Evesham Township

                                                  February 1, 2011

                                                   Regular Meeting

 

The Regular Meeting of the Evesham Township Council was called to order by Mayor Brown at 6:38p.m.  The meeting was held in the Meeting Room of the Evesham Township Municipal Complex at 984 Tuckerton Road, Marlton, NJ 08053.

 

Flag Salute.

 

Mayor Brown announced that the meeting was being held in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act.  Notice was sent to The Central Record and The Burlington County Times, posted on the Bulletin Board and sent to those who requested notification.

 

ROLL CALL: Present: Croft, Hackman, Howarth, Zeuli, Mayor Brown

            Absent: XXX

Also Present: Township Manager Czerniecki, Township Solicitor

Gillespie, Township Engineer Staszewski, Township Clerk Bonfrisco, Deputy Township Clerk Friddell

 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

Regular Meeting – December 21, 2010

Reorganization Meeting – January 3, 2011

 

On motion by Councilwoman Hackman, seconded by Deputy Mayor Howarth, it was moved to approve the above listed minutes.

 

Recorded Vote:  AYE: Croft, Hackman, Howarth, Zeuli, Brown

               NAYE: XXX

            ABSTAIN: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

COMMENDATION

Resolution No. 32-2011 - Eagle Scout – Nicholas D. Carbonara – Troop 100

Deputy Mayor Howarth read the Resolution into the record and presented it to Nicholas D. Carbonara, congratulating him on his achievement and acknowledging the support of parents and troop members in achieving the honor.

 

On motion by Councilwoman Hackman, seconded by Deputy Mayor Howarth, it was moved to adopt Resolution No. 32-2011.

 

Recorded Vote: AYE: Croft, Hackman, Howarth, Zeuli, Brown

               NAYE: XXX

            ABSTAIN: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

PRELIMINARY PUBLIC COMMENT

There being no comments, preliminary public comment was closed.

 

WORK SESSION

Draft Revisions to Recreation and Open Space Master Plan Element

Township Manager Czerniecki reviewed with Council the action item list for draft revisions to the Open Space Master Plan relative to possible future grant opportunities.  He stated that the Township worked with the Marlton Recreation Council, Environmental Commission and Senior Advisory groups for input. 

 

Discussion followed on plan elements and possible time line.

 

Mayor Brown stated he was confident in moving forward with an inclusive recreation plan, to be implemented over time.

 

Council reviewed specific items including field improvements, trail system and revegetation of parks and open space.

 

Council consensus on listed items without prioritizing.

 

Township Manager Czerniecki thanked John Volpa and Ila Vassallo from the Environmental Commission for their assistance.

 

North Elmwood Road Pedestrian/ADA Improvements

Township Manager Czerniecki informed Council of the County’s commitment to additional improvements in the area.  He stressed the importance of the improvements for the Inglis House residents.

 

Township Engineer Staszewski presented proposed improvements to Council members. 

 

Discussion followed on potential grant funding.

 

Council consensus to gather more information regarding Community Development Block Grant use possibilities.

 

Municipal Facilities Security Plan

Township Manager Czerniecki stated that in follow-up to the Mayor’s recommendation, he investigated the potential of adding a metal detector to the Municipal Building, as well as increasing security for Township buildings.  He outlined his proposed plan, including the hiring of two part time special officers.

 

Council consensus to move forward with the plan.

 

 

ORDINANCES – SECOND READING

Ordinance No. 1-2-2011 – An Ordinance of the Township of Evesham Establishing Annapolis Drive as a “Local Traffic Only” Roadway, and Creating a New Section 150-16.1, and Associated Schedule Section, Entitled, “Local Traffic Only Streets Designated”

 

Mayor Brown opened the public hearing.  There being no comments, Mayor Brown called for a vote to close public hearing.

 

On motion by Councilman Croft, seconded by Councilwoman Hackman, it was moved to close the public hearing on Ordinance No. 1-2-2011.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: All Ayes.

               Nay: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

Council Comments: None.

 

On motion by Councilman Croft, seconded by Councilwoman Hackman, it was moved to adopt Ordinance No. 1-2-2011 on second and final reading.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: Croft, Hackman, Howarth, Zeuli, Brown

               Nay: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

Ordinance No. 2-2-2011 – An Ordinance of the Township of Evesham Amending Chapter 150 of the Code of the Township of Evesham Relating to Streets, and Specifically Prohibiting and/Or Limiting Certain Turns

 

Mayor Brown opened the public hearing.  There being no comments, Mayor Brown called for a vote to close public hearing.

 

On motion by Councilman Croft, seconded by Councilwoman Hackman, it was moved to close the public hearing on Ordinance No. 2-2-2011.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: All Ayes.

               Nay: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

Council Comments: None.

 

On motion by Councilman Croft, seconded by Councilwoman Hackman, it was moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2-2-2011 on second and final reading.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: Croft, Hackman, Howarth, Zeuli, Brown

               Nay: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

Ordinance No. 3-2-2011 – An Ordinance of the Township of Evesham, In the County of Burlington, New Jersey Cancelling Certain Funded Appropriation Balances in the Amount of $345,000 and Reappropriating Said Funds for Other Capital Improvements and for Other Purposes 

 

Mayor Brown opened the public hearing.  There being no comments, Mayor Brown called for a vote to close public hearing.

 

On motion by Councilman Croft, seconded by Deputy Mayor Howarth, it was moved to close the public hearing on Ordinance No. 3-2-2011.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: All Ayes.

               Nay: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

Council Comments: None.

 

On motion by Councilman Croft, seconded by Councilwoman Hackman, it was moved to adopt Ordinance No. 3-2-2011 on second and final reading.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: Croft, Hackman, Howarth, Zeuli, Brown

               Nay: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

ORDINANCES – FIRST READING

Ordinance No. 4-3-2011 – An Ordinance of the Township of Evesham Amending the Redevelopment Plan for the Former Municipal Complex and Vicinity  

 

On motion by Councilman Zeuli, seconded by Deputy Mayor Howarth, it was moved to introduce Ordinance No. 4-3-2011, with second reading and public hearing on March 1, 2011.

 

Council Comments:  None.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: Croft, Hackman, Howarth, Zeuli, Brown

               Nay: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

 

RESOLUTIONS:

Resolution No. 33-2011 – Authorizing Temporary Emergency Appropriations (2011-2)  

 

On motion by Councilwoman Hackman, seconded by Deputy Mayor Howarth, it was moved to adopt Resolution No. 33-2011.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: Croft, Hackman, Howarth, Zeuli, Mayor Brown

               Nay: XXX

           Abstain: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 5-0.

 

Resolution No. 34-2011 – Amendment to Contract for Drainage Improvements to Tara Terrace and Authorization of Change Order No. 1 with Respect Thereto  

 

Council Comment: Deputy Mayor Howarth expressed concern with the increase change order. 

 

Township Engineer Staszewski explained that the change order resulted from unforeseen emergency circumstances.

 

Discussion followed on the change order process.

 

On motion by Councilman Croft, seconded by Councilwoman Hackman, it was moved to adopt Resolution No. 34-2011.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: Croft, Hackman, Zeuli

               Nay: Howarth, Brown

           Abstain: XXX

 

Motion Carried: 3-2.

 

CONSENT AGENDA

Resolution No. 35-2011 – Award of Contract – Township Solicitor

 

Resolution No. 36-2011 – Award of Contract – Township Conflict/Backup Solicitor    

 

Resolution No. 37-2011 – Award of Contract – COAH Attorney

 

Resolution No. 38-2011 – Award of Contract – Bond Counsel

 

Resolution No. 39-2011 – Award of Contract – Labor Counsel  

 

Resolution No. 40-2011 – Award of Contract – Township Engineer

 

Resolution No. 41-2011 – Award of Contract – Township Conflict/Backup/Roads Engineer  

 

Resolution No. 42-2011 – Award of Contract – Township Traffic Engineer   

 

Resolution No. 43-2011 – Award of Contract – Financial Advisor

 

Resolution No. 44-2011 – Release of Performance Guarantee (Letter of Credit) – Bradley Funeral Expansion – On-Site Improvements

 

Resolution No. 45-2011 – Release of Performance Guarantee (Letter of Credit) – Bradley Funeral Home Expansion – Landscaping Improvements  

 

On motion by Deputy Mayor Howarth, seconded by Councilwoman Hackman, it was moved to adopt Resolution Nos. 35-2011 through 45-2011.

 

Mayor Brown called for any separations.

 

There being no separations, Mayor Brown called for a vote on the Consent Agenda.

 

Recorded Vote on Resolution Nos. 35-2011 through 45-2011.

 

Recorded Vote: Aye: Croft, Hackman, Howarth, Zeuli, Mayor Brown

               Nay: XXX

           Abstain: XXX

 

Motion Carried 5-0.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

John Volpa, 40 Eustace Road, commended Township Manager Czerniecki on the well drafted plan for the Open Space Master Plan.   He stated that the Green Team and Environmental Commission are in favor.  He updated Council on the Green Team’s effort towards Sustainable Jersey Certification.

 

Mayor Brown thanked Mr. Volpa for his public service.

 

STAFF COMMENTS

None.

 

COUNCIL COMMENTS

Deputy Mayor Howarth inquired if new traffic patterns would allow for the elimination of the no left hand turn from the Starbucks parking lot onto Main Street.

 

Mayor Brown requested an update to the Township road condition rating map.  He further requested that the County’s snow plowing efforts be addressed for County roads within town.

 

Mayor Brown inquired on budget meeting schedule.

 

Township Manager Czerniecki anticipated a budget work session following the Governor’s address in the beginning of March.

 

Resolutions

Resolution No. 46-2011 – Resolution Authorizing the Mayor, Township Council and Support Staff to Meet in Private Session and Authorizing the Exclusion of the Public from that Portion of the Meeting Dealing with Specific Issues Requiring Non-Public Discussions: Litigation

 

On motion by Deputy Mayor Howarth, seconded by Councilwoman Hackman, it was moved to adopt Resolution No. 46-2011 and go into Executive Session.

 

Recorded Vote: AYE: All Ayes. 

               NAY: XXX

           ABSTAIN: XXX

 

Motion Carried 5-0.

 

Council convened in Executive Session. 8:38p.m.

 

On motion by Deputy Mayor Howarth, seconded by Councilwoman Hackman it was moved to come out of Executive Session.

 

Recorded Vote: AYE: All Ayes. 

               NAY: XXX

           ABSTAIN: XXX

 

Motion Carried 5-0.

 

On motion by Councilwoman Hackman, seconded by Deputy Mayor Howarth it was moved to adjourn the meeting.

 

Recorded Vote: AYE: All Ayes. 

               NAY: XXX

           ABSTAIN: XXX

 

Motion Carried 5-0.

 

Meeting adjourned at 8:50p.m.

 

 

__________________________________    ___________________________

Carmela Bonfrisco, Township Clerk     Randy Brown, Mayor

 

 

___________________________________

Lori A. Friddell, Recording Secretary

 

Submitted:  February 28, 2011

Approved :  _______________