Randolph public meetings in 2024

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting on December 12, 2024, to consider a series of action resolutions, including awarding contracts for a municipal building curtain wall replacement and equipment purchases, authorizing tax refunds and cancellations, and approving budget transfers. The meeting also includes public comment periods and an executive session to discuss an affordable housing update and the manager's performance appraisal.

• R 278-24: Award contract to Skopye LLC for Municipal Building curtain wall replacement, not to exceed $184,000
• R 275-24: Refund $54,469.66 to Park Finance LLC for tax sale certificate on 14 Willow Avenue
• R 276-24: Refund $193,518.61 to Greymorr, LLC for tax sale certificate on 8 Lawrence Road
• R 277-24: Purchase ID card printer under ESCNJ contract using ARPA funds, not to exceed $4,600
• R 279-24: Purchase mobile generator for Rescue Squad using ARPA funds, not to exceed $46,000

The Township Council approved a series of combined action resolutions, including contracts for municipal building repairs and emergency equipment. The council also approved the meeting minutes from November 5, 2024.

• Approved $184,000 contract for Municipal Building curtain wall replacement to Skopye LLC
• Approved up to $46,000 for a Rescue Squad mobile generator using ARPA funds
• Approved up to $4,600 for an ID card printer and accessories using ARPA funds
• Approved $193,518.61 tax sale certificate refund to Greymorr, LLC
• Approved $54,469.66 tax sale certificate refund to Park Finance LLC
• Approved $335.00 recreation program fee refund to Nicole Gillo
• Approved cancellation of tax delinquencies and overpayments under $10.00
• Approved November 5, 2024 meeting minutes

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting with multiple action items, including resolutions to settle a commercial tax appeal, purchase a new police fleet vehicle using ARPA funds, and approve various contracts. The council will also hold public hearings on three ordinances, including a property tax exemption for disabled veterans and sidewalk maintenance changes. The meeting includes an executive session for an affordable housing update and manager performance appraisal.

• R 258-24: Settlement of commercial tax appeal for Block 111, Lot 24, 430 Route 10 (Santander Bank)
• R 260-24: Award contract for new police fleet vehicle (ARPA funds, not to exceed $42,000)
• R 259-24: Refund of tax overpayment for Block 5, Lot 1, 1594 Route 10 - $37,496.46
• Ordinance 18-24: Property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans (public hearing)
• R 257-24: Cancellation of grant receivable balances totaling $446,523.03 and reserve balances totaling $481,315.97

The Randolph Township Council adopted three ordinances on final reading: a property tax exemption for 100 percent disabled veterans, updates to snow/ice and sidewalk maintenance rules, and revised eligibility criteria for the Length of Service Award Program for volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department members. The council also approved a combined slate of 15 action resolutions covering tax refunds, police fleet purchases, and a 2025 meeting schedule, and passed a resolution supporting a proposed amendment to the Fair Housing Act. All votes were unanimous except Councilwoman Elbaum abstaining on one tax appeal settlement and Councilman Forstenhausler abstaining on the LOSAP ordinance.

• Adopted Ordinance 18-24 creating property tax exemption for 100 percent disabled veterans (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 19-24 amending snow/ice and sidewalk maintenance rules (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 20-24 revising LOSAP eligibility criteria for Rescue Squad and Fire Department volunteers (6-0, Forstenhausler abstained)
• Approved combined action items R 257-24 through R 271-24, including tax refunds, police fleet purchases, and 2025 meeting schedule (6-0, Elbaum abstained on R 258-24)
• Approved R 260-24 purchase of new police fleet vehicle not to exceed $42,000 using ARPA funds
• Approved R 261-24 purchase of equipment for new police fleet vehicle not to exceed $9,300 using ARPA funds
• Approved R 272-24 supporting NJILGA-proposed amendment to the Fair Housing Act (7-0)
• Appointed Joy Trief as Student Member to the Board of Health (7-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a regular meeting with a lengthy consent agenda of action resolutions, including awarding contracts for road improvements, approving grants, and issuing raffle licenses. The council will also introduce three ordinances, including one creating a property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans. Public comment is open twice during the meeting.

• R 256-24: Award contract to J.A. Alexander, Inc. for Calais Road Phase 2 and South Road Improvements, not to exceed $709,585.33
• Ordinance 18-24: Introduce property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans
• R 222-24: Accept $14,601.18 US DOJ Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant
• R 225-24: Accept $7,977.79 from National Opioid Settlements
• R 230-24: Endorse Treatment Works Approval application for 1192 Sussex Turnpike

The council approved a combined action resolution list that included awarding a $709,585.33 contract to J.A. Alexander, Inc. for the Calais Road Phase 2 and South Road improvements project. The council also introduced three ordinances on first reading, including one to establish a formal property tax exemption policy for 100% disabled veterans. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on the minutes approval and one on the LOSAP ordinance introduction.

• Approved $709,585.33 contract to J.A. Alexander, Inc. for Calais Road Phase 2 and South Road improvements (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 18-24 establishing property tax exemption policy for 100% disabled veterans (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 19-24 clarifying property owner sidewalk snow/ice removal and maintenance responsibilities (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 20-24 revising LOSAP criteria for volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad members (6-0-1)
• Approved 42 combined action items including tax refunds, grants, and MCCPC contracts (unanimous)
• Approved October 1, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Entered executive session for affordable housing, personnel, and contract negotiations (unanimous)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will consider several action resolutions, including a contract for Town Hall roof repairs and various refunds. The Council will also hold a second reading for an ordinance regarding the Assistant Township Manager's retirement program eligibility.

• Contract award to Murray Paving and Concrete for Town Hall roof replacement not to exceed $506,000.00
• Second reading of Ordinance 17-24 regarding Assistant Township Manager retirement program exemption
• Refund of $336.24 in legal fees to FIG NJ19 LLC & Sec. Pty. for 1 Woodland Road
• Refund of $800.00 for hydrant meter rental fees to Glenn and Joseph Antico
• Release of performance and maintenance bonds for the CCM Pump Station Replacement Project

The Randolph Township Council approved a $506,000 contract for Town Hall roof replacement, adopted an ordinance exempting the Assistant Township Manager from the Defined Contribution Retirement Program, and approved several refunds and licenses. The council also entered executive session to discuss litigation and attorney-client privileged matters, and authorized the township attorney to proceed with the Kazanchy matter.

• Approved $506,000 Town Hall roof replacement contract to Murray Paving and Concrete (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 17-24 exempting Assistant Township Manager from Defined Contribution Retirement Program (7-0)
• Approved combined action resolutions including refunds and raffle licenses (7-0)
• Approved September 17, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized township attorney to proceed with Kazanchy litigation as discussed in executive session (6-0, 1 abstention)

Budget Session

The Randolph Township Council is holding a budget meeting to review the upcoming budget. The agenda includes presentations from the Police Department, Board of Health/Construction, and General Government/Land Use Administration, followed by discussions on library funding and revenue. Public comment periods are scheduled at the beginning and end of the meeting.

• Police Department budget presentation by Chief Will Harzula
• Board of Health/Construction budget presentation by Mark Caputo
• General Government and Land Use Administration budget presentation by Greg Poff
• Review of library funding
• Review of revenue considerations

The Randolph Township Council held a budget session to review the proposed 2024 municipal budget, which includes a 1.92% increase in the municipal purpose tax rate, raising taxes by $49.65 annually for the average home. The council discussed departmental budgets, including police and health, and reviewed revenue projections and fund balance usage. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with the next session scheduled for February 24.

• Reviewed proposed 2024 budget with $35,925,722 in appropriations (no vote)
• Discussed police department operating budget and capital outlay requests (no vote)
• Discussed health department budget and code enforcement decrease of 4.7% (no vote)
• Reviewed revenue projections including $21,097,047 municipal tax levy (no vote)
• Noted library appropriation minimum of $1,747,938 (no vote)
• Scheduled next budget meeting for February 24 at 8:30 a.m. (no vote)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting on October 1, 2024, with a public comment period, manager's report, and approval of minutes. The main business includes combined action resolutions for tax refunds, escrow releases, and contract adjustments, plus a public hearing on a capital ordinance amendment and introduction of an ordinance exempting the assistant township manager from a retirement program. The meeting also includes an executive session for litigation and attorney-client privileged matters.

• R 208-24: Refund of tax sale certificate for 1 Woodland Road, $82,900
• R 209-24 & R 212-24: Veteran property tax refunds for 284 Center Grove Road and another property
• R 214-24: Endorsement for Treatment Works Approval for Black River Barn Restaurant, 1178 Route 10 West
• Ordinance 16-24: Appropriating $30,000 from Capital Improvement Fund, amending Capital Ordinance #10-19
• Ordinance 17-24: Exempting Assistant Township Manager from Defined Contribution Retirement Program

The Randolph Township Council approved Ordinance 16-24, appropriating $30,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund to replace the Town Hall curtain wall, and introduced Ordinance 17-24 to make the Assistant Township Manager position pension-eligible rather than in the Defined Contribution Retirement Program. The council also approved eight combined action resolutions, including tax refunds and escrow releases. After an executive session on litigation and affordable housing, the council authorized the Township Attorney and Manager to convey the township's position on the Kazanchy matter. All votes were unanimous among the six members present; Councilman Forstenhausler was absent.

• Approved Ordinance 16-24 appropriating $30,000 from Capital Improvement Fund for Town Hall curtain wall replacement (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 17-24 exempting Assistant Township Manager from Defined Contribution Retirement Program; final vote set for Oct 17, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved R-208-24 refunding tax sale certificate for 1 Woodland Road, $82,900.00 (6-0)
• Approved R-209-24 veteran exemption tax refund/cancellation for 284 Center Grove Road (6-0)
• Approved R-212-24 veteran exemption tax refund/cancellation for Michael and Jennifer Tavares (6-0)
• Approved R-214-24 endorsing Treatment Works Approval application for Black River Barn Restaurant, 1178 Route 10 West (6-0)
• Approved R-215-24 releasing engineering and developer escrows for Metro Storage, 353 Route 10 East (6-0)
• Authorized Township Attorney and Manager to convey township's position on Kazanchy v. Randolph litigation (6-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a public hearing on a soil movement permit for Ten East Realty, LLC and Morris County Investments, LLC, and consider several resolutions awarding contracts, including tree planting, stormwater mapping, IT services, and a pump station upgrade. The meeting also includes appointments to advisory committees, public comment periods, and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Public hearing on soil movement permit for Ten East Realty, LLC and Morris County Investments, LLC (Block 44, Lots 1, 2, 56)
• Resolution R 202-24 awarding contract to Louis Barbato Landscaping Inc. for tree planting, not to exceed $102,960
• Resolution R 203-24 awarding stormwater MS4 mapping engineering services to Stormwater Compliance Solutions, LLC, not to exceed $68,580
• Resolution R 207-24 authorizing contract to Pumping Services, Inc. for Denbrook Pump Station upgrade, not to exceed $310,000
• Resolution R 206-24 extending IT services contract, not to exceed $90,000

The council approved a soil movement permit for Ten East Realty and Morris County Investments to remove 6,493 cubic yards of soil from a site at Canfield Avenue and Route 10 for a new auto dealership and fuel/convenience store. The council also approved a combined action resolution covering contracts for tree planting, stormwater mapping, IT services, and a pump station upgrade, plus several raffle licenses. Appointments were made to the Environmental and Landmark Advisory Committee and Parks Advisory Committee. A public comment about an Airbnb operation was referred to the Ordinance Subcommittee for review.

• Approved soil movement permit for Ten East Realty and Morris County Investments (6-0)
• Approved combined action resolutions including $102,960 tree planting contract (6-0)
• Approved $68,580 stormwater mapping contract with Stormwater Compliance Solutions (6-0)
• Approved $90,000 IT services contract extension with Pascack Data Services (6-0)
• Approved $310,000 Denbrook Pump Station upgrade contract with Pumping Services (6-0)
• Appointed Wendy Utberg, Julie Finco, and Pete Cetta to Environmental and Landmark Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Appointed Christian Meola to Parks Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Referred Airbnb complaint to Ordinance Subcommittee for review

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold its regular meeting on September 5, 2024, at the Randolph Municipal Building. The agenda includes a presentation on a Bee City proposal, public comment periods, approval of meeting minutes, and a combined action resolution list covering 30 items. These include tax refunds, grant approvals, contract awards for services and equipment, and a liquor license transfer. The meeting will also introduce Ordinance 16-24, which appropriates $30,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund, and will enter executive session to discuss litigation.

• R 181-24: Refund of $84,534.23 in tax overpayments to Morris County Realty, LLC for Block 42, Lot 114.01, 906 Route 10, plus $13,008.45 credit for 2024
• R 184-24: Transfer of plenary liquor license from Dabal Enterprises, LLC to Zola Ristorante, Inc.
• R 190-24: Award of $168,000 contract for DPW cab/chassis from Gabrielli Kenworth of NJ, using ARPA funds
• R 199-24: Award of $225,000 contract for leaf loading and hauling to S. Rotondi & Sons, Inc.
• Ordinance 16-24: Appropriating $30,000 from Capital Improvement Fund to amend Capital Ordinance #10-19

The Randolph Township Council approved the Bee City USA proposal, allowing the committee to take steps toward implementation. The council also approved a combined action list of 30 items, including tax appeal settlements, various contracts, and grant authorizations. An ordinance was introduced to appropriate $30,000 for the Town Hall Curtain Wall Replacement. The meeting concluded with an executive session on litigation.

• Approved Bee City USA proposal (unanimous)
• Approved 30 combined action items (unanimous; Thornton abstained on item #30)
• Introduced ordinance appropriating $30,000 for Town Hall Curtain Wall Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of residential tax appeal at 1 Poplar Court (refund $2,656.98)
• Approved settlement of commercial tax appeal at 1594 Route 10 (refund ~$37,496.46)
• Approved contract with DeFeo Associates for solid waste consulting ($25,000)
• Approved contract for DPW cab/chassis from Gabrielli Kenworth ($168,000)
• Approved contract for 2024 leaf loading/hauling to S. Rotondi & Sons ($225,000)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including resolutions for escrow and tax refunds, support for a trail construction grant, and benefits for volunteers. The meeting also includes public comment periods and an executive session to discuss affordable housing under attorney-client privilege.

• R 164-24: Refund $571 escrow to Jock Watkins, 9 Richter Street
• R 165-24: Refund $7,451.54 tax overpayment to Saiber LLC for Transistor Devices, 274 South Salem Street
• R 166-24: Support 2024 Morris County Trail Construction Grant for Rosenfarb-Guerin Farms Trail
• R 169-24: Authorize 2023 LOSAP benefits for Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad
• R 170-24: Cancel capital improvement authorizations totaling $190,665.89

The Randolph Township Council approved a combined action resolution covering nine items, including support for a Morris County Trail Construction Grant application for the Rosenfarb-Guerin Farms Trail, refunds of escrow and tax overpayments, and a LOSAP benefit for volunteer fire and rescue personnel. Two council members abstained from the votes on the accident & health policy and the LOSAP benefit resolutions. The council also directed the Township Manager to communicate with the Morris County Affordable Housing Corporation regarding the development of two affordable units on Franklin Road.

• Approved combined action resolutions R-164-24 through R-172-24 (7-0, with two abstentions on R-167-24 and R-169-24)
• Approved support for 2024 Morris County Trail Construction Grant Program/Design Application for Rosenfarb-Guerin Farms Trail
• Approved refund of escrow funds to Jock Watkins, 9 Richter Street - $571.00
• Approved refund of tax overpayment to Saiber, LLC Trust Account - $7,451.54
• Approved 2023 LOSAP benefit for Volunteer Fire Department and Volunteer Rescue Squad
• Approved cancellation of capital improvement authorizations - $190,665.89
• Approved cancellation of grant funds - $1,628.27
• Directed Manager Poff to communicate with Morris County Affordable Housing Corporation re: two affordable units on Franklin Road

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting with a presentation of the 2023 audit, public comment periods, and a series of action resolutions. They will also conduct a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance amending the salary range for specified officers and employees, and may enter executive session.

• Presentation of 2023 Audit by Kathi Mantell
• R 154-24: Move Over Law Enforcement Grant - $7,000.00
• R 156-24: Clean Communities Grant - $77,023.48
• Ordinance 15-24: Amending police salary ordinance (second reading/public hearing)
• R 159-24: HVAC maintenance change order #3 - $7,500.00

The Council passed an ordinance establishing salary ranges for specified township officers and employees effective January 1, 2024. They also approved several grant appropriations, escrow refunds, and a contract change order for HVAC maintenance.

• Passed Ordinance 15-24 setting employee compensation ranges (6-0)
• Approved R 154-24: Move Over Law Enforcement Grant of $7,000.00
• Approved R 156-24: Clean Communities Grant of $77,023.48
• Approved R 159-24: $7,500.00 HVAC maintenance change order for 1st Goal Heating and Cooling
• Approved R 155-24: $587.50 escrow refund for 3 Farmstead Court East
• Approved R 163-24: $375.00 recreation program fee refund
• Approved R 160-24: Sale of surplus personal property via online auction
• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment periods, appointments, and a series of action resolutions. Key items include accepting a $70,000 Local Recreation Improvement Grant, approving several contracts for DPW vehicles and equipment funded by ARPA, and settling a commercial tax appeal. The council will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance to permit car dealerships in the B-4 district and introduce a police salary ordinance.

• R 135-24: Accept $70,000 Local Recreation Improvement Grant (LRIG)
• R 138-24, R 139-24, R 140-24, R 146-24, R 147-24, R 148-24, R 150-24: ARPA-funded contracts for DPW vehicles (salt spreader, roll-off containers, snowplow, cab/chassis, dump body) totaling over $400,000
• R 141-24: $52,000 ARPA-funded police department deskset system
• R 142-24: Settlement of commercial tax appeal for 274 South Salem Street
• Ordinance 12-24: Public hearing to allow car dealerships in B-4 district; Ordinance 15-24: Introduction of police salary ordinance

The Randolph Township Council adopted Ordinance 12-24 on final reading, amending the Land Development Ordinance to permit new car and truck dealerships and accessory used car and truck sales and service that are part of a shopping center in the B-4 General Commercial District. The council also approved a combined action agenda of 20 resolutions, including ARPA-funded DPW and police equipment purchases, and introduced Ordinance 15-24 setting employee salaries tied to a collective negotiations agreement. All votes were unanimous with no nays; Councilman Forstenhausler abstained on one item (R 144-24).

• Adopted Ordinance 12-24 allowing car/truck dealerships in the B-4 General Commercial District (7-0)
• Approved combined action agenda of 20 resolutions (7-0, Forstenhausler abstained on R 144-24)
• Approved R 135-24, $70,000 Local Recreation Improvement Grant for Rosenfarb Park
• Approved ARPA-funded DPW purchases: salt spreader $49,500, roll-off containers $15,500, body/snowplow/salter $121,000, cab/chassis up to $145,000 and $55,169, dump body up to $20,500, snowplow up to $6,600
• Approved R 141-24, police desk sets up to $52,000 using ARPA funds
• Approved R 137-24, electronic tax lien sale services not to exceed $2,000
• Introduced Ordinance 15-24 setting employee salaries per collective negotiations agreement; final hearing July 2, 2024
• Approved R 152-24, professional services agreement with CSG Law up to $16,000

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting on June 4, 2024, with a full agenda of resolutions and public hearings. Key items include authorizing a settlement of the PBA Local 403A contract, applying for a NJDOT grant for the Millbrook Avenue improvements, and approving several fee schedule amendments. The council will also consider multiple cooperative contract awards and renew liquor licenses.

• R 123-24: Authorizing settlement of PBA Local 403A contract for Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2027
• R 121-24: Authorizing grant application with NJDOT for 2025 Millbrook Avenue Improvements Project
• Ordinance 13-24: Prohibiting e-bikes on the Randolph Trail System
• R 124-24: Awarding contract for hook lift body for DPW vehicle to Cliffside Body Corp, not to exceed $99,000 (ARPA funds)
• R 118-24: Authorizing refund of property taxes to Corelogic for tax-exempt properties, $21,122.06

The Council passed several ordinances updating fees for pet licenses, special duty police, and towing services, and prohibited e-bikes on the township trail system. They also approved a combined action agenda including various vendor contracts and grant applications.

• Prohibited e-bike operation on the trail system (7-0)
• Approved updated fee schedule for cat and dog licenses (7-0)
• Approved updated fee schedule for special duty police officers (7-0)
• Approved updated towing and storage fees (7-0)
• Approved $99,000 contract for DPW hook lift body using ARPA funds (7-0)
• Approved $45,000 NJDEP stormwater grant application (7-0)
• Approved NJDOT grant application for 2025 Millbrook Avenue improvements (7-0)
• Approved Eagle Scout proclamations for Kristopher Raymond Seidel and Sean Ryan Puttre (7-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will interview three candidates to fill a vacant council seat. The meeting also includes the introduction of several ordinances and the authorization of various resolutions.

• Interviews of three candidates for a vacant Council seat
• Resolution to authorize fireworks for the 2024 Freedom Festival on July 13
• Resolution to refund $5,867.76 in duplicate tax payments to Kongsberg Protech Systems
• Resolution to approve $22,822.50 in Drunk Driving Enforcement Fund Grant funds
• Ordinance to prohibit e-bikes on the Randolph Trail System

The Township Council appointed Denise Thornton to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Councilmember Potter. The council also introduced five ordinances and approved a combined action agenda including fireworks authorization and grant revenue.

• Appointed Denise Thornton to vacant council seat (6-0)
• Approved combined action agenda including 2024 Freedom Festival fireworks and $22,822.50 Drunk Driving Enforcement Fund Grant (6-0)
• Approved $5,867.76 tax refund to Kongsberg Protech Systems (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 10-24 to amend cat and dog license fees (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 11-24 to amend special duty police officer fees (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 12-24 to permit new car/truck dealerships in B-4 General Commercial District (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 13-24 to prohibit e-bikes on the trail system (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 14-24 to amend towing and storage fees (6-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting on May 9, 2024, with a mix of presentations, appointments, and a large block of action resolutions. Key items include a resolution supporting a community solar project at 11 Aspen Drive, several tax refunds and settlements, and a collective negotiations agreement with Teamsters Local 97. The council will also discuss two ordinance amendments: one to permit car dealerships in the B-4 district and another to prohibit e-bikes on the trail system.

• Resolution R 111-24 supporting REBA's community solar project at 11 Aspen Drive
• Tax refund of $43,197.38 for Block 42, Lot 114.01, 906 Route 10 (R 88-24)
• Tax appeal settlement of $97,216.42 for Block 42, Lot 114.01, 906 Route 10 (R 90-24)
• Collective negotiations agreement with Teamsters Local 97 (R 110-24)
• Ordinance to permit new car dealerships in B-4 district; ordinance to prohibit e-bikes on trails

The Randolph Township Council approved a resolution supporting REBA's proposed community solar project at 11 Aspen Drive. The council also made several appointments to advisory committees and approved a combined action agenda including a tax appeal settlement and various contracts. Councilmember Potter announced her resignation effective May 22.

• Approved resolution supporting REBA community solar project at 11 Aspen Drive (unanimous)
• Appointed Kevin Mahoney as Alternate to Wildlife Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed John Soto as Alternate to Recreation Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Kisa Mulondo as Student Member to Environmental and Landmark Committee (unanimous)
• Approved combined action agenda including $97,216.42 tax appeal settlement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 4 and April 18 meetings (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss attorney/client privileged matters (unanimous)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2024 municipal budget, along with several ordinances for capital improvements and employee compensation. The meeting also includes public comment periods, approval of minutes, and a series of action resolutions on tax refunds, delinquent taxes, and a grant. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget adoption and capital ordinances being the main substantive items.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2024 municipal budget (R 80-24, R 81-24)
• Ordinance 05-24: $592,500 for parks and recreation capital improvements
• Ordinance 06-24: $582,000 for water/sewer capital improvements
• Ordinance 07-24: $2,061,750 for general capital improvements
• Ordinance 08-24: $2,319,000 bond ordinance for various improvements

The Township Council adopted the 2024 municipal budget (R-81-24) with appropriations of $36,610,146, a 3.82% increase over 2023, and a tax rate increase of 1.49% — about $39 more a year for the average home assessed at $491,284. The council also passed five ordinances on final reading, including $592,500 for parks and recreation improvements, $582,000 for water/sewer work, $2,061,750 for capital improvements, and a $2,319,000 bond ordinance authorizing $1,929,750 in bonds or notes. All budget and ordinance votes were unanimous, except Councilmember Potter abstained on the March 21 minutes and Deputy Mayor Hathaway abstained on the salary ordinance. A tax appeal settlement for the Ford/Lincoln dealership at 906 Route 10 WB and a rabies voucher reimbursement increase were discussed but not yet voted on.

• Adopted 2024 municipal budget, $36,610,146 in appropriations, 1.49% tax rate increase (7-0)
• Approved R-80-24 to read the 2024 budget by title only (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 05-24: $592,500 for 2024 parks and recreation capital improvements (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 06-24: $582,000 for water/sewer capital improvements (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 07-24: $2,061,750 for 2024 capital improvements (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 08-24: $2,319,000 bond ordinance authorizing $1,929,750 in bonds or notes (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 09-24 amending salary ranges for specified employees (6-0, Hathaway abstained)
• Approved combined action resolutions R-82-24 through R-87-24, including a $411,212.62 tax sale certificate redemption and rejection of a propane gas bid (7-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting on April 4, 2024, with several action items. The most significant is a resolution authorizing a shared services agreement with Roxbury for construction official, building inspector, HHS, and electrical inspector services from 2024 through 2028. The council will also vote on a contract for on-site brush grinding services not to exceed $75,000, extend a fire apparatus maintenance contract, and introduce a salary ordinance for specified employees.

• R 77-24: Shared services agreement with Roxbury for construction, HHS, and electrical inspector services (2024-2028)
• R 79-24: Contract award to The Firewood Farm, Inc. for on-site brush grinding, not to exceed $75,000 (May 1 - Dec 31, 2024)
• R 78-24: Extension of fire apparatus maintenance contract with W. Campbell Supply Company (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025)
• Ordinance 09-24: Introduction of salary ordinance amending 14-23 for specified employee compensation
• R 76-24: Recreation Department refunds for various individuals

The Randolph Township Council approved a combined action agenda including a shared services agreement with Roxbury for construction official, building inspector, HHS, and electrical inspector services (2024-2028), an extension of the fire apparatus maintenance contract, a brush grinding contract, and a raffle license. The council also introduced Ordinance 09-24 to set compensation ranges for specified employees, with final passage scheduled for April 18, 2024. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and introductions.

• Approved shared services agreement with Roxbury for construction official, building inspector, HHS, and electrical inspector services (R 77-24)
• Extended fire apparatus maintenance contract with W. Campbell Supply Company (R 78-24)
• Awarded on-site brush grinding services contract to The Firewood Farm, Inc. up to $75,000 (R 79-24)
• Approved raffle license for Randolph Chemical Engine Company No. 2 (May 18, 2024)
• Introduced Ordinance 09-24 to amend compensation ranges for specified employees (first reading)
• Approved minutes from February 15 and March 7, 2024 meetings

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting on March 21, 2024, with a full agenda that includes introducing the 2024 municipal budget and several capital improvement ordinances, as well as approving resolutions for refunds, contracts, and settlements. The council will also consider a tax appeal settlement for a Route 10 property and a contract for emergency medical services. Public comment periods are scheduled, and the meeting will end with an executive session.

• Introduction of Ordinance 05-24: $592,500 for parks and recreation capital improvements
• Introduction of Ordinance 06-24: $582,000 for water/sewer capital improvements
• Introduction of Ordinance 07-24: $2,061,750 for general capital improvements
• Introduction of Ordinance 08-24: $2,319,000 bond ordinance for various improvements
• Resolution R 72-24: Tax appeal settlement for Trebour Property, 906 Route 10, $3,700,000

The council introduced the 2024 municipal budget of $36,610,146, a 3.82% increase over 2023, and introduced four capital ordinances funding parks, water/sewer, equipment, and a bond ordinance. The council also approved a combined action agenda including a $3.7M tax appeal settlement, body-worn camera purchase, and labor agreements. All votes were unanimous with Councilmember Potter absent.

• Introduced 2024 municipal budget of $36,610,146 (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 05-24 for $592,500 parks/recreation capital improvements (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 06-24 for $582,000 water/sewer capital improvements (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 07-24 for $2,061,750 capital improvements (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 08-24 bond ordinance for $2,319,000 (6-0)
• Approved combined action agenda including $3.7M tax appeal settlement for Trebour Property (6-0)
• Approved purchase of upgraded body-worn cameras and services from Safe Fleet (6-0)
• Approved labor settlements with RTEA and RTMSEA for 2024-2026 (6-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 04-24, which would allow the township to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank of $293,032.12. The council will also vote on a series of action resolutions, including fee refunds, a bid rejection, and raffle licenses. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session.

• Ordinance 04-24 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish CAP bank in the amount of $293,032.12
• R 58-24: Authorizing substitution from Appraisal Consultants Corp. to Otteau Group, Inc. for tax appeals appraiser services for 2024
• R 60-24: Refund of permit application fee for wood stove to The Black River Barn - $182.40
• R 61-24: Refund of tax sale certificate #2023-021 to Christiana T C/F CEI/Firstrust for 236 Millbrook Avenue - $3,365.02
• R 62-24: Refund for water connection fees and road opening fees for Peter E. Tsetsekas, 241 Center Grove Road - $3,085.00

The Council passed an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank for 2024. They also approved several refunds, a professional services contract for tax appeals, and two board appointments.

• Passed Ordinance 04-24 to establish a $293,032.12 budget cap bank (7-0)
• Approved professional services contract for Otteau Group, Inc. as Tax Appeal Appraiser, not to exceed $30,000 (7-0)
• Approved refund of $3,365.02 for Tax Sale Certificate #2023-021 (7-0)
• Approved refund of $3,085.00 for water connection and road opening fees to Peter E. Tsetsekas (7-0)
• Approved refund of $182.40 for wood stove permit application to The Black River Barn (7-0)
• Rejected sole bid for Plumbing & Waterworks Specialties Project (7-0)
• Appointed Laura Pizzano as Alternate #2 on the Board of Health (7-0)
• Appointed Hamza Brelvi as Student Member on the Economic Development Committee (7-0)

Budget Session

The Randolph Township Council is holding a budget meeting to review the 2024 draft budget, including capital improvements, the Open Space and Recreation Trust, fund balance, and reserve for uncollected taxes. The council will take public comments and provide final direction to the manager on finalizing the budget.

• Review of 2024 draft budget
• Capital improvements
• Open Space and Recreation Trust
• Fund balance
• Reserve for uncollected taxes

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council held a budget meeting to review proposed capital improvement items, the Open Space and Recreation Trust, fund balances, and the reserve for uncollected taxes. Council members discussed adjustments to the fund balance to reduce the tax rate impact and provided final direction to the manager to finalize the budget for introduction on March 21, 2024. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Supported the proposed budget with adjustments in fund balance, miscellaneous revenues, and the amount to be raised in taxation (consensus)
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:50 a.m. (7-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting with a public comment period, followed by votes on 23 combined action resolutions covering shared services, bond releases, refunds, and a liquor license transfer. The council will also hold public hearings on three ordinances, introduce a budget cap ordinance, and discuss a resolution opposing state housing legislation. The meeting concludes with an executive session for the manager's evaluation.

• R 38-24 & R 39-24: Animal control shared services agreements with Dover and Rockaway Borough
• R 42-24 & R 44-24: Release performance bonds and accept maintenance bonds for Park Avenue roadway improvements (Phase 1 & 2)
• R 53-24: Transfer of liquor license from MNE Trading Inc. (Wine King) to Risa and Riyana Enterprises, LLC
• Ordinance 04-24: Introduction to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish CAP bank of $293,032.12
• Discussion of Resolution 57-24 opposing Assembly Bill No. 4/Senate Bill No. 50 (Fair Housing Act overhaul)

The Randolph Township Council approved a revised resolution opposing state affordable housing legislation (A-4/S-50) and adopted several ordinances, including updates to employee compensation ranges, zoning regulations for cooperative sober living residences, and the removal of lead-based paint certification fees. The council also introduced an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank, alongside passing a combined action agenda covering various contracts, refunds, and grants.

• Approved proclamations for Gold Award recipients Gracie Schrader and Alexa Helmke
• Approved January 18, 2024 regular council meeting minutes
• Approved combined action agenda (R-38-24 through R-56-24), including animal control shared services, bond releases, tax/fee refunds, and grant applications (Councilmember Nisivoccia abstained on R-38-24 and R-39-24)
• Adopted Ordinance 01-24 amending officer and employee compensation ranges
• Adopted Ordinance 02-24 amending land development zoning regulations for cooperative sober living residences
• Adopted Ordinance 03-24 amending the fee schedule to delete lead-based certification filing fees
• Introduced Ordinance 04-24 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a $293,032.12 cap bank
• Approved Resolution 57-24 opposing Assembly Bill No. 4 / Senate Bill No. 50 overhauling the Fair Housing Act

Budget Session

The Township Council will hear budget presentations from the Parks & Recreation, Public Works, and Engineering/Water & Sewer departments. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment and an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Parks & Recreation budget presentation
• Public Works budget presentation
• Engineering/Water & Sewer budget presentation
• Executive session regarding personnel

The Council held a budget session featuring presentations from the Parks and Recreation, DPW, and Engineering/Water and Sewer departments. No formal votes were taken on the proposed budgets; the session consisted of departmental reviews and Q&A. The next budget meeting is scheduled for February 10.

• Moved into Executive Session to discuss personnel (7-0)
• Closed Executive Session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:05 p.m. (7-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting on January 18, 2024, with a full agenda of action resolutions, ordinance introductions, and public comment periods. The council will vote on several tax refunds and settlements, including a $110,027.30 refund to 540 Randolph LLC, and will introduce three ordinances covering police salaries, land development, and fee schedule changes. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel and the Township Manager's evaluation.

• R-29-24: Refund $110,027.30 to 540 Randolph LLC for tax overpayment (Block 79, Lot 4, 540 Route 10)
• R-33-24: Settle commercial tax appeal for Randolph Oil Holding LLC (Block 137, Lot 29, 256 Route 10) for $6,069.66
• R-34-24: Authorize default and rescission of MCCPC Contract #52 (fire alarms, sprinklers, standpipe systems, fire pumps)
• Ordinance 01-24: Amend police salary ordinance (Ord. #13-23)
• Ordinance 03-24: Amend fee schedule for lead-free certificates

The Randolph Township Council introduced three ordinances on first reading: 01-24 setting 2024 salaries for specified officers and employees, 02-24 amending Land Development Ordinance sections 15-35, 15-26 and 15-31 on cooperative sober living residences, and 03-24 deleting the lead-safe/lead-free certification filing fee from the fee schedule. All three passed 6-0 (Councilmember Elbaum absent) and go to a public hearing and final vote on February 15, 2024. The council also approved a combined action agenda of tax refunds, tax appeal settlements, a contract rescission and a bond counsel change order, and approved December 14, 2023 and January 4, 2024 meeting minutes. No ordinance was adopted on final reading at this meeting.

• Introduced Ordinance 01-24 setting 2024 salaries for specified officers and employees (6-0), final vote Feb 15
• Introduced Ordinance 02-24 amending Land Development Ordinance sections 15-35, 15-26, 15-31 on cooperative sober living residences (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 03-24 deleting the lead-safe/lead-free certification filing fee from the fee schedule (6-0)
• Approved R-29-24: $110,027.30 tax refund to 540 Randolph LLC, 540 Route 10, Block 79 Lot 4 (2010-2016)
• Approved R-33-24: $6,069.66 settlement of commercial tax appeal for Randolph Oil Holding LLC, 256 Route 10, Block 137 Lot 29 (2017-2019)
• Approved R-34-24 authorizing default and rescission of MCCPC Contract #52 for fire alarms, sprinklers, standpipe systems and fire pumps (Forstenhausler abstained)
• Approved R-37-24: $10,200 change order to Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP for 2023 bond counsel services
• Approved December 14, 2023 and January 4, 2024 meeting minutes (Potter abstained on Jan 4 minutes)

Randolph Township Council

The Council will select and swear in the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for 2024. The meeting also includes the approval of the 2024 temporary budget and various professional service agreements.

• Selection and swearing in of the 2024 Mayor and Deputy Mayor
• Approval of the 2024 Temporary Budget (R-27-24)
• Award of professional services agreements for legal, engineering, and auditing services
• Appointment of William Wagner as Emergency Management Coordinator (R-28-24)
• Resolution recognizing Martin Luther King, Jr. and Black History Month (R-01-24)

At its annual reorganization meeting on January 4, 2024, the Randolph Township Council selected Councilmember Carey as Mayor and Councilmember Hathaway as Deputy Mayor for 2024, both by 6-0 roll call votes with Councilmember Potter absent. Township Clerk Donna Luciani was chosen as temporary Mayor by the same 6-0 margin. The council also approved R-01-24 recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month, and passed a consent agenda of appointments and resolutions including the 2024 temporary budget and annual professional service contracts. Councilmember Nisivoccia abstained on item R-16-24, the award of the 2024 professional service agreement to Nisivoccia LLP for township auditor services.

• Selected Councilmember Carey as Mayor for 2024 (6-0, Potter absent)
• Selected Councilmember Hathaway as Deputy Mayor for 2024 (6-0, Potter absent)
• Selected Township Clerk Donna Luciani as temporary Mayor (6-0, Potter absent)
• Approved R-01-24 recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month (6-0, Potter absent)
• Approved consent agenda of council appointments and resolutions R-02-24 through R-28-24 (6-0, Potter absent; Nisivoccia abstained on R-16-24)
• Approved R-27-24, the 2024 temporary budget
• Approved R-10-24 awarding the 2024 professional service agreement to the Surenian, Edwards, Buzak & Nolan Law Group for township attorney services
• Approved R-16-24 awarding the 2024 professional service agreement to Nisivoccia LLP for township auditor services (Nisivoccia abstained)