MINUTES OF THE WORKSHOP AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COMMITTEE
OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WANTAGE, HELD AT THE WANTAGE TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING,
888 STATE HIGHWAY 23, WANTAGE, N.J. ON THE DATE OF DECEMBER 8, 2005
Mayor Parker Space called the workship meeting to order, and requested
the Clerk to call the roll. Upon roll call, the following members of the
governing body were present: Mayor Space, Committee member DeBoer. The
following members were absent: Committee member Parrott (subsequently
present for regular meeting.) Also present Township Attorney, Michael
Garofalo
Mayor Space stated, “This meeting is being held in compliance with
the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, Public Laws 1975, Chapter
231. It has been properly noticed and posted to the public, and certified
by the Clerk."
Mayor Space led the assembly in the Salute to the Flag.
Mr. DeBoer asked Mr. Tom Zummo, real estate representative for Route
454 Wantage LLC, and John Crimi, County Concrete/Route 565 Wantage, LLC,
to come forward to discuss whether or not completion of a previous soil
removal operation for Block 177 lot 38.01 located near McCoy’s corner
would require a new application before the Land Use Board as the prior
soil removal operation was originally applied for by a previous owner
of that land.
Mr. Crimi gave a brief history regarding how the non-payment of the permit
fee resulted in cancellation of the permit through a clerical error and
not for violations at the site.
Mr. Doherty explained that regardless of the reason for the lapse, the
Township’s soil permit regulations do not allow for transfer of
a permit to new ownership, and also that the existing permit only allows
for the removal of up to 5000 cubic yards of soil. Mr. Crimi agreed that
the yardage would not meet his needs.
Upon confirmation from Mr. Garofalo, Mayor Space and Mr. DeBoer agreed
that the Committee has no authority to hear this soil removal application
without the matter first being brought to the Land Use Board. Mayor Space,
Mr. DeBoer, and Mr. Doherty explained that they welcomed consideration
of commercial development, and informed Mr. Crimi that they would work
with him in any way permissible under the law, to facilitate the processing
of a new Land Use Application. Mr. Crimi thanked the Committee for their
time.
Mayor Space opened the meeting to the public at this time, for any questions
or comments involving the good and welfare of the community.
As there was no one who wished to come forward, Mayor Space closed the
meeting to the public and returned to the regular order of business.
There being no other items for consideration of the governing body at
this time, Mr. DeBoer moved to adjourn the workshop session. Mayor Space
seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent:
Parrott Abstain: None.
After a short recess, Mayor Parker Space called the regular meeting to
order, and requested the Clerk to call the roll. Upon roll call, the following
members of the governing body were present: Mayor Space, Committee members
Parrott, DeBoer. The following members were absent: None. Also present:
Township Attorney Michael Garofalo.
Mayor Space stated, “This meeting is being held in compliance with
the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, Public Laws 1975, Chapter
231. It has been properly noticed and posted to the public, and certified
by the Clerk."
Mayor Space led the assembly in the Salute to the Flag.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Space requested that the members of the Committee Review the Consent
Agenda.
There being no Committee member present wishing to comment on the proposed
Consent Agenda, Mayor Space requested approval of the Consent Agenda.
CORRESPONDENCE
Mr. DeBoer moved to approve the following reports for filing:
Letter dated 11/19/05 from Loretta Correale, re: the issue of choice
of cable TV providers.
Letter dated 11/19/05 from Grant Rome, re: the issue of choice of
cable TV providers.
Letter dated 11/19/05 from Michael Lynes, re: the issue of choice
of cable TV providers.
Letter dated 11/15/05 from Service Electric Cable TV, expressing
belief that efforts by Verizon to lobby for changes in cable TV provider
laws may result in higher fees and elimination of requirement for negotiations
with municipalities for dedicated open access programming.
Letter dated 11/29/05 from NJ Department of Agriculture, informing
that results of gypsy moth egg mass survey reveals no major infestations
of gypsy moths in Wantage Township.
Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer,
Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
REPORTS
Mr. DeBoer moved to approve the following reports for filing:
Tax Collector’s Report for November 2005
Registrar’s Report for November 2005
Construction Department Report for November 2005
Municipal Clerk Report for November 2005
Board of Health Report for November 2005
Rabies Clinic Report for November 17, 2005 Free Rabies Clinic
Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer,
Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
RESOLUTIONS
Mr. DeBoer moved to approve Payment of Bills for the meeting of December
8, 2005. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott,
DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer moved to approve Transfer Resolution dated 12/8/05 totaling
$118,352. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott,
DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer moved to approve release of performance bond for Emil Conforth
on Block 17, Lot 14.01, per recommendation of Township Engineer dated
12/7/05. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott,
DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the 2006 interlocal services
agreements with Hamburg Borough for Dog Pound facility and Animal Control
Services. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott,
DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the 2006 interlocal services
agreements with Hampton Township for Animal Control Services. Mr. Parrott
seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays:
None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer moved to authorize renewal of Junkyard License for Charles
& Annette Meissner for 2006. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon
roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain:
None
Mr. DeBoer moved to authorize renewal of Junkyard License for Beemerville
Auto Wrecking for 2006. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. Deboer moved to authorize renewal of Kennel License for Shasta Kennels,
Gemmer Road for 2006. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer moved to authorize amendment to 2006 Wantage Township municipal
budget to accept payment of $4,584 from Sussex Borough for interlocal
service agreement – Land Use salaries and Wages, Planning/Zoning
Secretary. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott,
DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer moved to authorize refund of various escrow balances from completed
land use applications, as recommended by the Wantage Land Use Board Secretary
in Memo dated 11/29/05, with the exception of L-15-1998 which is included
in the regular agenda. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer moved to approve Change Order #2 for the project entitled “Reclamation
of Wantage School Road – Section 1”, with a net increase in
contract price of $8,461.00 to Owl Contracting. Mr. Parrott seconded the
motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent:
None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer moved to approve Change Order #3 for the project entitled “Reconstruction
of Sherman Ridge Road – Section III and Resurfacing of Newman Road
– Section 1”, with a net decrease in contract price of $3,980.75.
Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer,
Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the subdivision on Dunn Place
although completed for quite awhile has not yet been paved. Mr. Doherty
informed the Committee that he will send Mr. Dunn a letter to confirming
that Dunn is still responsible for plowing and sanding, and will alert
the DPW to be prepared to address plowing and sanding if Dunn fails to
do so. The Township will bill Dunn for costs of time and material if this
becomes necessary.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that upon suggestion by Mr. Pellow,
Township Engineer, he researched the files of the Township, and found
that Mr. Pellow was last appointed to a three year term as Municipal Engineer
for the term January 1, 2003 through December 31, 2006. Mr. Doherty further
informed the Committee that 2006 hourly rates of Harold Pellow will be
no greater than, and in some situations less than, the hourly rate of
another firm whose credentials were reviewed, therefore, due diligence
has been served.
Mr. Doherty asked the Committee to review his e-mail regarding Opsal Lane
Plowing and Sanding. A resident recently called expressing concern that
the Township did not plow and sand all of Opsal Lane. Mr. Doherty explained
that it is not the Township’s policy to plow private roads and advised
the Committee that they may receive a petition in this regard.
Mr. DeBoer moved to release escrow L-15-1998, Parrott in the amount of
$18.03,
Mayor Space seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Space Nays:
None Absent: None Abstain: Parrott
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that Mr. Rich Bruning has sent a letter
inquiring about criteria used to determine Developer Fee. Mr. Garofalo
informed the Committee that COAH is scheduled to release a bulletin tomorrow
and would like to defer this item to the next meeting.
OPEN SPACE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that Chapter II of the Revised General
Ordinances of the Township of Wantage empowers the Mayor to appoint subcommittees
of the Township Committee, with the consent of the governing body. Mr.
Doherty recommended that the 2006 governing body name an Open Space Advisory
Committee as a subcommittee of the governing body, consisting of one member
of the governing body, one member of the Land Use Board, and seven citizens.
This subcommittee can then use the year 2006 to decide if they believe
the committee should be organized and permanently incorporated into the
Township’s structure through ordinance, as is done in some towns,
or if it should remain informal advisory in nature as a subcommittee named
each year at the Organization meeting.
Mr. Parrott moved to endorse the following members for membership to the
2006 Open Space Advisory Committee, as a sub-committee of the Governing
Body:
Mike Garrett, Pond School Road, Voting District #2
Scott Sargent, 50 Dyer Road, Voting District #3
Rudy Solar, 152 Mount Salem Road, Voting District #5
Rich Sytsema, 800 Route 23, Voting District 6
Robb Thompson, 19 Moore Road, Voting District #5
Thomas P. Davis, 63 Walnut Street, Voting District #7
Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Space,
Parrott Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mayor Space moved to appoint the following member to the Open Space Advisory
Committee, a sub-committee of the Governing Body:
Lisa Parrott, 26 Possum Glen Road, Voting District 7
Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Space,
Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: Parrott
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that Mr. Robert Van Dyke paid $1000
escrow for the purpose of initiating negotiations with Sussex Borough
regarding sewer allocation. Sussex Borough has not yet responded to a
request for a meeting.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that he renewed a request to the Sussex
County Board of Elections for redistricting in Wantage. Voting District
#6 is quite large, and could be split into 2 voting districts right down
the middle along either side of Libertyville Road. This would create 2
districts equivalent in size to other remaining voting districts of Wantage.
The County cannot redistrict in a year ending in 7-8-9-0, so unless Wantage
is redistricted in 2006, it will not happen until 2011, by which time
the population of the voting district will be even more skewed.
Mr. Doherty reminded the Committee to complete and return their applications
for the NJHIF by 12/15/05.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that as a follow up from a meeting
with Mayor Space, Harold Pellow and FOLN members earlier this year, Harold
was asked to give cost estimates for accomplishing recommended erosion
control matting, rip rap protection, gabion wall project. Harold estimates
that the proposed siltation basin for Cove Lane will cost $19,565. Mr.
Doherty will put this in the 2006 budget folder for the Committee’s
consideration during the budget process. Mayor Space indicated that there
may be state or federal funding available.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that per request of residents on or
near Armstrong Road, a speed limit survey was conducted by Mr. Pellow.
The study supports recommendation for 35 mph speed limit on entire length
of Armstrong Road (current speed limit is 40). The report has been sent
to NJDOT for input prior to action. Mr. Garofalo will work with the DOT
to see that the speed limit survey and ordinance meet the DOT needs and
to expedite approval.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that he is awaiting a quote from Jan
Mar for a video surveillance system, based on input of needs provided
by Pat Aramini. Mr. Doherty will also place this item the 2006 budget
folder for consideration. Mr. Doherty also informed the Committee that
a resident had offered to assist in researching competitive costs by seeking
parts from various locations on internet, but his concern with this might
be issues of over all warranty and being able to find a company willing
to provide tech service on a system that was not entirely theirs, but
asked the Committee if they wished to accept this offer. The Committee
agreed that it would be best to stay with a packaged system to comply
with the public contracts law and insure warranty of the system. Mr. DeBoer
asked that we also look into surveillance at the fuel station.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that a Housing Element and Fair Share
Plan special meeting is scheduled for 12/14/05. The Committee requested
Mr. Doherty to post the two-page summary explanation sheet on The Township
website and thanked Mr. Doherty for providing such a precise summary for
their review.
Mr. Parrott made a motion to accept, with regret, the resignation of Patricia
Brown from employment with the Township of Wantage, effective 11/11/05.
Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer,
Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. Parrott made a motion to confirm Administrator’s action to adjust
salary of Rosanne Werner from $29,605 to $32,450, effective 11/14/05.
Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer,
Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. Parrott made a motion to confirming Administrator’s action to
hire Kristy Lockburner as full time employee of Wantage Construction,
Zoning, Housing Department at starting salary of $12 per hour, effective
11/21/05. Mr. Deboer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott,
DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the previous action plan to hire
Todd Longcor as laborer of DPW effective 12/1/05 must be changed, as Todd
now declines offer of employment.
Mr. DeBoer made a motion to hire Rick Vealey, 170 Lower Unionville Road,
to the position of Laborer of DPW effective 12/12/05 at starting salary
of $14/hr. Mayor Space seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer,
Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: Parrott
Mr. Parrott made a motion to hire Arlene De La Osa, 101 Sherman Ridge
Road, as Clerk typist in the Finance Department, effective 1/1/06, for
24 hours a week at $12 per hour. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon
roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain:
None
Mr. Parrott made a motion to hire Colleen Ragnetti, 6 Mountain View Drive,
as Clerk Typist in the Assessor’s office, effective 1/1/06, for
15 hours per week at $11 per hour. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon
roll call,
Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer made a motion to transfer Nancy VanHorn, Clerk Typist Finance
to Clerk Typist, Administration effective 1/1/05. Mr. Parrott seconded
the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent:
None Abstain: None
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the new policy for handling reimbursements
from conventions was adopted on 11/3/05 and distributed to all employees.
Two employees who attended the 11/15 League of Municipalities convention
failed to realize that this policy meant they needed to keep receipts
of meal expenses in order to be reimbursed. They are requesting consideration
from the governing body to receive $150 each in reimbursement of meal
expenses incurred at the convention.
Mr. Parrott made a motion to deny the request for reimbursement without
receipts substantiating such amounts. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion.
Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain:
None
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that an employee has requested the
governing body to exempt existing employees from falling under the revised
policy of the Township regarding eligibility for medical benefits upon
retirement. The Committee asked that the employee be invited to state
his case during the budget meeting for his department. The Committee also
requested Mr. Doherty ask the employee to provide any documentation he
may be bringing to the meeting a few days in advance.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that a retiree who is not currently
enrolled in Medicare needs to be, in order to continue to receive medical
benefits from Wantage and that this employee has not yet submitted a new
application form for joining NJHIF. Mr. Garofalo will attempt to resolve
this matter.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that based on transition issues in
staffing with construction department, recommendation is made to allow
Rosanne Werner and Sue Kubie to roll over additional vacation days into
2006 above existing policy allowance, if necessary. The Committee agreed
to extend the roll over of unused vacation days for one year.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that Page 44 of the Wantage Township
Employee handbook states “Except as where otherwise permitted or
required by law, employees terminated for any reason shall be paid for
earned sick leave.” Page 46 of the Handbook states “Upon the
dismissal or resignation of any Township employee before becoming eligible
for retirement, the employee forfeits reimbursement for any and all accumulated
sick leave.” These directions are inconsistent. Mr. Garofalo advised
that sick time is accumulated to cover for unexpected, extended illness
under Civil Service, but the Township is in no way obligated to pay dollar
compensation for the accumulation of vacation time. The Committee asked
Mr. Doherty to revisit this issue at one of the upcoming budget meetings
for 2006.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the Land Use Board members will
need to take education course by mid-2007 under new State law requirements.
Further details will be coming from State regarding guidelines and courses
to be offered, and this may affect 2006 budget planning for Land Use Board
budget. Mr. Garofalo informed the Committee that Laddey, Clark and Ryan
is certified to provide the training if the Committee wishes hold the
training at the Township.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee of a recent law change regarding Commercial
Driver Licenses that affects NJ DPW employees.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that he received a letter from SCARC
expressing desire to review possible sites for providing land that could
be used to construct group homes. The Committee agreed that given COAH
credit/bonus arrangements for such projects, this is a good area to pursue.
Mr. Doherty provided the Committee with review of his plan for dealing
with the new Pay to Play law. A review of vendors in 2005 revealed that
the law has minimal effect in Wantage Township until 2006. He has prepared
a Professional Services resolution for future compliance.
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that as a result of a search for public
records he discovered that some minutes were missing, incomplete or were
minutes of executive sessions which have never been released without redaction.
Mr. Parrott made a motion approve the release of the executive session
minutes of May 14, 1998 and grant permission to treat them as an open
public record. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. Parrott made a motion approve the release of the executive session
minutes of May 19, 1998 and grant permission to treat them as an open
public record. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. DeBoer made a motion to approve the release of the minutes a regular
meeeting held on October 12, 1999. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon
roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain:
None
Mr. Parrott made a motion approve the release of the executive session
minutes, without redaction for the following meetings:
June 11, 1998
June 25, 1998
July 13, 2000
September 14, 2000
September 28, 2000
October 12, 2000
October 26, 2000
November 9, 2000
November 30, 2000
Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer,
Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that has exhausted all his options
regarding the executive session minutes of December 11, 1997 as the notes
were inconclusive and no one present at the meetings can recall its purpose.
Mr. Garofalo stated that it was proper for Mr. Doherty to state for the
record that he has done everything in his power to rectify the situation,
and it should be noted that these minutes are unavailable.
ATTORNEY’S REPORT
Mayor Space requested Mr. Garofalo to give the Attorney’s Report.
Mr. Garofalo informed the Committee that due to the open line of communication
between himself and Mr. Doherty, it has streamlined the Attorney’s
Report on most issues being addressed.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mr. Parrott informed the Committee that he met with Mr. Pellow this past
Tuesday and will send a memo regarding this meeting to Mr. Doherty and
the Committee. He also informed the Committee that Mr. Pellow will be
available in 2006 for quarterly meetings, at no charge to the Township,
to review any open items or answer questions for the Committee and the
public.
Mr. Parrott congratulated Mr. Doherty on his synopsis of the report regarding
the housing element, and commented on the cooperation between Mr. Troast,
the Township Attorney and the Township Administrator in this regard.
Mr. Parrott informed the Committee of the following recent legislative
actions:
In 2006 the DEP has mandated specific wash down facilities for Township
vehicles as well as fire and emergency vehicles. Mr. Doherty stated
that this may be a good opportunity for an interlocal agreement with
neighboring municipalities.
Fire extinguishers will have to be made available and placed in specific
locations in homes which are to be sold or in properties which are rented.
Mr. Parrott presented Mr. Doherty with a 2006 budget request from the
Sussex Wantage Little League in the amount of $6,800.
Mr. DeBoer also congratulated Mr. Doherty on his synopsis of the housing
element and pointed out that it will be of great help during the rezoning
presentation on December 14.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Parrott moved to introduce on final reading, Ordinance 2005-22, entitled
“BOND ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3 OF BOND ORDINANCE NUMBERED 2005-10
OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WANTAGE, IN THE COUNTY OF SUSSEX, NEW JERSEY FINALLY
ADOPTED MAY 12, 2005”. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion
Prior to final Roll Call, Mayor Space opened the meeting to the public
for any questions or comments with respect to this proposed Ordinance.
As there was no who wished to come forward, Mayor Space closed the open
public session for this ordinance.
Upon Roll Call: Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain:
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. DeBoer made a motion to approve the minutes of the Wantage Township
governing body’s meeting held on November 3, 2005, regular and executive
sessions. Mr. Parrott seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott,
DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None
OPEN PUBLIC SESSION
Mayor Space opened the meeting to the public at this time, for any questions
or comments involving the good and welfare of the community.
Anne Smulewicz thanked the Committee for taking a closer look at the present
Engineer, and expressed concern that Mr. Pellow has too much power within
the Land Use Board.
Bill Gettler asked the Committee how they could approve minutes of a meeting
they did not attend. Mr. Doherty, Mr. Garofalo and the Committee offered
a clarification that the governing body was not approving the content
of the meetings minutes, but the release of the minutes for the public.
Mr. Doherty and Mr. Garofalo further explained that if this were not done,
executive session minutes would never be available to the public as the
very nature of what makes them confidential often required resolution
beyond the term of current Committee persons.
Anne Smulewicz asked the Committee to draft an ordinance prohibiting eminent
domain in Wantage Township for economic development. The Committee expressed
consensus that it is not this Committee’s desire to condemn homesteads
for development.
Mr. Gettler informed the Committee that there are presently municipalities
within Sussex County who have taken action under eminent domain. Mr. Garofalo
informed Mr. Gettler that any instance he is aware of has been in a redevelopment
zone in a blighted area.
Mr. Gettler informed the Committee that his land was taken for expansion
of the Appalachian Trail and he has never received payment from the Federal
government. Mr. Garofalo informed Mr. Gettler that his payment is presently
waiting for him in Newark.
As there was no one else from the public who wished to come forward, Mayor
Space closed the meeting to the public.
There being no other items for the consideration of the governing body
at this time, Mr. DeBoer moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Parrott seconded
the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: Parrott, DeBoer, Space Nays: None Absent:
None Abstain: None
Mayor Space declared the meeting to be adjourned.
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James R. Doherty, Administrator Clerk