Middle public meetings in 2021

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding public hearings on several ordinances, including funding for sidewalk improvements and the acquisition of the Fairview Fields property. The body will also discuss a county bridge repair project and vote on a series of administrative contracts and grants.

• Proposed $2,575,000 appropriation for acquisition of Fairview Fields property on Oak Hill Road
• Proposed $235,000 ordinance for sidewalk improvements throughout the township
• Public hearing regarding the County’s McClees Bridge Repair Project
• Proposed ordinance for the street vacation of a portion of Texas Avenue
• Resolution to purchase body-worn and in-car cameras from Watchguard Video

The Township Committee approved several ordinances for property acquisition and infrastructure, including funding for sidewalk improvements and the vacation of part of Texas Avenue. The committee also passed a consent agenda covering various grants, contracts, and personnel payments.

• Approved $2.575M appropriation for Fair View Fields property acquisition (5-0)
• Approved $235,000 for township-wide sidewalk improvements (5-0)
• Authorized acquisition of Block 865, Lot 134 (Fair View Fields) via purchase or eminent domain (5-0)
• Approved vacation of a portion of Texas Avenue (5-0)
• Awarded $441,251 contract for fire and security alarm upgrades to Kane Communications, LLC (5-0)
• Awarded $931,889 contract to Watchguard Video for body worn and in-car cameras (5-0)
• Approved $492,438.87 for video surveillance equipment from Johnston Communications (5-0)
• Awarded $1,649,877.36 stop loss insurance contract to Sun Life (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss property acquisitions via purchase or eminent domain and funding for infrastructure. The agenda includes public hearings on conservation easements and property acquisitions, as well as several new contract authorizations.

• Introduction of $2,575,000 appropriation for acquisition of Fairview Fields on Oak Hill Road
• Introduction of $235,000 for township-wide sidewalk improvements
• Public hearing on acquisition of multiple properties (Blocks 136, 265, 276, 133, 137, 139, 26) by purchase or eminent domain
• Contract for purchase of two Ford Bronco Sport SUVs and one John Deere 50G Excavator
• Contract for three 2022 Ford Explorer Police Interceptors and four Chevrolet Tahoes

The Township Committee adopted ordinances for property acquisitions and the partial vacation of a conservation easement. A consent agenda was approved covering several equipment purchases, engineering contracts, and budget amendments. The committee also passed first readings for sidewalk funding and the acquisition of Fair View Fields.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3323 for partial vacation of a conservation easement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3324 for property acquisitions via purchase or eminent domain (5-0)
• Approved $60,000 for two 2022 Ford Bronco Sport SUVs (5-0)
• Approved $71,096.01 for one John Deere 50G Compact Excavator (5-0)
• Approved $32,500 for an indoor recreation facility feasibility study (5-0)
• Approved $95,913 for three 2022 Ford Explorer Police Interceptors (5-0)
• Approved $157,159.68 for four Chevrolet Tahoes (5-0)
• Approved $5,805,300.23 for payment of bills (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to introduce ordinances regarding property acquisitions and a conservation easement vacation. The body is also considering a consent agenda featuring several equipment purchases and professional service contracts.

• Ordinance 2021-3324 to acquire multiple properties via purchase or eminent domain
• Ordinance 2021-3323 for partial vacation of a conservation easement at Block 885, Lot 1.01
• Resolution 21-239 for the purchase of body worn and in-car cameras
• Resolution 21-240 for fire apparatus and Resolution 21-244 for two Chevrolet Bolt EUVs
• Resolution 21-253 for professional engineering services for the Kunkel Park Skate Park Project

The Township Committee approved several high-value contracts for police cameras, fire apparatus, and office furniture. The committee also passed first readings for ordinances regarding conservation easements and property acquisitions.

• Approved $931,889 contract with WatchGuard Video for body worn and in-car cameras
• Approved $612,915 contract with Spartan Fire LLC for a custom pumper fire apparatus
• Approved $877,000 for furniture and accessories from three vendors
• Approved $85,000 contract with Global Furniture Group for office furniture
• Approved $76,309.75 emergency contract with CDW Government for Microsoft 365 licenses
• Approved $80,530 contract with CME Associates for veterans housing environmental services
• Approved $46,750 contract with Suburban Consulting Engineers for Kunkel Park Skate Park (3-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Michael Rizzo as Purchasing Agent, QPA, and PACO

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed bond ordinance to appropriate $1,500,000 for improvements to the Municipal Complex, authorizing $300,000 in bonds for part of the cost. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with resolutions for contract amendments, shared services with Atlantic Highlands, and tax cancellations. Additionally, the meeting features a presentation honoring former Committeewoman Patricia A. Snell and a donation presentation for the WTC Memorial Gardens.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-3322: $1,500,000 appropriation for Municipal Complex improvements, with $300,000 in bonds authorized.
• Resolution 21-234: Amends contract for Prescription Administration Services.
• Resolution 21-236: Approves shared services agreement with Borough of Atlantic Highlands for Land Use Board Secretary services.
• Resolution 21-237: Cancels taxes on Township property at Block 726 Lot 42.
• Presentation honoring former Committeewoman Patricia A. Snell.

The Township Committee approved a bond ordinance for municipal complex improvements and adopted a consent agenda covering several administrative resolutions. The committee also accepted a donation for the WTC Memorial Gardens and approved various bingo and raffle applications.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-3322 for $1,500,000 in municipal complex improvements, authorizing $300,000 in bonds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-234 extending BeneCard Services, Inc. contract through Dec 31, 2023, at an estimated $32,000 per year (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-235 canceling community development mortgages for 28 Ocean Ave and 66 Carter Ave (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-236 for a shared services agreement with the Borough of Atlantic Highlands for Land Use Board Secretary services (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-237 canceling $17,630.08 in taxes for 149 Monmouth Avenue (5-0)
• Approved bingo and raffle applications for St. Catherine’s Church, PTA Bayview, St. Leo the Great School PTA, Ancient Order of Hibernian, Middletown Elks Lodge #2179, and Church of St. Leo the Great (5-0)
• Adopted minutes from September 20, 2021 Regular Meeting and Executive Session (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a bond for capital improvements and a new permitting process for road closures. The body will also consider a $1.5 million appropriation for municipal complex improvements.

• Bond Ordinance 2021-3321: $6,414,150 for various capital improvements
• Bond Ordinance 2021-3322: $1,500,000 for municipal complex improvements
• Ordinance 2021-3320: Adding a midblock crosswalk to Red Hill Road
• Ordinance 2021-3318: Permitting process for closing municipal roadways for special events
• Ordinance 2021-3319: Fee schedule amendments for passports, vital statistics, and games of chance

The Township Committee adopted several ordinances, including a $6.4M appropriation for capital improvements and a new permitting process for municipal roadway closures. The committee also approved a $1.5M emergency appropriation for the new municipal complex and various service contracts.

• Approved $6,414,150 appropriation for capital improvements (5-0)
• Approved permitting process for municipal roadway closures for special events (5-0)
• Approved midblock crosswalk addition to Red Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved fee schedule amendments for passports, vital statistics, and games of chance (5-0)
• Passed first reading of $1.5M bond ordinance for municipal complex improvements (5-0)
• Approved $1.5M emergency appropriation for municipal complex furnishings and IT (5-0)
• Approved $104,838.65 contract with Timmerman Equipment Company for sewer camera system (5-0)
• Approved $83,657.28 contract with PMC Associates for public safety radio system maintenance (5-0)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee is scheduled to hold a public hearing on a 2021 salary ordinance and introduce several new ordinances. Key proposals include a bond ordinance for $6.4 million in capital improvements, a new permitting process for closing municipal roads for special events, and amendments to fee schedules for passports and bingo applications. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, resolutions for tax lien cancellations, and payments for bills and CPR classes.

• Bond ordinance appropriating $6,414,150 for capital improvements and authorizing $5,665,943 in bonds
• Ordinance establishing a permitting process for closing municipal roadways for special events
• Ordinance adding a midblock crosswalk to Red Hill Road
• Ordinance amending fee schedules for passports, vital statistics, and bingo/raffle applications
• Resolution cancelling municipal tax liens on Block 316, Lots 3&6

The Township Committee adopted the 2021 Salary Ordinance and approved over $12.2 million in bill payments. Several new ordinances regarding road closures, fee schedules, and capital improvements were passed on first reading.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3317 (2021 Salary Ordinance) (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3318 (Municipal Roadway Closure Permitting) on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3319 (Fee Schedules for Passports, Vital Statistics, and Games of Chance) on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3320 (Midblock Crosswalk on Red Hill Road) on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3321 ($6.4M Capital Improvements Bond Ordinance) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved payment of bills for September 20, 2021 in the amount of $12,239,901.08 (5-0)
• Authorized $250.00 supplemental payment to EMS Chief Colleen Kelly for CPR training (5-0)
• Cancelled tax sale certificates and 2021 taxes for Block 316, Lots 3 and 6 (5-0)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee will hold a public hearing on a bond ordinance to appropriate $340,000 for park acquisitions and improvements, authorizing $250,000 in bonds to finance part of the cost. The committee will also introduce the 2021 Salary Ordinance and vote on resolutions covering park contracts, roadway improvements, and federal funding applications.

• Public hearing on Bond Ordinance 2021-3316: $340,000 appropriation for park acquisitions and improvements; $250,000 in bonds authorized
• Resolution 21-218: Awarding contract for ADA Improvements to Middletown Township Parks – Phase 1
• Resolution 21-219: Authorizing Change Order No. 1 for Holland Roadway Improvements
• Resolution 21-217: Authorizing application to Monmouth County Open Space for McMahon Park Pickleball Project
• Discussion item: Ordinance establishing fee schedule for Games of Chance

The Middletown Township Committee adopted a bond ordinance to fund park acquisitions and improvements, authorized a $3.29 million ARPA grant addition to the budget, and appointed Kim Kratz to fill a committee vacancy. Several resolutions were passed on the consent agenda, including contracts for park ADA improvements and roadway change orders.

• Adopted Resolution 21-214 appointing Kim Kratz to Township Committee (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3316 for $340,000 park appropriation and $250,000 bond issuance (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3317 (Salary Ordinance) on first reading (5-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions 21-215 through 21-224 (5-0)
• Authorized $414,479.50 contract to JADS Construction for park ADA improvements
• Authorized addition of $3,293,009.00 ARPA grant to 2021 budget
• Authorized $250,000 application for McMahon Park Pickle Ball project
• Approved payment of bills totaling $5,495,166.97

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding public hearings on ordinances for police equipment and storm damage reduction easements. The body will also introduce ordinances for park improvements and 2021 salaries.

• Bond Ordinance for $950,000 for police body cameras, in-car video, and storage
• Proposed Bond Ordinance of $340,000 for park acquisitions and improvements
• Sale of Township-owned real property in Block 4, Lot 20 for affordable housing
• Easement ordinances for the Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook Bay Hurricane and Storm Damage Reduction Project
• Designation of Port Belford Solar Farm, LLC as a sub-redeveloper

The Township Committee approved a bond ordinance for police recording equipment and granted easements for the Port Monmouth storm damage reduction project. The committee also designated Port Belford Solar Farm, LLC as a sub-redeveloper for a utility-scale solar facility. Several grant-funded budget amendments and professional service contracts were adopted.

• Approved $950,000 appropriation for police body cameras and in-car video (5-0)
• Passed Ordinances 2021-3313 and 2021-3314 granting easements for Port Monmouth storm damage reduction project (5-0)
• Designated Port Belford Solar Farm, LLC as sub-redeveloper for landfill property solar facility
• Approved $94,183.63 contract with Safe T Skylands Area Fire Equipment and Training LLC for protective gear
• Approved $35,000 contract with NW Financial Group, LLC for ARPA consulting services
• Approved sale of Block 4, Lot 20 to Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County, Inc. for affordable housing
• Rejected all bids for Grind and Mulch Operations to revise bid specifications
• Approved $43,697,368.74 in bill payments for August 16, 2021

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding a public hearing on an ordinance to prohibit cannabis businesses. The body is also introducing a bond ordinance for police equipment and voting on various municipal contracts and bond sales.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-3312 to prohibit cannabis businesses
• Proposed $950,000 appropriation for police body cameras and in-car video (Ordinance 2021-3315)
• Sale of $8,905,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Resolution 21-179)
• Proposed easements for the Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook Bay Hurricane and Storm Damage Reduction Project
• Resolution extending the grace period for 3rd quarter 2021 tax payments

The Township Committee passed an ordinance prohibiting the operation of any class of cannabis business within its jurisdiction. The committee also approved several infrastructure bonds and a contract for grind and mulch operations.

• Passed Ordinance 2021-3312 prohibiting recreational cannabis businesses (5-0)
• Approved $8.9M sale of General Obligation and Open Space Bonds (5-0)
• Approved $186,000 annual contract for grind and mulch operations with Atlantic Tree Materials and Grinding Co., Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $54,892.78 purchase of a Kubota tractor and loader for Public Works (5-0)
• Approved $49,356.00 purchase of Scott air cylinders for Fire Department (5-0)
• Passed first reading of $950,000 bond ordinance for police body cameras and in-car video (5-0)
• Approved shared services agreement with Borough of Fair Haven for purchasing agent services (5-0)
• Waived interest on 3rd quarter 2021 taxes for payments received by August 20, 2021 (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will discuss a proposed ordinance to prohibit all classes of cannabis businesses within the township. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the managed care of free-roaming cats and a watershed project at Poricy Park.

• Proposed Ordinance 2021-3312: Prohibiting any class of cannabis business in the township
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-3311: Permitting the managed care of free-roaming cats
• Resolution 21-166: Authorizing bonds up to $10,338,613 for general improvements
• Public hearing for Green Acres Stewardship Grant - Poricy Park Watershed Improvement Project
• Resolution 21-167: Contract for roof replacement at the Middletown Public Library

The Township Committee approved an ordinance permitting the managed care of free-roaming cats and passed a first reading of an ordinance prohibiting cannabis businesses. The committee also authorized over $10 million in consolidated bonds for various general improvements.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3311 permitting managed care of free-roaming cats (3-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-3312 prohibiting cannabis businesses (3-0)
• Approved consolidated bond issue not to exceed $10,338,613 for general improvements (3-0)
• Awarded $540,027.04 contract to Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. for library roof replacement (3-0)
• Approved $21,258,281.93 in bill payments for June 21, 2021 (3-0)
• Renewed liquor licenses for the 2021-2022 term (3-0)
• Rejected all bids for Poricy Park Annex ADA Improvements and authorized re-bidding (3-0)
• Extended snow removal and weather services contracts not to exceed $310,000 (3-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is conducting a public hearing for the adoption of the 2021 Municipal Operating Budget. The body is also considering an ordinance regarding the care of free-roaming cats and several resolutions for fireworks displays and lease agreements.

• Public hearing for 2021 Municipal Operating Budget adoption
• Ordinance 2021-3311 permitting the managed care of free-roaming cats
• Resolution 21-163 for lease agreement with Middletown Board of Education for former Lincroft Library Building
• Resolution 21-158 rejecting all bids for grind and mulch operations
• Resolution 21-165 authorizing place-to-place liquor license transfer 1331-33-014

The Township Committee approved the 2021 Municipal Operating Budget and authorized a $3.6 million emergency temporary appropriation. The committee also passed a resolution calling on Governor Murphy to end the school mask mandate.

• Adopted 2021 Municipal Operating Budget (4-0)
• Approved $3,648,950.00 in temporary emergency appropriations (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-154 for self-examination of budget (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-3311 regarding free-roaming cats (4-0)
• Approved fireworks displays for Beacon Hill Country Club, Navesink Country Club, and Riverview Medical Center Foundation (4-0)
• Rejected all bids for Grind and Mulch Operations and authorized re-bidding (4-0)
• Appointed 7 Special Law Enforcement Officers - Class I (4-0)
• Approved place-to-place liquor license transfer for Gateway Bar and Liquors (4-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to regulate certain recreational and parking fees. The body will also consider contracts for online tax sale services and a temporary emergency appropriation.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2021-3310 regarding recreational and parking fees
• Resolution 21-151 awarding a contract for online tax sale services
• Resolution 21-153 for a temporary emergency appropriation
• Resolution 21-152 for payment of bills
• Bingo and raffle applications

The Township Committee approved over $29 million in bill payments and a $1.197 million emergency temporary appropriation. The committee also adopted an ordinance regarding recreational and parking fees and awarded a contract for online tax sale services.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3310 amending recreational and parking fees (5-0)
• Approved $29,561,784.66 for payment of bills (5-0)
• Approved $1,197,000.00 in temporary emergency appropriations (5-0)
• Awarded online tax sale services contract to realauction.com LLC not to exceed $60,000 (5-0)
• Approved various Bingo and Raffle applications (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to introduce the 2021 Municipal Budget and discuss various administrative resolutions. The body will also consider updates to recreational fees and the sale of township property for affordable housing.

• Introduction of the 2021 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance 2021-3310 to regulate certain recreational and parking fees
• Sale of Township-owned real property in Block 4, Lot 20 for affordable housing
• Contract for a Type I Ford F550 Model 603 Ambulance
• Contract to replace three rooftop units at the Middletown Public Library

The Township Committee adopted the 2021 municipal budget and authorized several contracts, including a $238,766 ambulance purchase and a $413,500 library HVAC replacement. They also approved a shared services agreement for leaf disposal with Atlantic Highlands and appointed Sean Kean as the Second Municipal Prosecutor. A resolution promoting veteran hiring and business opportunities was adopted, and an ordinance amending recreational fees was passed on first reading.

• Adopted Resolution 21-137 to read 2021 Budget by title (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-138 certifying EEOC hiring compliance (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3310 on recreational/parking fees on first reading (5-0)
• Approved shared services agreement with Atlantic Highlands for leaf/brush disposal (4-0, Settembrino recused)
• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 21-141 through 21-150 (5-0)
• Authorized $238,766 contract for Type 1 Ford F550 ambulance (5-0)
• Authorized $413,500 contract for library rooftop HVAC units (5-0)
• Appointed Sean Kean, Esq. as Second Municipal Prosecutor (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on four proposed ordinances, including a 2021 salary ordinance and a voter-approved trust fund rate increase. The body will also consider several contract awards and a temporary emergency appropriation.

• Ordinance 2021-3307: Implementing voter-approved increase to the Open Space, Recreation, Floodplain Protection, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund
• Ordinance 2021-3309: 2021 Salary Ordinance
• Ordinance 2021-3306: Parking and traffic regulations near Ideal Beach
• Ordinance 2021-3308: Fee schedule for towing operators
• Resolution 21-134: Temporary emergency appropriation

The Township Committee unanimously adopted four ordinances, including new parking rules near Ideal Beach and a 2021 salary ordinance. They also approved the sale of four properties for a total of $512,500 and rejected all bids for recycling marketing services due to excessive pricing. A consent agenda passed resolutions for police equipment, contract extensions, and an emergency appropriation.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3306 (parking near Ideal Beach) (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3307 (Open Space Trust Fund rate) (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3308 (towing fees) (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3309 (2021 salaries) (5-0)
• Approved sale of 4 properties for $512,500 total
• Rejected all bids for recycling marketing services
• Awarded recycling marketing contract to Mazza Recycling Services
• Approved $1,405,563.35 emergency temporary appropriation

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss several proposed ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a public hearing on budget appropriation limits and introductions of ordinances regarding local taxes, salaries, and traffic regulations.

• Public Hearing 2021-3305: Ordinance to Exceed the Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits and Establish A Cap Bank CY 2021
• Intro 2021-3307: Ordinance implementing voter-approved increase to the annual collection rate of the Open Space, Recreation, Floodplain Protection, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund
• Intro 2021-3306: Ordinance addressing parking and traffic regulations near Ideal Beach
• Intro 2021-3308: Ordinance amending the fee schedule for towing operators
• Resolution 21-120: Rejecting all bids for ADA Improvements To Middletown Township Parks – Phase 1

The Township Committee unanimously adopted Ordinance 2021-3305 to exceed municipal budget limits and establish a cap bank. They also unanimously rejected all seven bids for ADA improvements to township parks because the bids significantly exceeded the engineer's estimate. Several other ordinances regarding parking, open space taxes, and salaries were passed on first reading, pending public hearings in April.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-3305 to exceed budget limits and establish cap bank (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for ADA Improvements to Middletown Township Parks – Phase 1
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3306 on parking near Ideal Beach on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3307 on Open Space Trust Fund rate increase on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3308 on towing fee schedule on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-3309 on 2021 salaries on first reading (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolutions 21-112 through 21-123 (5-0)
• Approved $2,748,342.39 in temporary emergency appropriations for various departments

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed ordinance regarding municipal budget limits and a cap bank for 2021. The body is also considering a consent agenda featuring various service contracts, shared services agreements, and equipment purchases.

• Ordinance 2021-3305 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution 21-94 and 21-103 for animal control shared services with Hazlet Township and Borough of Rumson
• Resolution 21-106 for Holland Road roadway improvements contract
• Resolution 21-102 for fire apparatus contract via national cooperative contract
• Resolution 21-108 for procurement of a surplus police vehicle from the Borough of Tinton Falls

The Township Committee awarded a roadway improvement contract for Holland Road and approved several playground equipment purchases. The committee also entered into shared services agreements for animal control and authorized a $590,000 purchase for a new fire apparatus.

• Awarded Holland Road Roadway Improvements contract to MECO Inc. for $747,294.25
• Approved $590,000 purchase of E-One Typhoon Custom Pumper Fire Apparatus
• Approved playground equipment contracts for Bodman Park ($114,685.83), Chanceville Park ($44,349.35), and Countryside Park ($80,177.06)
• Approved shared services agreements for animal control with the Township of Hazlet and Borough of Rumson
• Authorized $164,960 payment to Monmouth County Regional Health Commission No. 1
• Extended maintenance contracts for plumbing (up to $100,000), tree trimming (up to $150,000), and electrical (up to $140,000)
• Approved $3,203,008 in temporary emergency appropriations
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-3305 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding a workshop meeting to discuss several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include updates to stormwater regulations and purchasing contract thresholds.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-3303 regarding Stormwater Regulations
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-3304 regarding Purchasing Contract Thresholds
• Resolution 21-88 to purchase one 2022 Ford F-250 and one 2022 Ford F-450 for the Recycling Department
• Resolution 21-90 to set a date for the public auction of Township-owned properties
• Resolution 21-92 authorizing a place-to-place liquor license transfer

The Township Committee adopted ordinances amending planning and development regulations and purchasing contract thresholds. The committee also approved a consent agenda including vehicle purchases, a liquor license transfer, and a temporary emergency appropriation.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-3303 amending Planning and Development Regulations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-3304 amending Purchasing Contract Thresholds (5-0)
• Authorized $86,205 for two Ford trucks from Winner Ford (5-0)
• Approved $2,525,413.96 for payment of bills for March 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Scheduled virtual public auction for four Township-owned properties for April 14, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $8,236,439.00 in temporary emergency appropriations (5-0)
• Authorized place-to-place liquor license transfer for Saker Enterprises Management Company Inc. to 1500 State Highway 35 (5-0)
• Authorized shared services agreement with Monmouth County for OPRS-RIM records system (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to sell township-owned property not required for public purposes. The body will also introduce ordinances regarding stormwater regulations and purchasing contract thresholds.

• 2021-3302 Ordinance Authorizing Sale of Certain Property owned by the Township
• 2021-3303 Ordinance amending Stormwater Regulations
• 2021-3304 Ordinance amending Purchasing Contract Thresholds
• Resolution 21-72: Temporary Use & Occupancy Agreement for Police Radio Tower in Tatum Park
• Resolution 21-73: Professional Services Contract to DeFeo Associates for recycling consulting

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss the sale of township-owned real property and a shared services agreement for animal control. The body will also review a new stormwater management ordinance and recreation fee changes.

• Intro 2021-3302: Ordinance authorizing sale of township property not required for public purposes
• Resolution 21-63: Shared services agreement with the Borough of Highlands for animal control services
• Resolution 21-67: Professional services contract for Max Spann R.E. & Auction Co. for property auction services
• Resolution 21-68: Quit claim deed releasing affordability controls for 701 Park Avenue (Block 646 Lot 35)
• Discussion of Mandatory Stormwater Management Ordinance

The Township Committee adopted a consent agenda approving several professional service contracts, grants, and a $1.28M emergency appropriation. The committee also advanced an ordinance to sell township-owned properties and approved a shared services agreement for animal control.

• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-3302 to sell certain township-owned properties (5-0)
• Approved contract with Meritain Health, Inc. for health benefits claims administration up to $360,000 (5-0)
• Accepted $33,500 Monmouth County grant for senior services (5-0)
• Released maintenance bond and cash bond for Sterling Walk (5-0)
• Increased brush grinding expenditure for Mazza Mulch Inc. to $175,000 (5-0)
• Approved $113,291.76 contract with SHI International Corp. for GovPilot software (5-0)
• Awarded professional services contract to Max Spann R.E. & Auction Co. for property auctions (5-0)
• Approved $1.28M temporary emergency appropriation for various accounts (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will meet to consider a consent agenda featuring several administrative appointments and service contracts. The body is also reviewing a lease amendment for the Town Hall cell tower and a new services agreement for Villages at Chapel Hill.

• Relocation agreement and lease amendment for cell tower at Town Hall
• New Municipal Services Agreement for Villages at Chapel Hill
• RFP for marketing of non-curbside recyclable materials
• Contract for renewal of animal shelter services
• Contract for deer carcass removal services

The Township Committee adopted a consent agenda covering multiple resolutions, including the renewal of the Township Administrator's contract and various service agreements. The committee also appointed members to the Planning Board and Housing Authority.

• Approved payment of bills for January 19, 2021, totaling $2,465,241.06
• Renewed Township Administrator Anthony Mercantante's employment agreement for a three-year term
• Approved $138,675.87 in temporary emergency appropriations
• Authorized up to $40,000 for stray animal housing with Monmouth County SPCA
• Authorized up to $3,500 for deer carcass removal with Kelly Winthrop LLC
• Appointed Charles Rogers, III as Emergency Management Coordinator through 2023
• Appointed Roseann Eteson and John Rentschler to the Planning Board
• Appointed Susan Heffernan to the Middletown Housing Authority

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to elect a Mayor and Deputy Mayor and administer oaths of office. The body will vote on a series of appointments for municipal officers, legal counsel, and consultants, as well as establish the 2021 temporary budget.

• Election of Mayor and Deputy Mayor
• Resolution 21-37: Authorizing a Temporary Budget for 2021
• Resolution 21-36: Awarding contract for prescription administration services
• Resolution 21-44: Awarding contract for Delta Dental administrative and network services
• Resolution 21-38: Establishing a grace period and interest rates for taxes

The Township Committee held its reorganization meeting to elect leadership and appoint municipal officers for 2021. The committee approved numerous professional service contracts for legal, engineering, and auditing services. A temporary budget and tax interest rates for the calendar year were also established.

• Elected Anthony S. Perry as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected Rick W. Hibell as Deputy Mayor (5-0)
• Appointed Brian M. Nelson as Township Attorney (5-0)
• Awarded $87,000 audit contract to Suplee, Clooney & Company
• Awarded $300,000 flat-fee contract to Archer & Greiner PC for General Special Counsel
• Approved temporary budget for 2021
• Set 2021 property tax interest rates at 8% for first $1,500 and 18% for amounts over $1,500
• Appointed various officers for Fire and EMS departments