
(Water Distribution, Sewer Collection System, Road Construction & Maintenance, Buildings & Grounds)
Councilman Thornton stated he had no report this evening.
Information Technology – Councilman Riccardi/Councilman Wronko
Councilman Riccardi stated he had no report for this evening.
Boards/Commissions – Councilman Vance/Councilwoman Kuncken
Councilman Vance stated the Land Use Board approved a change of use for Wagner Industries which is being sold. A company called, Gilmore Electric, will now be occupying the space. Administrator McNeilly stated Gilmore Electric is the company did all the work on the TAP project for the Borough.
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Valley Road / Delaware Avenue – Administrator McNeilly stated the DPW has three water saddles and one valve to replace for the Valley Road and Delaware Avenue project. Eric Keller, Borough Engineer, was onsite today with Tilcon to do the markouts for the milling and paving so they can move forward as soon as possible. Reivax will be doing the partial curb replacement which totals approximately 300 feet. Both of these contractors are part of the Morris County Co-op. The curbing will be replaced in the same manner it was done on East Drive, Oak Drive, Maryann Terrace and Young Drive. Some residents will not be pleased. The budget is tight and the only curbing to be replaced will be done so based on water runoff issues and where the curbing is completely gone. Delaware Avenue currently has no drainage in place. There is a resolution on the agenda this evening authorizing the bid for the crossing ramps and sidewalk replacements. This portion of the project must go out to bid due to the fact it exceeds the limit which can be approved by the QPA. On Monday’s, at 2:00pm, Zoom meetings have and will continue to take place to monitor the progress of this project. Stanhope School opens in just six weeks. The road cannot be milled and paved when school is in session.
Elizabeth Avenue – Administrator McNeilly stated Elizabeth Avenue is ready for milling and paving. The catch basin work is complete. Bicycle friendly grates and eco-covers are needed. The DPW will upgrade these but they do not affect the paving area. Eric Keller, Borough Engineer, is keeping Tilcon focused first on Valley Road and Delaware Avenue. Elizabeth Avenue will be milled and paved afterwards in September. Mr. Keller will be attending the August 9th Mayor and Council meeting to discuss the current and future budgets.
Water System – Administrator McNeilly stated there are statewide concerns regarding drought conditions. The DPW Superintendent has reported that all the wells are in great shape. There are no issues. The water level in the wells is down but they are at a very good level.
Tax Bills – Administrator McNeilly stated the due date for the tax bills had to be extended. This was necessitated by the delay of the Sussex County Tax Board not certifying the tax rate in a timely manner.
Budget 2023 Timeline – Administrator McNeilly stated the department capital request memo and the budget request memo will be sent on August 3rd, the capital requests are due back on August 18th and the department budget requests are due back by August 26th.
Roadway Saddles – Councilman Riccardi asked Administrator McNeilly how many saddles are left within the borough that need to be replaced. Administrator McNeilly stated when Valley Road is completed, they are done. Brooklyn Road is the only location left but they are cost prohibitive and will have to done on an as needed basis. Keeping the concrete pipe in place poses a problem. Brooklyn Road is a county road but the county will not do this work for a utility.
Well Recharge – Councilman Riccardi asked if the Borough can monitor the recharge rate for the wells. Administrator McNeilly stated there is no concern with regard to the wells not recharging. Historically, there has been a lot of rain and the water for well #5 pulls from a limestone cavern which never dries out. Wells 3 and 4 fluctuate slightly. The well near Musconetcong may run slow, as it is more of a surface well. If there is no rainfall in a month or two, this issue will be looked into again.
Young Drive Maintenance Issue – Councilman Vance thanked Administrator McNeilly for following up on a property maintenance issue on Young Drive. Administrator McNeilly stated he informed the Zoning Officer who immediately addressed the situation and notices were sent out. Councilman Vance stated he saw rodents on Young Drive and informed the Administrator.
Towpath Lane – Councilman Vance asked Administrator McNeilly when Towpath Lane will be patched. Administrator McNeilly stated he would like to discuss this issue with Councilman Vance during the week when he is available. It is possible that the area in question may not be able to be patched because the patch may not stay in place.
Baker Place – Councilman Vance stated he received an email regarding a flooding issue on Baker Place. Administrator McNeilly stated the Borough Engineer has met with the homeowners. The street will be paved in the near future and that will help the problem. The Borough Engineer and the DPW Superintendent will determine how much pavement needs to be placed at the top of the driveway to direct the water away. The Borough will only pave two to three feet in. There has to be at least two inches of material to grab or the asphalt will just tear away. The Borough’s goal is to keep water from the road going into the resident’s property. Unfortunately, engineering cannot be done to account for massive storms.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION
School Pedestrian Crossing Study – Administrator McNeilly stated Eric Keller, Borough Engineer, previously provided copies of the proposal for the school pedestrian crossing study to the governing body for review. Mayor Zdichocki stated in a prior discussion the governing body did determine there is a need for the study when school is back in session. Administrator McNeilly stated the cost will be $9,775 to monitor the number of cars in September. The purpose is to justify or recommend additional locations for crossing guards. The State requires this to be done with the direction of the Borough Engineer. The study will take place for one week at five different locations at the start of school and the end of the school day. Mayor Zdichocki asked if the new crosswalk lights will eliminate the need for the crossing guards. Administrator McNeilly stated the light should not affect the study. The study counts the number of cars, not the number of students. Councilman Riccardi stated the crossing guard is still at the corner of Crestview Drive where there is a crosswalk light.
Mayor Zdichocki took a straw poll vote asking the governing body if they are in favor of having the Borough Engineer conduct the School Pedestrian Crossing Study. The results are as follows: Councilman Vance – yes; Councilman Wronko – yes: Councilman Riccardi – yes; Councilman Thornton – yes. Mayor Zdichocki asked that a resolution be placed on the agenda for the next scheduled meeting. Administrator McNeilly stated the funding will be pulled from the General Engineering budget.
NJ Crossing Guard Direct Training (Rutgers) – Mayor Zdichocki stated the crossing guard training is not mandatory but the Police Chief is of the opinion it would be good for the guards to attend the training. Administrator McNeilly stated there is another training program offered by JIF every year, in August, which the crossing guards do attend at the Morris County Fire Academy. Any activity that requires an individual to be out in the middle of the road, which is a fairly dangerous location, should receive as much training as possible. There is no cost to the Borough for this training. Mayor Zdichocki asked why a resolution is required if there is no cost to the Borough. Administrator McNeilly stated the Chief will need it to enter into the agreement. Councilman Riccardi stated, according to a note from the Borough Attorney, Ursula Leo, the resolution is required due to the fact there is an indemnification clause. The Sussex County Chief’s Association is sponsoring the training for crossing guards in Sussex County at Rutgers University on August 26th.
Mayor Zdichocki took a straw poll vote asking the governing body if they are in favor of the crossing guards attending the training session at Rutgers University. The results are as follows: Councilman Vance – yes; Councilman Wronko – yes: Councilman Riccardi – yes; Councilman Thornton – yes. Mayor Zdichocki asked that a resolution be placed on the agenda for the next scheduled meeting.
Councilman Thornton asked how quickly the results of the crossing guard study will be provided to the governing body. Administrator McNeilly stated the results may not be available until winter. Councilman Thornton stated, if that is the case, then any additional crossing guards would not be hired until 2023. Administrator McNeilly stated it is also possible that the study may determine a crossing guard is not warranted in an existing location. In that case, a crossing guard may need to be reallocated to another location.
NEW BUSINESS
RESOLUTIONS
Mayor Zdichocki offered the following resolutions which were read by title.
Resolution 129-22 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF STANHOPE EXTENDING THE THIRD QUARTER TAX PAYMENT DUE DATE
WHEREAS, R.S. 54:4-66.3 states that the third quarter taxes shall not be subject to interest until the later of either August 1, the additional 10-day grace period, or the twenty-fifth calendar day after the date that the tax bill was mailed; and
WHEREAS, R.S. 54:4-66.3 also states payments received after the later of August 1, the additional 10-day grace period, or the twenty-fifth calendar date after the date that the tax bill was mailed, may be charged interest back to August 1; and
WHEREAS, a delay in the certification of the tax rate has resulted in a delay of the printing and mailing of the 2022 tax bills;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Stanhope as follows:
- The due date for Third quarter 2022 Property Tax Payments, which would normally be August 1, 2022 with a 10-day interest-free grace period until August 10, 2022 or the first business day thereafter, will be extended to 25 days from the date of mailing.
- All subsequent payments in the 2022-2023 billing cycle will be due as pre-printed on the tax bill coupons, with the regular 10-day interest-free grace period.
On motion by Councilman Vance, seconded by Councilman Riccardi and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, the foregoing resolution was duly adopted.
Roll Call:
Councilwoman Kuncken – absent
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Vance – yes
Councilman Romano – absent
Councilman Wronko – yes
Resolution 130-22 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO SIDEWALKS, CURBS, & RAMPS AT VALLEY ROAD, DELAWARE AVENUE, AND VALLEY ROAD SCHOOL
WHEREAS, said project consists of roadway improvements to sidewalks, ramps, and curbs at Valley Road and Delaware Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the scope and extent of the work requires that the work be publicly bid pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has prepared Bid Specifications in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law for work to be completed, including the required Notice to Bidders.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Stanhope, County of Sussex, State of New Jersey, that the Borough is hereby authorized to advertise for bids for Valley Road and Delaware Avenue improvements in accordance with the prepared Bid Specifications.
On motion by Councilman Vance, seconded by Councilman Wronko and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, the foregoing resolution was duly adopted.
Roll Call:
Councilwoman Kuncken – absent
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Vance – yes
Councilman Romano – absent
Councilman Wronko – yes
Resolution 131-22 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING USE OF TILCON NEW YORK, INC., REIVAX CONTRACTING CORPORATION & DENVILLE LINE PAINTING, INC. AS SET FORTH IN THE MORRIS COUNTY CO-OP PUBLIC BIDS FOR VALLEY ROAD & DELAWARE AVENUE MILLING, PAVING, CURB REPLACEMENT AND LIMITED STRIPING NJDOT LOCAL AID PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Borough of Stanhope is in need of roadway milling, paving, curb replacement and limited striping for Valley Road and Delaware Avenue (the “Project”);
WHEREAS, the Borough applied for and received a Local Aid Grant from the New Jersey Department of Transportation; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer’s estimate for milling, paving, curb replacement and limited striping on Valley Road and Delaware Avenue is $136,134.04; and
WHEREAS, the Borough is a member of the Morris County Co-Op which has already publicly bid milling, paving, concrete curb replacement and striping services for the year 2022 and has awarded contracts therefore for the various services needed; and
WHEREAS, the Borough may utilize the Co-Op bid price as a member of the Co-Op without the need for further public bidding; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has recommended the use of the Co-Op bids for the above noted and various construction items for the “Project”; and
WHEREAS, the Borough awards the milling and resurfacing to Tilcon New York, Inc. for District #2 at $3.40 per square yard ($2.90 per SY plus allowance for fuel adjustment) for milling 0” — 2” in a total amount of $27,475.40; and for HMA 9.5M64 at $91.20 per ton (including an allowance of $16/SY for asphalt and fuel adjustment) in a total amount of $96,672.00 (see attached bid tabulation); and
WHEREAS, the Borough awards the concrete curb replacement to Reivax Contracting Corporation for District #2 at $30.00 per linear foot in a total amount of $9,960.00 (see attached bid tabulation);
WHEREAS, the Borough awards the limited striping to Denville Line Painting, Inc, for traffic striping on roadways, 4” wide long life thermoplastic at $0.92 per linear foot in a total of $312.80; traffic striping, 6” wide, long life thermoplastic at $1.36 per linear foot in a total amount of $346.80; traffic striping, 12” wide, long life thermoplastic at $1.84 per linear foot in a total amount of $471.04; and traffic markings, long life thermoplastic at $7.00 per square foot in a total amount of $896.00 (see attached bid tabulation);
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Stanhope, that the Borough shall utilize Tilcon New York, Inc. for milling and paving; Reivax Contracting Corporation for concrete curb restoration; and Denville Line Painting, Inc. for striping for the Valley Road and Delaware Avenue Local Aid Project at the 2022 Morris County Co-Op awarded bid prices and quantities as set forth in the attached bid tabulation.
On motion by Councilman Vance, seconded by Councilman Riccardi and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, the foregoing resolution was duly adopted.
Roll Call:
Councilwoman Kuncken – absent
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Vance – yes
Councilman Romano – absent
Councilman Wronko – yes
Resolution 132-22 RESOLUTION APPROVING SUBMITTAL OF GRANT APPLICATION AND EXECUTION OF GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS FOR THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN FIREFIGHTER GRANT (ARPFFG)
WHEREAS, the Borough of Stanhope desires to apply for and obtain a grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for approximately $75,000.00 to carry out a project to replace end of life Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Oxygen equipment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, 1) that the Borough of Stanhope does hereby authorize the application for such a grant to the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs to replace end of life Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Oxygen equipment: and, 2) recognizes and accepts that the Department may offer a lesser or greater amount and therefore, upon receipt of the grant agreement from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, does further authorize the execution of any such grant agreement; and also upon receipt of the fully executed agreement from the Department, does further authorize the expenditure of funds as awarded by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, with no contribution to be made by the Borough of Stanhope.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to submit an electronic grant application to the New Jersey Department of Transportation on behalf of the Borough of Stanhope.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the grant agreement on behalf of the Borough of Stanhope, upon review and acceptance by the Borough Attorney, and that their signature constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions of the grant agreement and approves the execution of the grant agreement, upon Borough Attorney review and acceptance.
On motion by Councilman Vance, seconded by Councilman Riccardi and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, the foregoing resolution was duly adopted.
Councilman Thornton asked Attorney Bolcato if the Borough Attorney had reviewed the resolution. Attorney Bolcato stated Attorney Ursula Leo reviewed the resolution and changed some of the language.
Roll Call:
Councilwoman Kuncken – absent
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Vance – yes
Councilman Romano – absent
Councilman Wronko – yes
CONSENT AGENDA (All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the Borough Council and were enacted by one motion of the Borough Council with no separate discussion.)
Resolution 133-22 RESOLUTION GRANTING WATER ALLOCATION TO APPLICANT, SERGIO LEMUS, FOR ONE LOT LOCATED ON SPARTA ROAD, IDENTIFIED ON THE TAX MAP OF THE BOROUGH OF STANHOPE AS BLOCK 10105, LOT 1.01
WHEREAS, Sergio Lemus has filed an application with appropriate fees for water allocation to service a one-family residential property at 39 Sparta Road, Block 10105, Lot 1.01; and
WHEREAS, the Borough’s checklist and Ordinance Sections 100-34C(4) and 100-35D all require a certification from the Mayor and Council that an adequate water supply capacity exists to service the proposed development; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council wish to comply with the Ordinance requirements to certify the availability of water for the single-family dwelling;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Stanhope that the application submitted by Sergio Lemus for water allocation be and is hereby granted as follows:
Water Allocation: 300 gpd
Resolution 134-22 RESOLUTION TO REFUND OVERPAYMENT OF TAXES FOR 100% DISABLED VETERAN
WHEREAS, the homeowner was approved to receive the property tax exemption of a totally disable veteran as of the date of application, April 8, 2022, and is therefore exempt from property taxes from the date forward; and
WHEREAS, the total amount due for 2022 was $6585.45; and
WHEREAS, the total liability is now pro-rated for 97 days from January 1, 2022 to April 7, 2022, or a total payable of $1,756.12; and
WHEREAS, the property owner has in good faith paid the amount of $2,169.51 in 2022, creating an overpayment of $395.10 in taxes on this property;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council of the Borough of Stanhope, that a check be drawn to the homeowner in the designated amount representing an overpayment of taxes, as follows:
Block Lot / Name & Address / Tax Year Amount
10607 5 / Francis Staples / 2022 $395.10
6 Lakeview Terrace
Stanhope, NJ 07874
Resolution 135-22 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF REDEMPTION MONIES TO OUTSIDE LIEN HOLDER
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector has received payment for the redemption of Tax Title Lien No. 2021-006 representing 2020 property taxes and/or utility charges on Block 11304, Lot 14 known as 99 Main St, assessed to Zachary Mannon, and;
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector certifies that reimbursement is now required to be made to the following lien holder for the required redemption amounts as shown below:
To Lienholder: Trystone Capital Assets, LLC
PO Box 1030
Brick, NJ 08723
Redemption Amount: Tax Title Lien #2021-006 and
Interest to Date of Meeting $ 920.57
Premium Paid by Lienholder 1,600.00
Total From Current Fund: $ 920.57
Total From Tax Premium Account 1,600.00
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council of the Borough of Stanhope, County of Sussex, State of New Jersey, that the Borough Treasurer be authorized to prepare the necessary check as stated above and to forward same to the lien holder.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Borough Chief Financial Officer/Tax Collector.
Resolution 136-22 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF REDEMPTION MONIES TO OUTSIDE LIEN HOLDER
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector has received payment for the redemption of Tax Title Lien No. 2021-001 representing 2020 property taxes and/or utility charges on Block 10605, Lot 13, known as 108 Brooklyn Rd, assessed to S W & Hinojosa Trush, and;
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector certifies that reimbursement is now required to be made to the following lien holder for the required redemption amounts as shown below:
To Lienholder: Pro Cap 8, LLC
US Bank Cust for Pro Cap 8
2500 McClellan Ave, Suite 200
Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Redemption Amount: Tax Title Lien #2021-001 and
Interest to Date of Meeting $ 2,519.35
Premium Paid by Lienholder 1,500.00
Total From Current Fund: $ 2,519.35
Total From Tax Premium Account 1,500.00
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council of the Borough of Stanhope, County of Sussex, State of New Jersey, that the Borough Treasurer be authorized to prepare the necessary check as stated above and to forward same to the lien holder.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Borough Chief Financial Officer/Tax Collector.
Resolution 137-22 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF REDEMPTION MONIES TO OUTSIDE LIEN HOLDER
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector has received payment for the redemption of Tax Title Lien No. 2021-008 representing 2020 property taxes and/or utility charges on Block 11501, Lot 2, Qualifier C0172 known as 10172 Dell Pl, assessed to Laura Guancione, and;
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector certifies that reimbursement is now required to be made to the following lien holder for the required redemption amounts as shown below:
To Lienholder: Trystone Capital Assets, LLC
PO Box 1030
Brick, NJ 08723
Redemption Amount: Tax Title Lien #2021-008 and
Interest to Date of Meeting $ 1,429.93
Premium Paid by Lienholder 1,600.00
Total From Current Fund: $ 1,429.93
Total From Tax Premium Account 1,600.00
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council of the Borough of Stanhope, County of Sussex, State of New Jersey, that the Borough Treasurer be authorized to prepare the necessary check as stated above and to forward same to the lien holder.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Borough Chief Financial Officer/Tax Collector.
Resolution 138-22 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF REDEMPTION MONIES TO OUTSIDE LIEN HOLDER
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector has received payment for the redemption of Tax Title Lien No. 2020-006 representing 2019 property taxes and/or utility charges on Block 11008, Lot 2, known as 12 Maple Terr, assessed to Stephen & Georgia Moodie, and;
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector certifies that reimbursement is now required to be made to the following lien holder for the required redemption amounts as shown below:
To Lienholder: Pro Cap 8, LLC
US Bank Cust for Pro Cap 8
2500 McClellan Ave, Suite 200
Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Redemption Amount: Tax Title Lien #2020-006 and
Interest to Date of Meeting $ 3,704.48
Premium Paid by Lienholder 200.00
Total From Current Fund: $ 3,704.48
Total From Tax Premium Account 200.00
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council of the Borough of Stanhope, County of Sussex, State of New Jersey, that the Borough Treasurer be authorized to prepare the necessary check as stated above and to forward same to the lien holder.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Borough Chief Financial Officer/Tax Collector.
On motion by Councilman Riccardi, seconded by Councilman Wronko and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, the foregoing resolutions were duly adopted.
Roll Call:
Councilwoman Kuncken – absent
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Vance – yes
Councilman Romano – absent
Councilman Wronko – yes
Mayor’s Appointment
Resolution 139-22 Mayor’s Appointment of Diana Kuncken to the Borough of Stanhope Board of Health
Mayor’s appointment to the Board of Health as follows:
Diana Kuncken to fill an unexpired term, said term to expire 12/31/2022
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Borough of Stanhope that they do hereby concur with the Mayor’s appointment of Diana Kuncken as a member of the Board of Health, to fill an unexpired 3-year term, with said term to expire December 31, 2022.
On motion by Councilman Wronko, seconded by Councilman Vance and unanimously carried by voice vote, the foregoing resolution was duly adopted.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Resolution 140-22 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF STANHOPE AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF BILLS
WHEREAS, the Chief Finance Officer has certified that funds are available in the proper account; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Finance Officer has approved payment upon certification from the Borough Department Heads that the goods and/or services have been rendered to the Borough;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Stanhope that the current bills list, dated July 26, 2022 and on file and available for public inspection in the Office of the Chief Finance Officer and approved by the Chief Finance Officer for payment, be paid.
On motion by Councilman Thornton, seconded by Councilman Riccardi and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote the foregoing resolution was duly adopted.
Councilwoman Kuncken – absent
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Vance – yes
Councilman Romano – absent
Councilman Wronko – yes
ATTORNEY REPORT
Angelo Bolcato, Borough Attorney, stated he had no report this evening.
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
Mayor Zdichocki opened the meeting to the public after advising attendees that there is a five (5) minute time limit for each speaker.
Rosemarie Maio, 31 Maple Terrace, stated the new home which was built on Linden Avenue, approaching Sagamore Road, has an existing fire hydrant in the right way. The fire hydrant appears to be totally inaccessible in the event there is a fire. Ms. Maio stated she mentioned this to one of the firefighters a week ago or so. The valves where the hose attaches are level with the ground or may be below ground. This is definitely a safety issue. Administrator McNeilly stated he will inform the DPW Superintendent.
Seeing no one further from the public wishing to speak, Mayor Zdichocki closed the public portion of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Councilman Thornton, seconded by Councilman Vance, and unanimously carried by voice vote the meeting was adjourned at 7:34 P.M.
Approved:
Linda Chirip
Deputy Clerk