MINUTES OF THE 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 JULY 20, 2006

Mayor Jeffrey Parrott called the regular meeting to order at 8:00 p.m., and requested the Clerk to call the roll. Upon roll call, the following members of the governing body were present: Mayor Parrott, Committee members DeBoer, Space. The following members were absent: None.
Also present: Township Attorney Angelo Bolcato.

Mayor Parrott 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 Parrott led the assembly in the Salute to the Flag.

CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Parrott 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 Parrott requested approval of the Consent Agenda.

CORRESPONDENCE
Mr. Space moved to approve the following correspondence for filing:
Letter dated July 12, 2006 from Interim Superintendent of Sussex Wantage School System Raymond Nazzaro, offering verification of actions taken to comply with budget cuts decided upon in April of this year.
Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

REPORTS
Mr. Space moved to approve the following reports for filing:

• Tax Collector Report for June 2006
• Municipal Clerk Report for June 2006
• Board of Health Report for June 2006
• Registrar’s Report for June 2006
• ∑Construction Department Report for June 2006

Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

APPLICATIONS
Mr. Space moved to approve Raffle License RL06-17, for the Ladies Auxiliary Beemerville Fire Department, to conduct a Calendar Raffle (instant pull off tickets) during the time period September 1, 2006 through August 31, 2007.
Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve Raffle License RL06-18, for the Beemerville Fire Department, to conduct an off premise merchandise raffle on December 11, 2006.
Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

RESOLUTIONS
Mr. Space moved to approve payment of bills for the meeting of July 20, 2006. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve 2006 Soil Removal License for Van Decker Brothers, subject to submittal of outstanding fees, insurance certificates and surety bonds as explained in letter dated July 19, 2006 by James R. Doherty addressed to Michael E. Hubner, Esq. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to authorize the Tax Assessor to correct the tax records for Block 138 Lot 10.03, to reflect assessment based on true property size of 0.45 acres, rather than incorrect property size of 4.5 acres. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to authorize the Tax Collector to extend the due date for tax payments to August 25, 2006, with interest to be calculated back to August 1st if taxes are paid after 8/25/06. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve authorize the Tax Collector to include an explanation page regarding extension of tax payment due date with the tax bills to be mailed. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to accept, with regrets, the resignation of Geri Stella from the Wantage Township Board of Recreation Commissioners, effective immediately. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to accepting, with regrets, the resignation of Bill Hardy from the Wantage Township Board of Recreation Commissioners, effective immediately. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve refund of $100 to Barbara Wickenheisser for overpayment of soil log fees. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve release of $2,000 to LVAJ, Inc. for Driveway Bond on Block 21 Lot 15.02. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the release of $2,000 to Nathaniel Quinones, for Seeding and Haying Bond on Block 117 Lot 5. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the release of $2500 to LVAJ, Inc. for Driveway Bond on Block 133 Lot 16. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the refund of $104 to Julio Lorente for overpayment of building permit fees. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the refund of $1,826 to James Lethbridge for overpayment of building permit fees. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the refund of $1,535.40 to Rich Bruning for overpayment of developer’s fees for Block 133 Lot 10.12. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the refund of $2,710.70 to Rich Bruning for overpayment of developer’s fees for Block 121 Lot 15.02. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the refund of $500 to Quinlan Construction for overpayment of developer’s fees for Block 94 Lot 6. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the refund of $2 to Leigh Ricknavsky for overpayment of dog license fees. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the refund of $50 to Crothers Construction for overpayment of soil erosion application fees. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the refund of various tax overpayments as per Tax Collector’s authorization dated July 20, 2006. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the refund of $200 to Gerald Lanzalotio for tax sale premium for Block 125, Lot 2.06. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the release of $2,500 to Crown Builders, for Seeding and Haying Bond on Block 32 Lot 9.07. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve the release of $2,500 to Crown Builders, for Seeding and Haying Bond on Block 33 Lot 8. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve reimbursement of $500 to Liberty Builders for Developer Fee paid in error on Block 130 Lot 1. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to authorize reimbursement of $500 to Liberty Builders for Developer Fee paid in error on Block 26 Lot 2.28. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to authorize reimbursement of $500 to Neal Faber for Developer Fee paid in error on Block 156 Lot 6.07. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to endorse preliminary approval for the 2008 funding round of the State Agriculture Development Committee for various properties within Wantage Township to be included in the Farmland Preservation program, as per resolution dated July 20, 2006. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to adopt the 2006 National Incident Management System for the Township of Wantage. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Space moved to approve Interlocal Service Agreements with Ogdensburg Borough for Wantage Township to provide Chief Finance Officer services. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Mr. Doherty advised the Committee that a fax came in from Mr. Vandermark after the agenda was prepared, expressing Mr. Vandermark’s opposition to Ordinance 2006-12. Mr. Doherty asked the Committee to review this fax before they make a motion for adoption of this ordinance this evening.

Mr. Doherty asked the Committee to see Ed VanderBerg’s memo of July 10, 2006, applauding the actions of DPW employee Rick Fairweather. The Committee asked Mr. Doherty to send a letter of appreciation to Mr. Fairweather.

Mr. DeBoer asked Mr. Doherty to send a letter of appreciation to John Abate who responded to Mr. DeBoer’s request to clean up a large amount of garbage which had been dispersed on the bridge on Route 23. The road department was extremely busy, Mr. Abate learned of the problem, and volunteered to take care of it.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the DPW will conduct an improvement project to try and address resident concerns regarding a drainage problem on Birch Drive, anticipated completion date on or before July 28, 2006.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the DPW will conduct an improvement project to try and address resident concerns regarding a drainage problem on Alder Terrace, anticipated completion date on or before August 15, 2006.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that Ms. Sue Jensen experiences drainage problems on Bergen Avenue because rainwater travels down neighbor’s driveway and then enters her property. DPW has twice placed a berm across the neighbor’s driveway, and each time the neighbor has been adamant about the Township’s removing the berm. Mr. Doherty informed Ms. Jensen that this becomes a neighbor-to-neighbor dispute. Ms. Jensen wishes to have on-site meeting, with Engineer if necessary, to review other possible options. DPW Supervisor says, in his opinion, no other options exist based on lay of the land. Mr. Doherty has informed Ms. Jensen that the Administrator has made a good faith response to concerns and does not believe it is appropriate to expend further taxpayer dollars in search of a response without governing body authorization to do so.

Mr. Jensen addressed the Committee to try to come up with some way of making both parties happy. According to Mr. Jensen, Mr. Alotta has a car which bottoms out with the berm as it has installed and suggested that perhaps the Township can feather out the berm to make it a gradual incline rather than a bump. Mr. Jensen will approach Mr. Alotta to see if he would be receptive to this type of repair and get back to the Township.

Mr. Doherty reminded the public that no drainage system the Township installs will be able to handle the amount of rain The Township has experienced over the past month.

Mr. Doherty asked the Committee to see letter from Land Use Attorney Bryant Gonzalez regarding the developer agreement with Joe Retz. Mr. Garofalo is working out the terms.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that Ms. Sherry Fiore has submitted her application for a peddler permit, in follow up to a previous application from a different party which had been denied. Upon receipt of $35 application and license fees, Mr. Doherty shall be releasing this permit to the applicant. For the record, Mr. Doherty reiterated that this is a Peddler’s Permit. It is not transferable to another party, and it does not authorize the applicant to set up a permanent stationary business, but rather to travel the public streets of Wantage, peddling her wares. The applicant will also need to make an application for, and obtain, a food handling permit through the Board of Health in order to offer any food for sale under the parameters of this permit.

Mr. Doherty asked the Committee to see letter dated July 17, 2006 from attorney John McDermott, regarding 41 Lowe Road and the applicability of the growth share payment. Mr. Doherty requested an executive session to discuss this matter.

Mr. Doherty asked the Committee if there was any progress on the release of bonds and accepting of roads for Ridgeview Estates (formerly Armstrong Estates). Mr. Bolcato informs that Mike Garofalo is working on this.

Mr. Doherty asked the Committee to see a letter dated June 9, 2006 from attorney Steven Rother regarding Rachel Manor Properties and how Wantage Township will respond. Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that Mr. Pellow asks to hold the soil removal application issue until the August meeting for his further review.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that as far as he is aware, CJS has advised that they will contact Mr. Garofalo when they desire an audience regarding their wastewater management plan.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the direction he has received on the John Maione affordable housing option is for the Land Use Board to handle further discussions and negotiations as part of standard concept development procedures, with the governing body having endorsed the “spirit” of the concept for further review and consideration.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the request for relocating Clark Road made by Quik-chek has been outlined in a proposed procedure by Mr. Garofalo. The Committee agreed to forward to the Land Use Board.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the request for abandoning Black Dirt Road has been referred to the Land Use Board for their input and recommendations.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the Township has received a letter from NJDOT informing of defoliating trees from Gypsy Moths, and asking if Wantage Township wishes the NJDOT to conduct an egg mass survey. Mr. Doherty will respond “yes”, and will include the property locations from residents who have contacted the Township.

Mr. Doherty asked the Committee to see his analysis regarding deer removal and recommends contracting for this service. Mr. Bolcato would like to discuss this in executive session with Mr. Space recusing himself.

Mr. Doherty asked the Committee to see various correspondences on the Toal Property and asked the Committee to discuss in executive session for discussion of this matter.

Mr. Doherty asked the Committee if they would require a closed executive session for discussion of requests the DPW Union has provided for their next union contract. Mayor Parrott informed the Committee that these negotiations are in their infancy stage and he would get back to the Committee at a later date with further details.

Mr. Doherty asked the Committee for a closed executive session regarding the Attorney’s input relative to the paving of Dunn Place.

Mr. Doherty asked for clarification on discussion relative to mowing of the Dog Park from the June 29, 2006 meeting, specifically: If the Dog Park Planning Committee submits a check to reimburse costs for mowing, will governing body accept this arrangement? Mr. Doherty further informed the Committee that Mr. Garofalo is working on an agreement between the Township and the Dog Park Planning Committee. Mayor Parrott explained that the Dog Park has now taken on a life of its own and some residents are concerned that they will be paying for something that other municipalities will be permitted to use. The Committee agreed that the perception of the taxpayers, whether or not The Township is reimbursed, will be that Wantage taxpayers are paying for the road department to mow the fields. It was agreed to have Mr. Baker pay a contractor directly for this service. Mr. Bolcato will ask Mr. Garofalo to incorporate this into the agreement he is presently working on. The Committee agreed that Mr. Baker’s sign should state “Paid for Using Private Funds”.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that there is still a draft of a proposed Developer Fee Ordinance amendment for consideration at some future date.

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that he is awaiting confirmation from Mr. Pellow regarding requests from Fieldstone Ridge and Toll Brothers for bond reductions.

ATTORNEY’S REPORT
Mayor Parrott requested Mr. Bolcato to give the Attorney’s Report. Mr. Bolcato had nothing other to report beyond that which will be covered in the executive session.

COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mayor Parrott informed the Committee that he received a letter a number of months ago regarding the Sussex Wantage School Budget. Art Jacobs, School Board President will be removing the $70,000 as agreed upon by the Board and the Committee.

Mayor Parrott informed the public that he would like to implement discussions regarding the feasibility to consolidate Sussex Borough and Wantage Township. This merger would create a number of incentives including additional school aid for a five year period. The merger would be included in a ballot question for voters.

Mr. DeBoer informed the Committee that at the last Land Use Board meeting, he was led to believe that the Judge in the CJS litigation told the Township’s attorney to speed up the board review process. Mr. Bolcato will check with Mr. Garofalo on this matter as this is the first he has heard of this issue.

OLD BUSINESS
Mr. DeBoer moved to reject all bids received on July 7, 2006 for the project entitled “Proposed Site Improvements to Wantage – Woodbourne Park – Phase IV (REBID)”, based on the fact that all bids received were substantially higher than both the Engineer’s estimate and the established budget funds for this project.
Mr. Space seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

NEW BUSINESS
Ordinance 2006-12: Growth Share Ordinance
Prior to a motion to adopt on final reading ORDINANCE 2006-12 entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE GROWTH SHARE ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WANTAGE.” Mayor Parrott opened the meeting to the public for any questions or comments with respect to the proposed Ordinance.

Mr. Bolcato provided copies of a calculation which was inadvertently left out the ordinance in section 5b. This is not a substantial alteration of the ordinance, just a detail of the method used for calculation purposes.

Joe Retz, 154 Libertyville Road, asked what is considered a residential affordable housing unit in terms of square feet and selling price. The Committee and Township Attorney advised Mr. Retz that COAH has not made it clear in their criteria other than it should cost the Township $142,000 to build one unit. The home will be deed restricted for 30 years and the taxes will be predicated on the sale price. Mr. Retz expressed his disagreement with the adoption of this ordinance.

John Nuss, 29 Beemer Road, expressed his concern regarding the affect the August 15 deadline will have on the individual home builder who, through no fault of their own, cannot meet the deadline. His particular concern is the fact that his well location needs to be monitored and that usually takes one month. Mr. Nuss was informed that the Committee will be discussing this type of issue in closed executive session.

Mr. DeBoer stated his belief that the Township would be violating their obligation to protect the best interests of the community at large if the governing body did not adopt this ordinance, because then all the taxpayers would have to bear the cost.

As there was no one else who wished to come forward, Mayor Parrott closed the public hearing on this ordinance.

Mr.DeBoer made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE 2006-12 entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE GROWTH SHARE ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WANTAGE.” Mr. Space seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Re-Introduction of Ordinance 2006-13: Building Permit Fee Waiver
Mr. Space made a motion to introduce on first reading, Ordinance 2006-13, entitled “AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER VIII OF THE GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WANTAGE, TO PROVIDE FOR WAIVER OF BUILDING AND HOUSING FEES FOR ELIGIBLE CHARITABLE AND NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND DISABLED PERSONS.” Final hearing date August 10, 2006. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Introduction of Bond Ordinance 2006-14: Woodbourne Park Improvements
Mr. Space made a motion to introduce on first reading Ordinance 2006-14, entitled “BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR PHASE IV IMPROVEMENTS TO WOODBOURNE PARK IN AND BY THE TOWNSHIP OF WANTAGE, IN THE COUNTY OF SUSSEX, NEW JERSEY, APPROPRIATING $262,500 THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $250,000 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE TOWNSHIP TO FINANCE PART OF THE COST THEREOF.” Final hearing date August 10, 2006. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mr. Doherty informed the Committee that the required Supplemental Debt statement is on file in Administrator’s office.

Introduction of Ordinance 2006-15: Hamlets Ordinance Amendment
Mr. DeBoer made a motion to introduce on first reading Ordinance 2006-15, entitled “AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER XIII OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WANTAGE, BEING THE ZONING CHAPTER.” Final hearing date scheduled for August 10, 2006. Mr. Space seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Introduction of Ordinance 2006-16: Planned Commercial Development Zone
Mr. Space made a motion to introduce on first reading Ordinance 2006-16, entitled “AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER XIII OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WANTAGE, BEING THE ZONING CHAPTER.” Final hearing date scheduled for August 10, 2006. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Space made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Mayor and Committee of the Township of Wantage held on June 29, 2006. Mr. DeBoer seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

OPEN PUBLIC SESSION
Mayor Parrott opened the meeting to the public at this time, for any questions or comments involving the good and welfare of the community.

Ed Caporuscio, 38 Arrowhead Drive, asked the Committee not to extend the date of the Growth Share Ordinance and informed the Committee that the Dog Park is being advertised in every veterinarian’s office in the County.

John Nuss, asked if there could be a stipulation in the Growth Share ordinance where the fee is paid at transfer of title, so it can be included in part of the mortage.

As there was no one else who wished to come forward, Mayor Parrott closed the meeting to the public and returned to the regular order of business.

EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. DeBoer made a motion to enter into executive session, as follows:
WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings Act, P. L. 1975, Chapter 231 permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting in certain circumstances; and WHEREAS, this public body is of the opinion that such circumstances presently exist; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Committee of the Township of Wantage, that the public shall be excluded from discussion of the following matter involving attorney client privilege, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Minutes will be kept on file in the municipal clerk’s office, and once the matter involving the confidentiality of the above no longer requires that confidentiality, then the minutes shall be made public.
Mr. Space seconded the motion. Upon roll call, Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

After meeting in closed executive session, Mayor Parrott declared the meeting reconvened into regular session at 10:14 p.m.

Mayor Parrott informed the public that the Attorney and Administrator will come up with a list of substantial compliance requirements to be addressed by the Administrator on a case by case basis to determine whether the August 15, 2006 deadline has been met.

There being no other items for the consideration of the governing body at this time, Mr. DeBoer moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Space seconded the motion. Upon roll call,
Ayes: DeBoer, Parrott, Space Nays: None Absent: None Abstain: None

Mayor Parrott declared this meeting to be adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
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James R. Doherty, Administrator/Clerk