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Borough of Stanhope

The Gateway to Sussex County

March 12, 2019 Work Session and Agenda Meeting

April 24, 2019

MAYOR AND COUNCIL
WORK SESSION AND AGENDA MEETING
March 12, 2019
6:00 P.M.

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CALL TO ORDER

SALUTE TO COLORS

Mayor Maio 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 9, 2019 and was placed on the Official Bulletin Board in the Municipal Building.

Furthermore, notice of the meeting time change was sent to the New Jersey Herald and the Daily Record on March 4, 2019 and was placed on the Official Bulletin Board in the Municipal Building.

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

Council Members:

Councilwoman Kuncken – present
Councilwoman Thistleton – present
Councilman Riccardi – present
Councilman Thornton – present
Councilman Romano – present
Councilwoman Zdichocki – present

Mayor Maio – present

2019 MUNICIPAL BUDGET DISCUSSION

Mayor Maio stated the Finance Committee met and reviewed the open items in the Budget. There were a few items that needed to be added back into the Budget. The Finance Committee recommended adding $10,000 into the Budget for the flashing beacon at the crosswalk on Brooklyn Road and Crestview Drive; adding $1,800 to increase general liability the general liability to $3,800, which was recommended by the JIF; adding $1,700 for Weather Works which is an annual fee and will allow us access to meteorologists who specialize in local weather. Administrator McNeilly added it will also be helpful with scheduling Borough projects and events. Mayor Maio noted the other open item was salary increases for Borough employees. The Finance Committee recommended a 3% increase for all non-union employees other than part-time sub-code officials whose salaries will remain the same. The Finance Committee also recommended a $500 increase for the Registrar and Deputy Registrar. The total of these increases amounts to about $20,000. Mayor Maio said she asked the CFO the impact on the Budget with these increases. There is a .93% increase in the Budget with a 1.13% increase in the tax levy and amount the average household is impacted is $26.96. Administrator McNeilly noted the iPads will be included in the capital budget. Councilwoman Kuncken clarified that the 3% increase is for this year and does not carry to future years. Council agreed with the Finance Committee’s recommendations. Mayor Maio asked the CFO to rerun a final copy of the Budget. The Budget will be introduced at the next meeting. Mayor Maio thanked the CFO and Administrator for their hard work on the Budget and she thanked the Council for their attention on the Budget. Councilwoman Zdichocki asked about Weather Works. Mayor Maio stated Weather Works is a working tool for the Administrator and the DPW. Administrator McNeilly stated this was looked at during the League Conference and the storm information provided, including the timeframe for each location, was accurate. It will show weather in our specific area and can be used for determining weather for Borough events. Administrator McNeilly reminded the governing body that last year every one of the Borough’s special public events were cancelled due to the weather. The primary contact will be DPW Superintendent Jason Titsworth.

COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS

Mayor Maio noted Committee Reports were waived at the last meeting and moved to this meeting.

Public Safety – Councilwomen Kuncken/Thistleton

(Police, Fire, Ambulance, Court & Violations Bureau, Emergency Management)

Councilwoman Kuncken read the Fire Department’s report for the month of January. They answered 12 calls with 46.75-man hours; had 4 mutual aid calls; 1 call assisting the EMS; 4 drills with 61-man hours; 1 special detail. The total number of man hours volunteered for the month was 147.75 hours.

Councilwoman Kuncken stated there is a report from the Fire Official. The report shows where he inspected, but does not show any results of the inspections.

Councilwoman Kuncken reported the Police Department answered a total 299 calls for the month of January with the majority being motor vehicle stops at 145.

Councilwoman Kuncken stated the Ambulance Squad submitted their annual report showing their yearly activity for 2018. They answered a total of 709 calls and 29 out of town calls. They treated 532 patients, made 439 trips to the hospital for a total of 12,562 miles traveled. They had 2,692 hours 49 minutes of volunteer hours. They had 2 assists by Netcong Fire Department and 3 assists by Stanhope Fire Department. Councilwoman Kuncken reported for the month of January, the Ambulance Squad answered 46 call and had no out-of-town calls. They treated 34 patients, made 29 trips to the hospital for a total of 885 miles traveled. They had 128 hours 12 minutes of volunteer hours.

Councilwoman Kuncken stated the Administrator’s Report will address the Fire Department’s Bucket Drop request she spoke about at the last meeting. Councilwoman Kuncken also stated they are still waiting for a response from the Fire Department on the discussion they had about the brush truck. Councilwoman Kuncken noted the Borough spent over $15,000 since 2012 for maintenance on that vehicle. The vehicle is not being used anymore. They offered to give the truck to the Fire Department, who could then sell it and get money for their department. Mayor Maio noted the vehicle no longer has a use for the Borough and given the Fire Department’s current situation, the governing body is willing to give it to them with the proviso that it is kept out of service. Mayor Maio asked the Administrator to follow up with the Fire Department and give them a deadline of April 1st to provide a response. Councilman Riccardi asked the status of the Fire Department’s grant request for equipment. Administrator McNeilly responded their first two attempts fails; however, they have one additional grant they will be applying for.

Finance & Administration – Councilman Romano/Councilwoman Kuncken

Councilman Romano reported tax collection at the end of January was $946,370.26, which is the same for year to date. The percentage of first quarter taxes is 29.684%. Councilman Romano reported water collection for the month of January was $29,566.81 and sewer collection for the month of January was $35,813.38.

Community Development – Councilwoman Zdichocki/Councilman Thornton

(Zoning, Construction, Code Enforcement, Economic Development, Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Revitalization)

Councilwoman Zdichocki reported there were 9 zoning permit applications and 10 properties were registered in January. The total registration fees collected through the end of January was $57,500. There were 11 violations and complaints.

Municipal Infrastructure – Councilman Thornton/Councilwoman Zdichocki

(Water Distribution, Sewer Collection System, Road Construction & Maintenance, Buildings & Grounds)

Councilman Thornton reported all State water reports have been completed and sent to the State. They have started the electrical upgrade at Well #2.

Information Technology – Councilmen Riccardi/Romano

Councilman Riccardi stated he gave his report at the last meeting and has nothing new to report.

Boards/Commissions – Councilwoman Thistleton/Councilman Riccardi

Councilwoman Thistleton reported he has been in contact with the Recreation Commission about their events. The Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 13th at 12:00 noon at the park. The members of the Recreation Commission are pushing for a summer camp. They met with Netcong and were pleased with the meeting. Mayor Maio stated it is her understanding the Netcong Education Foundation is supporting a camp. The person in charge of the camp runs their afterschool program. The camp will be handled by Netcong’s Recreation Commission only, but Stanhope children are invited to participate. Councilwoman Thistleton noted it is time to begin preparing for Miss Stanhope. She will be getting letters ready to distribute to the schools. She will meet with the Recreation Commission about coordinating the event and schedule a date for the Miss Stanhope Contest. Mayor Maio suggested Councilwoman Thistleton also reach out to those individuals who expressed an interest in assisting with the Miss Stanhope Contest.

Councilwoman Kuncken said she noticed a sign about a camp on one of the poles at the school; however, she is not sure of the content of the sign.

ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

Highlands Commission – Administrator McNeilly reported he contacted the Commission and informed them the governing body is not looking to partner at this time.

Port Morris Pump Station – Administrator McNeilly reported he, Eric Keller and Jason Titsworth had the final design review meeting for the station. Bid specs are being created. The bid notice will be published on March 14th and the bid opening will be on April 10th. Administrator McNeilly noted they will be putting in their own flow meter on this pump station. The pump station at Musconetcong Park does not have a flow meter, but it has run times on the meter. Administrator McNeilly advised that the lead time on this is because the vendor awarded the contract will need to purchase the pump.

Plaster Mill – Administrator McNeilly stated he received a request from Councilman Riccardi for an update on removing the Plaster Mill from the Historic Registry. Administrator McNeilly stated this matter got stalled between his office and the Borough Engineer. They will submit the request this month.

Environmental Commission Request – Administrator McNeilly directed the governing body to a memo from the Environmental Commission requesting permission to submit an application to ANJEC for a grant for trail erosion remediation and he asked the governing body’s guidance on a reply. Administrator McNeilly stated the path is severely rutted. The path is a pedestrian path that goes from Stanhope School to the back of Lenape Valley Regional High School and past the student parking lot. There is the question of property ownership towards the end of the trail. Administrator McNeilly added it is part of the trail plan. Mayor Maio clarified the trail plan is “existing and future trail plans.” Administrator McNeilly stated the Environmental Commission shows it is in the right-of-way. Councilman Riccardi explained it is only the leading path. The hill down to where the pond starts is the only issue. Mayor Maio asked if it is in the wetlands. Administrator McNeilly responded in the negative, adding it is where water transitions through. Administrator McNeilly believes it is within the right-of-way. Councilman Riccardi stated the Environmental Commission is looking to apply for an ANJEC grant to see what can be done. The grants are between $1,200 and $1,800. Mayor Maio stated, in the past, the Borough has received $1,500. Councilman Riccardi stated the grant would fund engineering services to review and determine what needs to be done. The governing body discussed the request and agreed, if awarded, the grant would fund engineering services and if the Engineer said it could be done, the funds for the project could be included in next year’s budget. Council agreed to permit the Environmental Commission to submit an application for the ANJEC Grant. Administrator McNeilly will inform the Environmental Commission of Council’s decision.

JCP&L – Administrator McNeilly reported he has been in contact with the area representative to investigate the installation of lighting at the American Legion crosswalk and he is waiting to hear back. Councilwoman Zdichocki noted a resident’s concern about the lighting at Canfield and asked if this could be brought to JCP&L’s attention. Administrator McNeilly responded he inspected the site of the light pole and although if may be on the wrong side of the road, there is no more or less lighting at that corner than other places throughout the Borough. The Administrator will speak to JCP&L about this location.

Fire Department Bucket Drop – Administrator McNeilly noted a request was made at the Public Safety Committee meeting to review the Borough’s position on NJDOT application regarding the bucket drop on a State Highway. The Police Chief has indicated that if the traffic plan is prepared by the Borough Engineer, he would then only need to have the duty officer periodically check on the event. The Fire Chief is arranging to have the previously prepared plan provided, after which he will have it reviewed by the Borough Engineer. After review by the Engineer the Mayor and Council can decide by resolution if they wish to proceed with the application.

WORK SESSION

Google Suite – Mayor Maio said there is nothing new to report other than they will go through the capital budget for the purchase of the laptops. Mayor Maio asked if the Borough Attorney will also get a laptop. Administrator McNeilly responded they will order 8 so there will be a back-up one if needed. He spoke to Ursula Leo and she said if everything is emailed to her prior to the meeting, she will print it out and will not need a laptop. Mayor Maio asked the Administrator to create a “user policy” for use of the laptops, which should include return of the laptop if no longer a member of the governing body and security measures. Mayor Maio added the laptops are Borough property and are only to be used for Borough business. Councilman Romano asked about google drive and whether they will all be working on one or will one be assigned to each user. Councilman Riccardi responded it is one per user, but users can assign permission to share with your group to view it.

TAP Grant – Mayor Maio noted there are no updates on this matter. Administrator McNeilly advised that Eric Keller will be attending the April 9th meeting, at which he will provide an update.

Sussex County League of Municipalities Meeting – Councilwoman Zdichocki noted the topic of the upcoming meeting of the Sussex County League of Municipalities is “The Legalization of Marijuana in NJ Fact/Fiction. Councilwoman Zdichocki believes it is important to have a representative from Council attend this meeting. There are three members of the governing body who can attend and have the Borough pay for their attendance. Members of the governing body who are not one of the three for that month’s meeting can attend and pay for their attendance. Mayor Maio stated she and the Administrator will be attending the meeting. Councilwoman Kuncken, Councilwoman Thistleton and Councilman Riccardi said they will also be attending the meeting.

NEW BUSINESS

ORDINANCES

Mayor Maio offered the following ordinances for Introduction and First Reading which was read by title.

Ordinance for Introduction and First Reading [Public Hearing on March 26, 2019]

Ordinance 2019-04 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF STANHOPE, SUSSEX COUNTY, NEW JERSEY AMENDING SECTION 144-3, LICENSE REQUIRED; FEE, OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF STANHOPE

WHEREAS, the Borough of Stanhope Board of Health has reviewed Section 144-3 of the Borough Code and has determined a revision is necessary to clarify the intent of exceptions to payment for retail food-handling applications.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Stanhope, Sussex County, New Jersey, as follows:

SECTION 1

Section 144-3.D shall be deleted in its entirety and revised as follows:

D. There shall be a charge of $50.00 for each such license, except that any non-profit school or non-profit organization shall be exempt from such license fee.

SECTION 2 – SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Ordinance or the application of this Ordinance to any person or circumstances is held invalid, the remainder of this Ordinance shall not be affected and shall remain in full force and effect.

SECTION 3 – REPEALER

All ordinances or parts of ordinances or resolutions that are inconsistent or in opposition to the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed in their entirety.

SECTION 4: EFFECTIVE DATE

This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption and publication in accordance with law.

On motion by Councilman Romano, seconded by Councilman Riccardi and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, the foregoing ordinance was introduced.

Roll Call:

Councilwoman Kuncken – yes
Councilwoman Thistleton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Romano – yes
Councilwoman Zdichocki – yes

On motion by Councilwoman Kuncken, seconded by Councilwoman Zdichocki, and unanimously carried by voice vote, the Mayor and Council instructed the Clerk to post the ordinance and authorized publication of same.

Ordinance 2019-05 CALENDAR YEAR 2019 ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF STANHOPE, COUNTY OF SUSSEX, NJ TO EXCEED THE MUNICIPAL BUDGET APPROPRIATION LIMITS AND TO ESTABLISH A CAP BANK (N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14)

WHEREAS, the Local Government Cap Law, N.J.S. 40A: 4-45.1 et seq., provides that in the preparation of its annual budget, a municipality shall limit any increase in said budget up to 2.5% unless authorized by ordinance to increase it to 3.5% over the previous year’s final appropriations, subject to certain exceptions; and,

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.15a provides that a municipality may, when authorized by ordinance, appropriate the difference between the amount of its actual final appropriation and the 3.5% percentage rate as an exception to its final appropriations in either of the next two succeeding years; and,

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Stanhope in the County of Sussex finds it advisable and necessary to increase its CY 2019 budget by up to 3.5% over the previous year’s final appropriations, in the interest of promoting the health, safety and welfare of the citizens; and,

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council hereby determines that a 1.0% increase in the budget for said year, amounting to $35,386.95 in excess of the increase in final appropriations otherwise permitted by the Local Government Cap Law, is advisable and necessary; and,

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council hereby determines that any amount authorized hereinabove that is not appropriated as part of the final budget shall be retained as an exception to final appropriation in either of the next two succeeding years.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Stanhope, in the County of Sussex, a majority of the full authorized membership of this governing body affirmatively concurring, that, in the CY 2019 budget year, the final appropriations of the Borough of Stanhope shall, in accordance with this ordinance and N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14, be increased by 3.5%, amounting to $123,854.31, and that the CY 2019 municipal budget for the Borough of Stanhope be approved and adopted in accordance with this ordinance; and,

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that any amount authorized hereinabove that is not appropriated as part of the final budget shall be retained as an exception to final appropriation in either of the next two succeeding years; and,

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a certified copy of this ordinance as introduced be filed with the Director of the Division of Local Government Services within 5 days of introduction; and,

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a certified copy of this ordinance upon adoption, with the recorded vote included thereon, be filed with said Director within 5 days after such adoption.

On motion by Councilwoman Zdichocki, seconded by Councilman Romano and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, the foregoing ordinance was introduced.

Roll Call:

Councilwoman Kuncken – yes
Councilwoman Thistleton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Romano – yes
Councilwoman Zdichocki – yes

On motion by Councilwoman Thistleton, seconded by Councilwoman Zdichocki, and unanimously carried by voice vote, the Mayor and Council instructed the Clerk to post the ordinance and authorized publication of same.

RESOLUTIONS

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 065-19 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF WATER/SEWER BILL INTEREST CHARGE

WHEREAS, Rosa Taddei is the owner of the property located at Block 10901, Lot 22, 22 Valley Road in Stanhope Borough (the “Property”); and

WHEREAS, Ms. Taddei was charged interest on her water/sewer bill in the amount of $5.03; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Taddei has requested a refund of $5.03 for interest of water and sewer fees and the Borough has determined that the request should be granted.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Stanhope that Ms. Taddei be refunded $5.03 to her water/sewer bill for interest charged.

Resolution 066-19 RESOLUTION WAIVING WATER/SEWER FEE AND CHARGING YEARLY FEE OF $230.00 PER YEAR FOR THE UNIMPROVED LOT

WHEREAS, Deborah Arace has made a request on behalf of Glegg Stewart, owner of the property located at Block 11106, Lot 6, 3-7 Musconetcong Avenue in Stanhope Borough (the “Property”); and

WHEREAS, the home on the property was burned down from a fire on April 5, 2018; and

WHEREAS, the property has been charged the base rate for sewer and water of $205.00 a quarter (sewer – $122.00/water – $83.00); and

WHEREAS, the cost for unimproved lots is $230.00 per Chapter 166 of the Borough Code.

WHEREAS, it has been requested that a waiver of water and sewer fees be granted and the Borough has determined that the property should be charged $230.00 per year as an unimproved property since no home exists on the property.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Block 11106, Lot 6 shall be relieved from the payment of water and sewer fees in the amount of $820.00 and shall be charged the yearly fee of $230.00 per year for the unimproved lot from the end of the first quarter of 2018 through the time a Certificate of Occupancy is obtained for the Property.

Resolution 067-19 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF MUNICIPAL CERTIFICATE OF SALE

WHEREAS, Certificate of Sale #2018-006 was issued to Stanhope Borough, 77 Main Street, Stanhope, New Jersey 07874 for delinquent 2017 taxes and/or utility charges on Block 10901, Lot 20, located at 18 Valley Road, assessed to Thomas A Taylor at a tax sale held on October 16, 2018; and,

WHEREAS, the certificate was redeemed on February 28, 2019 by paying the full amount of the delinquency.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Municipal Clerk of the Borough of Stanhope are hereby authorized to endorse Certificate of Sale #2018-006 for cancellation.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Borough Chief Financial Officer/Tax Collector.

Resolution 068-19 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF MUNICIPAL CERTIFICATE OF SALE

WHEREAS, Certificate of Sale #2018-028 was issued to Stanhope Borough, 77 Main Street, Stanhope, New Jersey 07874 for delinquent 2017 taxes and/or utility charges on Block 11603, Lot 27, located at 28 Dell Road, assessed to Robert & Margaret Flynn at a tax sale held on October 16, 2018; and,

WHEREAS, the certificate was redeemed on February 28, 2019 by paying the full amount of the delinquency.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Municipal Clerk of the Borough of Stanhope are hereby authorized to endorse Certificate of Sale #2018-028 for cancellation.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Borough Chief Financial Officer/Tax Collector.

Resolution 069-19 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. 2018-030, representing property taxes and/or utility charges on Block 11701 L 13.18 C0814, known as 814 Stonegate Ln, assessed to Harold & Patricia Coppla, 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: Stuart Lasher

P.O. Box 83

Milltown, NJ 08850

Redemption Amount: Tax Title Lien #2018-030 and

Interest to Date of Meeting $ 3,368.79

Premium Paid by Lienholder 0.00

Total From Current Fund: $ 3,368.79

Total From Tax Premium Account 0.00

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 Thornton and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, the foregoing resolutions were duly adopted.

Roll Call:

Councilwoman Kuncken – yes
Councilwoman Thistleton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Romano – yes
Councilwoman Zdichocki – yes

PAYMENT OF BILLS

Resolution 070-19 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 March 12, 2019 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 Romano, seconded by Councilwoman Kuncken and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote the foregoing resolution was duly adopted.

Roll Call:

Councilwoman Kuncken – yes
Councilwoman Thistleton – yes
Councilman Riccardi – yes
Councilman Thornton – yes
Councilman Romano – yes
Councilwoman Zdichocki – yes

AGENDA ITEMS

All items listed on the Agenda for March 26, 2019 were approved.

CITIZEN’S TO BE HEARD

Mayor Maio opened the meeting to the public after advising attendees that there is a five (5) minute time limit for each speaker.

Ted L’Estrange, 46 Prospect Hill Road, Cuddebackville, New York approached the governing body to speak about forced organ harvesting in China. Over the past decade reports have emerged that the Chinese regime is killing prisoners of conscience to supply its organ transplantation industry. In countries with advanced healthcare capabilities and organized organ donation systems, patients usually wait years for a donor to become available; yet in China, waiting times for kidney and liver transplants were commonly listed in weeks. Investigators jointly published an updated report on the on-demand nature and scale of organ transplantation in China, finding that the transplant volume is far larger than previously estimated. Mr. L’Estrange said word of mouth is needed to make known what is happening.

Michael McFarland, 9 Maryann Terrace, Stanhope stated he is new to the town, having purchased a perfect home in a perfect community.

Seeing no one from the public wishing to speak, Mayor Maio closed the public portion of the meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

On motion by Councilman Romano, seconded by Councilman Thornton, and unanimously carried by voice vote the meeting was adjourned at 7:00 P.M.

Approved: Ellen Horak, RMC
Borough Clerk

Filed Under: Minutes: Mayor and Council

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