GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP COUNCIL MEETING July 12, 2010 ...

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP COUNCIL MEETING 

July 12, 2010 

MUNICIPAL BUILDING, CHEWS LANDING NEW JERSEY 

Pledge Allegiance to the Flag 

Statement: Mr. Bianchini read a statement setting forth the time, date and place of this meeting, that 

it was properly advertised, posted and filed in the Office of the Township Clerk pursuant to the 

Open Public Meetings Act. 

Roll Call: Mrs. Evans Mr. Carlamere, Solicitor 

Mr. Hutchison 

Mr. Garbowski 

Mr. Cardis, Business Administrator 

Mr. Schmidt 

Mrs. DiJosie, Township Clerk, RMC 

Mrs. Gentek 

Mayor Mayer 

Mr. Mercado 

Mr. Bianchini 

Mr. Moffa, Public Works 

Mr. Lechner, Comm. Dev. 

Mrs. Varrell, Comm. Services-abs. 

Chief Earle, Police 

Public Portion: 

Mr. Bianchini opened the public portion. There being no comment, the public portion was closed. 

Appointments:Beverly Engelbert- Human Relations Commission – One Year 

Planning Board Appointments: 

Andrew Kricum to serve as a Class IV member (4-year appointment) 

Josephine Washington to serve as a Class I member – Mayor’s designee 

Nat Acchione, Jr. – to serve as Alternate #1 (2 year appointment) 

Len Moffa to serve as Class II – Employee – 1 year (correction) 

Minutes: 

Bids: 

Mr. Mercado made a motion to waive the reading and accept the minutes of 

June 28, 2010 Regular Minutes, seconded by Mrs. Gentek. Roll call vote: Mr. 

Hutchison abstained. All others voted yes. Motion carried 6-0-1. 

BID BOND 

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING COMPLEX SOLAR PROJECT 

JUNE 24, 2010 @ 10:00 AM 

CONTRACTOR BASE BID ALT #1 ALT #2 ALT #3 ALT. #4 BID BOND 

$11,232.00 $11,232.00 $11,232.00 10% 

$13,262.00 $13,262.00 $13,262.00 $13,262.00 10% 

BID REPORT 

STANDARD CAB 8YD DUMP BODY WITH BUILT-IN SPREADER & SNOW PLOW 

06-30-10 @ 10:00 AM 

VENDOR BASE BID BID BOND 

TRIUS 

NO BID 

FREEDOM INTERNATIONAL $149,844.00 10% 

H.A. DeHART & SONS $149,456.00 10% 

BID REPORT 

CREW CAB 8YD DUMP BODY WITH BUILT-IN SPREADER & SNOW PLOW 


TRIUS 

NO BID 

FREEDOM INTERNATIONAL $165,048.00 10% 

H.A. DeHART & SONS $164,660.00 10% 

BID REPORT 

ONE (1) 3-4 YD DUMP TRUCK WITH PLOW & SPREADER


TRIUS 

NO BID 

H.A. DeHART & SONS $84,887.00 10% 

BID REPORT 

3000 GALLON PER HOUR SALT BRINE PRODUCTION SYSTEM DIRECT 

APPLICATION 1335 GALLON SALT BRINE APPLICATORS 


TRIUS 

NO BID 

H.A. DeHART & SONS $82,234.00 10% 

BID REPORT 

2010 DODGE PICK UP TRUCK OR EQUAL 


HUDSON CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE $38,488.00 NO BB 

H.A. DeHART & SONS $48,960.00 10% 

BID REPORT 

REPLACEMENT SNOW PLOWS FOR VARIOUS TRUCKS 8FT & 8 1/2FT 


TRIUS 

NO BID 

H.A. DeHART & SONS $45,785.00 10% 

Mr. Mercado made a motion to accept, seconded by Mr. Hutchison. Roll call vote: All in favor. 7-0. 

ORDINANCES: 

SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING 

O-10-31 

ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 81 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP 

OF GLOUCESTER ENTITLED, “TRAFFIC” DESIGNATING A PORTION OF 

LAKELAND ROAD (CR 747) AS A MID-BLOCK CROSSWALK 

Mr. Bianchini opened the public hearing. There being no comment, the public hearing was closed. 

Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mr. Hutchison. Roll call vote: All in favor. 

Motion carried. 7-0. 

ORDINANCES: 

FIRST READING 

O-10-32 

ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 81 OF THE CODE OF THE 

TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER ENTITLED, “VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC” 

PROHIBITING LEFT-TURN MOVEMENT FROM THE WAWA AT 800 N. 

BLACK HORSE PIKE ONTO NB RT. 168 

BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of Township of Gloucester, County of 

Camden, State of New Jersey that Chapter 81 of the Code of the Township of 

Gloucester Be and is hereby amended as follows: 

SECTION 1. That Section 81-25 entitled, “Turn Prohibitions” be and is hereby 

amended by adding the following: 

Intersection Turn Prohibited Movement Prohibited 

WaWa Store Left Turn Left Turn 

800 N. Black Horse Pike 

Rte. 168 Driveway 

SECTION 2. The property owner be and is hereby authorized and directed to erect 

“No Left Turn” signs designating the foregoing a “No left Turn” area in accordance 

with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways 

(MUTCD) 

SECTION 3. Unless another penalty is expressly provided by New Jersey Statute, 

N.J.S.A. 39:4-124, every person convicted of a violation of a provision of this 

Ordinance shall be liable to a fine of not more than Two Hundred Dollars $200.00) 

or imprisonment for a term not exceeding fifteen (15) days or both. 

SECTION 4. If any part or parts of this Ordinance are for any reason held to be 

invalid, such decision shall not take the validity of the remaining portions of this 

Ordinance. 

SECTION 5. All former traffic ordinance or part of ordinances of the Township of 

Gloucester in conflict with or inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance are 

hereby repealed, except that this repeal shall not affect or prevent the prosecution or

punishment of any person for any act done or committed in violation of any 

ordinance hereby repealed prior to the taking of this Ordinance. 

SECTION 6. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately after final passage and 

publication as required by law. 

Introduced: July 12, 2010 

Adopted: 

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PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL 

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TOWNSHIP CLERK 

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MAYOR 

Mr. Mercado made a motion to adopt on first reading, to have second reading and public hearing of 

July 26, 2010 and to advertise by synopsis, seconded by Mr. Hutchison. Roll call vote: All in 

favor. Motion carried 7-0. 

RESOLUTIONS: 

CONSENT AGENDA 

R-10:07-209 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUNDING OF TAXES 

BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester 

to authorize the refunding of the following credit balances: 

BLOCK LOT NAME AND ADDRESS YEAR AMOUNT REASON 

801 52 Helen Scherle 2010 134.53 Overpayment 

1824 Almonesson Rd. 

Deptford, NJ 08096 

801 53 Helen Scherle 2010 1,585.22 Overpayment 

1824 Almonesson Rd. 

Deptford, NJ 08096 

3801 12 Township of Gloucester 2010 600.00 Error in Flex Plan 

14403 58 Township of Gloucester 2010 600.00 Error in Flex Plan 

9601 26 Vicki Robbins 2010 1,689.00 Duplicate Payment 

47 Pine Bluff Ct. 

Laurel Springs, NJ 08021 

14003 10 Camden County College 2010 1,413.44 Overpayment 

P.O. Box 200 

Blackwood, NJ 08012 

17403 13 TruMark Financial C.U. 2010 2,863.45 Overpayment 

1000 Northbrook Dr. 

Trevose, PA 19053 

Attn: Lauren Byowitz 

17609 11 Bank of America 2010 1,294.68 Duplicate Payment 

P.O. Box 10211 

Van Nuys, CA 91499 

17902 8 Family Service of Burlington 2010 2,069.69 Overpayment 

770 Wood Lane 

Mt. Holly, NJ 08060

18306 9 Rosemary Berger 2010 2,711.76 Overpayment 

18 Sandstone Dr. 

Sicklerville, NJ 08081 

19703 19 Bank of America 2010 1,746.00 Duplicate Payment 

P.O. Box 10211 

Van Nuys, CA 91499 

19704 38 Citimortgage 2010 4,408.53 Overpayment 

P.O. Box 23689 

Rochester, NY 14692 

Attn: Shondell Ringo 

19806 13 Ruth Espada 2010 116.14 Overpayment 

134 Breckenridge Dr. 

Sicklerville, NJ 08081 

20102 10 Sandra Arrigale 2010 2,384.29 Duplicate Payment 

20 Bethel Lane 

Blackwood, NJ 08012 

ADOPTED: July 12, 2010 

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Township Clerk 

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Council President 

Mr. Hutchison made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mr. Mercado. Roll call vote: All in favor. 

Motion carried 7-0. 

R-10:07-210 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUNDS OF ENCROACHMENT 

DEPOSITS 

BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester that the 

following encroachment deposits be and are hereby authorized to be refunded: 

ROBERT ROSNER APPLICATION: #168181 

205 ORCHARD AVE. 

SOMERDALE, NJ 08083 PERMIT: #8595 

ADOPTED: 07-12-10 

AMOUNT: $100.00 

ATTEST: 





R-10:07-211 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TAX COLLECTOR TO CANCEL TAX SALE 

CERTIFICATE #10-00585 AND REFUND THE LIEN HOLDER DUE TO ERRONEOUS 

LIEN 

WHEREAS, on June 22, 2010, a tax sale certificate #10-00585 was sold in the 

amount of $2,149.59 with a premium of $600.00 on Block 13402, lot 4, for unpaid taxes to

Tower Lien LLC, and 

WHEREAS, this certificate was sold in error due to a bankruptcy that was filed, 

WHEREAS, the lien holder will be notified prior to the certificate being issued, 

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Mayor and the Township Council of the 

Township of Gloucester, that the certificate be cancelled and refund issued in the amount of 

$2,149.59 along with the premium paid of $600.00. 

Adopted: July 12, 2010 

ATTEST: 

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TOWNSHIP CLERK, RMC 



R-10:07-212 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TAX COLLECTOR TO REFUND LIEN HOLDER 

FOR DUPLICATE SUBSEQUENT PAYMENT FOR TAXES AND SEWER 

WHEREAS, on June 17, 2010, a subsequent payment for Block 11803, lot 15, for 

unpaid taxes and sewer charges was paid by Norman Remick, and 

WHEREAS, this amount was already paid by the homeowner, 

WHEREAS, the sewer authorities were paid and refunding the Township, 

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Mayor and the Township Council of the 

Township of Gloucester, that the subsequent payment be refunded to Norman Remick in the 

amount of $5,608.44. 


ATTEST: 

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President of Council 

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Township Clerk, RMC 

Mrs. Evans questioned this resolution. She asked who the property was owned by. Mr. Bianchini 

stated that it was contained in the resolution and the property owner is Norman Remick. Roll call 

vote: All in favor. Motion carried 7-0. 

R-10:07-213 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUNDS FROM THE DEPARTMENT 

OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 


following refunds be and are hereby authorized: 

Hutchison 

621 Chapel Avenue 

Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 

Amount: $130.00 


ATTEST: 

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Motion carried 7-0.

R-10:07-214 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN 

THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND WPCS INC. 

WHEREAS, the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, County of Camden, 

determined that there is a need for 3 year Radio Maintenance 

WHEREAS, sufficient funds have been provided, and 

WHEREAS, the Township Council received bids or quotes 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of 

Gloucester that the proper Township Officials are hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with 

WPCS Incorporated for 3 Year Radio Maintenance in the amount of $158,400.00 which was the 

lowest bid or quote received. 


ATTEST: 





R-10:07-215 


THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND H.A. De HART & SONS 


determined that there is a need for 2010 Dodge Pick Up Truck or equal 





H.A. DeHart & Sons for 2010 Dodge Pick Up Truck or Equal in the amount of $48,960.00 which 

was the lowest bid or quote received. 


ATTEST: 





R-10:07-216 


THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND H.A. DeHART & SONS 


determined that there is a need for Replacement Snow Plows for Various Trucks 


WHEREAS, the Township Council received bids or quotes



H. A. DeHart & Sons for Replacement Snow Plows for Various Trucks in the amount of $45,785.00 

which was the lowest bid or quote received. 

Adopted: July 7, 2010 

ATTEST: 





R-10:07-217 


THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND H.A. De HART & SONS 


determined that there is a need for One (1) 3-4 YD Dump Truck with Plow and Spreader 





H. A. DeHart & Sons for One (1) 3-4 YD Dump Truck with Plow and Spreader in the amount of 

$84,887.00 which was the lowest bid or quote received. 


ATTEST: 





R-10:07-218 


THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND H. A. DeHART & SONS 


determined that there is a need for Crew Cab 8 Yd Dump with Built in Spreader and Snow Plow 





H. A. DeHart for Crew Cab 8 Yd Dump with Built in Spreader and Snow Plow in the amount of 

$164,660.00 which was the lowest bid or quote received. 


ATTEST: 




Motion carried 7-0.

R-10:07-219 


THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND H.A. DeHART & SONS 


determined that there is a need for Standard Cab 8 yd. Dump Body with Built-In Spreader & Snow 

Plow 





H. A. DeHart for Standard Cab 8 yd. Dump Body with Built-In Spreader & Snow Plow 

in the amount of $149,456.00 which was the lowest bid or quote received. 


ATTEST: 





R-10:07-220 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF SECURITIES FOR WAWA STORE 981 IN 

THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER 

WHEREAS, the developer of WaWa - Store # 981 has supplied the Township of Gloucester 

with securities covering this development, within the Township of Gloucester, and 

WHEREAS, the Engineer has inspected this project and has given his report to the 

Township Council of the Township of Gloucester, and 


Gloucester that the securities in the amount of $157,761.23 in the name of WaWa Inc. be released 


ATTEST: 





R-10:07-221 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF SECURITIES FOR 600 ERIAL 

DEVELOPMENT, LLC IN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER 

WHEREAS, the developer of 600 Erial Road has supplied the Township of Gloucester with 

securities covering this development, within the Township of Gloucester, and 




Gloucester that the securities in the amount of $ 15,669.00 in the name of 600 Erial Road 

Development, LLC be released. 

Adopted: July 12, 2010

ATTEST: 





R-10:07-222 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF SECURITIES OF BCC 13, LLC; BCC 

14, LLC; BCC 15, LLC; BCC 18, LLC; BCC 19, LLC; VILLE 2, LLC "CO-BORROWERS" 

FOR THE SHOPPES AT CROSS KEYS IN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER 

WHEREAS, the Developer of The Shoppes at Cross Keys has supplied the Township of 

Gloucester with Securities for Subdivision Improvements, and 



NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Council of the Township of 

Gloucester does hereby authorize the reduction of securities for The Shoppes at Cross Keys as 

follows: 

From $1,500,873.60 to $139,257.30 


ATTEST: 

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R-10:07-223 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR 

CHURCH STREET SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS IN THE 

TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER 

WHEREAS, it was necessary to make changes in the scope of work to be done in 

completing the Church Street Sidewalk Improvements in the Township of Gloucester 

WHEREAS, Change Order No. 1 was developed to itemize and authorize those changes; 


Gloucester that Change Order No. 1 is hereby authorized and approval is hereby granted to revise 

the contract cost from $31,860.00 to $37,770.00 


ATTEST: 

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R-10:07-224 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT 

BETWEEN THE TOWNSHIP OF GLOUCESTER AND LEXA 

CONCRETE 


determined that there is a need for the 2010 Sidewalk Improvement Program 

WHEREAS, sufficient funds have been provided, and



Gloucester that the proper Township Officials are herby authorized to enter into an agreement with 

Lexa Concrete for the 2010 Sidewalk Improvement Program in the amount of $98,833.65 which 

was the lowest bid or quote received. 


ATTEST: 

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R-10:07-225 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SOLICITING OF RFQ’S VIA 

THE GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP WEBSITE FOR BROKER OF 

HEALTH 

WHEREAS, the Township of Gloucester is in need of a Broker of Health, and 

WHEREAS, the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester hereby 

authorized the Township Administrator to go out for RFQ’s for Broker of Health 


ATTEST: 

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R-10:07-226 

RESOLUTION REJECTING BIDS FOR GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP 

MUNICIPAL BUILDING COMPLEX SOLAR PROJECT 

WHEREAS, the Township Council of the Township of Gloucester has authorized and 

received bids for the Gloucester Township Municipal Building Complex Solar Project, and 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township 

of Gloucester, that all bids received for the Gloucester Township Municipal Building Complex 

Solar Project be and are hereby rejected. 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper officials be and is hereby authorized to 

re-advertise for bids for the Gloucester Township Municipal Building Complex Solar Project. 


ATTEST: 

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Township Clerk 

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REGULAR AGENDA 

R-10:07-227 

RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP 

ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT


following persons be and are hereby appointed to the Gloucester Township Zoning Board of 

Adjustment 

Joseph Gunn 3½ years 07-12-10 to 12-31-13 

Jay McMullin 6 months 07-12-10 to 12-31-10 

(to fill the unexpired term of Ken Fabricius) 

Frank Mellace 6 months 07-12-10 to 12-31-10 

(to fill the unexpired term of Jay McMullin) 


ATTEST: 

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Mr. Hutchison made a motion to adopt, seconded by Mr. Mercado. Roll call vote: All in Favor. 


Public Portion: 

Mr. Bianchini opened the public portion. 

Ms. Garvey of 316 Byron Court of Terrestria spoke about the severe sewer problem in her 

neighborhood. She stated that some people have had numerous problems. She stated that she has 

made an attempt to find out who owns the lines. She stated that this is not acceptable as these 

people pay MUA fees as well as taxes. 

Joanne Carr asked when the next tax bill is coming out. Mr. Cardis explained that the bill will be 

coming out in a few days and that it will be for the August quarter only. 

Tanya Brown stated that her sewer problem has been exacerbated. She stated that this will 

eventually be a serious problem. She questioned why the Public Works Department has access to 

their development since the township is saying that they are a private development. Mr. Bianchini 

stated that Public Works and the Gloucester Township MUA are two different entities and the MUA 

handles the sewer system. He stated that the MUA has said that the Terrestria Homeowners 

Association owns the sewer lines. Mr. Bianchini stated that the township hired an engineer to 

telescope the lines, where they found many roots. The HOA did not want them to clean it out or go 

any further. 

Resident of 416 Senora Lane stated that she has not had an incident. She stated that she has lived in 

the development since 1976 and that the MUA used to service the units and stopped in 2003. It was 

stated that no can find evidence who is responsible for this problem. 

A resident of 406 Senora Lane stated that she felt that the GTMUA already set a precedent and now 

they won’t do anything because everything is old. 

Sarah Jones of Jaeger Court stated that she is an original owner from 1976 and she stated that the 

homes were advertised and sold with city water and sewer. She stated that she thinks the township 

is taking unfair advantage of the residents. She stated that she is open to see if Council was going 

to be of assistance. 

Don Estoy of Terrestria stated that he is sharing a degree of frustration with his neighbors and with 

Council. He stated that this problem is coming down to money. He stated that the residents should 

not have to litigate this. He stated that some of the sewer systems may collapse in the near future. 

The resident of 609 Jaeger Court stated that she had a problem with her home and she had 

$5,000.00 in damage from her backup.

Mr. Ray Polidoro of Erial stated that he does not live in Terrestria but he stated that he understands 

their problem. He also stated that people are unable to hear in the back of the room. 

Tanya Brown stated that the picture she handed out was making a point. She feels that she has been 

disrespected. 

Sarah Jones of 612 Jaegar Court stated that she has pictures of the actual damage and what the 

people are suffering 

Maureen McLaughlin of 125 Empire Avenue asked Mr. Bianchini why the Township has not got 

together with the GTMUA Mr. Bianchini stated that there have been meetings set up in the past. 

Mr. Bianchini stated that the township paid for an assessment to look at the lines. He stated that the 

GTMUA had the lines on camera. It was stated that the HOA did not want to take any 

responsibility. Mr. Bianchini stated that he has asked the MUA solicitor to reach out to the HOA 

and Mr. Long told him that he got no response from the HOA. Ms. Evans asked Council to suspend 

the peoples payment to the GTMUA. Mr. Bianchini stated that the GTMUA is a separate entity. Mr. 

Bianchini stated that it will be brought back to the boards. Ms. McLaughlin stated that there has to 

be some responsibility. She stated that the HOA is not representing the homeowners and that the 

HOA has not stepped up. 

A resident of 315 Byron Court stated that this is all about money, who owns it and who it belongs 

to. She asked who approved the system originally. She stated that if this road collapses it will be a 

major problem. 

Mr. Hutchison stated that he doesn’t have an answer but he is looking at the situation. He stated 

that all council members want this situation fixed. He stated that at this time there seems to be a 

dispute; he asked does the Council have the authority to spend the taxpayer’s money on something 

that may not be a problem of their doing He stated that the GTMUA started to map the pipes. He 

stated that we need to find out who the pipes belong to. Mr. Hutchison stated that the two groups 

need to come together and at least discuss the situation and repairs. 

Mr. Bianchini asked the Solicitor and the Clerk to sift through any old documents pertaining to this 

development. It was stated that it was built in the 1970’s. 

Theresa Garvey stated that she had put in an OPRA request and was told that there were no records. 

Mr. Bianchini also asked the solicitor to work with the MUA. Mr. Mercado asked what position the 

HOA takes on this problem. It was stated that the HOA said that to the best of their knowledge it 

was a public system and has historically been taken care of by the MUA. 

Mr. Hutchison stated that the council also needs to ask if the township should absorb this 

financially to address this situation. Mr. Hutchison stated that before the town does this, they may 

have to wait for a decision to come down. 

Mrs. Evans asked who is responsible for the pipes and she thinks that this needs a major 

investigation and the DEP, EPA and BPU should be called. She stated that she would rather see the 

MUA’s money go to a new sewer line as opposed to a new building. 

A resident stated that she feels this will eventually happen to all pipes in the development. She 

stated that if Terrestria is responsible, why are they paying sewer bills 

Mr. McLaughlin stated that the files should be kept forever. He stated that the Township should be 

looking at the Attorney’s office as well as the Engineer at the time. He also stated that the MUA 

should have the records. 

A resident stated that she hopes the township sleeps well, and another resident stated that she sold 

these houses at the time, and they had public sewer and public water. 

Kristin Jackson of 15 Fox Meadow asked what will be done to help Mrs. Evans stated that she 

would like to get to the bottom of this. She stated that someone should OPRA all of the GTMUA 

records.

Mr. Garbowski stated that the township does not know the whole situation. He stated that he has 

the same problem at his home because of roots in the pipes. He stated that the township does not 

know the whole situation and he stated he would like to see the records. 

Mr. Hutchison stated that Council has to collectively get together and make a decision. He stated 

that the Council would have to make the decision as a body to see if the town will be responsible 

for the entire system. 

Maureen McLaughlin of 125 Empire Avenue stated that by the next workshop, the solicitor should 

be able to speak about this. She also spoke about the Police Department now having a bike patrol. 

She asked how these were funded. Chief Earle stated that much of the new equipment for the 

Police Department has been taken care of either through grants or donations. He stated that the 

township has been holding Quality of Life Meetings where they discuss a neighborhood and make 

decisions whether to target some areas where there are problems. Ms. McLaughlin stated that this 

all should be put in the newsletter. She also questioned the problems at the Howard Johnson’s. She 

asked what Council could do about the lack of management at the hotel 

Polling of Directors: 

Chief Earle stated that the Township has just received a Drunk Driving Grant of approximately 

$4,400.00. He also stated that the Texas Road House will be giving a free steak dinner to one of the 

Police Dogs. 

Mr. Cardis stated that Res. R:10-06-191 that was passed on June 14, the amount on the resolution 

was $18,673,032 and should have read $31,340,064. He stated that the actual rate is correct. Mr. 

Cardis stated that this was reviewed by Mr. Carlamere and also the Division of Local Government 

Services which stated that the adjustment could be made. 

Mr. Carlamere stated that there was a time factor involved with this, and the township spoke with 

the Auditor concerning this. He stated that the rate is ok on the resolution. 

Polling of Council: 

Ms. Evans thanked the residents for coming to the meeting and bringing their concerns to council. 

She stated that Council is concerned. She stated that she has already told the public what she is 

going to do. She stated that they must find a way to resolve this. She thanked Mr. Schmitt of the 

Forrest Service who helped her fill out a grant application for trees. 

Mr. Hutchison stated that the Terrestria issue dominated the meeting and rightly so. He stated that 

he hopes the issues moves ahead. He has also asked the solicitor to give the council guidance. He 

stated that Council would address the problem and make a fiscally responsible decision. 

Mr. Garbowski thanked the residents for coming to the meeting and he hopes Council will be able 

to get to the bottom of the situation with Terrestria. 

Mr. Schmidt thanked the residents for coming to the meeting and staying. 

Mrs. Gentek thanked everyone for coming to the meeting. She stated that she agreed with Mr. 

Hutchison’s comments. Mrs. Gentek stated that Council takes the residents problems home with 

them and that Council does care about the residents. She stated that she wants a conclusion to the 

Terrestria problem. 

Mr. Mercado thanked the residents for coming to the meeting. He congratulated those people that 

were appointed. He stated that the Council is interested in fixing the problem with Terrestria. He 

stated that it is incumbent to get everyone on the same page. He stated that he has faith in Mr. 

Bianchini. 

Mr. Bianchini thanked everyone for attending. He thanked those appointed to the boards for their 

volunteerism. Mr. Bianchini stated that he will be working on this problem with the GTMUA and 

the HOA. He stated that he is concerned about the situation and will ask the GTMUA solicitor to 

reach back out to the HOA. 

Mrs. Gentek reminded everyone that Thursday night will be movie night at Veterans Park and there 

will also be a concert at The Shoppes at Cross Keys. 

Mr. Mercado made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Hutchison. Roll call vote: All in favor. 

Motion carried 7-0 

Respectfully submitted, 

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Rosemary DiJosie 

Township Clerk

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