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MONTCLAIR, NEW JERSEY August 5, 2008
The Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, met in the Conference Room in the Municipal Building, 205 Claremont Avenue, for a pre-meeting conference at 7:05 P.M.
Present: Mayor Fried, Deputy Mayor Terry and Councilors Africk, Baskerville, Lewis, Murnick and Weller.
Absent: None
STATEMENT OF SUNSHINE NOTICE
DCH AND DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT:
Township Planner Karen Kadus provided an overview of development in the five block area west of North Fullerton Avenue including the redevelopment of the former Orange Road Municipal Parking Lot. Ms. Kadus explained that, since the dissolution of the Montclair Redevelopment Authority, the Council now serves as the Local Redevelopment Agency.
Ms. Kadus also provided a history of the “Church Street Parking Lot” currently owned by the Pinnacle Corporation. An agreement with the owner allows the public to park in the lot for a fee paid to the Montclair Parking Authority. According to the 2003 redevelopment plan, the following options are available as appropriate use for redevelopment of the site:
1. Hotel with 100 rooms
2. Mixed use building (commercial and residential)
3. Public parking deck with ground floor retail.
Ms. Kadus addressed plans for the site of the former Katherine Gibbs College which will be converted into 20,500 square feet of business and medical offices.
Other buildings to be redeveloped:
Luna Stage
DeCozen Motors
Mobil Gas Station, corner of Valley Road and Bloomfield Avenue
Future public improvements:
South Park Street Pedestrian Plaza
New sidewalks on Bloomfield Avenue between Orange Road and South Mountain Avenue
(this project is not CBDG eligible)
Continue decorative street lamps and installation
Focus on creating a “pedestrian friendly” downtown
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MOUNTAINSIDE TENNIS COURTS RFP PROPOSAL:
Township Manager Joseph Hartnett reported that several companies and individuals have approached the Township with a plan enclosing and maintaining the clay tennis courts located at Mountainside Park and operate them year round. Mr. Hartnett suggested that a task force be created to investigate this possibility.
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HANDICAPPED PARKING ON PUBLIC STREETS:
Mayor Fried explained that this was a policy issue for the Township. Councilor Baskerville referenced a request by Mrs. Wineglass, 16 Mission Street, to secure an on-the-street parking space for use by her daughter with a disability. Councilor Weller requested that the Council consider an ordinance providing for the establishment of restricted “handicapped” parking zones in front of residences of the disabled.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Ms. Robin Woods expressed concern that announcing one’s name and address at a Council meeting may create a security issue.
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At 7:54 P.M., on motion made by Mayor Fried and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote:
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WHEREAS, Section 8 of the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting in certain circumstances; and
WHEREAS, this public body is of the opinion that such circumstances presently exist,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, as follows:
1. The public shall be excluded from discussion of and action upon the hereinafter specified subject matters.
2. The general nature of the subject matters to be discussed are as follows: Advice of Counsel.
3. We do not anticipate that the matters discussed will be made public.
4. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
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At 8:03 P.M., on motion made by Mayor Fried and duly seconded, the executive session was adjourned by unanimous vote.
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The Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, met in the Council Chambers in the Municipal Building, 205 Claremont Avenue, for a Regular Meeting at 8:10 P.M.
Present: Mayor Fried, Deputy Mayor Terry and Councilors Africk, Baskerville, Lewis, Murnick and Weller.
Absent: None
STATEMENT OF SUNSHINE NOTICE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATION OF STREET RANKINGS:
Guests: Mr. Steve Wood, Director of Community Services and Ms. Kimberli Craft, Township Engineer.
Ms. Craft outlined the responsibilities of the Montclair Engineering Bureau:
Township of Montclair
Street Improvement Program
Presentation to the Township Council
August 5, 2008
Township of Montclair
Engineering Bureau - DCS
Design and construction management for
- Streets
- Storm sewers
- Parks
Other duties
- Permitting and inspections for private construction
- Traffic engineering and safety concerns
- Stormwater management
- Maintenance of Township maps; and
- Assistance to residents with engineering-related matters
Street Improvement Program
- Evaluation
- Prioritization
- Programming
- Construction
Evaluation
Condition inspection
- pavement
- curbs
- drainage
Evaluation Criteria
- Curbs Rated 1 through 5
- Pavement rated 1 through 4
- Drainage rated 1 through 5
Note: 1 is excellent, 4 is poor (5 not constructed)
Prioritization Process
Considerations for ranking of Streets:
- Curb, Pavement and Drainage rating
- Intensity of use
• whether it is a high volume through-type street or mainly serves local traffic. Generally, a street that serves larger volumes of traffic would be rated higher and thus may be improved sooner.
- Funding Eligibility
• how much money is received in the form of state and federal grants, as well as what is authorized by the Township Council for street improvements.
Programming
Three programs for funding
- Street Reconstruction
• curbs, drainage and paving
- Curb Construction
• curbs, drainage only
- Pavement Management
• resurfacing or paving
Curb Condition*
1999 vs. 2007
 
*as of November 2007.
Pavement Condition*
1999 vs. 2007
 
*as of November 2007.
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On motion made by Mayor Fried and duly seconded, the minutes of July 22, 2008 were approved by unanimous vote.
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NEW BUSINESS
Councilor Lewis introduced the following ordinance and made a motion which was duly seconded, that it pass first reading and be further considered for final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on September 9, 2008.
“ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 230-13, 230-14 AND 230-27 OF THE TOWNSHP CODE RELATING TO THE REQUIRED FORM AND MANNER OF DISPLAY OF PARKING PERMITS.”
(08-26).
The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Councilor Lewis introduced the following ordinance and made a motion which was duly seconded, that it pass first reading and be further considered for final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on September 9, 2008.
“ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 327-18 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE (PROHIBIT PARKING DURING CERTAIN HOURS ON ESSEX AVENUE BETWEEN CHESTNUT STREET AND CHAMPLAIN TERRACE” (08-27).
The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Councilor Lewis introduced the following ordinance and made a motion which was duly seconded, that it pass first reading and be further considered for final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on September 9, 2008.
“ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 327-16 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE (“THE VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC ORDINANCE”) REGARDING PROHIBITED PARKING ON THE WESTERLY SIDE OF ESSEX AVENUE BETWEEN CHESTNUT STREET AND CHAMPLAIN TERRACE AND THE NORTHLY SIDE OF COLUMBUS AVENUE BETWEEN CHRISTOPHER STREET AND ESSEX AVENUE.” (08-28).
The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Councilor Murnick introduced the following ordinance and made a motion which was duly seconded, that it pass first reading and be further considered for final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on September 9, 2008.
“ORDINANCE AMENDING THE VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE TOWNSHIP MANAGER TO TEMPORARILY CLOSE ANY STREET OR PORTION THEREOF BY REGULATION.” (08-29).
The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Councilor Baskerville introduced the following ordinance and made a motion which was duly seconded, that it pass first reading and be further considered for final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on September 9, 2008.
“ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING SECTION 327-24 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE ENTITLED “HANDICAPPED PARKING” TO PROVIDE FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF RESTRICTED PARKING ZONES IN FRONT OF RESIDENCES OCCUPIED BY HANDICAPPED PERSONS.” (08-30).
The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Councilor Weller introduced the following ordinance and made a motion which was duly seconded, that it pass first reading and be further considered for final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on September 9, 2008.
“ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A RESTRICTED PARKING ZONE FOR HANDICAPPED PARKING IN FRONT OF PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 16 MISSION STREET.” (08-31).
The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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On motion made by Councilor Africk and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote:
WHEREAS, on February 26, 2008, the Township Council adopted a Resolution which authorized the Township Manager to solicit bids and/or proposals for the design, installation and/or operation of a wireless transmission facility for cellular communications, with minimum adverse visual or other impacts, at the Department of Community Services/Public Works Yard located at 219 North Fullerton Avenue, in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., and/or the Local Lands Buildings Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:12-1 et seq.;
WHEREAS, preparation of documentation to proceed to solicit bids and/or proposals as aforesaid has not yet been completed; and
WHEREAS, telecommunication providers have continued to seek locations throughout the Township for the installation of telecommunications facilities, including locations for the erection of monopoles; and
WHEREAS, the Township Council reaffirms its support of the public policies expressed in Section 347-17.1 of the Township Code for establishment and/or expansion of wireless telecommunications services in the Township of Montclair in a manner so as to protect residential neighbors and minimize the adverse visual impact and operational effects of wireless telecommunications facilities through careful design, location and screening of such facilities; and
WHEREAS, the Township Council wished to amend the Resolution adopted on February 26, 2008 to provide further parameters for the Township Manager in carrying out such Resolution; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, as follows:
1. To facilitate the solicitation of bids and/or proposals for the design, installation and/or operation of wireless transmission facility for wireless communications, the Township Manager be and is hereby authorized to retain, as deemed appropriate, professional consultants with respect to the technical, legal, architectural or other issues relating to the preparation of necessary documentation for offering the use of municipal property for a wireless transmission facility;
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2. The Township Manager and Township Attorney are hereby directed to complete the preparation of the documentation for the solicitation of bids and/or proposals in connection therewith within sixty (60) days of the adoption of this Resolution.
3. The documentation for the solicitation of bids and/or proposals shall provide for, but not be limited to, each of the following conditions to the extent deemed appropriate:
A.The use of a design approved by the Township that has the least adverse aesthetic impact and which is architecturally harmonious with the character of the community, giving due consideration to the surrounding areas; and
B.Criteria sufficient for the Township to confirm that the proposed elevation for the transmission facility is the lowest height that is technologically required, or a height otherwise acceptable to the Township;
C.That the selection of the successful bid or proposal will be determined by the Township Council consistent with any applicable legal requirements based on its view of the bid or proposal that is most advantageous to the Township and best serves the public interest, after taking into account the aesthetic impact of the proposed facility, the cost to the Township, the revenues to be received by the Township and other relevant evaluation criteria to be included in the solicitation for bids or request for proposals, and the Township Council shall reserve all of its rights under applicable law, including but not limited to, the right to reject all bids.
4. As an alternative to the use of 219 North Fullerton Avenue, the Township Manager is authorized to solicit bids and/or proposals for the installation of a Distributed Antenna System on existing utility poles or on new poles installed in the public right-of-ways, and to obtain any information necessary to determine the needed scope and efficacy of such a system.
5. The award of any contract and/or acceptance of any proposal hereunder, or other appropriate action taken, by the Township Council shall be pursuant to all applicable legal requirements and after public comment if required by Township Ordinance or requested by the Township Council.
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On motion made by Councilor Murnick and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE COMBINATION OF CERTAIN ISSUES OF WATER UTILITY BONDS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONTCLAIR, IN THE COUNTY OF ESSEX, NEW JERSEY INTO A SINGLE ISSUE OF BONDS AGGREGATING $3,349,000 IN PRINCIPAL AMOUNT.
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On motion made by Councilor Murnick and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous
vote:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE COMBINATION OF CERTAIN ISSUES OF GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONTCLAIR, IN THE COUNTY OF ESSEX, NEW JERSEY INTO A SINGLE ISSUE OF BONDS AGGREGATING $8,252,000 IN PRINCIPAL AMOUNT.
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On motion made by Councilor Murnick and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote:
RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE FORM AND OTHER DETAILS OF $11,601,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, CONSISTING OF $8,252,000 GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND $3,349,000 WATER UTILITY BONDS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONTCLAIR, IN THE COUNTY OF ESSEX, NEW JERSEY AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR SALE.
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On motion made by Councilor Murnick and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous
vote:
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2008, the Township of Montclair opened and read bid proposals, as prescribed by law, for general plumbing services to be provided to the Township; and
WHEREAS, two companies submitted bids for the required plumbing services in accordance with the bid specifications; and
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WHEREAS, Binsky & Snyder Service LLC of Piscataway, New Jersey submitted the lowest responsible bid for the required services in accordance with the bid specifications, namely, $91.00 per hour for journeyman, $81.00 per hour apprentices and a fifteen (15%) markup for parts and materials supplied to the Township; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, that Binsky & Snyder Service LLC be and is hereby awarded a contract to provide general plumbing services to the Township of Montclair, pending certification of funds by the Chief Financial Officer. Details of the contract are attached hereto and made a part hereof.
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On motion made by Councilor Murnick and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote:
WHEREAS, by resolution adopted August 7, 2008, the Township of Montclair, pursuant to advertisement duly made, awarded a contract to Cifelli and Son General Construction, Nutley, NJ for removal of trees, construction of granite block curb; concrete driveway apron and handicap ramps and planting new trees, for an amount not to exceed
$266,080.13; and
WHEREAS, by memorandum dated July 28, 2008, the Township Engineer recommended that the contract be amended to reflect an increase in the amount of work and/or materials actually required to fully complete the contract; and
WHEREAS, the Township Manager has indicated his concurrence with the Township Engineer’s recommendation; and
WHEREAS, based on the foregoing, the Township Council has determined that it is necessary and appropriate to approve a change order to the subject contract (Change Order #1) in the amount of $18,950.00; and
WHEREAS, the funds for this change order have been appropriated in the following capital accounts:
Ordinance DescriptionAccount No. Amount
07-34Street & Curb Restoration and PavingC-04-07-034-000-100$18,950.00
now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, that the Mayor and the Township Clerk be and they are authorized to execute and attest Change Order #1 to the contract with Cifelli and Son General Construction by increasing the contract price by the sum of $18,950.00, pending certification of funds by the Chief Financial Officer.
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On motion made by Councilor Murnick and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, that MAYOR JERRY FRIED and COUNCILOR RICH MURNICK be and they hereby are APPOINTED to serve as TOWNSHIP REPRESENTATIVES to the Tri Town Board of Clifton, Little Falls and Montclair effective immediately and terminating December 31, 2010.
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On motion made by Deputy Mayor Terry and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote:
WHEREAS, on October 8, 2002 the Township of Montclair adopted a Developer’s Fee Ordinance (Montclair Code Section 202-39 et seq.) and a Spending plan in accordance with the New Jersey Council on Affordable Housing (COAH) regulations; and
WHEREAS, Homes of Montclair Ecumenical Corp. (“HOMECorp”), a local non-profit affordable housing developer, has requested funds from the Township’s Housing Trust Fund to assist in financing the purchase and/or renovation of property located at 19 Elmwood Avenue which will result in the creation of two affordable dwelling units; and
WHEREAS, the Township’s Spending Plan states that Developer’s Fees deposited into the Montclair Housing Trust Fund may be used for the down payment, rental and closing costs associated with the rehabilitation and construction of affordable housing units; and
WHEREAS, HOMECorp has agreed to record Deed restrictions to ensure that the new dwelling units continue to be used as affordable housing in accordance with COAH regulations;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, that the Council hereby authorizes the release of funds from the Montclair Housing Trust Fund for HOMECorp’s purchase and/or renovation of property commonly known as 19 Elmwood Avenue, and the Chief Financial Officer
is hereby authorized to release such funds to HOMECorp in accordance with an agreement to be approved by the Township Manager and the Township Attorney which shall provide, among other things, that the funds disbursed pursuant to this Resolution shall be immediately repaid to the Township in the event that, at any time in the future, ceases to be used to provide two affordable housing units in accordance with COAH regulations.
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On motion made by Councilor Murnick and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by
unanimous vote:
WHEREAS, the Township of Montclair has applied for and been awarded a grant in the amount of $111,612.00
from the Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation Fund Municipal Grant Program through the Department of Environmental Protection and the NJ Economic Development Authority to perform a preliminary site assessment, site investigation and/or remedial investigation, and to prepare a report relating thereto, regarding property located at 399 Orange Road currently owned by the Township and formerly occupied by the South End Pyramid Service Station;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, that the above-referenced grant is hereby accepted and the Township Manager is hereby authorized to execute, on behalf of the Township, any and all documents required in connection with the closing of the grant.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the NJ Economic Development Authority.
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On motion made by Councilor Murnick and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, that subject to compliance by the licensee with the provisions of R.S. 33:1-25, the Municipal Clerk be and she hereby is authorized to issue a Plenary Retail Alcoholic Beverage Distribution License, terminating June 30, 2009 to the following:
SPIRITS AT THE SKY0713-44-008-007
398 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE
MONTCLAIR, N.J. 07042
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On motion made by Councilor Weller and duly seconded, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Montclair, in the County of Essex, that said bills be and they are hereby ordered paid and that warrants be drawn on the Treasurer to the order of such persons for the amount respectively as hereinafter stated to wit: $792,247.66.
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REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
The Municipal Clerk reported that she had filed in her office a list of reports and communications received since the last meeting.
On motion made by Mayor Fried and duly seconded, the following reports and communications were accepted and ordered to be made part of the minutes of this meeting:
FILED: Monthly report for the month of July:
Municipal Clerk’s Office:$62,929.00
Petition Opposing the Privatization of Clary Anderson Arena and Urging the New Town Council to explore non-profit and authority status for the arena and pools submitted by the Friends of Clary Anderson Arena.
Request from Paula Baran, 15 Glenridge Avenue, Unit 14 requesting:
1. Portable out-house previously near sidewalk relocated to Ballpark outfield.
2. Safety fencing in George Washington Park’s outfield.
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Notice of Award Approval from the Department of Transportation:
South Fullerton Avenue contract awarded to Cifelli & Son for $439,778.03. The amount of State funds available for this project is: $278,500.00
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Councilor Murnick recognized the Township Attorney, Township Clerk and the Township Manager for their assistance during this Council’s first thirty days in office.
Councilor Africk attended an excellent meeting regarding the Universal Access Playground. He indicated that appropriate measures will be taken for major repairs to Edgemont Pond. Councilor Africk also discussed the possibility of Channel 34 coverage at Board of Education meetings and Township sporting and cultural events.
Deputy Mayor Terry recently represented the Township at the Newark Detention Center. He also attended a Fourth Ward meeting held by Councilor Baskerville and a meeting with storeowners located
east of Elm Street. The Deputy Mayor took part in a ribbon cutting occasion at the opening of the Dry Cleaning Station located at 58 Church Street, Montclair. He recognized his nephew, William Terry, who recently served in Afghanistan.
Mayor Fried reported that Phase I of the Council’s Strategic Plan will be distributed shortly. He reiterated the success of the recent meeting of Fourth Ward residents. The Mayor announced that DCH, owners of the local Volvo dealership, will be developing the property for a different use. It is anticipated that any development will be consistent with the Municipal Master Plan and redevelopment guidelines.
Mayor Fried noted that the Council was committed to better communication between the Board of Education, the Council and the public.
Councilor Weller thanked Councilor Baskerville for hosting the recent resident’s meeting. She explained some residents’ concerns regarding massage parlors.
Councilor Weller announced the following:
Juvenile Aid Bureau is now handling bicycling permits.
August 9 – Fundraiser for Teagan McOmish
August 11 – Grace period for tax payments
August 23 – Bulk Waste Dropoff
September 2 – Summer art show at Brass Works Gallery
Councilor Lewis indicated that he will hold a Third Ward meeting shortly. He attended a Business District Development meeting as part of the Main Street Grant recently awarded to the Montclair BID. Councilor Lewis also met with members of the Public Transportation Committee and residents regarding the Township jitney service. This group is exploring the reinstitution of “evening service.” The municipality anticipates funding to conduct an “Intermodal Transportation Study.” This will be conducted as a joint effort with the MEDC. Councilor Lewis also provided an update on the Renaissance School asbestos situation.
Councilor Baskerville thanked the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councilor Weller and over 100 residents for joining her at her Fourth Ward Platform meeting. She anticipates that this forum will become a model for constituent driven action.
Her next meeting will be held at First Montclair House on August 26, 2008 from 7-9 p.m. She informed the public that there are plans underway to develop a property located at 8 Rosedale Avenue. The matter will be discussed at the Planning Board meeting of August 11th.
Township Manager Hartnett received input from the committee on the All Access Playground.
Future concerns include:
1. Traffic Claming measures.
2. Bike and pedestrian study
3. Finalization of the capital budget for 2008.
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Township Attorney Alan Trembulak reported that the State Historical Preservation Office recently approved plans for the reconstrucion of the Bellevue Avenue railroad station with the stipulation that the original porte cochere be maintained. He anticipates that specific plans will be submitted shortly.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Ms. Meredith Knoll proposed that the Township purchase appropriate lighting for Kaveny Field which will address “spillovers” and automatic timing.
Ms. Sally Kofke, 75 Essex Avenue, expressed concern regarding increased usage by non-Township related teams at Woodman Field.
Mr. Gene Kofke, 75 Essex Avenue, highlighted traffic and safety concerns on Essex Avenue and believes residents are being “unfairly punished” by the way the field are utilized. He would like the Township to develop a balanced, comprehensive plan for the future use of the field.
Mr. Clem Taylor, 31 Essex Avenue, stated that usage has expanded beyond home football games and now includs soccer, lacrosse and peewee football. Often six games are held on one day with increased crowds. He also believes there is a security issue with lack of police at all events. Mr. Taylor requested the institution of traffic calming devices on Essex Avenue.
Mr. Jan Cerman, Civil Engineer, 33 Essex Avenue, believes this area is “not adequate” for sports events. Other concerns include pollution and garbage problems. He volunteered his services to review plans for the field and environs.
Mr. Bruce Jenkins, 78 Columbus Avenue, stated that his main concern was safety, not only on game days but also during practice events. He does not believe the area is appropriate for night games. He also recognized the traffic “spill over” effects on Columbus Avenue.
Ms. Barbara Reisman, 69 Essex Avenue, asked the Council to “restore the values of Montclair” by utilizing resident resources to implement a plan for the area. She emphasized the need for better communication regarding development in the area, and more respect for the neighborhood. Ms. Reisman also requested that established Township ordinances be enforced.
Ms. Verde Walker, 7 Rosedale Avenue, agreed with the proposed two family development for 8 Rosedale Avenue. She also requested an additional traffic light in the area. Ms. Walker would like to see the shuttle be extended to Cedar Street.
Ms. Kim Martin, 222 Bloomfield Avenue, requested restoration of parking on Bloomfield Avenue that had been temporarily removed.
Mr. Kevin Sullivan, 38 Godfrey Road, asked the Council to keep the Clary Anderson Arena accessible to all children within the Township.
Ms. Jennifer Prost, 51 Christopher Street, objected to the expert chosen to investigate the asbestos problem at the Renaissance School.
Ms. Cindy Stagoff, 23 Aubrey Road, does not believe the parents of Renaissance School have ever received a sincere apology from the Board of Education for exposing their children to health and safety concerns. She requested a time line for issues related to the asbestos removal at the Renaissance School and Madonna Hall.
Mr. Joseph Guancione, 14 Baldwin Street, asked for the status of the bidding process for the Clary Anderson Arena. He presented a petition with 1000 signatures of individuals opposing the privatization of the arena. Mr. Guancione asked the Council for a non profit “authority” status for this venue.
A Renaissance School parent believes all Renaissance School students were put “at risk.” She blames the Board of Education for exposing children in their care.
Ms. Emma Chin, a student at the Renaissance School, stated that the Board of Education did “a fairly good job” of handling the asbestos issue at the Renaissance School.
Mr. Nick Fiornascente, 165 Valley Road, suggested the need for a redesign of Edgemont Pond.
There being no one else present wishing to be heard, Mayor Fried closed the hearing.
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At 11:18 P.M., on motion made by Mayor Fried and duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned
by unanimous vote.
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JERRY FRIED MAYOR
ATTEST:
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LINDA S. WANATMUNICIPAL CLERK
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