Morris County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Morris County Board of Commissioners held a work session on December 21, 2022. The agenda included no presentations, public hearings, or substantive decisions. The board reviewed resolutions and entered closed session to discuss appointments for 2023, a potential reorganization of departmental structure, and a possible sale of county property. No votes or actions were taken on these items during the public portion of the meeting.

• Closed session discussion of appointments of professionals for 2023
• Closed session discussion of potential reorganization of departmental structure
• Closed session discussion of a potential sale of county property

The Board conducted a work session featuring reports on public works and health services. No substantive public votes were taken on the 51 scheduled resolutions during this session, though the Board voted to enter a closed session to discuss property sales and personnel.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss potential sale of county property, departmental reorganization, and 2023 professional appointments

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners will vote on 47 resolutions, including $675,000 in open space trust fund grants for three projects in Boonton and Hanover, a $975,000 annual contract for unarmed security services, and a $175,000 grant for the Historic Turntable Property in Boonton. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, communications, and other routine administrative items.

• $175,000 open space grant to Boonton for Historic Turntable Property
• $220,000 open space grant to Hanover for Bee Meadow Greenway Phase II
• $280,000 open space grant to Boonton for Alli Property
• $975,000 annual contract for unarmed security services to Allied Universal
• $123,809.50 Operation Helping Hand grant insertion into 2022 budget

The Board approved several grants for open space and trail projects, including funding for Boonton, Hanover, and various municipalities. They also awarded contracts for security services, ambulance equipment, and tactical medical training. Additionally, the Board accepted the resignation of Commissioner Kathy DeFillippo after nine years of service.

• Approved $175,000 grant to Town of Boonton for Historic Turntable Property (Unanimous)
• Approved $220,000 grant to Township of Hanover for Bee Meadow Greenway – Phase II (Unanimous)
• Approved $280,000 grant to Township of Boonton for Alli Property (6-0)
• Awarded $975,000 annual contract for unarmed security services to Allied Universal Security Services (Unanimous)
• Awarded $108,702.22 contract to Stryker Sales Corporation for power load ambulance equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 annual pool for tactical medical training consultants (Unanimous)
• Approved funding for 8 municipal trail projects totaling $530,264.80 (6-0)
• Appointed Deena Leary to the Morris County Improvement Authority (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss and review resolutions, including recommendations for the 2023 Morris County Trail Construction Grant Program. The meeting also includes reports from the administrator, county counsel, clerk, and department heads, as well as a closed session for appointments to the Morris County Improvement Authority and various boards and commissions. No public comment is scheduled.

• Presentation of 2023 Morris County Trail Construction Grant Program Recommendations
• Closed session to discuss appointment to the Morris County Improvement Authority
• Closed session to discuss appointment of volunteers to various boards and commissions

The Board held a work session to review recommendations for the 2022 Recreational Trail Grant Program. No formal votes on funding were taken during this session, as the actual vote is scheduled for the next meeting. The Board also entered a closed session to discuss appointments to the Improvement Authority and various boards.

• Reviewed 2022 Recreational Trail Grant recommendations for 8 projects
• Entered closed session to discuss Morris County Improvement Authority appointment
• Entered closed session to discuss volunteer appointments to boards and commissions

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners will vote on 26 resolutions, including a $557,394 Motorola infrastructure upgrade for public safety, a $562,505 bridge replacement on Cherry Hill Road in Parsippany-Troy Hills, and a $179,272 historic preservation grant for the Ford-Faesch House in Rockaway. The board will also consider distributing ARPA small business grants and accepting various federal and state grants. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• RES-2022-1073: $557,394 for Motorola infrastructure upgrades (Law & Public Safety)
• RES-2022-1080: $562,505 for Cherry Hill Road bridge replacement in Parsippany-Troy Hills
• RES-2022-1072: $179,272 historic preservation grant for Ford-Faesch House in Rockaway
• RES-2022-1079: Distribution of ARPA Small Business Grant Program funds to Morris County businesses and non-profits
• RES-2022-1084: Insertion of $484,463.43 from National Opioid Litigation Resolution into 2022 budget

The Board of County Commissioners approved a bill resolution totaling $9,910,756.90. They also awarded several contracts for bridge replacement, radio infrastructure, and emergency vehicles, and distributed $352,753.34 in ARPA grants to 28 local businesses and non-profits.

• Approved $9,910,756.90 in bill payments (5-0)
• Awarded $562,505 contract to CMS Construction, Inc. for Cherry Hill Road bridge replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $352,753.34 in ARPA grants for 28 small businesses and non-profits (Unanimous)
• Awarded $557,394 contract to Motorola Solution, Inc. for radio infrastructure upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved $179,272 grant to Township of Rockaway for Ford-Faesch House preservation (Unanimous)
• Awarded three emergency vehicle contracts to First Priority Group totaling $481,525.79 (Unanimous)
• Approved $89,180.84 contract with SHI International Co. for Surrogate Court records conversion (4-0)
• Increased County Counsel John A. Napolitano's hourly rate to $190 effective Jan 1, 2024 (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners will consider over 40 resolutions at its November 21 regular meeting, including $2.13 million in 2022 Open Space Grant Awards, a $1.16 million janitorial services contract, and a $949,600 chiller upgrade for the courthouse. The board will also vote on a $507,554 agreement for ambulance service at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital and the distribution of ARPA small business grants.

• RES-2022-1032: $2,130,000 in Open Space Grant Awards from the Morris County Open Space Trust Fund
• RES-2022-1029: $507,554.40 MOA with NJ Dept. of Health for Basic Life Support Ambulance Service at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital
• RES-2022-1043: $949,600 contract for chiller upgrade at the Morris County Courthouse
• RES-2022-1039: $1,156,416 contract for janitorial services (Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2023)
• RES-2022-1042: Distribution of ARPA Small Business Grant Program funds to Morris County businesses and non-profits

The Board approved extensive Grant-In-Aid funding for mental health, youth, and aging services for 2023. It also authorized several million dollars for open space preservation and courthouse infrastructure upgrades. Additionally, the Board appointed a new Qualified Purchasing Agent and re-appointed the Chief Financial Officer.

• Approved $3,814,736 in Grant-In-Aid funding for 2023 human services (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,130,000 for 2022 Open Space grant awards (4-0)
• Awarded $1,156,416 janitorial services contract to Employment Horizons (Unanimous)
• Awarded $1,000,000 snow plowing contract to Green Outlook Landscaping & Maintenance, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Awarded $949,600 courthouse chiller upgrade contract to DeSesa Engineering Company, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $176,626 in ARPA small business grants to 15 local entities (Unanimous)
• Appointed Anthony Aponte as Qualified Purchasing Agent through 2025 (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed Beti Bauer as Chief Financial Officer through 2025 (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session with no public comment. The agenda includes a presentation on a courthouse design update, along with reports from the administrator, county counsel, commissioners, clerk, and department heads. A closed session is scheduled to discuss appointments and labor negotiations.

• Courthouse Design Update presentation
• Closed session to discuss appointments to various boards and commissions
• Closed session to discuss labor negotiations

The Board of County Commissioners reached a consensus to move the new courthouse project from the concept phase to the schematic design phase. The facility is planned for a county-owned parcel on Schuyler Place in Morristown. The decision followed a presentation by the infrastructure firm AECOM.

• Consensus reached to move new courthouse project to schematic design phase
• Approved resolution to enter closed session to discuss labor, litigation, and professional contracts

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to review the 2023 Capital Plan and receive the Morris County Open Space Trust Fund Committee's 2022 grant recommendations. The meeting includes a presentation on the Prosecutor's Office re-accreditation award, along with reports from the administrator, county counsel, commissioners, and department heads. A closed session is scheduled to discuss labor negotiations and matters under attorney-client privilege. There is no public comment session, but the public may attend in person or via WebEx.

• 2023 Capital Plan review
• Morris County Open Space Trust Fund Committee 2022 Grant Recommendations
• Morris County Prosecutor's Office Re-Accreditation Award presentation
• Closed session for labor negotiations and attorney-client privileged matters
• No public comment session at this meeting

The Board reached a consensus to include the 2023 Capital Plan in the county budget, featuring a new courthouse and road improvements. The Board also reviewed grant recommendations for five open space preservation projects. No formal votes were taken on these items during the work session.

• Reached consensus to incorporate 2023 Capital Plan into budget
• Proposed $85 million for new courthouse construction
• Proposed $15.5 million for roadway resurfacing of 26 miles
• Proposed $7.4 million for bridge and culvert projects
• Proposed $2.6 million for intersection improvements
• Reviewed $2.1 million in recommended grants for five open space projects (action deferred to Nov 21)

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Morris County Board of Commissioners will vote on over 40 resolutions, including several large infrastructure contracts, budget adjustments, and grant applications. Key items include a $1.06M federal agreement for intersection construction in Randolph, a $1M grant application for a bridge replacement in Jefferson Township, and acceptance of national opioid litigation settlement funds. The meeting also includes public hearings on ordinances and recognition of veterans.

• Resolution to execute a $1,063,448 federal aid agreement for construction of Center Grove & Quaker Church Roads intersection in Randolph
• Resolution seeking approval to submit a $1,236,732 grant application for replacement of County Bridge No. 1400-722 on Ironia Road in Mendham and Randolph Townships
• Resolution accepting National Opioid Litigation Settlement Funds
• Resolution authorizing insertion of $3,449,544 in federal Urban Areas Security Initiative funds into the 2022 budget
• Resolution declaring an emergency for collapsing drainage and roadway on Cherry Hill Road Bridge in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, with $55,600 for replacement piping

The Board approved several road and bridge projects, including a $7.89M NJDOT grant application and emergency repairs for the Cherry Hill Road Bridge. They also distributed $239,175.83 in small business grants and extended various senior service contracts.

• Approved $7.89M NJDOT grant application for FY 2023 County Aid (Unanimous)
• Awarded $55,600 emergency contract to Brent Material Company for Cherry Hill Road Bridge repairs (Unanimous)
• Distributed $239,175.83 in ARPA small business grants to 20 businesses and non-profits (Unanimous)
• Approved $612,788 contract increase for AECOM Architects & Engineers for courthouse expansion (Unanimous)
• Approved $373,091.80 contract to T. Slack for underground fuel tank replacement (Unanimous)
• Extended senior service contracts for various providers totaling $871,654 and $28,659 (Unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 settlement for partial fee taking at 100 Kings Highway/102 Landing Road (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed November 2022 as Native American Heritage Month in Morris County (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing various resolutions including small business grants, road improvements, and public safety equipment. The agenda also includes bond ordinances for historical record conversion and paratransit vehicle equipment.

• Small Business Grant Program funding up to $1,300,000.00
• Railroad crossing improvements in Roxbury Township not to exceed $166,153.00
• Bond Ordinance reappropriating $101,000 for historical record conversion
• Bond Ordinance reappropriating $19,371.51 for paratransit vehicle equipment
• Federal Aid Agreement of $860,000.00 for bridge engineering in Morristown

The Board approved additional ARPA funding for small businesses and nonprofits and distributed $308,246.90 to 25 eligible entities. Several bond ordinances were passed to fund the replacement of the County Road Department Building and the digitization of adoption records. The Board also awarded multiple public works and law enforcement contracts.

• Approved additional $1.3M for Small Business Grant Program (Unanimous)
• Distributed $308,246.90 in grants to 25 small businesses and nonprofits (Unanimous)
• Approved bond ordinance for design costs to replace County Road Department Building (Unanimous)
• Approved $101,000 bond ordinance to convert historical adoption records to digital media (Unanimous)
• Awarded $166,153 contract to Railroad Construction Company, Inc. for Berkshire Valley Road crossing (Unanimous)
• Awarded $115,602.24 contract to Commercial Interiors Direct Inc. for window blinds (Unanimous)
• Approved $860,000 NJDOT agreement for preliminary engineering of Bridge No. 1400-118 (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed October 2022 as Domestic Violence and Breast Cancer Awareness Months (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Morris County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session with no public comment. The agenda includes a presentation on the 20th anniversary of the Historic Preservation Grant Program, reports from the administrator and department heads, and a closed session to discuss labor negotiations and attorney-client privileged matters.

• Presentation on 20th anniversary of Historic Preservation Grant Program
• Closed session for labor negotiations
• Closed session for attorney-client privileged matters on Human Services funding and RFPs

The Board reached a consensus to follow a phased design approach for the PPE warehouse/emergency shelter health management building project. This approach allows for bidding both with and without the health management component. The Board also agreed to adjust the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Consensus reached to use a phased design approach for the PPE warehouse/emergency shelter project
• Approved changing the April 12, 2023 meeting date to April 13

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing bond ordinances for the Surrogate's Office and Department of Human Services. The body is also considering various historic preservation grant extensions and public safety grants.

• Bond Ordinance to reappropriate $101,000 for converting historical adoption records to microfilm and digital media
• Bond Ordinance to reappropriate $19,371.51 for mobile data computers and vehicle cameras for paratransit and nutrition vehicles
• Grant agreement for $180,400 for the Mount Vernon School in Chatham
• State grant award of $3,449,544.00 for the UASI - FY22 Local Share Grant Program
• Requests to use Main Street (CR 634) for a Veteran's Day Eve Parade and Washington Street (CR 510) for the St. Patrick's Day Parade

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to receive reports from the administrator, county counsel, and department heads. The meeting includes a presentation for Arts and Humanities Month and a review of resolutions.

• Presentation for Arts and Humanities Month
• Review of resolutions
• Closed session to discuss potential litigation

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on various resolutions including public works contracts, historic preservation grants, and law enforcement equipment. The body is also reviewing requests for road closures and banner placements for local community events.

• Contract for Emerald Ash Borer Tree Removal Phase 4 in Washington, Mount Olive, and Randolph Townships to Downes Tree Service Co., Inc. for up to $596,710.00
• Maintenance contract extension for Virtual Server Infrastructure from SHI International Co. for $380,443.00
• Historic preservation grants of $63,000 for Obadiah LaTourette Grist and Saw Mill and $47,568 for Lindenwold
• Contract for ammunition, explosives, and fireworks disposal with Veolia ES Technical Solutions up to $250,000
• Request to close Kinnelon Road (CR 618) from Ricker Road to Kiel Avenue on October 1, 2022, for K-Fest Fair

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners conducted a work session consisting of reports and a review of resolutions. The meeting included a closed session to discuss personnel and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Closed session regarding personnel and appointments to boards and commissions

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve several infrastructure contracts, historic preservation grants, and road use requests. Key decisions include funding for railroad realignment and road resurfacing.

• Contract for Dover & Rockaway Railroad Realignment Project to Johnson Mirmiran And Thompson, Inc. not to exceed $2,497,511.99
• Contract for milling and resurfacing of Columbia Rd/Columbia Tpke (C.R. 510) to Schifano Construction Corp. not to exceed $2,204,527.59
• Renewal contract for Morton Salt Inc. for rock salt in the amount of $1,875,600
• Historic preservation grants including $286,308 for Seward House and $186,939 for the Morris Museum
• Road use and closure requests for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Jefferson Township Fire Company No. 1, and New Vernon Volunteer Fire Department

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a work session featuring a presentation from Picatinny Arsenal Garrison Commander LTC Alex Burgos. The meeting includes reports from the administrator, county counsel, and department heads.

• Picatinny Arsenal introductions and overview by LTC Alex Burgos
• Recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month
• Review of resolutions
• Closed session to discuss appointments to boards and commissions

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions including historic preservation grants, infrastructure contracts, and technology purchases. The agenda also includes requests for local community events and road usage.

• Purchase of multi-factor authentication systems for $501,693.75
• Meeting room upgrades for virtual interaction totaling $755,941.21
• Historic preservation funding for various sites including Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum ($204,800) and Chester Historical Society ($182,440)
• Milling and resurfacing of Bartley Chester Road and Bartley Road for up to $1,120,375.07
• Auto body repair contract with Central Jersey Collision/Elizabeth Truck Center for $1,407,750.00

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a work session to review resolutions and receive reports from county officials. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss an appointment to the Morris County Park Commission.

• Acknowledgment of Ukrainian Independence Day
• Review of donations to Morris County Prosecutor’s Office & Sheriff’s Office
• Closed session regarding a Morris County Park Commission appointment

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on various contracts, grant agreements, and infrastructure projects. Key items include funding for historic preservation and land acquisitions for the Landing Road Bridge replacement in Roxbury Township.

• Historic preservation grants including $172,600 for Loyola Gate House and $36,000 for Acorn Hall
• Emergency repairs to Two Bridges Road Bi-County Bridge by Konkus Corporation for $94,249.00
• Land acquisitions and relocation assistance for the Landing Road Bridge replacement in Roxbury
• Contract for window cleaning with JJS Services Inc. for $210,000.00
• Purchase of enterprise storage server equipment for Prosecutor's Office High Tech Crimes Unit for $84,806.57

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session including a presentation from the Public Health Officer. The meeting includes reports from the Administrator, County Counsel, and various department heads.

• Update on Monkeypox Virus by Dr. Carlos Perez, Public Health Officer

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a work session. The agenda includes a presentation of the Surrogate’s 2021 Annual Report and a closed session to discuss board and commission appointments.

• Presentation of Morris County Surrogate’s 2021 Annual Report by Surrogate Heather Darling
• Closed session to discuss appointments to various boards and commissions

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding infrastructure projects, including road milling and resurfacing across multiple townships. The meeting also includes actions on various state and federal grant acceptances, budget revenue insertions, and personnel appointments.

• Milling and resurfacing plans for Diamond Spring Road (C.R. 603), Shunpike Road/Watchung Avenue (C.R. 646), Troy Hills Road/S. Beverwyck Road (C.R. 637), and Village Road (CR 646)
• Acceptance of $50,000.00 from the State of New Jersey for an Online Board Worker Training Grant Program
• Relocation assistance payment of $2,319.09 for a bridge replacement project at 101 Landing Road in Roxbury
• Contract award to Salmon Bros., Inc. for slope stabilization and erosion control on Ledgewood Landing Road (C.R. 631) for up to $578,460.00
• Insertion of $7,891,024.00 into the 2022 Budget from the U.S. Department of Transportation County Aid

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session on July 13, 2022. The agenda consists of procedural reports and the review of resolutions.

• Review of resolutions

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on multiple road resurfacing plans and awarding several service contracts. The body is also reviewing requests for road closures for Labor Day parades and film productions.

• Contract for Morris County Radio Towers HVAC Upgrade awarded to 1st Goal Heating and Cooling LLC for $301,000.00
• Contract for Adult Day Care Center operation awarded to Cornerstone Family Programs for up to $246,000.00 annually
• Morgue Transportation Services contract awarded to Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home for up to $175,000.00 annually
• Change order for Kiel Avenue resurfacing in Butler to increase contract by $48,585.81
• Requests to close Main Street in Boonton and Route 24 in Mendham Borough for Labor Day parades

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve various resolutions, including budget updates and contract awards. The body is also reviewing multiple requests for road closures and banner placements for local events.

• Insertion of $47,767,562.50 in ARPA Local Fiscal Recovery Funds into the 2022 Budget
• Contract award to D & M Auto Body Inc. for $589,750.00 for auto body repairs
• Contract award to Marshall, LLC for mosquito control building roof replacement not to exceed $289,000.00
• Contract award to Rosando Fence Company, Inc. for Central Park improvements not to exceed $188,273.75
• Purchase of maintenance renewal for Splunk Security services from CDW-G for $111,875.00

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review funding recommendations for historic preservation. The meeting includes reports from the administrator, county counsel, and department heads.

• 2022 Historic Preservation Funding Recommendations presentation

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on various resolutions including road resurfacing, bridge replacements, and cybersecurity upgrades. The body is also considering requests to close streets in Boonton for local events.

• Contract to Schifano Construction Corp. for milling and resurfacing of Whippany Road (C.R. 511) not to exceed $805,465.33
• Contract to TNT Construction Group LLC for Morris View Healthcare Center roof replacement for $867,890.00
• Contract to Open Systems Integrators for fire alarm upgrades to the Homeless Solutions building for $395,805.02
• Purchase of Checkpoint cyber security services from SHI INTERNATIONAL CO. for $441,505.82
• Requests to close Main Street in Boonton for Boonton Day (Sept 25) and Santa Run/Walk (Nov 19)

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session including a presentation on the county's AAA rating. The meeting includes reports from various departments and a closed session to discuss labor negotiations, personnel, and an insurance fund commission appointment.

• Presentation: Reaffirmation of Morris County’s AAA Rating
• Closed Session: Labor negotiations
• Closed Session: Personnel matters
• Closed Session: Appointment to the Morris County Insurance Fund Commission

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session on May 25, 2022. The agenda includes reports from the Administrator, County Counsel, and various department heads.

• Discussion of appointments to various boards and commissions

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions including bond determinations for the County College and various grant agreements. The agenda also includes requests for contract renewals, equipment purchases, and property easements.

• Determination of County College Bonds, Series 2022 not to exceed $5,224,000
• UASI equipment purchase through Packetalk up to $52,543.00
• UASI equipment purchase through Gold Type Business Machines up to $144,300.00
• Acquisition of partial fee for Main Road/Flanders Netcong Road/Route 206 Intersection Project for $70,000.00
• Case management services agreement with AHS Hospital Corp./Morristown Medical Center up to $89,144.00

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss American Rescue Plan HOME Funds with the Department of Human Services. The meeting includes proclamations for Older Americans Month and Mental Health Awareness Month.

• American Rescue Plan HOME Funds discussion
• Older Americans Month Proclamation
• Mental Health Awareness Month Proclamation

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding infrastructure, equipment purchases, and budget adjustments. The agenda also includes requests for road closures and community events.

• Change order for Waterloo Road Bridge replacement: $15,933.75 increase for a total of $2,414,719.88
• Purchase of two Brandon SSHD Series dump bodies with plows and spreaders for $194,024.00
• Purchase of two International 2023 HV507 SFA cab & chassis for $273,972.10
• Contract award for elevator maintenance: $399,200.00
• Contract award for priority dispatch software and training: up to $140,000.00

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session including reports from the Administrator, County Counsel, and various department heads. The agenda includes a presentation by Covid-19 Response Partners and a closed session to discuss potential litigation.

• Presentation by Covid-19 Response Partners
• Closed session discussion regarding potential litigation
• Discussion of appointments to various boards and commissions

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several bond ordinances for infrastructure, equipment, and facility upgrades. The body is also reviewing multiple requests for road closures and the use of county roads for community events and fundraisers.

• Bond Ordinance for building and site improvements at County College of Morris appropriating $5,224,000
• Bond Ordinance for vehicle and equipment replacement for Morris County Park Commission appropriating $1,296,000
• Bond Ordinance for Ann-Bank Parking Garage repairs appropriating $657,000
• Contract award to Riverview Paving, Inc. for milling and resurfacing Windemere Avenue (C.R. 616) for $374,071.95
• Resolution to increase the 2022 COLA percentage up to 3.5 percent

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a work session including reports from the administrator, county counsel, and department heads. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the lease of real property.

• Presentation for Child Abuse Awareness Month
• Closed session discussion regarding the lease of real property

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple bond ordinances for various county projects. These include funding for parking garage repairs, park paving, vehicle replacements, college expansions, and science lab upgrades.

• Bond Ordinance for Ann-Bank Parking Garage repairs ($657,000)
• Bond Ordinance for Morris County Park Commission paving projects ($450,000)
• Bond Ordinance for Morris County Park Commission vehicle and equipment replacement ($1,296,000)
• Bond Ordinance for County College of Morris building and site improvements ($5,224,000)
• Bond Ordinance for Morris County School of Technology Building #4 Science Lab upgrades ($526,000)

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session including a Vietnam War Veterans Day recognition. The agenda includes reports from the Administrator, County Counsel, and various departments.

• Vietnam War Veterans Day Recognition presentation
• Review of resolutions

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is introducing the 2022 budget and a resolution to increase the COLA percentage to 3.5 percent. Public hearings for these items are scheduled for April 13, 2022. The board is also considering several capital improvement ordinances and contract awards.

• Contract award of $18,984,849.01 to New Prince Construction Company, Inc. for the NYS&W Bicycle and Pedestrian Shared Use Path
• Contract award of $937,000.00 to Panoramic Window & Door Systems, Inc. for window replacement at 560 W. Hanover Ave.
• Bond ordinance appropriating $536,275 for Morris County Sheriff’s Office equipment and vehicles
• Bond ordinance appropriating $550,000 for sprinkler system upgrades in County facilities
• Funding of $465,000 from Open Space Trust to Montville Township for the Jean Drive Preserve project

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review the 2022 Morris County Budget. The agenda includes a second reading of an ordinance for Board of Elections equipment replacement.

• Bond Ordinance ORD-2022-15 for Board of Elections equipment replacement and upgrade ($4,932,170)
• Issuance of $4,697,000 in bonds or notes to finance equipment costs
• Presentation of the 2022 Morris County Budget
• Retirement resolution for Carole Harper

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several ordinances related to infrastructure, vehicle replacements, and equipment upgrades. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions regarding land acquisition for bridge replacements and contract adjustments.

• Ordinance ORD-2022-15: $4,932,170 for Board of Elections equipment replacement and upgrade
• Ordinance ORD-2022-14: $6,675,000 for Department of Public Works capital improvements
• Ordinance ORD-2022-18: $550,000 for sprinkler system upgrades in various County facilities
• Resolution RES-2022-190: $620,000 acquisition for Landing Road Bridge replacement in Roxbury
• Resolution RES-2022-192: $980,000 acquisition for Landing Road Bridge replacement in Roxbury

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session including a presentation by JCP&L regarding infrastructure improvements and upgrades. The meeting includes various departmental reports and a closed session to discuss appointments, labor negotiations, and potential litigation.

• JCP&L Infrastructure Improvements and Upgrades presentation
• Closed session discussion of board and commission appointments
• Closed session discussion of labor issues/negotiations
• Closed session discussion of potential litigation

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several ordinances related to capital improvements, vehicle replacements, and equipment upgrades across various departments. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for contract awards, grant acceptances, and tax rate settings.

• Bond Ordinance for Career Training Center at County College of Morris: $18,596,246
• Bond Ordinance for road and railroad improvements: $9,419,140
• Bond Ordinance for Board of Elections equipment: $4,932,170
• Bond Ordinance for Department of Public Works capital improvements: $6,675,000
• Ordinance for Morris Area Paratransit System vehicle replacement: $150,000

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session including an Art in the Atrium presentation. The agenda includes reports from the Administrator, County Counsel, and various departments.

• Art in the Atrium Presentation for Spring and Summer by Lauren Craig LeBeaux

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several bond ordinances for infrastructure, technology, and education upgrades. The body is also voting on various service contracts and property acquisition funding.

• Proposed bond ordinance for a Career Training Center at the County College of Morris: $18,596,246
• Proposed bond ordinance for road and railroad improvements: $9,419,140
• Proposed bond ordinance for IT computer, network, and security upgrades: $1,894,745
• Contract for Trunk Radio System Maintenance from Motorola Solutions, Inc.: $587,940.84
• $35,000 in funding to the Town of Dover for the East Blackwell Street Property Acquisition

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a work session including a retirement resolution for Stephen Rice. Superintendent Scott Moffitt will provide an update on the Morris County Vocational School District Career Training Center at the County College of Morris.

• Retirement resolution for Stephen Rice, Manager of the Morris County Office of Information Technology GIS Section
• Update on the Morris County Vocational School District Career Training Center at the County College of Morris
• Closed session to discuss appointments to boards and commissions

Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the integration of the Sheriff’s Office Patrol and Park Police. The meeting includes reports from county officials and a closed session for appointments and legal matters.

• Presentation by Sheriff James Gannon on Sheriff’s Office Patrol/Park Police Integration
• Closed session to discuss appointments to boards and commissions

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a bond ordinance to fund a career training center at the County College of Morris. The body is also reviewing various contracts, grant applications, and historic preservation easements.

• ORD-2022-1: Bond ordinance for a career training center at County College of Morris for $24,794,995
• RES-2022-69: Contract award to American Wear Inc. for uniforms and mat rental services for $36,924.16
• RES-2022-74: Insurance Fraud Prosecutor Reimbursement Program Grant Application for $249,999.99
• RES-2022-82: Adoption of a temporary capital budget for the year 2022
• RES-2022-90: Drainage Easement Acquisition on Berkshire Valley Road in Roxbury for $1,000.00

Board of County Commissioners Annual Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting its annual meeting to swear in new officials and appoint members to various county boards and committees. The agenda includes the selection of a Director and Deputy Director, as well as several administrative and financial resolutions.

• Oaths of office for Commissioners Deborah Smith, John Krickus, and Stephen H. Shaw
• Nominations for Board Director and Deputy Director
• Appointments to the Morris County Planning Board
• Appointments to various advisory councils, including Aging, Disabilities and Veterans
• Resolutions regarding county salaries, debt payments, and insurance premiums