Township of Fredon
Township Committee Meeting Minutes

This REGULAR MEETING of the Fredon Township Committee was called to order by Chairman Lazzaro at 7:00 P.M.
Chairman Lazzaro advised those present that this meeting was being held in compliance with provisions of P.L. 1975, Chapter 231, Sections 4 & 13, as noticed to the New Jersey Herald and Sunday Herald in January 2011.

ATTENDING: Mrs. Coltelli, Mr. Richardson,
Mr. White, Mr. Lazzaro

ABSENT:  Mr. Thonnerieux

Chairman Lazzaro invited those present to participate in a flag salute.

CORRESPONDENCE: Upon MOTION by Committeewoman Coltelli, with second by Committeeman White, action was moved to waive reading of correspondence since list of same had been posted and copies made available for public inspection. All in favor. Motion carried.

CONSENT AGENDA:
Mayor Lazzaro asked if anyone wished to have any items separated. No response.

* MINUTES OF TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING: November 28, 2011

* RESOLUTIONS:
a) 2011-75: RESOLUTION TO ADD THE KEEPERS OF COURSENS
CORNERS TO THE TOWNSHIP’S INSURANCE POLICY
b) 2011-76: CANCELLATION OF APPROPRIATION BALANCES
c) 2011-77: TRANSFER OF 2011 CURRENT APPROPRIATIONS

Upon Motion by Committeewoman Coltelli, with second by Committeeman White, action was moved to approve adoption of the Consent Agenda.
ROLL CALL:  Mrs. Coltelli, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye;
Mr. White, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2011-75, RESOLUTION 2011-76, AND RESOLUTION 2011-77, as annexed, were introduced and passed at this Regular Meeting of the Fredon Township Committee.

VOUCHERS:  Upon Motion by Committeewoman Coltelli, with second by Committeeman White, action was moved to approve vouchers presented by CFO, Patrick Bailey.
Claims are listed on the attached schedule, which is made a part of the minutes of this meeting as a supplemental record.
ROLL CALL:  Mrs. Coltelli, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye;
Mr. White, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.

ORDINANCE 2011-13: CAPITAL ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $5,000.00 FROM THE TOWNSHIP OF FREDON RESERVE FOR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
Mayor Lazzaro advised that discussion and consideration of First Reading would be held on ORDINANCE 2011-13 as read by title. No public input will be held at this time.
Upon Motion by Committeewoman Coltelli, with second by Committeeman Richardson, action was moved on ORDINANCE 2011-13.
ROLL CALL:  Mrs. Coltelli, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye;
Mr. White, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE 2011-13 was introduced and passed at this Regular Meeting of the Fredon Township Committee. Copy has been posted and copies are available for anyone who requests one. Further consideration and public hearing will take place at the Regular Meeting of the Township Committee December 22, 2011.

MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Richardson, with second by Committeewoman Coltelli, action was moved to approve a 2% salary increase for the year 2012 benefitting all Township employees.
ROLL CALL:  Mrs. Coltelli, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye;
Mr. White, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.

MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Richardson, with second by Committeewoman Coltelli, action was moved to approve a proposal submitted by Zitone Construction in the amount of $2,827.50 to remove and replace 50 feet of gutters to the back of the civic center. Eight existing snow boots will also be replaced with dektite boots.
ROLL CALL:  Mrs. Coltelli, aye; Mr. Richardson, aye;
Mr. White, aye; Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.

Committeeman Richardson mentioned that the Kittatinny Midget Football League received an award for the best sportsmanship in the League. Fredon’s EMS was also included in the award.

Committeeman Lazzaro said that the Recreation Commission’s sponsored Radio City bus trip was a big success. The ice skating rink at the park is almost ready for the season.

At this time, the meeting was opened to the public.

Fredon Township resident Richard Straway was present to state the recently approved Stadium Bar and Grill is a huge success but is creating traffic problems on Newton Swartswood Road. Mr. Straway stated that the State Police were called about the parked cars that are lining both sides of the road. Also, the hazardous parking resulted in a car accident. Mr. Straway is kept awake at night from loud voices and horns blaring stemming from the Stadium. The establishment appears to exceed the buildings capacity. The Sussex County Fire Marshall will be contacted for an inspection of the facility. The Code Enforcement Officer will be asked to schedule an inspection as well. The clerk mentioned that the Zoning Board of Adjustment will be hearing the amended application to address an expansion of the use variance and Mr. Straway is welcome to attend the meeting with his comments and concerns.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Upon Motion by Committeewoman Coltelli, with second by Committeeman Richardson, action was moved on a RESOLUTION (as annexed) to move into EXECUTIVE SESSION at 7:40 P.M. All approved.

Committeewoman Coltelli left the meeting at 8:22 P.M.

Upon Motion of Committeeman White, with second by Committeeman Richardson, members of the Committee moved out of EXECUTIVE SESSION at 8:50 P.M.
Mayor Lazzaro advised that a matter regarding potential litigation as well as personnel matters were discussed. No decisions were made and the subject would be revealed at the appropriate time.

MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Richardson, with second by Committeeman White, action was moved to approve a request submitted by Arlene Fisher, Fredon Township Code Enforcement Officer and Zoning Officer to increase her weekly hours. Office hours will be increased by 1½ hours per week. Ms. Fisher will choose to work the 6 hours per week immediately or delay the increased hours until January, 2012.
ROLL CALL:  Mr. Richardson, aye; Mr. White, aye;
Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.

There being no further business before the Committee, upon Motion by Committeeman Richardson, with second by Committeeman White, this meeting was adjourned at 8:51 P.M. All approved.
 

Respectfully submitted,
Joanne Charner, RMC
Municipal Clerk

This REGULAR MEETING of the Fredon Township Committee was called to order by Chairman Lazzaro at 5:00 P.M.
Chairman Lazzaro advised those present that this meeting was being held in compliance with provisions of P.L. 1975, Chapter 231, Sections 4 & 13, as noticed to the New Jersey Herald and Sunday Herald in January 2011.

ATTENDING: Mr. Thonnerieux,
Mr. White, Mr. Lazzaro

ABSENT:  Mrs. Coltelli, Mr. Richardson

Chairman Lazzaro invited those present to participate in a flag salute.

CORRESPONDENCE: Upon MOTION by Committeeman Thonnerieux, with second by Committeeman White, action was moved to waive reading of correspondence since list of same had been posted and copies made available for public inspection. All in favor. Motion carried.

CONSENT AGENDA:
Mayor Lazzaro asked if anyone wished to have any items separated. No response.

* MINUTES OF TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING: December 8, 2011

* RESOLUTIONS:
a) 2011-78: TRANSFER OF 2011 APPROPRIATIONS

* REPORTS AS SUBMITTED BY:
a) Adv. Board of Health
b) Animal Control
c) Board of Adjustment
d) Code Enforcement/Zoning
e) Construction Official
f) Environmental Commission
g) Fire Company
h) Fire Sub Code Official
i) Fire Prevention
j) Municipal Court
k) Planning Board
l) Plumbing Inspector
m) Recreation Commission
n) Tax Collector
o) Treasurer
Upon Motion by Committeeman Thonnerieux, with second by Committeeman White, action was moved to approve adoption of the Consent Agenda.
ROLL CALL:  Mr. Thonnerieux, aye; Mr. White, aye;
Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2011-78 as annexed, was introduced and passed at this Regular Meeting of the Fredon Township Committee.

MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Thonnerieux, action was moved to amend the regular order of the agenda to recognize members of the public.

Fredon Township resident Willard Klemm came forward to inform the Committee that numerous areas of the Township roads are in need of repair. Mr. Klemm is frustrated that he does not have access to his fields along Puder Road to tend to his horses since the road is temporarily closed due to the bridge that is in need of repairs. David Simmons from the Township Engineer’s office was present to state that he would speak with the County about erecting a gate with a padlock that only Mr. Klemm and the County would have access to.

Mr. Simmons thanked the Committee for appointing Harold Pellow & Associates as Township Engineer and looks forward to working with the Committee and Township Boards in the future.

The meeting was closed to the public.

VOUCHERS:  Upon Motion by Committeeman Thonnerieux, with second by Committeeman White, action was moved to approve vouchers presented by CFO, Patrick Bailey.
Claims are listed on the attached schedule, which is made a part of the minutes of this meeting as a supplemental record.
ROLL CALL:  Mr. Thonnerieux, aye; Mr. White, aye;
Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.

ORDINANCE 2011-13: CAPITAL ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $5,000.00 FROM THE TOWNSHIP OF FREDON RESERVE FOR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
Mayor Lazzaro advised that discussion and consideration of Second Reading would be held on Ordinance 2011-13 as read by title. Copy has been posted and copies have been available for the public. Affidavit of publication has been received.
Upon Motion by Committeeman Thonnerieux, with second by Committeeman White, action was moved on ORDINANCE 2011-13. Mayor Lazzaro opened discussion to the public. There was no public comment.
ROLL CALL:  Mr. Thonnerieux, aye; Mr. White, aye;
Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.
BE IT RESOLVED that ORDINANCE 2011- 13, as annexed, was introduced and passed at Second Reading at this Regular Meeting of the Fredon Township Committee.

MOTION: Upon Motion by Committeeman Thonnerieux, with second by Committeeman White, action was moved to approve the Bear Brook Final Settlement Tax Appeal Refunds in the amount of $170,036.00
ROLL CALL:  Mr. Thonnerieux, aye; Mr. White, aye;
Mr. Lazzaro, aye. Motion carried.

Committeeman White mentioned that the Committee will need to budget for a new truck for the road department.

Committeeman Lazzaro said that the Committee should plan to fund numerous road repairs next year.

Committeeman Lazzaro stated that the Fire Company has been busy helping Santa visit the children in Fredon and delivering gifts. The Fire Company will be collecting Christmas trees curbside for Township residents on January 7th for a fee of $15.00. The Fire Company has responded to over 300 calls this year. A good portion of those calls were mutual aid calls into other municipalities.

Committeeman White spoke of the recently attended Recreation Commission meeting where Commissioner Joseph Coltelli was honored for his many years of service on the Commission. Mr. Coltelli will be resigning at the end of the year. The Recreation Commission is planning the installation of a basketball court at Lodestar Park.

Committeeman Thonnerieux had several questions regarding the Statewide Insurance renewal policy. In particular, aircraft liability was questioned why it was part of the policy for Fredon Township.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Upon Motion by Committeeman White, with second by Committeeman Thonnerieux, action was moved on a RESOLUTION (as annexed) to move into EXECUTIVE SESSION at 6:00 P.M. All approved. Upon motion of Committeeman White, with second by Committeeman Thonnerieux, members of the Committee moved out of EXECUTIVE SESSION at 6:20 P.M.
Mayor Lazzaro advised that a matter regarding potential litigation as well as personnel matters were discussed. No decisions were made and the subject would be revealed at the appropriate time.

There being no further business before the Committee, upon Motion by Committeeman White, with second by Committeeman Thonnerieux, this meeting was adjourned at 6:21 P.M. All approved.

Respectfully submitted,
Joanne Charner, RMC
Municipal Clerk