fh meeting minutes - 2014-03-12

BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS – MARCH 12, 2014

A regular meeting of The Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris, State of New Jersey, was held on March 12, 2014, in the Freeholder Public Meeting Room, Administration & Records Building, Morristown, New Jersey. The meeting began at 7:00 p.m.

Clerk of the Board Diane M. Ketchum announced that adequate notice of this regular meeting held the 12th day of March, 2014 has been provided through resolution adopted by this Board at its Regular Meeting held at the Administration and Records Building on January 4, 2014, to the Star Ledger, the Daily Record, and the Record through posting on the County website and by filing a copy of same with the Morris County Clerk and the Clerk of this Board.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT: Freeholders Douglas Cabana, John Cesaro, Kathy DeFillippo, John Krickus, Hank Lyon, David Scapicchio and Director Thomas Mastrangelo (7) ALSO PRESENT: Administrator John Bonanni, Assistant County Administrator Mary Jo Buchanan, County Counsel Dan O’Mullan, Assistant County Counsel Randy Bush, and Clerk of the Board Diane M. Ketchum

PRAYER AND FLAG SALUTE

County Counsel Dan O’Mullan opened the meeting with a prayer and a salute to the flag.

--PROCLAMATION

March – American Red Cross Month Accepted by:

Malcolm Plager, Disaster Program Manager, American Red Cross

MINUTES FOR APPROVAL

February 10, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes; February 26, 2014 Executive Work Session Meeting Minutes; February 12, 2014 Special Meeting Minutes; February 10 and February 26 Work Session Meeting Minutes.

On motion by Freeholder Cabana and seconded by Freeholder Scapicchio, the Regular Meeting Minutes, Executive Work Session Meeting Minutes; Special Meeting Minutes; and Work Session Meeting Minutes were approved.

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COMMUNICATIONS

1. The Mendham High School Committee for Project Graduation is asking permission to hang a banner across Main Street, CR 510, in Mendham Township to advertise from April 18 to May 2 the Project Graduation

Tricky Tray which is a substance free night for graduating seniors.

2. The Long Valley Raiders Football Association is asking permission to hang a banner across Mill Road (CR513) in Washington Township from March 15 to April 2 to advertise registration dates.

3. The Chatham Borough Police Department is asking permission to close portions of Fairmount Avenue (CR638) and North Passaic Avenue (CR 607) during the annual Firemen’s Parade on July 4th. On motion by Freeholder Cabana and seconded by Freeholder Scapicchio, the requests were approved.

-- ORDINANCES

There were no ordinances to be introduced or adopted.

--INTRODUCTION OF THE 2014 BUDGET:

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Resolution A Introduction of the Calendar Year 2014 Resolution To Increasethe COLA Percentage Up to 3.5 Percent, to Establish a Cap Bank And to Schedule

a Hearing Thereon for Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

Director Mastrangelo stated, “We will now consider two resolutions necessary to introduce the 2014 budget. Resolution A is a resolution which introduces and approves an increase of the COLA percentage up to 3.5 percent and establishes a cap bank and further provides for this resolution to be filed with the Director of the Division of Local Government Services and further provides for a public hearing on this increase on Wednesday, April 9, 2014.”

Clerk Ketchum read Resolution No. A:

CALENDAR YEAR 2014RESOLUTION TO INCREASE THE COLA PERCENTAGE UP TO 3.5 PERCENT

AND TO ESTABLISH A CAP BANK(N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14)

WHEREAS, the Local Government Cap Law, N.J.S. 40A: 4-45.1 et seq., provides that in the preparation of its annual budget, a county shall limit any increase in said budget to 2.5% unless authorized by resolution to increase it to 3.5% over the previous year’s county purpose tax, subject to certain exceptions; and,

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.15b provides that a county may, when authorized by resolution, appropriate the difference between the amount of its county purpose tax and the 3.5% percentage rate as an addition to its final county purpose tax in either of the next two succeeding years; and,

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris finds it advisable and necessary to increase the COLA percentage in its CY 2014 budget by up to 3.5% over the previous year’s county purpose tax, and to bank the difference between its final tax levy subject to the CAP and 3.5% in the interest of promoting the health, safety and welfare of the citizens; and,

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders hereby determines that a 3.5% increase in the COLA for said year, amounting to $4,963,149.35 in excess of the increase in county purpose tax otherwise permitted by the Local Government Cap Law, is advisable and necessary; and,

WHEREAS the Board of Chosen Freeholders hereby determines that any amount authorized hereinabove that is not appropriated as part of the final tax levy shall be retained as an addition to county purpose tax in either of the next two succeeding years.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Chosen Freeholders, in the County of Morris, a majority of the full authorized membership of this governing body affirmatively concurring, that, in the CY 2014 budget year, the final county purpose tax of the County of Morris shall, in accordance with this resolution and N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14, be increased up to the allowable 3.5%, amounting to $4,963,149.35, increase, and that the CY 2014 county budget for the County of Morris be approved and adopted in accordance with this resolution, using $217,899,755.57 as the tax levy and,

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any amount authorized hereinabove that is not appropriated as part of the final tax levy shall be retained as an addition to county purpose tax in either of the next two succeeding years; and,

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution as introduced be filed with the Director of the Division of Local Government Services within 5 days of introduction; and, be published in the paper in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:4-45.14 on March 30, 2014; and,

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this resolution upon adoption, with the recorded vote included thereon, be filed with said Director within 5 days after such adoption.

Notice is hereby given that a hearing on this resolution will be held in Morristown on April 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Freeholder Public Meeting Room on the 5th floor of the Administration and Records Building.

Director Mastrangelo stated, “I will entertain a motion to adopt Resolution A as read.”

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Freeholder DeFillippo moved that the resolution under consideration be adopted. Freeholder Cabana seconded the motion.

The Clerk called and recorded the following vote:

YES: Freeholders Cabana, Cesaro, DeFillippo, Krickus, Lyon, Scapicchio, and Director Mastrangelo (7)

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Resolution B Introduction of the 2014 Budget and Tax Resolution

And to Schedule a Hearing Thereon for Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at 7:05 p.m.

Director Mastrangelo stated: “Resolution B is a resolution which introduces and approves the 2014 budget and directs the County Treasurer, County Administrator, County Counsel and the Clerk of this Board to take all necessary actions in connection with final adoption of the budget after a public hearing on Wednesday, April 9, 2014.”

Clerk Ketchum read Resolution No. B:

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:

1. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:4-4, the 2014 budget and tax resolution, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the Morris County Treasurer, is introduced and approved.

2. The Morris County Treasurer, the Morris County Administrator, County Counsel and the Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris are authorized to take any necessary actions for the consideration of the adoption of the 2014 budget and tax resolution by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris at the meeting of April 9, 2014 at 7:05 p.m.

3. Notice is hereby given that a hearing on the budget and tax resolution will be held at Morristown on April 9, 2014 at 7:05 p.m. at which time and place objections to said budget and tax resolution for the year 2014 may be presented by taxpayers or other interested persons.

Total of General Appropriations $317,327,447.83Less: Anticipated Revenue $ 99,427,692.26 Amount to be raised by taxation $217,899,755.57

4. A copy of the 2014 budget and tax resolution is on file in the Office of the Clerk of the Board.

5. The Clerk of the Board is authorized to forward a certified copy of the 2013 budget and tax resolution to the Morris County Board of Taxation for utilization in the County's abstract of ratables.

6. The within resolution shall take effect immediately.

Director Mastrangelo stated, “I will entertain a motion to adopt Resolution B as read.”

Freeholder DeFillippo moved that the resolution under consideration be adopted. Freeholder Cabana seconded the motion.

The Clerk called and recorded the following vote:


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PUBLIC PORTION

Nancy Burwell, Morris Township, opposes the senior luncheon program and feels her taxes should not be used for this purpose and if a senior needs help Ms. Burwell feels they should apply for food stamps.

Robert Parker, Morristown resident, expressed concern over the State mandated grant funding and the need to keep people out of the hospitals.

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George Moken, resident of Morris Township, asked when the details of the 2014 Morris County Budget will be available. Ms. Spencer, Digital and Social Medial Manager, said that after the meeting the budget will be placed on the County website. Mr. Moken also would like another meeting to allow the public to have input concerning the budget before adoption.

Barbara Eames, resident of Hanover Township, said that since adoption of the budget is scheduled for April 9th, she second the motion to have the public be able to express their comments beforehand. She said she spoke with Freeholder Krickus about cap law and she is trying to get folks to go to Trenton with legislators. Ms. Eames said that in the middle in January she asked about funding historic preservation of churches. Counsel O’Mullan will send a written response to Ms. Eames based on his research concerning this matter.

Robert Parker, resident of Morristown, said the Community Based Organizations would welcome a budget discussion to show where non-profits can contribute and save County money.

Christine Dwyer, resident of Morris Township, suggested that churches with active congregations should be capable of supporting themselves and therefore pay for their own repairs and expenses. Ms. Dwyer said last year there was a study that cost $100,000 to make recommendations on open space. Director Leary of Planning and Public Works said the study will be provided to the Freeholder Board in July and the material will be available to the public. Ms. Dwyer would like the open space tax to be lowered to as close to zero as possible. She feels money would be better spent in other areas.

Ms. Dwyer said she does not understand the Park Police and wondered if it was another level of government. Director Mastrangelo said the Park Police is under the Park Commission and the Sheriff is a constitutional office and that moving the Park Police into an existing department is basically a lateral move. Ms. Dwyer doesn’t think it is a good idea to have a County Police Department.

Kurt Dinkelmeyer, Towaco resident, asked if there is a resolution from last meeting concerning a 4 to 3 vote concerning the police merger. He was advised that there was a vote, but not a resolution,

Mr. Dinkelmeyer is against approving any more grants for historic preservation for churches and feels it is unconstitutional.

Cheryl MacDougall, Morris Township resident, supports the Freeholder Board and staff on working diligently with Morris View. She is in favor of the Older Americans Act and the services it provides for those in need.

George Opar, Hanover resident, spoke about the budget and the significant increase in funds contributed by the County Clerk office. He asked if the increase is due in large part because of real estate transfer tax when homes are sold and what is the extent of real estate transfer taxes that County residents need to pay. Treasurer Roe said there are different fees and rate structures, depending on property sold. The bulk of what comes in to the Clerk’s office is mortgage refinancing and real estate transfers. He suggested that the County Clerk’s office would be able to provide that information.

George Moken, Morris Township resident, asked what social service agencies are funded by this money in Resolution 1 and wanted to know if the agencies funded are audited and their performance measured. Administrator Bonanni suggested that Mr. Mokin speak to Human Services Director to get an overview of Human Services funding.

At this time, a motion was made by Freeholder DeFillippo that a brief public session be available for public comment at the next evening open public meeting on March 26, 2014. Freeholder Krickus seconded the motion and the Board unanimously agreed.

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Freeholder Krickus presented the following resolutions:

(1)WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris has

recognized the need to support various non-profit social service agencies and advisory bodies which directly benefit residents of Morris County; and

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WHEREAS, a total of $453,663.00 had been budgeted in the 2014 Morris County Budget for this purpose under “Freeholder Special Projects”; and,

WHEREAS, it has been necessary to increase the above amount by $7,500.00 to provide additional funding for the Morristown Partnership, bringing the new total for “Freeholders Special Projects” to $461,163.00;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey as follows:

1. That the above additional amount be apportioned as provided below for the said agency for the 2014 fiscal year:

Agency Amount

ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Morristown Partnership $7,500.00

2. The County Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue a Certificate of Availability of Funds charging account No. 01-201-20-110100- 079 for the above amount.

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RESOLVED that the Director is hereby authorized to execute and the Clerk shall certify, attest and affix the seal to the Release of Receipt of Grant and Lien in the matter of the following client (s), and the Clerk shall deliver the same to Community Development

William L and Marion T Hayes

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(3)WHEREAS, the County Treasurer has been advised that a tax lien has been filed

against vendor number 19134 and whereas bills to this vendor have been submitted as follows:

DATE AMOUNT ACCOUNT BANK02/26/14 $689.42 Centralized Disbursement Bank of America

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the governing body that the County Treasurer be authorized to process the above to the United States Treasury to satisfy the lien.

AMOUNT PAYEE ACCOUNT BANK

$689.42 United States Treasury Centralized Bank of America Disbursement

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(4)

WHEREAS, the County Treasurer has been advised that the following check has been lost and payment has been stopped on same,

THEREFORE, BE IT REOSLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to reissue the same. CHECK# DATE AMOUNT PAYEE ACCOUNT BANK

363773 05/22/13 35.78 Eleanor Jaick Centralized Bank of Disbursement America

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(5)

WHEREAS, the County Treasurer has been advised that the following check was issued to an incorrect vendor and has/have been voided:

CHECK# DATE AMOUNT PAYEE ACCOUNT BANK

374767 02/26/14 $5,735.00 Marjorie Goeller Centralized Bank of Disbursement America

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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the governing body that the County Treasurer be authorized to re-issue the above in the following manner:

AMOUNT PAYEE ACCOUNT BANK

$5,735.00 M & B Trucking Centralized Bank of America Disbursement

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(6)

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that the Director of Finance & County Treasurer is hereby authorized to reclassify the following payments as follows:

CHECK# DATE PAYEE AMOUNT FROM TO

373093 01/22/14 Kathy Murarik $ 14.95 01-203-29-390100-095 01-203-29-396100-095(Partial)

373841 02/10/14 John Kruger $ 629.40 01-201-23-220100-090 01-203-23-220100-090

374194 02/10/14 Rose Brady $ 629.40 01-201-23-220100-090 01-203-23-220100-090

373232 01/22/14 State $1,257.24 02-213-41-741415-392 02-213-41-792410-391 (Partial) Shuttle

373232 01/22/14 State $ 314.31 02-213-41-741420-392 02-213-41-792410-391(Partial) Shuttle

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(7)

WHEREAS, the County of Morris has a PCARD program with Bank of America and

WHEREAS, transactions were processed through the program during the month of February 2014, as per the attached documentation.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that authorization is hereby given to the Treasurer’s Office to process payment to Bank of America by the due date of 3/25/2014 in the total amount of $1,197.11

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(8)

WHEREAS, on February 27th, 2013 by Resolution #22 a contract for Labor Rates Concrete Replacement was awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, Panciello Construction, L.L.C., and,

WHEREAS, the specifications provided an option for renewal for one year and,

WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the County to exercise said option, now therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED that said contract with Panciello Construction, LLC, be renewed as follows:

Panciello Construction, LLC206 S Hillside AvenueSuccasunna, NJ 07876

Term: March 1st, 2014 thru February 28th, 2015 Budget: 04-216-55-953314-951 $70,000.00 Dept: Buildings & Grounds

1. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue a Certificate of Availability of Funds charging the appropriate department account for amounts reflecting all liabilities to be incurred through March 31, 2014, in accordance with N.J.R. 3644, 5:34-5.3 (a) (2). Upon final adoption of the budget, a Certificate of Availability of Funds shall be issued for the remaining balance subject to the appropriation of Sufficient funds.

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2. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue a Certificate of Availability of Funds.

3. The Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to execute said contract as prepared by County Counsel.

4. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

5. This contract is awarded pursuant to a fair and open process in compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.1, et seq.

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BE IT RESOLVED as follows:

WHEREAS, an emergency condition exists affecting the safety and health of citizens of Morris County due to the existing street rehabilitation in Cobb Street, Rockaway Twp.

WHEREAS, street rehabilitation must be undertaken to alleviate this emergency situation,

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris as follows:

1. The action of the Purchasing Agent, in authorizing the performance of the work during this emergency condition pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-6, is hereby approved, ratified and confirmed.

2. A contract is awarded to:

Tracks Unlimited, Inc.1330 North AvenuePlainfield, NJ 07062Amount: $72,445.00Vendor #26593

Said amount shall be charged to Account #12-290-56-579301-888


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WHEREAS, on January 9th, 2013 by Resolution #5 a contract for Labor Rates Plumbing was awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, Webster Plumbing & Heating Inc., and,

WHEREAS, the specifications provided an option for renewal for one year and,

WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the County to exercise said option, now therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED that said contract with Webster Plumbing & Heating Inc., be renewed as follows:

Webster Plumbing & Heating Inc.8 West Main Street PO Box 529Brookside, NJ 07926Term: January 1st, 2014 thru December 31st, 2014Budget: 01-201-26-310100-044 $20,000.00Budget: 04-216-55-953211-951 $10,000.00Dept: Buildings & Grounds

1. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue a Certificate of Availability of Funds charging the appropriate department account for amounts reflecting all liabilities to be incurred through March 31, 2014, in accordance with N.J.R. 3644, 5:34-5.3 (a) (2). Upon final adoption of the budget, a Certificate of Availability of Funds shall be issued for the remaining balance subject to the appropriation of sufficient funds.


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3, The Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to execute said contract as prepared by County Counsel.



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(11)WHEREAS, on May 23rd, 2012 by Resolution #35 a contract for Biosystems BIO PRO

HF Citrus Cleaning Solvent was awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, Dynasty Chemical Corporation and,

WHEREAS, the specifications provided an option for renewal for additional one year periods, not to exceed four years in aggregate, and,

WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the County to exercise said option, now therefore;

BE IT RESOLVED that said contract with Dynasty Chemical Corporation be renewed for an additional one year period beginning May 1st, 2014 through April 31st, 2015, all in accordance with State Shuttle 40A:11-15 (8) and the specifications dated March 6th, 2012:

Dynasty Chemical Corporation444 North Pearl StreetAlbany, NY 12204Vendor#: 24352

Total Amount: $10,272.00Line Item#: 01-201-26-290100-222Using Agency: Road Department Terms: May 1st, 2014 through April 31st, 2015.


2. The contract is awarded pursuant to a fair and open process in compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.1. et seq.


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Whereas, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris, by Resolution #7 adopted August 14th, 2013, awarded a contract to Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority to provide Solid Waste Collection to Morris View Healthcare Center;

And, Whereas, said resolution incorrectly stated the budget appropriation as 01-201-26-310100-143; the correct Budget Line Item should be 01-201-27-350110-143;

Now Therefore, Be It Resolved that the resolution be amended to evidence said correction.

This resolution shall take effect immediately.

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(13)BE IT RESOLVED as follows:

1. The County of Morris wishes to purchase goods and services from the following authorized vendors under the State of New Jersey Cooperative

Purchasing Program 1-NJCP, according to Local Public Contract Laws, N.J.S. 40A:11-12.

Tilco New York Inc. Road Division625 Mt Hope Rd 01-201-26-290100-22

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Wharton NJ 07885 Amount: $5,367.24Co-op#5

Reed Systems LTD Road Division P O Box 209 01-201-26-290100-242Ellenville NY 12428 Amount: $4,660.59Co-op#3

Garden State Highway Road Division1740 E. Oak Road 01-203-26-290100-266Vineland NJ 08361 Amount: $4,353.00Co-op#28

D & N Animal Recovery Road DivisionP O Box 205 01-201-26-290100-036Long Valley NJ 07853 Amount: $5,278.68Co-op#51

Affordable Interior Systems County Clerks4 Bonazzoli Avenue 13-290-56-578401-888Hudson MA 01749 Amount: $9,182.46NJSC#A81705

Hewlett-Packers Co. Information Technology10810 Farnam Dr. 04-216-55-962267-955Omaha NE 68154 Amount: $3,850.00NJSC#A70262

Dell Marketing LP Information TechnologyOne Dell Way 04-216-55-962267-955Round Rock TX 78682 Amount: $9,623.82NJSC#A70256

Plainsman Auto Supply Motor Service Center315 East Hanover Avenue 01-201-26-315100-291Morristown NJ 07960 Amount: $2,361.98CC-0113-12

Eastern Concrete Road Division475 Market Street 01-201-26-290100-242Elmwood Park NJ 07407 Amount: $9,800.76

National Office Furniture Buildings & Grounds1205 Kimball Blvd 04-216-55-953294-951Jasper IN 47549 Amount: $17,491.20NJSC#A81721

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With respect to recent bidding for One New, Unused 2014 International Model 7400 SFA Chassis With Dump Body, Snow Plow & Spreader, a contract is hereby awarded to the lowest, most responsible bidder as follows:

Brown’s Hunterdon International, LLCPO Box 98963 Route 173Bloomsbury, NJ 08804Vendor#: 24321Total Amount: #150,897.00Line Item#: 04-216-55-953328-956Using Agency: Road Department Terms: 175 days from notice of award



3. The contract is awarded pursuant to a fair and open proves in compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.1, et. seq.


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(15)BE IT RESOLVED as follows:

1. The County of Morris wishes to purchase goods and services from the following authorized vendors under the State of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program 1-NJCP, according to Local Public Contract Laws,

30:9-87.

Emerald Professional Morris View Healthcare285 Pierce Street 01-201-27-350125-182

Somerset NJ 08873 Amount: $14,329.80 HGP 1111

Ready Supply Morris View Healthcare PO Box 571 01-201-27-350125-182 Montvale, NJ 07645 Amount: $2,658.00 Leading Age

Specialty Medical Morris View Healthcare 50 Pennsylvania Avenue 01-201-27-350130-046 Malvern PA 19355 Amount: $3,125.82 Leading Age

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WHEREAS, there exists a need for printing of addresses and mailing of Sample Ballots for the Primary and General Elections as well as the Annual School Board and/or any Special School Elections that may occur throughout 2014-2015 in the Morris County’s Districts, New Jersey; and

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Law {N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1 et seq.} requires that the resolution authorizing the award of contracts without competitive bidding, and the contract itself, must be available for public inspection;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey as follows:

1. An agreement between the County of Morris and CCG Marketing Solutions14 Henderson DriveWest Caldwell, NJ 07006Vendor #: 10296Total Amount: $165,000.00 (for two years)Account #: 01-201-20-121105-026 $134,000.00 Primary & General ElectionsAccount#: 01-201-20-121105-076 $ 31,000.00 Special and Annual

School Board ElectionsTerms: Two (2) Years, March 12, 2014 through March 11, 2016

for the aforesaid services, a copy of which is on file at the Morris County Purchasing Division and is made a part hereby by reference, is hereby approved and shall be entered into by this Board.

2. The Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is hereby authorized to execute said agreement conditioned upon the contractor’s compliance with the requirements set forth in paragraph 6 below.

3. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue a Certificate of Availability of Funds charging the appropriate department account for amounts reflecting all liabilities to be incurred through the appropriate years’ budgets.


5. A notice of this action will be published in accordance with the law.


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With respect to recent bidding for Special Hazard Clean Agent Suppression Systems Maintenance & Inspections for Morris County, a contract is hereby awarded to the lowest most responsible bidder as follows:

Total Fire Safety LLC 416 Frederick StreetEaston, PA 18042Vendor#: 26618Total Amount: $6,272.00Line Item#: 70-201-23-212100-084Using Agency: Risk ManagementTerms: January 1st 2014 through December 31st, 2015



3. The contract is awarded pursuant to a fair and open process in compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.1, et. seq.


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(18)WHEREAS, the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders has submitted a grant

renewal application with the State of New Jersey, Department of Human Services, Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services for Chapter 51 Funding as per Resolution 54 dated December 11, 2013; and,

WHEREAS, Chapter 51 funds are used to meet the Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug treatment needs of those who lack the financial means to access treatment due to lack of insurance or the ability to self-pay; and,

WHEREAS, the Mental Health Substance Abuse Advisory Board has recommended Year 2014 Chapter 51 funding for the agencies below; and,

WHEREAS, the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders has previously approved funding for the following agencies through Resolution 27 on November 13, 2013:

ALFRE Inc. Daytop, New Jersey Mrs. Wilson’s Halfway House (Women) Adolescent and Young 56 Mt. Kemble Avenue Adult Substance Abuse Treatment Morristown, NJ 07960 80 West Main Street Vendor Code: 12860 Mendham, NJ 07945FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 Vendor Code: 14181 Amount: $57,580 FMS # 02-213-41-757405-392 Amount: $57,641

AHS Hospital Corp/ AHS Hospital Corp/Morristown Medical Center Morristown Medical Center Center for Addictive Illnesses (CAI) Co-occurring Disorders IntensiveChemical Dependency Services Outpatient Program95 Mount Kemble Avenue 95 Mount Kemble AvenueMorristown, NJ 07960 Morristown, NJ 07960Vendor Code: 16334 Vendor Code: 16334FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 Amount: $74,652 Amount: $25,815

New Hope Foundation New Hope FoundationAdult Inpatient Treatment Adolescent Residential Program PO Box 66 PO Box 66Marlboro, NJ 07746 Marlboro, NJ 07746Vendor Code: 16533 Vendor Code: 16533FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392Amount: $96,097 Amount: $41,704

Hope House Freedom House

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Adolescent Services Men’s Halfway House Services19 Belmont Avenue c/0 2004 Route 31 NorthDover, NJ 07802-0851 Unit 1, Lower LevelVendor Code: 15238 Clinton, NJ 08809FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 Vendor Code: 14787Amount: $49,111 FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 Amount: $50,007

CURA, Inc. New Hope FoundationSpanish Speaking Residential Services Men’s Halfway House Services35 Lincoln Park PO Box 66 PO Box 180 Marlboro, NJ 07746Newark, NJ 07101 Vendor Code: 16533Vendor Code: 14089 FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 Amount: $11,594 Amount: $26,658

Turning Point, Inc. NewBridge Services, Inc.Residential Treatment for Adults Substance Abuse AlternativeBarnet Medical Arts Complex 21 Evans Place 680 Broadway Pompton Plains, NJ 07444Paterson, NJ 07514 Vendor Code: 16552Vendor Code: 2101 FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 Amount: $43,966Amount: $31,365

NewBridge Services, Inc. Cornerstone Family ProgramsCo-Occurring Disorders Enhanced “Now you Know” Substance Abuse Outpatient Program Education & Prevention Program21 Evans Place 62 Elm Street Pompton Plains, NJ 07444 Morristown, NJ 07960Vendor Code: 16552 Vendor Code: 14644FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392Amount: $52,706 Amount: $20,802

Cornerstone Family Programs Cornerstone Family ProgramsFirst Step, Alcohol and Intoxicated Drivers Resource Center Drug Outreach Program 62 Elm Street 62 Elm Street Morristown, NJ 07960 Morristown, NJ 07960 Vendor Code: 14644Vendor Code: 14644 FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392 Amount: $0Amount: $27,735

New Hope Foundation St. Clare’s HospitalDetoxification Services Detoxification ServicesPO Box 66 130 Powerville Road Marlboro, NJ 07746 Boonton Township, NJ 07005Vendor Code: 16533 Vendor Code: 17798FMS# 02-213-41-757405-391 FMS# 02-213-41-757405-392Amount: $17,874 Amount: $57,580

Turning Point, Inc.Detoxification ServicesBarnert Medical Arts Complex 680 BroadwayPaterson, NJ 07514Vendor Code: 2102FMS# 02-213-41-757405-391Amount $24,046

Total Chapter 51 Funding: $766,933

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey as follows:

1. That the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is hereby authorized to sign and execute subgrant agreements with the above named agencies, contingent upon the agency signing the subgrants; copies of which are on file in the Department of Human Services and made a part hereof by reference.

2. The County Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue Certificates of Availability of Funds charging Department account FMS# 02-213- 41-757405-392 for the aforesaid amounts.

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3. The award of these agreements is continent upon the availability of funds and their inclusion in the 2014 Morris county Budget.

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(19)BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris

as follows:

1. The location of the informal meeting and formal meeting of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris scheduled for Wednesday April 23, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. has been changed from the Administration and Records Building, Court Street, Morristown, New Jersey to take place in the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills at 1001 Parsippany Boulevard, Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 at which time formal action may be taken.

2. The Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris shall post a certified copy of this resolution in the Clerk’s Office and the Office of the Morris County Clerk and send a copy to the Daily Record and to the Star Ledger.


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(20) WHEREAS, the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse has previously

awarded the County of Morris $480,349.00 Municipal Alliance funds; and,

WHEREAS, the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse has extended the 2013 grant period by six months (January 2104 through June 2014); and,

WHEREAS, the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse has made an additional $240,175.00 (half of the previous award of $480,349.00) available to the County of Morris; and,

WHEREAS, the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse has executed a Letter of Agreement with the County of Morris for participation in the Alliance to Prevent Alcoholism and Drug Abuse from January 2013 through June 2014 and,

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders has previously approved funding for the following twenty-eight (28) Municipal Alliances and for county-wide Alliance training;

Alliance: CAF# Increased By: New Total: Vendor Code Address

Boonton, Town of 76297 $4,446.50 $13,339.50 13419 Town of Boonton 100 Washington St. Boonton, NJ 07005

Boonton Township 76298 $3,529.50 $10,588.50 2484 Township of Boonton 155 Powerville Road Boonton, NJ 07005

Butler 76299 $5,278.50 $15,835.50 2485 Borough of Butler One Ace Road Butler, NJ 07405

Chatham 76300 $9,721.00 $29,163.00 13777 Township of Chatham 58 Meyersville Road Chatham, NJ 07928

Chester 76301 $7,162.00 $21,486.00 13793 Township of Chester One Parker Road Chester, NJ 07950

Denville 76302 $7,281.00 $21,843.00 14268 Township of Denville Revenue and Finance One St. Mary’s Place Denville, NJ 07834 Dover/ 76303 $10,879.00 $32,637.00 14394 Town of Dover

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Victory Gardens 37 North Sussex Street Dover, NJ 07803 Attn: Kelly N. Toohey

East Hanover 76304 $5,439.00 $16,317.00 14451 East Hanover Health Dept. Attn: Carlo Dilzia 411 Ridgedale Avenue East Hanover, NJ 07936

Hanover 76305 $6,336.00 $19,008.00 15082 Township of Hanover 1000 Route 10 P.O. Box 250 Whippany, NJ 07981

Jefferson 76306 $7,793.50 $23,380.50 19271 Jefferson Twp. Alliance 1033 Weldon Road Lk. Hopatcong, NJ

Kinnelon 76307 $4,646.00 $13,938.00 15607 KAMELOT/Kinnelon Municipal Alliance 130 kinnelon Road Kinnelon, NJ 07405Lincoln Park 76308 $5,588.00 $16,764.00 15782 Borough of Lincoln Park 34 Chapel Hill Road Lincoln Park, NJ 07035

Madison 76309 $6,637.00 $19,911.00 15946 Borough of Madison 50 Kings Road Madison, NJ 07940 Mendham 76310 $7,382.00 $22,146.00 18099 Alliance for Drug Free Mendhams c/o Mendham Township P.O. Box 520 Brookside, NJ 07926

Montville 76311 $7,750.00 $23,250.00 18100 Township of Montville 195 Changebridge Road Montville, NJ 07045-9498Morris Plains 76312 $4,892.00 $14,677.50 16298 Morris Plains MAC 531 Speedwell Avenue Morris Plains, NJ 07950

Morristown/Twp 76313 $15,546.50 $46,639.50 1122 Township of Morris 50 woodland Avenue PO Box 7603 Convent Station, NJ 07961

Mount Olive 76314 $ 8,466.50 $25,369.50 16385 Sherry Maniscaico, CF0 Mt. Olive Township PO Box 450 Budd Lake, NJ 07828

Netcong 76315 $3,796.00 $11,388.00 16521 Borough of Netcong 23 Maple Avenue Netcong, NJ 07857

Parsippany/76316 $14,450.50 $43,351.50 16890 Joseph Kovalick, CFOTroy-Hills Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills 1001 Parsippany Blvd. Parsippany, NJ 07054

Pequannock 76317 $6,841.00 $20,523.00 18102 Township of Pequannock 530 Newark-Pompton Turnpike Pompton Plains, NJ 07444

Randolph 76318 $9,152.50 $27,457.50 17247 Township of Randolph 502 Millbrook Avenue Randolph, NJ 07869

Rockaway 76319 $4,279.50 $12,838.50 17369 Rockaway Borough

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Borough Municipal Alliance 1 East Main Street Rockaway, NJ 07866

Rockaway 76320 $9,638.50 $28,915.60 1905 Rockaway Township MACTownship 65 Mt. Hope Road Rockaway, NJ 07866

Roxbury 76321 $8,465.50 $25,396.50 17379 Township of Roxbury 1715 Route 46 Ledgewood, NJ 07852

Washington Twp. 76322 $6,551.50 $19,654.50 18398 Washington Township Municipal Alliance 43 Schooley’s Mtn. Rd. Long Valley, NJ 07853

Watchung/ 76323 $4,259.50 $12,778.50 18402 Watchung Hills RegionalLong Hill Alliance 46 Mountain Blvd. Warren, NJ 07059

Wharton 76324 $4,386.50 $13,159.50 18452 Wharton Municipal Alliance 10 Robert Street Wharton, NJ 07885

County-wide Increased By: New TotalActivities $ 12,079.50 $36,237.00

Coordination $ 27,500.00 $82,500.00

Increased By: New Total:TOTAL: $240,175.00 $720,524.00

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey as follows:

1. The Freeholder Director is hereby authorized to sign and execute the Letters of Agreement for the period of January 1, 2014 through June 30, 2014, a copy of which is on file in the Department of Human Services and hereby made part of by reference.

2. The County Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue Certificates of Availability of Funds for each grantee charging department account 02-213-41-758310-392 for amount reflecting all liabilities to be incurred through March 31, 2014, in accordance with 22 N.J.R. 3644 5:34-5.3 (a) (2).

3. Upon final adoption of the budget, Certificates of Availability of Funds shall be amended to include the remaining balances, subject to the appropriation of sufficient funds.

4. The award of these agreements is contingent upon the availability of funds and their inclusion in the 2014 Morris County Operating Budget.

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(21)With respect to recent bidding for Emergency Backup Generator Installation at

the Morris County Fueling Station, 410 West Hanover Avenue, Morris Township, New Jersey, a contract is hereby awarded to the lowest responsible bidder as follows:

Vanore Electric, Inc.375 North St. Unit QTeterboro, NJ 07608

Vendor#: 21561Budget: 04-216-55-953314-951

Amount: $48,802.00 (not to exceed) Term: Not to exceed ninety (90) calendar days after notification of award

Dept: Buildings & Grounds 1. The Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is hereby authorized to execute said contract as prepared by County Counsel.

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3. The contract is awarded pursuant to a fair and open process in compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.1, et seq.

4. The resolution shall take effect immediately.

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With respect to recent bidding for Emergency Backup Generator Installation at the Morris County Weights & Measures Building, Western Avenue, Morristown, New Jersey, a contract is hereby awarded to the lowest responsible bidder as follows:

TSUJ, CorporationP.O. Box 4621Wayne, NJ 07424Vendor#: 26599Budget: 13-290-56-575801-888Amount: $129,277.00 (not to exceed)Term: Not to exceed ninety (90) calendar days after notification

of award.Dept: Buildings & Grounds

1. The Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is hereby authorized to execute said contract as presented by County Counsel.




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WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 3018, was signed into law in 1984, authorizing and funding the Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program (SCADRTAP) Act through Casino Revenue Funds; and,

WHEREAS, under this law Casino Tax Revenues may be utilized for the provision of elderly (60+) and disabled transportation; and,

WHEREAS, the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders approved and signed the 2014 SCADRTAP application through resolution on June 12, 2013; and,

WHEREAS, subgrant agreements are authorized for the following agencies:

Senior Citizen of the Chathams58 Meyersville Road Chatham, New Jersey 07928Subgrant #: SC001MSI#: 02-213-41-786305-394Vendor Code: 11835Amount: $5,400

Five Town Dial-A-Ride530 Newark Pompton TurnpikePompton Plains, New Jersey 07444Subgrant #: SC002MSI#: 02-213-41-786305-394Vendor Code: 14731Amount: $97,658

Jefferson Township Dial-A-Ride1033 Weldon RoadLake Hopatcong, New Jersey 07849Subgrant #: SC003MSI#: 02-213-41-786305-394Vendor Code: 15475Amount: $18,000

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Netcong Dial-A-Ride23 Maple AvenueNetcong, New Jersey Subgrant#: SC004MSI#: 02-213-41-786305-394Vendor Code: 11836Amount: $6,362

Roxbury Township Dial A Ride72 Eyland AvenueSuccasunna, New Jersey 07866Subgrant #: SC005MSI#: 02-213-41-786305-394Vendor Code: 11837Amount: $6,111

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey as follows:

1. That the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is hereby authorized to sign and execute subgrant renewals with the above agencies, copies of which are on file in the Department of Human Services, and made part hereof by reference.

2. That the County Treasurer and Director of Finance is hereby authorized to issue Certificates of Availability of Funds for the above agreements, and in the above amounts, charging the above

accounts.

3. The award of these agreements is contingent upon the availability of funds and their inclusion in the 2014 Morris County Operating

Budget.

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(24)With respect to recent bidding for Transfer Switch Installation at the Morris County

Courthouse, 1 Court Street, Morristown, New Jersey, a contract is hereby awarded to the lowest responsible bidder as follows:

TSUJ, CorporationP.O. Box 4621Wayne, NJ 07474Vendor #: 26599Budget: 04-216-55-953314-951Amount: $73,877.00 (not to exceed)Term: Not to exceed ninety (90) calendar days after notification of award

Dept: Buildings & Grounds

1. The Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is hereby authorized to execute said contract as presented by County Counsel.




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BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey as follows:

1. The Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is hereby authorized to sign and execute a Shared Services Agreement with Montville Township for the furnishing of local health services, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the Department of Law & Public Safety and made a part hereof by reference.

2. The aforesaid contract shall run from January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2016 with the following fees:

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2014 $3,037.622015 $3,098.372016 $3,160.34

3. This resolution shall take effect in accordance with law.

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(26)WHEREAS, a contract was awarded on October 19, 2013 for provision of snow

plowing and ice removal for Morris County roads; and

WHEREAS, it has been determined that it is necessary to increase said contract to provide for additional snow storms winter 2013-2014;

NOW, THEREOFRE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that, pursuant to Local Public Contracts Regulations, contract modification as detailed on “Contract Change Order Request” No. 1-86180 is hereby approved as follows:

1. Vendor: JJS Services, Inc. PO Box 555

Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970

2. Item: Additional snow storms winter 2013-2014

3. Increase in Cost: $ 33,727.50

4. New Contract Total: $ 73,727.50

5. The necessary amended Certificate of Availability of Funds has been provided By the Treasurer and said amended Certificate indicates availability of funds is as listed in Account #01-203-26-310100-242 and said account shall be charged.

6. The Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is hereby authorized to execute said contract modification.


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(27)WHEREAS, a contract was awarded on October 19, 2013 for provision of snow plowing

and ice removal for Morris County roads; and

WHEREAS, it has been determined that it is necessary to increase sand contract to provide for additional snow storms winter 2013-2014;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that pursuant to Local Public Contracts Regulations contract modification as detailed on “Contract Change Order Request” No. 1-90241 is hereby approved as follows:

1. Vendor: JJS Services, Inc. PO Box 555

Mount Freedom, NJ 07970

2. Item: Additional snow storms winter 2013-2014

3. Increase in cost: $100,277.50

4. New Contract Total: $174,005.00

5. The necessary amended Certificate of Availability of Funds has been provided by the Treasurer and said amended Certificate indicates the availability of funds is as listed in Account #01-201-26-310100-242 and said account shall be charged.



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WHEREAS, the Federal Transit Administration provides formula funding to states for the purpose of assisting local service providers in meeting the transportation needs of elderly and disabled persons through the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities Capital Assistance Program Section (5310); and,

WHEREAS, NJ Transit is authorized to allocate this funding on behalf of the State of New Jersey to non-profit, municipal and county transportation providers; and,

WHEREAS, the Morris Area Paratransit System (MAPS) has completed the Federal FY 2013 Section 5310 Application which requires one min-bus, two minvans as well as operating expenses in the amount of $400,000; and,

WHEREAS, a portion of the anticipated 2015 Senior Citizens and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program (SCDRTAP) award will serve as the 50% local match requirement of $200,000;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders in the State of New Jersey as follows:

1. That the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders approves the aforesaid FY2013 Elderly and Persons with Disabilities Capital Assistance Program (Section 5310) Application.

2. That the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is authorized to sign the Section 5310 New Jersey Standard Assurance.

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(29)WHEREAS, a contract was awarded on November 25, 2013 for printed envelopes; and

WHEREAS, contract period terms are to be changed to, “to be completed within ninety (90) days of award”, no dollar change to the contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that, pursuant to Local Public Contracts Regulations, contract modification as detailed on “Contract Change Order Request” is hereby approved as follows:

1. Vendor: Paper Mart Inc. 151 Ridgedale Avenue

East Hanover, NJ 07936

2. item: Contract period terms are to be changed, to, “to be completed within ninety (90) days of award”

3. Increase/Decrease in Cost: No change in dollar amount

4. Contract Total: $12,703.52

5. The necessary amended Certificate of Availability of Funds has been provided by the Treasurer and said amended Certificate, as indicated above and said accounts shall be changed/credited.



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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SETTLEMENT OF A PERMANENT BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE EASEMENT AND TEMPORARY SLOPE EASEMENT ACQUISITION ON PART OF TAX BLOCK 6403, LOT 36, IN THE TOWNSHIP OF ROXBURY, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 7 CANAL STREET AND

APPROPRIATING THE TOTAL SUM $3,500.00 FROM CAPITAL ACCOUNT NUMBER 04-216-55953269-951

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey had by Resolution adopted on January 22, 2014 determined that an acquisition of a permanent bridge construction and maintenance easement, and temporary slope easement is necessary for public purposes and that the County must acquire this interest on part of real property described as Tax Block 6403, Lot 36

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on the Tax Map of the Township of Roxbury, more commonly known as 7 Canal Street; and

WHEREAS, the Board’s Resolution of January 22, 2014 approved an offer for the needed property interest on Block 6403, Lot 36 in the amount of $3,500.00 premised upon an appraisal report prepared by Robert Schwarz, MAI of Harry L. Schwarz and Co.; and

WHEREAS, the owner of 7 Canal Street and Morris County, after engaging in bona fide negotiations, have tentatively agreed to resolve the needed acquisition for a total amount of $3,500.00, representing an increase of $1,000 for this property acquisition, subject to approval by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris; and

WHEREAS, the proposed settlement and $3,500.00 purchase price have been endorsed by Special Counsel for Morris County, as being reasonable in view of the litigation that would need to be incurred should Morris County be compelled to acquire this property through an action in condemnation.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that, taking into consideration the recitals above, and having previously determined, as reflected in its Resolution of January 22, 2014 that it is necessary, required, desirable, in the public interest and in the best interests of the County that it acquire a road widening easement on part of the property herein described as Tax Block 6403, Lot 36, in the Township of Roxbury, more commonly known as 7 Canal Street, and accepts the settlement of the needed on acquisition on the foregoing property in the total amount of $3,500.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Morris County Counsel or such person(s) as directed by him, be and is hereby authorized, empowered and directed to negotiate for and on behalf of the County with the owner(s) of the hereinabove described real property for the acquisition thereof by the County; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, should the owner fail to settle at the approved amount, free and clear of all liens of lienholders, then said Counsel is hereby authorized to institute condemnation proceedings in the name and for the benefit of the County in accordance with the eminent domain laws of the State of New Jersey for the acquisition of the real property hereinabove described, and to institute such proceedings at the cost and expense of the County; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that there is hereby authorized the additional sum of One Thousand ($1,000.00) Dollars for the settlement of the necessary order of taking to acquire the said property, from Capital Account Number 04-216-55953269-951 to be added to the Two Thousand, Five Hundred ($2,500.00) Dollars already authorized by the Board of Chosen Freeholders in its Resolution dated January 22, 2014. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to remit a check in the sum of One Thousand ($1,000.00) Dollars made payable to the firm of Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. Trust Account; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution shall take effect immediately and be in full force from and after its passage.

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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF A ROAD WIDENING EASEMENT ON TAX BLOCK 44, LOT 1, LOCATED ON 2 CHANGEBRIDGE ROAD IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MONTVILLE, AND APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $19,000.00 THEREFORE FROM CAPITAL ACCOUNT NUMBER

04-216-55-953202-951

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey has determined that the acquisition of a road widening easement is necessary for public purposes and that the County must acquire an interest in real property described as Tax Block 44, part of Lot 1, on the Tax Map of the Township of Montville more commonly known as 2 Changebridge Road in order to construct intersection improvements at the Changebridge Road, and Route 202 intersection in the Township of Montville.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that it is necessary, required, desirable, in the public interest and in the best interests of the County that it acquire a road widening easement on and of the property herein described as part of Tax Block 44, Lot 1, on the Tax Map of the Township of Montville, more commonly

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known as part of 2 Changebridge Road, and more particularly described on the attached Exhibit A, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof.

SUBJECT, HOWEVER, to easements of the Township of Montville and the County of Morris and all other public and utility easements, recorded or unrecorded, affecting the herein described premises.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the appraisal report dated February 14, 2014, prepared by Louis Izenberg, MAI, Izenberg Appraisal Associates, with a value date of February 6, 2014 and valuing the property interest to be acquired at $19,000.00, is hereby approved; and


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in the event that such Counsel is unable to agree with the owner(s) of the aforementioned real property as to the compensation to be paid therefore, free and clear of all liens of lienholders, then said Counsel is hereby authorized to institute condemnation proceedings in the name and for the benefit of the County in accordance with the eminent domain laws of the State of New Jersey for the acquisition of the real property interest hereinabove described, and to institute such proceedings at the cost and expense of the County; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that there is hereby authorized the sum of Nineteen Thousand ($19,000.00) Dollars for the necessary order of taking to acquire the said property from Capital Account Number 04-216-55-953202-951. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to remit a check in the sum of Nineteen Thousand ($19,000.00) Dollars made payable to the firm of Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. Trust Account; and


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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT ON TAX BLOCK 701, LOT 2, LOCATED ON 106 RIDGEDALE AVENUE IN THE TOWN OF MORRISTOWN, AND

APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $5,000 THEREFORE FROM CAPITAL ACCOUNT NUMBER 04-216-55-953184-951

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey has determined that the acquisition of a temporary construction easement is necessary for public purposes and that the County must acquire an interest in real property described as Tax Block 701, part of Lot 2, on the Tax Map of the Town of Morristown more commonly known as 106 Ridgedale Avenue in order to construct a new bridge over the Whippany River and reconstruct the approach roadway and other improvements.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that it is necessary, required, desirable, in the public interest and in the best interests of the County that it acquire a road widening easement on and of the property herein described as part of Tax Block 701, part of Lot 2, on the Tax Map of the Town of Morristown, more commonly known as part of 106 Ridgedale Avenue, and more particularly described on the attached Exhibit A, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof.

SUBJECT, HOWEVER, to easements of the Town of Morristown and the County of Morris and all other public and utility easements, recorded or unrecorded, affecting the herein described premises.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the appraisal report dated February 19, 2014, prepared by Robert G. Schwarz, MAI, Harry L. Schwarz, and Co. with a value date of December 30, 2013 and valuing the property interest to be acquired at $5,000.00, is hereby approved; and


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in the event that such Counsel is unable to agree with the owner(s) of the aforementioned real property as to the compensation to be

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paid therefore, free and clear of all liens of lienholders, then said Counsel is hereby authorized to institute condemnation proceedings in the name and for the benefit of the County in accordance with the eminent domain laws of the State of New Jersey for the acquisition of the real property interest hereinabove described, and to institute such proceedings at the cost and expense of the County; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that there is hereby authorized the sum of Five Thousand ($5,000.00) Dollars for the necessary order of taking to acquire the said property from Capital Account Number 04-216-55-953184-951. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to remit a check in the sum of Five Thousand ($5,000.00) Dollars made payable to the firm of Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. Trust Account; and


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(33)RESOLUTIONS APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT ON TAX BLOCK 801, LOT 2, LOCATED ON RIDGEDLAE AVENUE IN THE TOWN OF MORRISTOWN, AN APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $2,000.00 THEREFORE FROM CAPITAL ACCOUNT NUMBER

04-216-55-953184-951

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey has determined that the acquisition of a temporary construction easement is necessary for public purposes and that the County must acquire an interest in real property described as Tax Block 801, part of Lot 2, on the Tax Map of the Town of Morristown in order to construct a new bridge over the Passaic River and receonstruct the approach roadway and other improvements; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that it is necessary, required, desirable, in the public interest and in the best interests of the County that it acquire a temporary construction easement on and of part of the property herein described as part of Tax Block 801, Lot 2, on the Tax Map of the Town of Morristown, located on Ridgedale Avenue, more particularly described on the attached Exhibit A, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof.


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the appraisal report dated February 13, 2014, prepared by Robert G. Schwarz, MAI, Harry L. Schwarz and Co., with a value date of December 11, 2013 and valuing the property interest to be acquired at $2,000.00, is hereby approved; and



BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that there is hereby authorized the sum of Two Thousand ($2,000.00) Dollars for the necessary order of taking to acquire the said property from Capital Account Number 04-216-55-953184-951. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to remit a check in the sum of Two Thousand ($2,000.00) Dollars made payable to the firm of Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. Trust Account; and


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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF A ROAD WIDEBNING EASEMENT ON TAX BLOCK 59.02. LOT 24, LOCATED ON 381 ROUTE 202 IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MONTVILLE AND APPROPRIAITNG THE SUM OF $6,600.00 THEREFORE FROM CAPITAL ACCOUNT NUMBER

04-216-55-953202-951

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey has determined that the acquisition of a road widening easement is necessary for public purposes and that the County must acquire an interest in real property described as Tax Block 59.02,, part of Lot 24, on the Tax Map of the Township of Montville more commonly known as 381 Route 202 in order to construct intersection improvements at the Changebridge Road and Route 202 intersection in the Township of Montville.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that it is necessary, required, desirable, in the public interest and in the best interests of the County that it acquire a temporary construction easement on and of part of the property herein described as part of Tax Block 59.02 Lot 24, on the Tax Map of the Township of Montville, more commonly known as part of 381 Route 202, and more particularly described on the attached Exhibit A, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof.

SUBJECT, HOWEVER, to easements of the Township of Montville and the County of Morris and all other public and utility easements, recorded or unrecorded, affecting the herein described premises.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the appraisal report dated February 14, 2014, prepared by Louis Izenberg, MAI, Izenberg Appraisal Associates, with a value date of December 6, 2013 and valuing the property interest to be acquired at $6,600.00 is hereby approved; and



BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that there is hereby authorized the sum of Six Thousand ($6,600.00) Dollars for the necessary order of taking to acquire the said property from Capital Account Number 04-216-55-953202-951. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to remit a check in the sum of Six Thousand Six Hundred ($6,600.00) Dollars made payable to the firm of Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. Trust Account; and


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(35)RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT ON

TAX BLOCK 702, LOT 1, LOCATED ON 102 RIDGEDALE AVENUE IN THE TOWN OF MORRISTOWN, AND APPROPRIAITNG THE SUM OF $2,200.00 THEREFORE FROM CAPITAL ACCOUNT NUMBER

04-216-55-953184-951

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey has determined that the acquisition of a temporary construction easement is necessary for public purposes and that the County must acquire an interest in real property described as Tax Block 702, part of Lot 1, on the Tax Map of the Town of Morristown more commonly known as 102 Ridgedale Avenue in order to construct a new bridge over the Whippany River and reconstruct the approach roadway and other improvements; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris in the State of New Jersey that it is necessary, required, desirable, in the public interest and in the best interests of the County that it acquire a temporary construction easement on and of part of the property herein described as part of Tax Block 702, Lot 1, on the Tax Map of the Town of Morristown, more commonly known as

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part of 102 Ridgedale Avenue, and more particularly described on the attached Exhibit A, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof.


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the appraisal report dated February 17, 2014, prepared by Robert G. Schwarz, MAI, Harry L. Schwarz and Co., with a value date of December 11, 2013 and valuing the property interest to be acquired at $2,000.00, is hereby approved; and



BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that there is hereby authorized the sum of Two Thousand ($2,000.00) Dollars for the necessary order of taking to acquire the said property from Capital Account Number 04-216-55-953184-951. The Treasurer is hereby authorized to remit a check in the sum of Two Thousand Six Hundred ($2,200.00) Dollars made payable to the firm of Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. Trust Account; and


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(36)BE IT RESOLVED that the Temporary Budget introduced at the annual meeting of

the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris, January 4, 2014, be amended as follows:

By increasing the following Appropriations:

General Government County Administrator, Salaries $82,000.00Personnel Salaries 33,000.00Board of Chosen Freeholders, Salaries 27,000.00County Clerk, Salaries 134,000.00Elections, Salaries 85,000.00 Finance, Salaries 123,000.00 Information Systems, Salaries 218,000.00Board of Taxation, Salaries 13,000.00County Counsel, Salaries 22,000.00County Surrogate, Salaries 60,000.00 Engineering, Salaries 115,000.00Planning & Development, Salaries 94,000.00

Heritage Commission, Salaries 4,500.00

Code EnforcementWeights & Measures, Salaries 57,000.00

InsuranceGroup Insurance 500,000.00

Public SafetyLaw and Public Safety, Salaries 425,000.00 Medical Examiner, Salaries 58,000.00Prosecutor, Salaries 200,000.00 Youth center, salaries 160,000.00

Public Works Roads, Salaries 250,000.00Roads, Other Expenses 350,000.00Bridges, Salaries 85,000.00

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Shade Tree, Salaries 50,000.00 Buildings & Grounds, Salaries 225,000.00 Motor Service Center, Salaries 130,000.00

Mosquito Control, Salaries 90,000.00

Human ServicesHuman Services Planning, Salaries 150,000.00

Health Management, Salaries 50,000.00 Office on Aging, Salaries 70,000.00 Seniors, Veterans, Disabled, Salaries 9,000.00 Office of Temporary Assistance, Salaries 200,000.00 Morris View, Salaries 500,000.00 County Adjuster, Salaries 14,000.00

EducationLibrary, Services 215,000.00

Library, Other Expenses 110,000.00Superintendent of Schools, Salaries 12,000.00County College 485,000.00

County Extension, Salaries 10,000.00 Vocational School 275,000.00Training Academy, Salaries 30,000.00

Utility Expenses Utilities 500,000.00

Statutory Expenditures P.E.R.S. 9,651,000.00 Social Security 200,000.00 P.E.R.S. 5,525,145.00 Pension Fund – Detectives 3,000.00

Public and Private Programs Offset by Revenue Federal and State Grants NJ Transportation Trust – Melanie Lane 1,000,000.00 NJ Dept. of Children and Families Contract 14-01PR 66,656.00 N.A.A.C.H.O. 3,500.00 Nutrition, Salaries 115,000.00 M.A.P.S.- State Shuttle 984,521.00 L.E.O.T.E.F. 4,750.00

County Debt ServiceCounty Bonds – Principal 2,450,000.00

Park Bonds - Principal 350,000.00College Bonds – Principal 600,000.00 County Bonds – Interest 647,480.00 Park Bonds – Interest 33,750.00 college Bonds – Interest 149,670.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total appropriations will now be $118,913,960.09.

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(37)

WHEREAS, transfers are permitted between Appropriation Reserves during the first three months of the fiscal year:

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Morris, New Jersey, that transfers between Appropriation Reserves be made as follows:

FROM AMOUNT TO

Prosecutor, S/W $20,000.00 Prosecutor, O/E

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(38)

WHEREAS, a contract was awarded on October 9, 2013 for provision of snow plowing and ice removal for Morris County roads; and

WHEREAS, it has been determined that it is necessary to increase said contractto provide for additional snow plowing services due to severe winter storms;

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NOW, THEREOFRE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the Countyof Morris in the State of New Jersey that, pursuant to Local Public Contracts Regulations, contract modification as detailed on “Contract Change Order Request” No. 2-90234 is hereby approved as follows:

1. Vendor: Various Vendors

2. Item: Additional snow plowing services due to severe winter storms

3. Increase in Cost: $ 700,000.00

4. New Contract Total: $ 1,722,000.00

5. The necessary amended Certificate of Availability of Funds has been provided by the Treasurer and said amended Certificate indicates availability of funds is as listed in Account #01-201-26-290100-228; $250,000.00 and Account #13-290-56-578201-888; $450,000.00 and said accounts shall be charged.



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Freeholder Krickus made a motion to adopt Resolution Nos. 1 through 38. This was seconded by Freeholder DeFillippo. The clerk called and recorded the following vote:

YES: Freeholders Cabana, Cesaro,(except to vote No on Res. 25 and ABSTAIN on Res. 31, 34) DeFillippo, Krickus, Lyon, Scapicchio

and Director Mastrangelo (7)

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FREEHOLDER COMMENTS

Freeholder Cabana said the Budget Subcommittee did a very good job the second year with a “zero” increase. He said that had it not been the foresight of prior Boards, we would not be in this situation and that the Board has had the conservative principles that set us apart from other counties. Freeholder Cabana said he hopes the Board can continue with these strong principles.

Freeholder Scapicchio said we are adopting $23.8 million in capital projects – included is $1.2 million for security upgrades for the courts and $3 million for the Ann Street Garage.

Freeholder Cesaro thanked the Budget Subcommittee for all their hard work.

Freeholder DeFillippo said she was pleased with what she is learning and seeing in contract negotiations. She is very happy concerning sick pay limits and salary caps.

Director Mastrangelo said “We believe we have a very good budget in not raising taxes and still deliver services such as taking care of bridges, roads and infrastructure. We welcome the public’s input and suggestions and whatever we can do to make life easier for all of you.”

-- BILL RESOLUTION

BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the bills as shown on the Schedule of Warrants all having been approved by the proper committees of officials where legally required, be and the same are hereby paid. The Schedule of Warrants designated as Bill Resolution #05-14 is detailed below and totals $11,979,246.17 dated this date and made a part hereof by reference.

Freeholder Cabana moved the adoption of the Bill Resolution. The motion was seconded by Freeholder Krickus, and the following vote was recorded:

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--At this time a budget presentation was given by Director Mastrangelo,

Freeholder Lyon and Freeholder Krickus followed by public comment.

PUBLIC PORTION

Barbara Eames, Whippany resident, would not like to deny residents meals at the Nutrition Centers, but would like to provide them only for those who really need it. She feels that there has got to be a better way for those who can pay should pay. Ms. Eames would like to know what the actual meals cost.

Ms. Eames had questions concerning Resolution 28. Human Services Director Pinto explained that this resolution permits submission of application to NJ Transit for federal monies to help operate our MAPS transportation program, so that the County’s tax contribution can be held level for 2015. Ms. Eames spoke about a $100,000 survey relating to open space. Director Mastrangelo said we will get the recommendations to her of how we could further reduce the open space. The County is looking at very seriously and will get the recommendation to her.

Lou Schwarcz, President and Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Association of Morris County, thanked the Board for its support, and also thanked Administrator Bonanni, Assistant Administrator Buchanan, and Human Services Director Pinto. Mr. Schwartz said that County psychiatric care is a risk to the budget. The County share is 15% of all G reystone residents. There is a program at State level that hires an ASO that will take over management of community based services, which could lead to higher enrollment in Greystone. Mr. Schwarcz feels this could negatively impact the County budget.

Kurt Dinkelmeyer, resident of Towaco, asked if the County budget covers the costs of recording and posting of meetings. Administrator Bonanni said that at this point there is nothing in the budget that would cover the night meetings to be recorded. Freeholder Lyon said we will ask CIO Director John Tugman for a price cost for this. Mr. Dinkelmeyer would like recordings to be available for the public to purchase.

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ADJOURNMENT

There was no further business. On motion by Freeholder Cesaro and seconded by Freeholder Cabana, the meeting was adjourned at 8:52 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Diane M. Ketchum Clerk of the Board

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