Pemberton public meetings in 2020
12 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
12-16-20
The Pemberton Township Council approved a resolution declaring the Gateway Property area in need of redevelopment, and awarded a $1.547 million contract for sewer pump station rehabilitation. The council also approved a $189,500 contract for water meters and a $340,000 engineering contract for the New Lisbon water system. A resolution adopting procedures for remote public comment was added to the agenda and approved.
- Approved Resolution 298-2020 declaring the Gateway Property area in need of redevelopment (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 295-2020 awarding a $1,547,000 contract to MBE Mark III Electric for sewer pump station work (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution 303-2020 awarding a $189,500 contract to Rapid Pump for water meters (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 292-2020 authorizing a $340,000 contract with ARH Associates for New Lisbon water system engineering (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution 306-2020 adopting procedures for remote public comment (added to agenda, 5-0)
- Approved Resolution 283-2020 authorizing a settlement agreement with Danitom Development (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution 291-2020 authorizing a study for Block 906, Lot 1.01 as an area in need of rehabilitation (consent agenda)
- Approved the bill list, with Councilman Allen voting yes except for grants and bills pertaining to NJ State Police or Attorney General's office
12-02-20
The Pemberton Township Council adopted Ordinance 24-2020, a $2.93 million bond ordinance for New Lisbon water system improvements, funded by a $1.17 million grant and $1.76 million in bonds. The council also adopted ordinances prohibiting parking on the south side of Thomas Street and restricting noise from residential electric generators. A settlement agreement in Danitom Development v. Township was tabled to the December 16 meeting.
- Adopted $2.93M bond ordinance for New Lisbon water system improvements (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance prohibiting parking on south side of Thomas Street (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance restricting noise from residential electric generators (5-0)
- Approved $1.17M grant and $1.46M loan from NJ Pinelands Commission for water system (5-0)
- Tabled settlement agreement in Danitom Development v. Township to Dec. 16 (5-0)
- Approved $43,135.79 cleaning contract for 2021 and $46,156.28 for 2022 (5-0)
- Approved transfer of Police Canine 'Brutus' to Robert Ettinger (5-0)
- Approved $65,700 software purchase from Shi International (5-0)
11-04-20
The Pemberton Township Council introduced three ordinances, including a $2,929,000 bond ordinance for New Lisbon water system improvements, and approved a consent agenda with multiple resolutions. Several resolutions were pulled for discussion and approved individually, including a $6,000 drunk driving enforcement fund acceptance (with one abstention) and a $65,700 software purchase that was tabled to the next meeting. The meeting also included recognition of two retirees and approval of the bill list with one councilman's exception.
- Introduced Ordinance 24-2020, a $2,929,000 bond ordinance for New Lisbon water system improvements (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 25-2020, prohibiting parking on the south side of Thomas Street (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-2020, restricting residential generator noise (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 254-2020, transferring funds in the FY2020 budget (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 257-2020, contracting with Municibid for an online public auction (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 260-2020, accepting $6,000 from the NJ Drunk Driving Enforcement Fund (4-0-1, Allen abstained)
- Tabled Resolution 258-2020, a $65,700 software purchase, to the December 2 meeting (5-0)
- Approved the bill list, with Councilman Allen excepting grants and bills related to the NJ State Police or Attorney General's office
10-21-20
The Pemberton Township Council approved several resolutions, including a $408,930 purchase of six submersible pumps for the sewer division and an $80,150 emergency contract to repair a sewer main under Rancocas Lane. They also adopted three ordinances related to a lease for the Nesbit Community Center and property easements. The meeting included a presentation from CEP Renewables about a proposed solar facility on the Pasadena Road landfill, but no formal action was taken on that proposal.
- Approved $408,930 purchase of six Sulzer ABS submersible pumps (5-0)
- Approved $80,150 emergency sewer repair contract with Mac-Rose Contractors (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 21-2020 authorizing lease with Center for Family Services for Nesbit Community Center (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 22-2020 for temporary construction easement at 14 Pemberton-Browns Mills Road (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 23-2020 for easement at 2 Market Street (5-0)
- Approved $47,500 digital mapping contract with Adams, Rehmann & Heggan (5-0)
- Approved NJDOT TAP application endorsement (5-0)
- Approved Right-of-Way use for Cross River Fiber, LLC (5-0)
08-05-20
The Pemberton Township Council adopted three ordinances: one amending the affordable housing code, one limiting vehicles parked at residences to three per parcel, and one amending parks and recreation rules. The Council also disapproved an ordinance authorizing the transfer of four tax-sale parcels by quitclaim deed, instead opting to sell them at auction. Several routine resolutions and purchases were approved, including emergency road repairs and police equipment.
- Adopted Ordinance 15-2020 amending affordable housing code (3-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 16-2020 limiting vehicles to 3 per parcel, no grandfathering (3-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 17-2020 amending parks and recreation code (3-0)
- Disapproved Ordinance 2-2020 for quitclaim transfer of Block 894, Lots 56, 76, 86, 88.02 (3-0)
- Approved $118,689.60 emergency contract to R.D. Zeuli, Inc. for Oak Pines Blvd repairs
- Approved $82,290.00 contract with USALCO for liquid aluminum sulfate
- Approved $10,750.00 purchase of stainless-steel countertops from Ter-Pro
- Approved $10,555.00 purchase of Oxygen Fill Station from Air & Gas
06-17-20
The Pemberton Township Council approved a settlement agreement with Indian Harbor Insurance Company (Resolution 155-2020), adopted two ordinances (12-2020 for water system acquisition and 13-2020 for purchasing authority), and approved several resolutions including a $106,584 contract for computer networking services. The meeting also included public comments on community issues and police support.
- Approved settlement with Indian Harbor Insurance (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 12-2020 for water system acquisition (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 13-2020 amending purchasing authority (5-0)
- Approved $106,584 contract for computer services to Premier Technology Solutions (5-0)
- Approved $46,676 purchase of Ford F-450 dump truck (consent agenda)
- Approved $19,472.94 purchase of Kubota tractor (consent agenda)
- Approved $23,430 contract for sidewalk/curb replacement (consent agenda)
- Approved $12,855 purchase of recycling carts (5-0)
06-03-20
The Pemberton Township Council denied Ordinance 8-2020 to vacate portions of Reeves Avenue and Lark Street, following the solicitor's recommendation due to unresolved litigation. The Council approved Resolution 156-2020 for the asset purchase agreement with Burlington County for the New Lisbon Water System, contingent on the adoption of Ordinance 12-2020, which was introduced for a public hearing. The consent agenda was approved as amended, with Resolution 155-2020 tabled to the next meeting.
- Denied Ordinance 8-2020 to vacate portions of Reeves Avenue and Lark Street (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 156-2020 for New Lisbon Water System asset purchase, effective upon Ordinance 12-2020 adoption (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 12-2020 for acquisition of Block 845, Lot 20.03 and easement for New Lisbon Water System (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 13-2020 amending purchasing authority (5-0)
- Tabled Resolution 155-2020 (settlement with Indian Harbor Insurance) to June 17, 2020 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda as amended, including $37,919 federal COVID-19 police funding (5-0)
- Approved Bill List dated 5/30/2020 (5-0, with Allen's exception for certain grants)
04-01-20
The Pemberton Township Council held a special budget meeting via teleconference on April 1, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Patriarca and Business Administrator Hornickel presented the 2020 municipal budget, highlighting salary, debt, utilities, and capital expenses. Council members discussed the budget, including the acquisition of 12 properties from the dissolved MUA, and expressed support for it. No formal vote was taken; the meeting was informational only.
- Presented 2020 municipal budget to Council (no vote)
- Noted 12 properties acquired from MUA dissolution
- Advised tax sale date changed from April 30 to June 17
- No formal actions taken; meeting was for discussion
03-18-20
The Pemberton Township Council held its regular meeting remotely due to the COVID-19 state of emergency, with one council member participating by teleconference. The Council adopted the 2020 municipal budget, introduced two bond ordinances for capital improvements, and approved several resolutions and purchases, including playground equipment and police vests. The meeting was conducted under extraordinary circumstances with the township building closed to the public.
- Adopted 2020 municipal budget (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 6-2020, $1.7M bond for capital improvements (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 7-2020, $1.35M bond for sewer utility improvements (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 5-2020, adopting state housing code (5-0)
- Approved $82,170 for playground equipment at Bianchini Park (consent agenda)
- Approved $15,224.72 for 14 bulletproof vests (4-0, Allen abstained)
- Approved $17,360 contract with Sheppard Bus Service for senior transportation (5-0)
- Approved $8,462 for three sheds at Nesbit Park (5-0)
03-04-20
The Pemberton Township Council introduced Ordinance 5-2020, which adopts the NJ State Housing Code and amends enforcement authority for unfit buildings, with a public hearing set for March 18. The Council also approved a resolution to apply for a federal COPS grant to hire three additional police officers, and adopted an ordinance accepting an access easement from Jersey Central Power & Light. All votes were unanimous.
- Introduced Ordinance 5-2020 (housing code) for public hearing (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 80-2020 to apply for COPS grant for 3 police officers (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4-2020 accepting access easement from JCP&L (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 72-2020 appointing part-time purchasing agent (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 81-2020 accepting escrow agreement from Route 530 North LLC (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $250,000 park grant and $277,046 road grant (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 4 bleachers for Nesbit Center Park ($7,094) (5-0)
- Approved bill lists (5-0, with one abstention on certain grants)
02-19-20
The council adopted Ordinance 1-2020 amending the 2019 salary ordinance, tabled Ordinance 2-2020 for a land transfer until June 3, and adopted Ordinance 3-2020 for property acquisition. They also introduced Ordinance 4-2020 for an access easement and approved several purchases, including a well for the firehouse and police flashlights.
- Adopted Ordinance 1-2020 amending CY2019 salaries (5-0)
- Tabled Ordinance 2-2020 (land transfer) until June 3, 2020 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 3-2020 authorizing acquisition of Block 552, Lot 1.01 (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 4-2020 for JCP&L access easement (5-0)
- Approved $4,550 well installation at Presidential Lakes Firehouse
- Approved $5,780.80 for 40 police flashlights (4-0, Allen abstained)
- Approved consent agenda including refunds and grant applications
- Approved bill lists (4-0, Allen excepted grants/State Police items)
01-15-20
The Council heard a presentation from Route 530 North, LLC about redeveloping property on South Pemberton Road and agreed to have the Township Planner review the proposal, with the developer covering costs. Several routine resolutions and purchases were approved, and two ordinances were introduced for public hearings. No final redevelopment decision was made.
- Agreed to involve Township Planner in Route 530 redevelopment review (consensus)
- Approved consent agenda as amended (4-0)
- Approved sale of scrap metal (Resolution 45-2020) (4-0)
- Approved sale of scrap vehicles (Resolution 46-2020) (4-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 1-2020 (salary amendment) for Feb 5 hearing (4-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 2-2020 (quitclaim deed transfer) for Feb 5 hearing (4-0)
- Approved $8,207.64 cleaning services contract (4-0)
- Approved $8,800 relocation services contract (4-0)