Middle public meetings in 2022

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on ordinances to purchase land for the Port Monmouth Flood Control Project and sell land for affordable veterans housing. The meeting also includes police promotions and a consent agenda with various budget and contract resolutions.

• Public hearing on purchasing 95 Main Street and Church Street for Port Monmouth Flood Control Project
• Public hearing on selling 37-45 Leonardville Road for affordable veterans housing
• Contract award for a Caterpillar 315 Hydraulic Excavator
• Contract award for the demolition of 161 Cherry Tree Lane
• Resolution for supplemental compensation for employees who worked through the Covid-19 pandemic

The Township Committee unanimously approved two ordinances to purchase real estate for the Port Monmouth Flood Control Project and to sell land to a non-profit for affordable veterans housing. The committee also adopted a consent agenda containing 15 resolutions, including contracts for an excavator and demolition, and budget adjustments. A separate vote appointed Willis Kratz to the Sewerage Authority, with Kratz recusing himself from the vote on his own appointment.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-3361 to purchase land for Port Monmouth Flood Control Project (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-3362 to sell land for affordable veterans housing (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda Resolutions 22-319 through 22-333 (5-0)
• Authorized $200,000 in supplemental compensation for employees via ARP funds
• Authorized $254,576 purchase of a Caterpillar 315 Hydraulic Excavator
• Awarded $22,000 demolition contract for 161 Cherry Tree Lane to Messercola Excavating
• Approved $139,600 in budget transfers for 2022
• Appointed Willis Kratz to Sewerage Authority (4-0, Kratz recused)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding a workshop meeting to discuss flood control funding and real estate acquisitions. The body will consider ordinances regarding police administrative fees and the sale of land for affordable veterans housing.

• Bond Ordinance 2022-3360 providing $850,000 for Port Monmouth Flood Control Project easements and real property
• Proposed sale of 37-45 Leonardville Road for an affordable veterans housing project
• Proposed purchase of real estate at 95 Main Street and Church Street for flood control
• Ordinance 2022-3359 amending third-party administrative fees for special duty police assignments
• Resolution authorizing a contract for solid waste and recycling collection

The Township Committee awarded a three-year solid waste and recycling contract to Interstate Waste Services of New Jersey, Inc. They also approved funding for the Port Monmouth Flood Control Project and authorized several vehicle and equipment purchases.

• Approved $21,229,174.41 waste and recycling contract with Interstate Waste Services of New Jersey, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-3360 providing $850,000 for Port Monmouth Flood Control Project easements and property (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-3359 amending third-party administrative fees for special duty police assignments (5-0)
• Approved $120,000 shared services agreement with Monmouth County Board of Health (5-0)
• Authorized $300,885.52 for seven 2023 Ford Utility Police Interceptors including equipment (5-0)
• Authorized $44,047.59 for one Ford F150 XL 4wd (5-0)
• Approved $47,345.00 for six heavy duty roll off containers from Wastequip (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to sell property at 37-45 Leonardville Road for affordable veterans housing (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is considering a bond ordinance for flood control property and easements. The body is also holding public hearings on police hiring requirements and bingo licensing.

• Proposed $850,000 appropriation for Port Monmouth Flood Control Project easements and real property
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-3358 to allow hiring entry-level police officers without an examination
• Proposed Ordinance 2022-3359 regarding third-party administrative fees for special duty police
• Purchase of one 2023 Dodge Durango and seven 2023 Ford Utility Police Interceptor SUVs
• Resolution 22-305 to rescind liquor license No. 1331-33-027-016 (Carrabbas)

The Township Committee approved several contracts for fire equipment, police vehicles, and road engineering. It also passed ordinances regarding bingo licenses and police hiring, and rescinded a liquor license for Carrabbas.

• Approved $469,268 contract to T&M Associates for 2022 Paving and Drainage project design
• Approved $728,561.14 for one Sutphen Extreme Duty Custom Pumper fire truck
• Approved $226,261 for seven 2023 Ford Utility Police Interceptor SUVs
• Approved $40,771 for one 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit SUV
• Rescinded liquor license for Carrabbas for failure to obtain a Special Ruling
• Passed ordinance authorizing Township Clerk to act as issuing authority for bingo and raffle licenses
• Passed ordinance allowing hiring of entry-level law enforcement officers without examination
• Approved $120,222.86 for firefighter personal protective equipment

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss a police hiring ordinance and several contract authorizations. The agenda includes a proposal to allow the hiring of entry-level law enforcement officers without an examination.

• Ordinance 2022-3358 to authorize hiring entry-level police officers without an examination requirement
• Resolution 22-273 to award a non-fair and open contract to Pinnacle Indoor Sports for recreation complex conceptual design services
• Resolution 22-274 to increase maximum amounts for cooperative contract vendors
• Resolution 22-275 for payment of compensated absence benefits for Helen Alfano
• Resolution 22-276 for payment of bills

The Township Committee approved a consent agenda including a large payment of bills and a contract for a recreation complex design. The committee also passed the first reading of an ordinance regarding police hiring requirements.

• Approved payment of bills for November 9, 2022, in the amount of $33,108,780.24 (5-0)
• Approved $32,000 non-fair and open contract with Pinnacle Indoor Sports for a recreation complex conceptual design at the old Mater Dei High School site (5-0)
• Approved $139,388.36 increase for cooperative contract vendors for new town hall furnishings (5-0)
• Approved $24,502.24 payment to Helen Alfano for compensated absence benefits upon retirement (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2022-3358 to allow hiring entry-level law enforcement officers without an examination requirement (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will meet to discuss various administrative resolutions and the introduction of an ordinance regarding bingo and raffle licenses. The body is considering expanding a redevelopment investigation and awarding contracts for recycling marketing and police software.

• Proposed Ordinance 2022-3357: Authorizing Township Clerk to act as issuing authority for Bingo and Raffle Licenses
• Resolution 22-265: Expanding Preliminary Redevelopment Investigation along Rt 36 Corridor to include Block 255, Lot 12 and Block 534, Lot 7
• Resolution 22-266: Change Order #3 for the 2021 Roadway & Drainage Improvement Program
• Resolution 22-267: Provisional contract award for marketing of Single Stream Class A Recyclable Materials
• Resolution 22-268: Application for 2023 NJDOT Transportation Alternative Set-Aside Program for Campbells Junction improvements

The Township Committee approved a consent agenda including a $93,755.36 change order for the 2021 Roadway & Drainage Improvement Program and authorized a $70,433.10 police software maintenance contract. Separately, they voted to expand the preliminary redevelopment investigation along the Route 36 corridor to include two additional properties. The committee also approved a Corrective Action Plan for sick and vacation leave policies in response to a State Comptroller report.

• Approved Change Order No. 3 for 2021 Roadway & Drainage Program ($93,755.36 increase)
• Approved provisional award for recycling marketing to Mazza Recycling Services
• Authorized submission of grant application for Campbell’s Junction Improvements
• Approved $70,433.10 contract for police software maintenance with SHI International
• Approved payment of bills totaling $4,385,885.89
• Assigned General Special Counsel contract to Spiro Harrison & Nelson effective Nov 1
• Authorized submission of Corrective Action Plan to State Comptroller regarding leave policies
• Approved expansion of Route 36 redevelopment study to include Block 255 Lot 12 and Block 534 Lot 7 (3-0 vote, Settembrino recused)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding public hearings on two bond ordinances for park and capital improvements. The body will also consider resolutions for bond sales, budget funding, and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing for Bond Ordinance 2022-3354: $1,517,000 for various park improvements
• Public hearing for Bond Ordinance 2022-3355: $3,467,000 for various capital improvements
• Resolution 22-254: Sale of $8,630,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022
• Resolution 22-257 and 22-258: Purchase of one John Deere Compact Track Loader and one John Deere Skid Steer Loader
• Resolution 22-261: Releasing the performance guarantee for Mark Middletown, LLC (Block 807, Lot 1.01)

The Township Committee adopted two bond ordinances for park and capital improvements and confirmed the sale of $8.63 million in general obligation bonds. The committee also approved several equipment purchases and a tutoring services contract.

• Approved $1,517,000 appropriation for park improvements (5-0)
• Approved $3,467,000 appropriation for capital improvements (5-0)
• Confirmed sale of $8,630,000 General Obligation Bonds to Monmouth County Improvement Authority
• Approved $154,098.92 for one John Deere 333G Compact Track Loader
• Approved $74,031.73 for one John Deere 330G Skid Steer Loader
• Awarded contract up to $50,000 to Bright Connections Tutoring Center LLC (5-0)
• Authorized sale of surplus personal property via USGovBid
• Approved $3,372,467.29 in bill payments

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding public hearings on ordinances for a Tindall Park dog park, management salaries, and police staffing levels. The body is also introducing new bond ordinances for various park and capital improvements and a regulation for short-term rentals.

• Bond Ordinance 2022-3345: $300,000 for a dog park and parking lot in Tindall Park
• Bond Ordinance 2022-3354: $1,517,000 for various park improvements
• Bond Ordinance 2022-3355: $3,467,000 for various capital improvements
• Ordinance 2022-3356: Regulation of short-term rentals of real property
• Ordinance 2022-3353: Amending the number of sworn police officers permitted

The Middletown Township Committee approved a bond ordinance for a dog park at Tindall Park and introduced bonds for park and capital improvements. They also adopted resolutions to award contracts for roadway improvements and engineering services, while introducing an ordinance to regulate short-term rentals.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-3345: $300,000 appropriation for dog park at Tindall Park (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-3354: $1,517,000 bond for park improvements (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-3355: $3,467,000 bond for capital improvements (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-3356: Regulation of short-term rentals (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-252: $680,475.50 contract to Meco, Inc. for roadway improvements
• Approved Resolution 22-247: $113,050 engineering contract for McMahon Park (3-0, Clarke recused)
• Approved Resolution 22-251: $84,000 engineering contract for roadway inspection (3-0, Clarke recused)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $12,992,233.98

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding a workshop meeting to discuss a short-term rental ordinance and propose changes to management salaries and police officer staffing levels. The body will also hold public hearings on a park grant and a road vacation.

• Public hearing for Monmouth County Open Space Grant for McMahon Park improvements
• Ordinance 2022-3351 to vacate a portion of Beverly Way
• Ordinance 2022-3353 regarding the number of permitted sworn police officers
• Contract for the purchase of two Ford Broncos and one Hamm Tandem Roller
• Contract for renovations at the Middletown Arts Center

The Township Committee awarded a renovation contract for the Middletown Arts Center and approved several public works purchases and contract increases. The committee also passed an ordinance to vacate a portion of Beverly Way and advanced two other ordinances on first reading.

• Awarded $431,000 Arts Center renovation contract to George Koustas Painting & Construction
• Approved vacation of a portion of Beverly Way (Ordinance 2022-3351)
• Passed first reading of Management Salary Ordinance amendment (Ordinance 2022-3352)
• Passed first reading of ordinance amending number of permitted sworn police officers (Ordinance 2022-3353)
• Approved $60,785.04 for two 2022 Ford Bronco Sport SUVs
• Approved $62,099.20 for one Hamm Tandem Roller
• Authorized $346,077.79 increase for 2021 Roadway & Drainage Improvement Program
• Approved $10,012,582.94 in bill payments

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding public hearings on a bond ordinance for capital improvements and an ordinance to amend management salaries. The body is also considering various contracts for recreation facilities, park improvements, and police equipment.

• Bond Ordinance 2022-3349 for $1,750,000 for various capital improvements
• Proposed vacation of a portion of Beverly Way
• Acquisition of Block 265, Lots 64 & 66 by purchase or eminent domain
• Contract for installation of a skate park at Kunkel Park
• Consolidated bond issue not to exceed $9,466,747 for general improvements

The Township Committee approved a consolidated bond issue of up to $9,466,747 for various capital and open space projects. The committee also established a shared services agreement with the Board of Education to provide armed Class III Special Law Enforcement Officers at all schools.

• Approved consolidated bond issue up to $9,466,747 (5-0)
• Approved shared services agreement for armed Class III officers in schools (5-0)
• Approved $1.75M appropriation for capital improvements (5-0)
• Approved $839,543.42 contract for Kunkel Park skate park installation (5-0)
• Approved $332,151.90 contract for one Elgin street sweeper (5-0)
• Approved $335,100 contract to paint the Conover Beacon (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 temporary emergency appropriation for legal and fuel costs (5-0)
• Approved transfer of liquor license 1331-44-007 to Wanamassa Liquors, Inc. (5-0)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee will discuss a proposed bond ordinance for $1.75 million in capital improvements and authorize the issuance of $650,750 in bonds. The agenda also includes a public hearing on vacating a portion of Jefferson Way and several resolutions regarding property acquisitions, redevelopment agreements, and service contracts.

• Bond Ordinance 2022-3349: Appropriation of $1,750,000 for capital improvements; authorization of $650,750 in bonds.
• Public Hearing: Ordinance 2022-3348 to vacate a portion of Jefferson Way.
• Resolution 22-189: Designates Middletown Walk, LLC as redeveloper for the 'Multifamily District' in the Circus Liquors Redevelopment Plan Area.
• Resolution 22-191: Authorizes grant application for Kings Highway Pedestrian Safety Improvements.
• Resolution 22-202: Authorizes purchase of 154 Ironwood Court to preserve as an affordable housing unit.

The Township Committee awarded a construction contract for a new dog park at Tindall Park and approved the purchase of an affordable housing unit. The committee also passed a bond ordinance for capital improvements and ratified a collective bargaining agreement for white-collar employees.

• Awarded $532,000 dog park construction contract to Mixalia Enterprises LLC
• Approved $211,486 purchase of affordable housing unit at 154 Ironwood Court
• Passed Ordinance 2022-3348 to vacate a portion of Jefferson Way
• Passed first reading of $1.75M bond ordinance for capital improvements
• Ratified collective bargaining agreement with CWA 1075 White Collar Unit (2020-2025)
• Approved $16,500 'Bayshore Distracted Driving Grant' budget insertion
• Authorized $25,075 contract with Solitude Lake Management for Shadow Lake treatment
• Approved place-to-place liquor license transfer for Middletown Bottle King, Inc.

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to fund municipal complex improvements. The body is also considering the vacation of a portion of Jefferson Way and several administrative resolutions.

• Ordinance 2022-3347: Appropriating $600,000 for municipal complex improvements
• Ordinance 2022-3348: Proposed vacation of a portion of Jefferson Way
• Resolution 22-178: Award of contract for 2022 Roadway and Drainage Project professional engineering services
• Resolution 22-186: Renewal of liquor licenses for the 2022-2023 term
• Resolution 22-175: Establishing a Green Grounds and Maintenance Policy

The Township Committee approved funding for municipal complex improvements and renewed liquor licenses for the 2022-2023 term. The committee also established a green grounds and maintenance policy and extended a road materials contract.

• Approved $600,000 for Municipal Complex improvements (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to vacate portion of Jefferson Way (5-0)
• Approved renewal of liquor licenses for 2022-2023 term (5-0)
• Established Township Green Grounds and Maintenance Policy (5-0)
• Extended road materials contract with Stavola Construction Materials, Inc. up to $520,000 (5-0)
• Awarded $93,209 contract to T&M Associates for survey and design services (5-0)
• Increased shared services fee with County of Monmouth for paving to $100,000 (5-0)
• Approved $21,311,145.29 in bill payments for June 6, 2022 (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding public hearings on a dog park bond ordinance and updated flood hazard maps. The body is also introducing a $600,000 appropriation for municipal complex improvements and discussing various administrative contracts.

• Public hearing for 2022-3345 Bond Ordinance: $300,000 for Tindall Park dog park and parking
• Introduction of 2022-3347 Ordinance: $600,000 for municipal complex improvements
• Public hearing for 2022-3346 Ordinance: Adoption of flood hazard maps and floodplain administrator
• Resolution 22-166: Acquisition of Block 276, P/O Lot 77.01 and Block 276, P/O Lot 77.03 via purchase or eminent domain
• Resolution 22-169: Letter of Intent with Board of Education for armed police officers at all schools

The Township Committee approved a $300,000 bond ordinance for a dog park and parking lot at Tindall Park. The committee also authorized a letter of intent to provide armed police officers at all Middletown schools. Additionally, several contracts for payroll services, security upgrades, and road materials were awarded.

• Approved $300,000 appropriation for Tindall Park dog park and parking lot (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance to update flood hazard maps and designate a Floodplain Administrator (4-0)
• Passed first reading of $600,000 ordinance for municipal complex improvements (4-0)
• Authorized letter of intent for armed police in schools at $50/hr off-duty and $35/hr Class III (3-0)
• Awarded payroll processing contract to Primepoint LLC, not to exceed $75,000 annually
• Awarded fire and security alarm system upgrades to Haig’s Service Corp for $281,501.00
• Increased road materials expenditure for Stavola Construction Materials, Inc. to $520,000.00
• Approved $3,410,776.80 in bill payments

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to administer the oath of office to several elementary school students as Mayors for a Day. The body will also issue a proclamation recognizing Memorial Day.

• Administration of Oath of Office to Mayors for a Day
• Proclamation recognizing May 30, 2022 as Memorial Day

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed bond ordinance to fund a skateboard park at Kunkel Park. The agenda also includes introductions for a dog park bond and flood hazard map updates, alongside a consent agenda covering various contracts and resolutions.

• Public hearing on $1.4M appropriation for Kunkel Park skateboard park
• Introduction of $300,000 bond ordinance for Tindall Park dog park
• Public hearing on vacation of portion of Barberie Place
• Resolution designating Block 1131 and Block 1086 areas for redevelopment
• Resolution authorizing grant application for East Road Improvements Phase II

The Township Committee approved several ordinances, including funding for a new skateboard park and the purchase of real estate in Port Monmouth. The committee also adopted a Sustainable Land Use Pledge and authorized various service contracts and equipment purchases.

• Approved $1.4M appropriation for Kunkel Park skateboard park (4-0)
• Approved purchase of real estate at Block 532, Lot 45 in Port Monmouth (5-0)
• Approved $129,225 contract to Jads Construction Co. for park ADA improvements (5-0)
• Approved $490,484.83 contract to Johnston Communications for network and security equipment (5-0)
• Approved $54,485.84 purchase of two 2022 Ford Bronco Sport SUVs (5-0)
• Approved 18-month electric supply contract with Constellation NewEnergy, Inc. (5-0)
• Designated Block 1086 (Lots 29-30) and Block 1131 (Lots 30-32) as areas in need of redevelopment (5-0)
• Passed first reading of $300,000 bond ordinance for Tindall Park dog park (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss several ordinances, including alcohol sale hours and real estate purchases. The body will also consider resolutions for emergency COVID vaccine clinic contracts and the termination of a shared health services agreement.

• Bond Ordinance for $1,400,000 for a skateboard park in Kunkel Park
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-3340 regarding alcoholic beverage sale hours
• Proposed purchase of real estate at Block 532, Lot 45 (Comptons Creek, Port Monmouth)
• Resolution terminating shared services with Monmouth Regional Health Commission No. 1
• Ordinance to vacate a portion of Barberie Place

The Township Committee adopted an ordinance governing alcoholic beverage sale hours and terminated a shared services agreement for public health services. Several bond and land-use ordinances passed first reading, and multiple maintenance contracts were awarded.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-3340 governing hours of sale for alcoholic beverages (5-0)
• Passed first reading of $1.4M bond ordinance for Kunkel Park skateboard park (4-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinances for Barberie Place vacation, real estate purchase at Block 532 Lot 45, and easement modifications (5-0)
• Terminated shared services agreement with Monmouth Regional Health Commission No. 1 (5-0)
• Authorized $11,742.25 DMHAS Youth Leadership Grant application (5-0)
• Ratified $41,779.91 emergency contract to Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey for COVID vaccine clinic (5-0)
• Awarded $48,265.00 electrical repair contract to Sodon’s Electric, Inc. (4-0)
• Awarded $46,518.00 plumbing repair contract to Magic Touch Construction Company Inc. (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will consider adopting the 2022 Municipal Operating Budget and a budget amendment. The meeting includes public hearings on bond ordinances for capital purposes and a new skateboard park.

• Public hearing for $1,400,000 appropriation for a skateboard park in Kunkel Park
• Public hearing for $1,400,000 ordinance for various capital purposes
• Proposed ordinance amending hours of sale for alcoholic beverages
• Resolution adopting the 2022 Municipal Operating Budget
• Contract for the purchase of one Chevrolet Tahoe via ESCNJ

The Township Committee adopted the 2022 Municipal Operating Budget and approved a bond ordinance to fund a new skateboard park at Kunkel Park. The committee also passed a consent agenda awarding contracts for tree trimming, engineering services, and a new fire department vehicle. Several proclamations recognizing local awareness months were issued, and public comments were heard regarding an aggressive dog in a residential neighborhood.

• Adopted 2022 Municipal Operating Budget (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-3338 for $1.4M appropriation and $1.33M bonds for Kunkel Park skate park (3-0, 1 recuse)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-3339 for $1.4M capital funding (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2022-3340 on first reading to amend alcohol sale hours (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-124 amending 2022 budget revenues (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including tree trimming contract with Flynn’s Tree Service not to exceed $180,000/year
• Approved contract with CME Associates for engineering services at 12 parks for $117,050
• Authorized purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe for Fire Department for $45,000

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on a bond ordinance and the acquisition of property at Fair View Fields. The body is also introducing ordinances for a new skateboard park and general capital funding.

• Introduction of Bond Ordinance 2022-3338 for $1,400,000 for a Kunkel Park skateboard park
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-3337 regarding the acquisition of Block 865, Lot 134 (Fair View Fields)
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-3339 appropriating $1,400,000 for various capital purposes
• Public hearing on Bond Ordinance 2022-3336 amending Bond Ordinance 2021-3326
• Resolutions awarding contracts for 2022 landscaping, event planning, and GovPilot subscription

The Township Committee approved over $3.5 million in bill payments and several service contracts for event planning, landscaping, and software. The committee also passed an ordinance to acquire property at Fair View Fields for public recreational facilities and introduced a proposal for a new skateboard park.

• Approved $3,512,987.99 in bill payments (5-0)
• Approved acquisition of Block 865, Lot 134 (Fair View Fields) for recreation (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 contract for 2022 Event Planner to Strategic Visions Unlimited, LLC (5-0)
• Approved landscaping contracts for D’Onofrio & Son, Inc. ($12,740) and Terra Casa, LLC ($16,520) (5-0)
• Approved $113,291.76 annual subscription for Govpilot Software (5-0)
• Approved $105,180 contract for managed detection and response services with Aspire Technology Partners, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $23,971.25 emergency contract for cloud-based software licenses from Mitchell Humphrey & Co. (5-0)
• Passed first reading of $1.4M bond ordinance for Kunkel Park skateboard park (4-0, 1 recuse)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee is scheduled to approve the 2022 municipal budget and introduce several ordinances, including one for acquiring Fair View Fields for public recreation. The agenda also includes a public hearing on exceeding budget limits and establishing a CAP bank, as well as numerous contract awards for services and vehicles.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-3334 to exceed budget limits and establish a CAP bank
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-3337 to acquire Block 865, Lot 134 (Fair View Fields) for public recreation
• Resolution 22-109 designating Kolber Properties LLC as redeveloper for Block 70, Lots 1-3 in North Middletown
• Resolution 22-111 reducing the performance guarantee for Heritage At Middletown
• Consent agenda items include contracts for salt storage, engineering services, traffic line striping, and four Ford F-450s with plows

The Township Committee unanimously approved a temporary emergency appropriation of $4.8 million to cover unpaid bills and passed a $21.9 million bill payment resolution. They designated Kolber Properties, LLC as the redeveloper for Block 70 in the North Middletown Redevelopment Plan area. Several contracts were awarded, including $314,190 for engineering services and $253,538 for four Ford trucks.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-3334 to exceed budget limits and establish CAP Bank (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-3335 for Navesink Hook & Ladder parking (5-0)
• Introduced Bond Ordinance 2022-3336 on first reading (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-3337 for Fair View Fields acquisition on first reading (5-0)
• Authorized 2022 Municipal Budget introduction via Resolutions 22-98 and 22-99 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 22-100 through 22-115 (5-0)
• Designated Kolber Properties, LLC as redeveloper for Block 70 (Resolution 22-109)
• Approved $4,806,044.38 temporary emergency appropriation (Resolution 22-112)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding recreation fees and the maintenance of vacant and abandoned properties. The body will also consider budget appropriation limits and a contract for roadway and drainage improvements.

• Public hearing: Ordinance 2022-3332 amending recreation fees
• Public hearing: Ordinance 2022-3333 establishing registration and maintenance for vacant and abandoned properties
• Introduction: Ordinance 2022-3334 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a CAP Bank
• Resolution 22-93 awarding contract for 2021 Roadway and Drainage Improvements
• Resolution 22-97 authorizing liquor license transfer for GVFB, LLC (Gabriella's)

The Township Committee approved a contract for roadway and drainage improvements and passed ordinances regarding recreation fees and vacant property maintenance. The committee also authorized a temporary emergency appropriation of $422,800 and approved over $3.4M in bill payments.

• Awarded 2021 Roadway and Drainage Improvements contract to Jads Construction Co. for $2,265,176.98
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-3332 amending recreation fees (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-3333 establishing registration and maintenance for vacant and abandoned properties (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2022-3334 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2022-3335 regarding Navesink Hook & Ladder Company #1 parking (4-0)
• Rescinded contract award to Kane Communications, LLC for fire and security alarm upgrades to rebid the project
• Authorized $10,000 grant application for Emergency Management Agency Assistance (EMAA)
• Approved $3,456,174.35 in bill payments for March 7, 2022

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding fire department officers and the vacation of part of Texas Avenue. The body will also introduce proposed ordinances for recreation fees and the registration of vacant and abandoned properties.

• 2022-3333 Ordinance establishing registration and maintenance for vacant and abandoned properties
• 2022-3332 Ordinance amending recreation fees
• 2022-3331 Ordinance authorizing the vacation of a portion of Texas Avenue
• Resolution 22-84 awarding contract for demolition of the house at 85 Hubbard Avenue
• Resolution 22-82 awarding contract for six Ford F-250s with plows

The Township Committee adopted the non-legally binding International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance Working Definition of Antisemitism. The board also approved several equipment purchases for public works and a contract for basketball court improvements.

• Adopted IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism (4-0)
• Approved $168,598.08 for John Deere 524p Wheel Loader (4-0)
• Approved $260,777.00 for John Deere 644 4wd Loader (4-0)
• Approved $110,607.00 for Tonya Keller Community Center basketball court improvements (4-0)
• Approved $247,365.00 for six Ford F-250 trucks with plows (4-0)
• Approved $27,450.00 for house demolition at 85 Hubbard Ave (4-0)
• Ratified MOA with PBA Local 124 for 2021-2022 (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2022-3331 to vacate portion of Texas Avenue (4-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding a public hearing on a bond ordinance for park funding and introducing ordinances regarding fire department governance and a street vacation on Texas Avenue. The body is also considering several professional appointments and property acquisitions.

• Public hearing for Bond Ordinance 2022-3329: $340,000 for park acquisitions and improvements
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-3331: Street vacation of a portion of Texas Avenue
• Resolution 22-58: Acquisition of properties at Block 136, P/O Lot 7 and Block 276, P/O Lot 77.022
• Resolution 22-74: Contract with Edmunds Govtech for online property tax payments
• Resolution 22-75: Redevelopment investigation for 331 Newman Springs Road and Schultz Drive

The Township Committee unanimously adopted a bond ordinance appropriating $340,000 for park acquisitions and improvements. The committee also passed a consent agenda of 19 resolutions, including authorizing property acquisitions for a federal flood control project and awarding various professional service contracts. Two ordinances regarding fire department officers and the vacation of Texas Avenue were introduced for first reading.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-3329: $340,000 appropriation for park acquisitions (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-3330: Amends Fire Department officer code (5-0, first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-3331: Vacates portion of Texas Avenue (5-0, first reading)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions 22-58 through 22-76 (4-0, Clarke recused)
• Authorized acquisition of properties for USACE flood control project (Res 22-58)
• Awarded Architect of Record contract to DMR Architects, NTE $50,000 (Res 22-64)
• Awarded Recycling Consultant contract to DeFeo Associates, NTE $27,500 (Res 22-65)
• Authorized online property tax payments via Edmunds Govtech (Res 22-74)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee is scheduled to introduce a bond ordinance for park acquisitions and improvements. The agenda also includes approving shared service agreements for flood control and animal control, authorizing various contracts, and administering police promotions.

• Bond ordinance for $340,000 appropriation for park acquisitions and improvements, authorizing $255,000 in bonds
• Shared service agreement with Monmouth County for the US Army Corps of Engineers Pt Monmouth Flood Control Project
• Police promotions: Anthony J. Gigante to Lieutenant; Stephen G. Greenwood and Brady M. Carr to Sergeant
• Resolution authorizing shared services agreement with Holmdel for animal control services
• Resolution authorizing disposition of surplus fire trucks

The Township Committee passed a first reading for a $340,000 park acquisition and improvement bond. The committee also approved several service contracts, including a $1.2M brush grinding agreement and a GPS vehicle tracking system. Additionally, the committee authorized a shared services agreement with Monmouth County for flood control projects.

• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2022-3329 for $340,000 in park acquisitions and improvements (4-0)
• Awarded $1,257,600 brush grinding and mulching contract to Mazza Mulch Inc.
• Approved $131,790 contract with Verizon Connect for GPS vehicle tracking
• Authorized shared service agreement with Monmouth County for Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook Bay Flood Control Project
• Approved $40,000 renewal with Monmouth County SPCA for stray animal housing
• Authorized $21,372.50 annual shared services agreement with Holmdel for animal control
• Donated two surplus fire trucks (1975 Mack and 1995 Pierce) to the 911 Fund
• Approved $2,528,850.29 in bill payments for January 18, 2022

Township Committee

The Township Committee held its annual reorganization meeting to elect the Mayor and Deputy Mayor and administer oaths of office. The agenda consisted almost entirely of procedural resolutions appointing legal counsel, engineers, and department heads for 2022. The committee also authorized a temporary budget for 2022 and established rules for remote meetings and tax collection procedures.

• Resolution 22-33: Authorizing a Temporary Budget for 2022
• Resolution 22-45: Authorizing participation in nationwide opioid settlement agreements with Johnson & Johnson, McKesson, Cardinal Health, and Amerisourcebergen
• Resolution 22-44: Authorizing execution of Equitable Sharing Agreement of Forfeited Assets with Department of Justice
• Resolution 22-22: Awarding contract for third-party administration of workers compensation, automobile, and general liability claims
• Resolutions 22-01 through 22-21: Appointments of Township Attorney, Auditor, Bond Counsel, Consulting Engineers, and Redevelopment Planner

The Township Committee held its annual reorganization meeting, electing Anthony S. Perry as Mayor and Rick W. Hibell as Deputy Mayor for 2022. The committee approved a temporary budget of $25,101,597.36 to cover expenses until the final 2022 budget is adopted. Numerous professional service contracts were awarded, including $318,000 for general legal counsel and $88,750 for the township auditor. The committee also authorized the police department to participate in the federal 1033 Program for acquiring excess defense equipment.

• Anthony S. Perry elected Mayor (5-0)
• Rick W. Hibell elected Deputy Mayor (5-0)
• Temporary 2022 budget approved ($25,101,597.36 total)
• Brian M. Nelson appointed Township Attorney (5-0)
• Archer & Greiner PC awarded General Special Counsel contract ($318,000)
• Suplee, Clooney & Company awarded Auditor contract ($88,750)
• Police authorized to join DLA 1033 Program for equipment acquisition
• Township authorized to join nationwide opioid settlement agreements