Michael J. Amorosa, Clerk of the Board, Informed the Board and Any

OCTOBER 27, 2020

A REGULAR MEETING of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset was held on the above date at immediately following the October 27, 2020 work session.

The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Director.

Michael J. Amorosa, Clerk of the Board, stated that the meeting was in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act and that adequate notice was provided on January 8, 2020 as follows:

1. Mailed to the Star Ledger, the Home News, and the Courier News. 2. Posted on the Official County Bulletin Board. 3. Filed with the County Clerk. 4. Distributed to all persons requesting such information.

Michael J. Amorosa, Clerk of the Board, stated that the meeting was being digitally recorded and livestreamed on the Somerset County website

Michael J. Amorosa, Clerk of the Board, informed the Board and any viewing public that, for public access, questions for the public session should be emailed to [email protected].

Roll Call ------

PRESENT: Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy (via phone), Robinson ABSENT: None

ALSO PRESENT: County Administrator/Clerk M. Amorosa, County Counsel J. DeMarco, C. Mahr, T. Jenkins, A. Clegg, Y. Childress, M. Loper, P. McCall, N. Trasente, K.Mager. M. Kosensky, P Malaracher

APPOINTMENTS At this time Director Robinson made the following appointments:

• Appointing Tyler Seville, Bernards Township, to the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board for a 3 year term to expire December 31, 2023

• Appointing Vincent T Reilly, Franklin Township, to the Somerset County Advisory Council on Disability Issues for a 2 year term to expire December 31, 2022

PUBLIC HEARING:

At this time, Director Robinson asked for a motion to open a public hearing on:

PH20-1069

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING LIMITS ALONG WASHINGTON VALLEY ROAD – MOUNTAIN BOULEVARD, COUNTY ROUTES 616 AND 527, WARREN TOWNSHIP – WATCHUNG BOROUGH, COUNTY OF SOMERSET NEW JERSEY AND SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR OCTOBER 27, 2020 AT 6:00 P.M.

This Ordinance/Resolution has been properly advertised, a copy has been posted on the Official County Bulletin Board, and copies have been made available for the general public.

Ms. Marano moved the Public hearing be open.

The motion, duly seconded by Mr. Gallagher was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

PH20-1069

BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that:

ZONE 1. 40 miles per hour from the Bridgewater Township - Warren Township corporate line, to a point 800 feet east of Old Washington Valley Road, County Route 638, except 25 miles per hour when passing through the Angelo L. Tomaso Elementary School Zone when the speed limit beacons are flashing.

ZONE 2. 35 miles per hour from a point 800 feet east of Old Washington Valley Road, County Route 638, to Primrose Way.

ZONE 3. 40 miles per hour from Primrose Way to Brookdale Road.

ZONE 4. 35 miles per hour from Brookdale Road to Washington Drive.

ZONE 5. 25 miles per hour from Washington Drive to the Watchung Traffic Circle.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all previous ordinances or resolutions establishing speed limits on the aforementioned roadway(s) or portions of the roadway(s) herein described are hereby repealed.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing Ordinance was duly introduced and passed on first reading at a regular meeting of the Board of Chosen Freeholders, Somerset County, State of New Jersey, held on October 13, 2020. Further notice was given that said Ordinance was adopted after Public Hearing held at a regular meeting of said Board of Chosen Freeholders on the 27th day of October, 2020.

Thereby Director Robinson asked if there was anyone present who wished to be heard regarding the Ordinance/Resolution

Seeing no one present who wished to be heard regarding this Ordinance/Resolution, Director Robinson asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing.

Mr. Gallagher moved the Public hearing be closed.

The motion, duly seconded by Mr. Levine was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

Director Robinson asked for a motion on the Ordinance/Resolution

Mr. Gallagher moved the Ordinance/Resolution does now pass on second reading.

The motion, duly seconded by Ms. Marano was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

At this time, Director Robinson asked for a motion to open a public hearing on:

PH20-1070

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMITS ALONG VALLEY ROAD, COUNTY ROUTE 527, WATCHUNG BOROUGH, SOMERSET COUNTY, NEW JERSEY AND SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR OCTOBER 27, 2020 AT 6:00 P.M.

This Ordinance/Resolution has been properly advertised, a copy has been posted on the Official County Bulletin Board, and copies have been made available for the general public.

Mr. Gallagher moved the Public hearing be open.

The motion, duly seconded by Ms. Marano was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

PH20-1070

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMITS ALONG VALLEY ROAD, COUNTY ROUTE 527, WATCHUNG BOROUGH, SOMERSET COUNTY, NEW JERSEY AND SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR OCTOBER 27, 2020 AT 6:00 P.M.

BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that:

SECTION 1. Speed Limits for both directions of traffic along Valley Road, County Route 527, Watchung Borough, Somerset County be established as follows:

ZONE 1. 25 miles per hour from the Watchung Traffic Circle to a point 370 feet north of Hillcrest Road.

ZONE 2. 35 miles per hour from a point 370 feet north of Hillcrest Road to Orchard Road.

ZONE 3. 40 miles per hour from Orchard Road to Bonnie Burn Road / Plainfield Avenue except 25 miles per hour (mph) when passing through the Bayberry Elementary School Zone, beginning 200 feet south of Bayberry Lane to 200 feet north of Tuttle Road, during recess, when the presence of children is clearly visible from the roadway, or while children are going to or leaving school, during opening or closing hours.

ZONE 4. 45 miles per hour from Bonnie Burn Road / Plainfield Avenue and the Watchung Borough corporate line (Somerset County) - Berkeley Heights corporate line (Union County).

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all previous ordinances or resolutions establishing speed limits on the aforementioned roadway(s) or portions of the roadway(s) herein described are hereby repealed.

Thereby Director Robinson asked if there was anyone present who wished to be heard regarding the Ordinance/Resolution

Seeing no one present who wished to be heard regarding this Ordinance/Resolution, Director Robinson asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing.

Mr. Levine moved the Public hearing be closed.

The motion, duly seconded by Ms. Marano was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

Director Robinson asked for a motion on the Ordinance/Resolution

Mr. Levine moved the Ordinance/Resolution does now pass on second reading.

The motion, duly seconded by Mr. Gallagher was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

At this time, Director Robinson asked for a motion to open a public hearing on:

PH20-1071

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMITS ALONG STIRLING ROAD, COUNTY ROUTE 653, WARREN TOWNSHIP, WATCHUNG BOROUGH, SOMERSET COUNTY, NEW JERSEY AND SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR OCTOBER 27, 2020 AT 6:00 P.M.

This Ordinance/Resolution has been properly advertised, a copy has been posted on the Official County Bulletin Board, and copies have been made available for the general public.

Ms. Marano moved the Public hearing be open.

The motion, duly seconded by Mr. Gallagher was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

PH20-1071

BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset:

Section 1 That the speed limits for both directions of traffic along Stirling Road, County Route 653 in Warren Township, and Watchung Borough be established as follows:

Zone 1 30 Miles per hour from the Somerset County - Morris County Corporate Line to a point 125 feet south of Frances Road.

Zone 2 40 Miles per hour from a point 125 feet south of Frances Road a point 1300 feet north of Valley View Road except 25 Miles per hour when passing through the Woodland School Zone and Watchung Hills Regional High School Zone when the speed limit beacons are flashing.

Zone 3 35 Miles per hour from a point 1300 feet north of Valley View Road to Hughes Lane except 25 MPH when passing through the Valley View Elementary School during recess when the presence of children is clearly visible from the roadway or while children are going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours.

Zone 4 25 miles per hour from Hughes Lane to the Watchung Traffic Circle.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all previous ordinances or resolutions establishing speed limits on the aforementioned roadway(s) or portions of the roadway(s) herein described are hereby repealed.

Thereby Director Robinson asked if there was anyone present who wished to be heard regarding the Ordinance/Resolution

Seeing no one present who wished to be heard regarding this Ordinance/Resolution, Director Robinson asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing.

Ms. Marano moved the Public hearing be closed.

The motion, duly seconded by Mr. Gallagher was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

Director Robinson asked for a motion on the Ordinance/Resolution

Mr. Gallagher moved the Ordinance/Resolution does now pass on second reading.

The motion, duly seconded by Mr. Levine was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

At this time, Director Robinson asked for a motion to open a public hearing on:

PH20-1072

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING LIMITS ALONG SOMERSET STREET, COUNTY ROUTE 531, IN THE BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG, COUNTY OF SOMERSET NEW JERSEY AND SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR OCTOBER 27, 2020 AT 6:00 P.M.

This Ordinance/Resolution has been properly advertised, a copy has been posted on the Official County Bulletin Board, and copies have been made available for the general public.

Ms. Marano moved the Public hearing be open.

The motion, duly seconded by Mr. Gallagher was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

PH20-1072

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING LIMITS ALONG SOMERSET STREET, COUNTY ROUTE 531, IN THE BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG, COUNTY OF SOMERSET NEW JERSEY AND SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR OCTOBER 27, 2020 AT 6:30 P.M.

BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that:

ZONE 1 35 Miles per hour from Somerset Street, County Route 631 to 500 feet south of the Watchung Traffic Circle.

ZONE 2 25 Miles per hour from 500 feet south of the Watchung Traffic Circle, to the Watchung Traffic Circle.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all previous ordinances or resolutions establishing speed limits on the aforementioned roadway(s) or portions of the roadway(s) herein described are hereby repealed.

Thereby Director Robinson asked if there was anyone present who wished to be heard regarding the Ordinance/Resolution

Seeing no one present who wished to be heard regarding this Ordinance/Resolution, Director Robinson asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing.

Ms. Marano moved the Public hearing be closed.

The motion, duly seconded by Mr. Gallagher was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

Director Robinson asked for a motion on the Ordinance/Resolution

Mr. Gallagher moved the Ordinance/Resolution does now pass on second reading.

The motion, duly seconded by Ms. Marano was, on roll call, adopted by the following vote:

YEAS Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

NO REPORTS

CONSENT AGENDA

ALL MATTERS LISTED HEREUNDER ARE CONSIDERED TO BE ROUTINE IN NATURE AND WILL BE ENACTED UPON IN ONE MOTION. ANY PERSON MAY REQUEST THAT AN ITEM BE REMOVED FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: • August 25 for September 8 regular meeting • September 8 for September 22 regular meeting

UPON MOTION BY MS. MARANO, SECOND BY MR. GALLAGHER THE MINUTES WERE APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE

APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL LETTER: #114

DEPARTMENT NAME POSITION GRADE/ SALARY EFFECTIVE DATE REPLACEMENTS:

Mental Health Center Shweta Dixit Quality Assurance & Environment of Care Specialist D-2/ $47,000 10/19 Mental Health Center Shannon Lewis Intake Triage Specialist D-2/ $40,644 10/19 Office on Aging & Chelsea Sacher Health Promotions Specialist F-1/ $62,000 10/19 Disability Services

PART TIME: Community Amanda Agwuegbo Administrative Assistant – PT AA/ $15.00 Hr. 10/19 Development

CHANGES: Roads Dennis Matlosz Public Works Floater B-2/ $41,133 10/16 to to to Road Worker B-2/ $42,342 SEPARATIONS:

Mental Health Center Madison Levine Licensed Mental Health Practitioner $52,956 10/23 Mental Health Center Janice Moore Insurance Specialist $49,400 10/31

Recycling Center Rutilio Menjivar Resource Driver $47,554 10/10

Transportation Leon Price Mini Bus Driver $49,196 10/31

Vehicle Maintenance Joseph Krieger Senior Mechanic $39,486 10/15

For Your Information:

SHERIFF’S OFFICE: The Sheriff has taken the following action:

REPLACEMENTS:

Corrections Sabrina M. Rodriguez Corrections Officer CO-1/ $39,653 10/19

Communication, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, informing of special allocations to jurisdiction of Community Development Block Grant funds to be used to prevent, prepare for, and respond to coronavirus (COVID- 19), was received.

Communication, State of New Jersey, Department of Transportation, informing applications will now be accepted for the New Jersey Department of Transportation’s (NJDOT) Fiscal Year 2021 Local Bridges Fund Program, was received.

Communication, County of Monmouth, Resolution #2020-0661, petitioning the state to appoint a representative from the Monmouth/Ocean County area to the State Board of Public Utilities, was received.

Communication, County of Salem, Resolution #2020-255, encourages the option of in-person voting for November 3, 2020 General Election, was received.

Communication, County of Salem, Resolution #2020-304, opposes the reallocation of funding from the state Recycling Fund, was received.

Communication, Borough of Somerville, accepted proposals for the design/construction and possible lease of an Emergency Services Complex in 2019, FD Stonewater was selected as designated redeveloper for the site, was received.

Communication, White Township, Resolution #2020-42, opposing the exclusive use of mail-in ballots for the General Election in November, 2020, was received.

Communication, Steve Peter, County Clerk, notice of fees collected for September 2020 in the amount of $3,401,688.52 of which $1,082,639.21 is retained for the County for its own use, was received.

Communication, Anthony T. Suriano, resignation letter from the Somerset County Library Commission effective December 31, 2020, was received.

RESOLUTION NUMBERS R20-1129 TO R20-1134 WILL REMAIN UNUSED

R20-1135

RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FY 2021 ANNUAL TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (A.T.P.) FOR THE COUNTY OF SOMERSET

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders is the designated Subregional Transportation Planning Agency for Somerset County; and

WHEREAS, the FY 2021 Annual Transportation Program (A.T.P.) for Somerset County has been developed in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Transportation, pursuant to State and Federal regulations; and

WHEREAS, the Annual Transportation Program for Somerset County; a copy of which is on file with the Clerk of the Board, incorporates the County’s State Local Aid funding for FY 2021.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders hereby approves the FY 2021 Annual Transportation Program for the County of Somerset; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the Board will forward true copies of this resolution to the New Jersey Department of Transportation bureau of Local Aid, the Somerset County Planning Board and the Office of the County Engineer.

R20-1136

RESOLUTION APPROVING TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION AND EXECUTE A GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021 FUNDS FOR PROJECTS INCLUDED IN THE 2021 ANNUAL TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (ATP)

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset formally approves the grant application for the above stated project.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director and Clerk are hereby authorized to submit an electronic grant application identified as CA-2021 – Somerset County – 00005 to the New Jersey Department of Transportation of behalf of the County of Somerset; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Director and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the grant agreement on behalf of the County of Somerset and that their signature constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions of the grant agreement and approves the execution of the grant agreement.

R20-1137

APPROVAL TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION AND EXECUTE A GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF COUNTY BRIDGE NO. D1302 POTTERSVILLE ROAD (CR 512) OVER PEAPACK BROOK BOROUGH OF PEAPACK AND GLADSTONE

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset formally approves the grant application for the above stated project; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director and Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to submit an electronic grant application identified as “LBFN- 2021 - Replacement of County Bridge D1302 - 00009” to the New Jersey Department of Transportation on behalf of the County of Somerset; and

R20-1138

APPROVAL TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION AND EXECUTE A GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF COUNTY BRIDGE NO. G0801 MORTON STREET OVER CUCKELS BROOK TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGEWATER

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset formally approves the grant application for the above stated project; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director and Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to submit an electronic grant application identified as “LBFN- 2021 – Replacement of County Bridge G0801 - 00010” to the New Jersey Department of Transportation on behalf of the County of Somerset; and

R20-1139

APPROVAL TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION AND EXECUTE A GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF COUNTY BRIDGE NO. G0907 TULLO ROAD OVER WEST BRANCH OF MIDDLE BROOK TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGEWATER

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset formally approves the grant application for the above stated project; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director and Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to submit an electronic grant application identified as “LBFN- 2021 - Replacement of County Bridge G0907 - 00011” to the New Jersey Department of Transportation on behalf of the County of Somerset; and

R20-1140

PERFORMANCE SURETY RELEASE RESOLUTION CANAL WALK FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP

WHEREAS, Canal Walk Associates, LLC, 929 Route 202, Raritan, NJ 08869, (herein after the “Principal”) and Union Center National Bank, 2455 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083, authorized to do business of surety in the State of New Jersey, (herein after the “Surety”), bound themselves onto the County of Somerset in the form of a letter of credit #915- SB in the amount of $3,000.00 as a guarantee for the setting of GPS monuments in reference to a major residential subdivision creating 811 lots and a 1,277 unit age-restricted community located in Block 513, Lots 1-2, 4, 10-12, 12.01 and 13.01, on Schoolhouse Road and Mettlers Road, Franklin Township on file with the County Planning Board as FL 742S; and

WHEREAS, the report and recommendation of the Somerset County Engineer shows that said principal has satisfactorily completed setting the GPS monuments; and

WHEREAS, therefore the principal has requested the return of the aforesaid performance surety; and

WHEREAS, it is appropriate that the County release the aforesaid surety and return to the principal since the County Engineer is satisfied with the location of the set monuments.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that said Board on behalf of said County accordingly does release and discharge Canal Walk Associates, LLC, and Union Center National Bank, and each of them and their heirs, administrators, executors, and assigns from the obligations of said surety and authorizes the release of said surety; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that said Board on behalf of said County accordingly does authorize and direct the County Planning Board to submit certified copies to the following:

PRINCIPAL SURETY

R20-1141

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SOMERSET COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANT PROGRAM AWARDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $601,000 FROM THE 2020 OPEN SPACE, RECREATION, FARMLAND AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION TRUST FUND

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders has established the Somerset County Open Space, Recreation, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund to further the preservation of open space, farmland, and historic resources in Somerset County; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders has established the Historic Preservation Grant Program to assist the County, municipalities and non-profit organizations in the preservation of historic resources; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders is allocating $900,000.00 for the 2020 round of the Historic Preservation Grant Program; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders has authorized the distribution of grant applications to municipalities, non-profit organizations and Somerset County in conjunction with the foregoing; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders has established an application review process which requires the review of applications by the Historic Preservation Grant Program Advisory Committee, which review has been completed at this time; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders has reviewed and considered all comments and recommendations of the Historic Preservation Grant Program Advisory Committee and the Cultural & Heritage Commission and has determined and prepared a list of grant awards and administrative costs as set forth herein.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders that it approves the 2020 Historic Preservation Grant Program awards as follows:

Hillsborough Township $125,000.00 for the Van der Veer-Harris House located in Hillsborough Township

Rocky Hill Borough $76,000.00 for the Rocky Hill Borough Hall located in Rocky Hill

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders that it approves additional funding for sites that are owned by Somerset County as follows:

1st Dutch Reformed Church (Jury Waiting Room) Round Stained-Glass Window (West Façade) located in Somerville $100,000.00

Baker-Duderstadt Site located in Warren: Historic Structures Report $50,000.00 Mothball/Security; House, Barn & Corn Crib $40,000.00

Fleischmann Carriage House Restoration (Phase 1) located in Franklin $160,000.00

Lord Memorial Fountain Cleaning located in Somerville $50,0000.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders, following review and approval by County Counsel, does authorize execution of the Grant Agreements for the aforementioned grant awards; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders does authorize and direct the Treasurer of Somerset County to deposit the awarded funds in the amount of $601,000.00 into the appropriate accounts to be available for the purpose of preserving the selected historic sites and upon execution of the required grant agreements and satisfaction of all requirements contained therein, does authorize and direct the Treasurer of Somerset County to release allocated funds to be spent in accordance with the executed grant agreements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this resolution be sent to all grantees and the Somerset County Cultural and Heritage Commission.

R20-1142

AMENDING RESOLUTIONS R19-1155 AND R20-110 TO REALLOCATE LOCAL ARTS PROGRAM FUNDS GRANTED TO SOMERSET COUNTY CULTURAL & HERITAGE COMMISSION 2020 LOCAL ARTS PROGRAM GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT RE- GRANTEES IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,000.00 FROM THE NEW JERSEY STATE COUNCIL ON THE ARTS

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset originally authorized Resolution R19- 1155 on October 22, 2019 to award contracts for the 2020 Local Arts Program Grant; and

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset originally certified funds for the 2020 Local Arts Program in Resolution R20-110 on January 28, 2020; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Park Commission has declined to accept 2020 Local Arts Program Funds from the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission in the amount of $4,000.00; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders has authorized the reallocation and distribution of these grant funds to qualified 2020 Local Arts Program General Operating Support Re-grantees.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders that it approves the amendment of contract totals to the following 2020 Local Arts Program Re-grantees:

Old Increase New Amount Amount Central Jersey Symphony Orchestra $5,000.00 444.00 $5,444.00 Friend of Kennedy Martin Stelle Farmstead $10,500.00 448.00 $10,948.00 Jersey Harmony Chorus $500.00 444.00 $944.00 Light Opera of NJ, Inc. $5,500.00 444.00 $5,944.00 The New School for Music Study $900.00 444.00 $1,344.00 Raritan Valley Symphonic Band $4,500.00 444.00 $4,944.00 Somerset Valley Players $7,500.00 444.00 $7,944.00 Ukrainian History and Education Center $5,500.00 444.00 $5,944.00 Villagers Theatre $4,000.00 444.00 $4,444.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders does authorize and direct the Treasurer of Somerset County to release allocated funds to be spent in accordance with the executed grant agreements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this resolution be sent to all grantees and the Somerset County Cultural and Heritage Commission.

R20-1143

RESOLUTION ADOPTING A CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF SOMERSET AND THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORTATION TO VETERANS OF SOMERSET COUNTY FOR THE PERIOD OCTOBER 1, 2020 TO DECEMBER 31, 2020

WHEREAS, NJ Department of Military and Veterans Affairs has requested that the County of Somerset, Division of Transportation provide accessible transportation services to Veterans of Somerset County, beyond that which is currently provided by the County; and

WHEREAS, NJ Department of Military and Veterans Affairs has reserved the sum of $ 4,500.00 to fund the provision of said transportation services for Somerset County Veterans; and

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset, Division of Transportation has determined that accessible transportation services can be provided by using existing vehicles to accommodate the needs of the NJ Department of Military and Veterans Affairs; and

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset and the NJ Department of Military and Veterans Affairs have agreed that this service can be provided five days per week.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders that the Freeholder Director and the Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to execute the necessary contractual agreements on behalf of the County of Somerset; and the County of Somerset is authorized to invoice and collect reimbursements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this resolution be forwarded to the NJ Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and, the Somerset County Division of Transportation.

R20-1144

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION, AND ACCEPTANCE IF AWARDED, TO THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES (DMHAS) SUPPORT TEAM FOR ADDICTION RECOVERY PROGRAM GRANT (SHORT TITLE: STAR) TO PROVIDE CASE MANAGEMENT AND RECOVERY SUPPORT SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH OPIOID USE DISORDERS (OUD) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $385,835.00 FROM OCTOBER 1ST, 2020 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2021.

WHEREAS, SAMHSA’S State Opioid Response (SOR) grant has made available funds to DMHAS to issue an RFP to establish a STAR program in Somerset County to provide services to at least 40 individuals with OUD ; and

WHEREAS, Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center of Somerset County desires to apply for this funding AND Somerset County has a need for recovery support services for County residents with OUD; and

WHEREAS, Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center of Somerset County will prepare an application to implement OUD recovery support and case management services.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset authorizes the submission of an application to, and acceptance if awarded, DMHAS to establish a STAR program to provide case management and recovery supports for individuals with OUD to address an unmet need and /or an under-served population in Somerset County; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders are hereby authorized to execute any such documents that may be necessary to apply for and accept such funding.

R20-1145

MODIFYING RESOLUTION R20-811 ADOPTED ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 TO AUTHORIZE AN INCREASE OF $80,357.00.00 TO THE 2020 AREA PLAN CONTRACT (DOAS20AAA018), AS A RESULT OF AN INCREASE IN THE FINAL ALLOCATION, FOR A NEW CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $2,791,247.00 FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 1, 2020 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2020

WHEREAS, the New Jersey State Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services notified the Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services of a change in funding award from an modify allocation of $2,710,890.00 to a new allocation of $2,791,247.00 (for a net increase of $80,357.00) for the calendar year January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020 to provide Area Plan Contract services to the residents of Somerset County; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset approve the FINAL-YEAR allocation increase of $80,357.00 for a new contract amount of $2,791,247.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset does hereby authorize the Executive Director of the Office on Aging and Disability Services, Director and Clerk of the Board to sign contracts and other essential documents to apply and accept such funding.

R20-1146

AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR THE SOMERSET COUNTY SOCIAL SERVICES FOR THE HOMELESS CONTRACT WITH THE NEW JERSEY STATE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, DIVISION OF FAMILY DEVELOPMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,295.00 FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 1, 2021 TO DECEMBER 31, 2020

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset received formal notification from the State of New Jersey, Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development that the Social Services for the Homeless Contract is continued in the total amount of $176,601.00 for the period of January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019; and

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset received formal notification from the State of New Jersey, Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development that the Social Services for the Homeless Contract is extended in the amount of $176,599.00 for the period of January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020 for a total contract amount of $353,200.00 for the period of January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2020; and

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset received formal notification from the State of New Jersey, Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development that the Social Services for the Homeless Contract has been given an additional $11,295.00 for administration of the Covid Relief Funds Rental Assistance Program for the period of January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020 for a total contract amount of $384,495.00; and

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset has been allocated the sum of $384,495.00 for Social Services for the Homeless funds in continuing funds from the New Jersey Department of Human Services for the provision of programs and services to serve the needs of homeless population; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Human Services Advisory Council reviewed the contract continuation.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, that the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset be authorized to execute the contract with the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development.

R20-1147

AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A LETTER OF AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG ABUSE FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $117,007.00 FOR THE PERIOD OF OCTOBER 1, 2020 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2021

WHEREAS, the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse has issued a letter of agreement with Somerset County for the sum of $117,007.00 ($64,507.01 for Municipal Alliances and $52,499.99 for coordination) to Somerset County for the period of October 1, 2020-June 30, 2021 for the purpose of funding programs to prevent alcoholism and drug abuse administered by the County and municipalities and their Municipal Alliance Committees and for Municipal Alliance coordination; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Municipal Alliance Plan was approved by the County Alliance Steering Subcommittee and Local Advisory Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse on December 4, 2019, and the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse on September 15, 2020.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders are hereby authorized to execute the Letter of Agreement with the State of New Jersey, Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, for alcohol and drug abuse prevention funds as described above.

R20-1148

NATIONAL CHILDREN’S ALLIANCE AWARDS FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT, IMPROVEMENT, AND EXPANSION OF CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTERS NCA RFP FY21 GRANT PROGRAM

RESOLUTION OF PARTICIPATION

A RESOLUTION APPROVING PARTICIPATION WITH THE NATIONAL CHILDREN’S ALLIANCE AWARDS FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT, IMPROVEMENT, AND EXPANSION OF CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTERS NCA RFP FY21 WITH FUNDING RECEIVED UNDER THE OJJDP FY18 VOCA CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY NATIONAL SUBGRANT PROGRAM (CFDA #16.758).

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office wishes to apply for funding of up to $120,000.00, with no county match, for a total project cost of up to $120,000.00 under the National Children’s Alliance Awards For The Establishment, Improvement, and Expansion Of Children’s Advocacy Center; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset has reviewed the accompanying documentation and has approved said request; and

WHEREAS, the project is a joint effort between the National Children’s Alliance and the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office for the purpose described in the documentation.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that:

1. As a matter of public policy the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office wishes to participate to the fullest extent possible with the National Children’s Alliance.

2. The National Children’s Alliance will receive funds on behalf of the applicant.

3. The National Children’s Alliance shall be responsible for the receipt and review of the applications for said funds.

4. The National Children’s Alliance shall initiate allocations to each applicant as authorized.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders that the Freeholder Director and the Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to execute the necessary contractual agreements on behalf of the County of Somerset.

R20-1149

STATE OF NEW JERSEY STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT (VAWA) GRANT PROGRAM RESOLUTION OF PARTICIPATION

A RESOLUTION APPROVING PARTICIPATION WITH THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY IN THE STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT (VAWA) GRANT PROGRAM ADMINISTERED BY THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL, DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office wishes to apply and accept funding of approximately $17,810 with an in-kind match of $5,937 for an approximate project total cost of $23,747 for the project Subaward # VAWA-48-18 (with a duration period of July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021) under the STOP Violence Against Women Grant Program; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders has reviewed the accompanying application and has approved said request; and

WHEREAS, the project is a joint effort between the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office for the purpose described in the application.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders that

1. As a matter of public policy the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office wishes to participate to the fullest extent possible with the Department of Law and Public Safety.

2. The Attorney General will receive funds on behalf of the applicant.

3. The Department of Law and Public Safety shall be responsible for the receipt and review of the applications for said funds.

4. The State Office of Victim Witness Advocacy shall initiate allocations to each applicant as authorized.

5. The Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders is authorized to accept the Subaward and the Somerset Prosecutor’s Office is accepting the grant funds for the purpose described in the application.

R20-1150

STATE OF NEW JERSEY STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT (VAWA) GRANT PROGRAM RESOLUTION OF PARTICIPATION

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office wishes to apply and accept funding of approximately $21,236 with an in-kind match of $7,079 for an approximate project total cost of $28,315 for the project Subaward # VAWA-48-19 (with a duration period of July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021) under the STOP Violence Against Women Grant Program; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders has reviewed the accompanying application and has approved said request; and

WHEREAS, the project is a joint effort between the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office for the purpose described in the application.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders that

1. As a matter of public policy the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office wishes to participate to the fullest extent possible with the Department of Law and Public Safety.

2. The Attorney General will receive funds on behalf of the applicant.

3. The Department of Law and Public Safety shall be responsible for the receipt and review of the applications for said funds.

4. The State Office of Victim Witness Advocacy shall initiate allocations to each applicant as authorized.

UPON MOTION BY MR. GALLAGHER SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE

R20-1151

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FOR THE PRISON RAPE ELIMINATION ACT (PREA) PROGRAM

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Jail is was authorized via Resolution 19- 487 to apply in 2019 for a project under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Grant Program; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Jail was not awarded funding in 2019 and was automatically resubmitted for the 2020 grant year by the New Jersey Department of Justice; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Justice has made funds available to the counties to develop and implement a Prison Rape Elimination Program.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Somerset County Jail is hereby authorized to accept funding from the New Jersey Department of Justice not to exceed the amount of $250,000.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset are authorized to execute any additional documents as necessary to receive said funds.

R20-1152

AUTHORIZE THE QPA TO UTILIZE PROVISIONS IN THE LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACTS LAW AND RULES TO PREPARE SPECIFICATIONS TO REQUEST TO BID FOR “PROPRIETARY” GOODS AND SERVICES FOR THE UPGRADE TO THE DRAGER SWEDE BURN BUILDING

WHEREAS, as set forth in the Local Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 40A:11-2(39) and Rules N.J.A.C. 5:34-9.1(a)(1)(i) and (2)(i), the Purchasing Agent requests authorization to solicit bids using the provisions for proprietary goods and services for the upgrade to the Drager Swede Burn Building; and

WHEREAS, Somerset County Training Academy has a substantial investment in the Drager Swede Burn Buildings.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the County of Somerset shall reference Drager Swede Survival Systems. in the bid specifications and shall not reference brand name or equivalent as no equivalent system exists; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk to the Board shall forward a copy of this Resolution to the Purchasing Agent; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to solicit bids in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-2(39) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-9.1(a)(1)(i) and (2)(i) to purchase the Drager Swede Survival Garage Prop.

R20-1153

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF STORM RECOVERY RESERVES FOR CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE

WHEREAS, municipalities and counties with storm recovery reserves may use those funds for the coronavirus response; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:4-62.1 permits a municipality or county to adopt a resolution authorizing storm recovery reserve funds to be used for "any purpose necessary to protect the safety, security, health, and welfare, of its citizens from the damage caused by an emergency declared by the Governor or the President of the United States."; and

WHEREAS, any reimbursement of these expenditures shall be deposited back into the reserve.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that to establish a storm recovery reserve or convert a preexisting snow removal reserve to storm recovery, the governing body shall adopt a resolution establishing the reserve and submit the resolution to the Division.

R20-1154

RESOLUTION AMENDING R20-954 INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY AREA PLAN MIDYEAR ALLOCATION INCREASE $1,473,217.00

WHEREAS, N.J.S. 40A:4-87 provides that the Director of the Division of Local Government Services may approve the insertion of any special item of revenue in the budget of any county or municipality when such item shall have been made available by law and the amount thereof was not determined at the time of the adoption of the budget; and

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount; and

WHEREAS, resolution R20-954 approved the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget in the amount of $1,297.00.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, amends R20-954 and hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $1,473,217.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the State of New Jersey pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $1,473,217.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “Area Plan”.

R20-1155

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE NEW JERSEY TRANSIT CORPORATION SECTION 5311 GRANT, ADDITIONAL FUND UNDER CARES ACT $290,974.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $290,974.00 which item is now available as a revenue from New Jersey Transit Corporation pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $290,974.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “Section 5311”.

R20-1156

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE RUTGERS TRAUMATIC LOSS COALITION (TLC) GRANT PROGRAM $12,967.06

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $12,967.06 which item is now available as a revenue from Rutgers pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $12,967.06 is hereby appropriated under the caption “TLC”.

R20-1157

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE U.S. DOT/ NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION COMPREHENSIVE TRAFFIC SAFETY PROGRAM (CTSP) $186,795.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $186,795.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the U.S.DOT / National Highway Traffic Safety Administration pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $186,795.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “CTSP”.

R20-1158

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE U.S. DOT / NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION DRE ASSISTANCE AND SUPPLEMENTAL DWI ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM $126,335.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $126,335.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the U.S. DOT/ National Highway Traffic Safety Administration pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $126,335.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “DRE / DWI”.

R20-1159

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG ABUSE MUNICIPAL ALLIANCE PROGRAM GRANT $117,007.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $117,007.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the State of New Jersey Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $117,007.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “Municipal Alliance”.

R20-1160

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY 2020 GOVERNOR PHIL MURPHY BUDGET OPERATION HELPING HAND (OHH) GRANT $47,619.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $47,619.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the State of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $47,619.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “OHH”.

R20-1161

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF FAMILY DEVELOPMENT SOCIAL SERVICE FOR THE HOMELESS (SSH) GRANT INCREASE $11,295.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $11,295.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the State of New Jersey Division of Family Development pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $11,295.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “SSH”.

R20-1162

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS VETERAN TRANSPORTATION GRANT EXTENSION $4,500.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $4,500.00 which item is now available as a revenue from New Jersey Department of Military & Veterans Affairs pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $4,500.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “VA Transportation”.

R20-1163

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE NEW JERSEY DEDPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY SOMERSET COUNTY PROSECTOR’S OFFICE VICTIM OF CRIMES ACT GRANT $209,374.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $209,374.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $209,374.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “VOCA.”

R20-1164

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE CENTER FOR TECH AND CIVIC LIFE (CTCL) COVID-19 RESPONSE GRANT $134,442.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $134,442.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the Center for Tech and Civic Life pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $134,442.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “Election COVID-19 Response”.

R20-1165

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT WORKFIRST NEW JERSEY (WFNJ) GRANTS $715,302.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $715,302.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the State of New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $715,302.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “WFNJ”.

R20-1166

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION OF AGING SERVICES AREA PLAN FINAL ALLOCATION $85,488.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $85,488.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the State of New Jersey Department of Human Services pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $85,488.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “Area Plan”.

R20-1167

RESOLUTION FOR INSERTION OF SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE INTO THE BUDGET FOR THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE PRISON RAPE ELIMINATION ACT (PREA) $250,000.00

WHEREAS, said Director may also approve the insertion of an item of appropriation for equal amount.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2020 in the sum of $250,000.00 which item is now available as a revenue from the Office of Justice Programs pursuant to the provision of statute; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the like sum of $250,000.00 is hereby appropriated under the caption “PREA”.

UPON MOTION BY MR. LEVINE SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, THE CONSENT AGENDA WAS ADOPTED BY VOICE VOTE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1168

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF CONTRACT TO CME ASSOCIATES FOR RECYCLING CONSULTATION SERVICES ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset properly advertised seeking Requests for Proposals to furnish professional services for Engineering Services Contract # CY-XS-0001-20 in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4, et seq.; and

WHEREAS, there exists a need for Recycling Consultation Services on an as needed basis; and

WHEREAS, CME Associates, 3759 Highway 1 South, Suite 100, Monmouth Junction, New Jersey 08852 has submitted a proposal to perform the aforesaid services; and

WHEREAS, CME Associates, 3759 Highway 1 South, Suite 100, Monmouth Junction, New Jersey 08852 is an engineering services firm affording engineering services of the type and nature required to properly carry out the aforesaid and their particular abilities and capacities have been previously demonstrated in work in Somerset County and are recognized by the Office of the Somerset County Engineer and by the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

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

1. That the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset are hereby authorized to enter into a contract with CME Associates, to perform the aforesaid engineering services and to be compensated in accordance with the fee schedule on file with the Clerk of the Board. Total amount of this contract covering all fees costs and disbursements, not to exceed $50,000.00 to be approved as to form and content by County Counsel.

2. That the engagement of the above named have been in conformance with a Fair and Open Process for Exempt Service exception, Local Public Contract Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 (1) (a) (i) Professional Services.

3. The County, its officers and employees shall be added as an additional insured as to all coverage.

4. Neither party shall be responsible for any resulting loss or obligation to fulfill duties as specified in any of the terms or provisions of this Agreement if the fulfillment of any term or provision of this Agreement is delayed or prevented by any revolutions, insurrections, riots, wars, acts of enemies, national emergencies, strikes, floods, fires, acts of God, or by any cause not within the control of the party whose performance is interfered with which by the exercise of reasonable diligence such party is unable to prevent or in the event the County of Somerset is unable to obtain funding for the project for which this contract pertains or in the event the source of funding is curtailed by any act of any governmental body, including the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders. Additionally, if the fulfillment of any of the terms and provision of this Agreement is delayed or prevented by any court order, or action or injunction or other such agreement, this Agreement shall become voidable by the County of Somerset by notice to each party.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a notice of contract award be published in the Courier News as required by 40A:11-(1)(a)(i).

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1169

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONSULTANT MODIFICATION NO. 3 TO USA ARCHITECTS FOR PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE MEDICAL/DENTAL CENTER AT THE RICHARD HALL MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, SOMERSET COUNTY, NEW JERSEY, RESOLUTION NO. R17-678; DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders entered into an Agreement with USA Architects on September 12, 2017 for Professional Architectural/Engineering Services for the Medical/Dental Center at the Richard Hall Mental Health Center, Somerset County, New Jersey, Resolution No. R17-678; Dated September 12, 2017; and

WHEREAS, the contract was awarded as a Professional Service Contract in accordance with 40A: 11-5 (1)(a) of the Local Public Contracts Law on April 14, 2015; and

WHEREAS, USA Architects, 20 North Doughty Avenue, Somerville, NJ 08876 has submitted a Consultant Agreement Modification No. 3 for Professional Architectural/Engineering Services for the Medical/Dental Center at the Richard Hall Mental Health Center, Somerset County, New Jersey, Resolution No. R17-678; Dated September 12, 2017.

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

1. That the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset are hereby authorized to enter into a contract with USA Architects for Modification No. 3 for $7,000.00 of additional money for Professional Architectural/Engineering Services for the Medical/Dental Center at the Richard Hall Mental Health Center, Somerset County, New Jersey. Amendment to be approved as to form and content by County Counsel for a new contract total covering all fees, costs and disbursements, not to exceed $50,700.

3. Neither party shall be responsible for any resulting loss or obligation to fulfill duties as specified in any of the terms or provisions of this Agreement if the fulfillment of any term or provision of this Agreement is delayed or prevented by any revolutions, insurrections, riots, wars, acts of enemies, national emergencies, strikes, floods, fires, acts of God, or by any cause not within the control of the party whose performance is interfered with which by the exercise of reasonable diligence such party is unable to prevent or in the event the County of Somerset is unable to obtain funding for the project for which this contract pertains or in the event the source of funding is curtailed by any act of any governmental body, including the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders. Additionally, if the fulfillment of any of the terms and provisions of this Agreement is delayed or prevented by any court order, or action or injunction or other such agreement, this Agreement shall become voidable by the County of Somerset by notice to each party; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a notice of contract award be published as required by 40A:11-(1)(a)(i).

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1170

AMEND R20-976 TO CORRECT THE PER TON COST TO THE COUNTY FOR SINGLE STREAM MARKET/VENDORS TO PURCHASE RECYCLED MATERIALS CONTRACT #: CC-0122-19, OPTION TO EXTEND ONE YEAR, SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset originally authorized Resolution R20- 976 on September 8, 2020 to award the option to extend one year, Contract #: CC-0122-98 for Single Stream Market/Vendors to Purchase Recycled Materials; and

WHEREAS, the cost to the County for singled stream materials was incorrectly identified as $76.69 per ton: and

WHEREAS, the correct cost to the County for single stream materials is $79.69 per ton.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that resolution R20-976 is amended as noted above.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1171

AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR FURNISH & DELIVER TO THE SOMERSET COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS VOTING AUTHORITY BOOKLETS CONTRACT #CC-0040-20 FIRST YEAR OF TWO YEAR CONTRACT

WHEREAS, an appropriation will be included in the 2021 adopted Budget of which 26.25% of the appropriation will be made available in the adopted 2021 temporary budget, Chief Financial Officer certification will take place at that time in the form of a purchase order, line item 01-201-20-200-15-350-290; and

WHEREAS, one (1) sealed bid was received, opened and read in public on September 29, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. prevailing time for Furnish & Deliver to the Somerset County Board of Elections Voting Authority Booklets, Contract #CC-0040-20; and

WHEREAS, the bid was reviewed by the Board of Elections and it was determined that the bid as submitted by Premier Printing Solutions, LLC, 508 Raritan Street, Sayreville, New Jersey 08872 meets all the requirements of the County specifications.

Furnish & Deliver to the Somerset County Board of Elections Voting Authority Booklets, Contract #CC-0040-20 $0.0184 / Voter

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the bid as submitted by Premier Printing Solutions, LLC be and is hereby accepted for the first year of a two year contract; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Director and Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to execute the proper contracts and the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue Purchase Orders as needed per bid proposal and specifications approved as to form by County Counsel.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1172

AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR EQUIPMENT & TOOL RENTAL OPEN END COOPERATIVE PRICING SYSTEM BID #2-SOCCP CONTRACT #CC-0028-20 FIRST YEAR OF A TWO YEAR CONTRACT

WHEREAS, six (6) sealed proposals were received, opened and read in public on September 10, 2020 at 3:00 P.M. for Equipment & Tool Rental, Open End Cooperative Pricing System Bid #2-SOCCP, Contract #CC-0028-20; and

WHEREAS, the bids were reviewed by the Supervisor of Roads and Bridges and it was determined that the bids as submitted by the following bidders meet all of the requirements of the County specifications; Equiptech LLC dba Pave-Rite, Inc. Bobcat of Central Jersey 40 Radel Avenue 45 Route 22 Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Green Brook, NJ 08812 Phone:732-271-6110 Phone: 732-752-0002 Fax: 732-271-8068 Fax: 732-424-1440 24 Hr. Emergency Number: 732-271-0110 24 Hr. Emergency Number: 732-610-3763 Herc Rentals, Inc. Pumping Services, Inc. 49 West Ferris Street 201 Lincoln Blvd. East Brunswick, NJ 08816 Middlesex, NJ 08846 Phone: 239-301-1001 Phone: 732-469-4540 Fax: 866-294-6490 Fax: 732-469-5912 24 Hr. Emergency Number: 201-681-5719 24 Hr. Emergency Number: 732-469-4540

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. Jet Vac Equipment 2341 Deerfield Drive 195 Green Pond Road Fort Mill, SC 29715 Rockaway, NJ 07866 Phone: 800-508-4762 Phone: 855-538-8227 Fax: 803-578-6850 24 Hr. Emergency Number: 862-689-9029 24 Hr. Emergency Number: 800-667-9328

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the bids as submitted by the above named vendors be and are hereby accepted as per the Schedule prices on file in the Office of the Clerk of the Board; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Director and Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to execute the proper contracts and the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue Purchase Orders as needed per bid proposals and specifications approved as to form by County Counsel.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1173

AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR DEER CARCASS REMOVAL OPEN END COOPERATIVE PRICING SYSTEM BID #2-SOCCP CONTRACT #CC-0058-20 FIRST YEAR OF A TWO YEAR CONTRACT

WHEREAS, two (2) sealed bid was received, opened and read in public on September 15, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. prevailing time for Deer Carcass Removal, Open End Cooperative Pricing System Bid #2-SOCCP, Contract #CC-0058-20; and

WHEREAS, the bid was reviewed by the Road and Bridge Supervisor and it was determined that the bid as submitted by Kelly Winthrop, LLC., 1110 New Parkview Place, West Palm Beach, FL 33417, Phone: (888) 329-3357 meets the necessary requirements of the County specifications.

Removal and Sanitary Disposal at a Disposal Facility Licensed to Receive Carcasses At a cost per Deer Carcass of $38.00

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the bid submitted by Kelly Winthrop, LLC., be and is hereby accepted for Deer Carcass Removal, Open End Cooperative Pricing System Bid #2- SOCCP, Contract #CC-0058-20; and

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1174

AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR MAINTENANCE, REPAIR SERVICES, PARTS REPLACEMENT AND EMERGENCY SERVICES FOR THE SOMERSET COUNTY WATER PUMPING STATION SYSTEM CONTRACT #CC-0135-19 SECOND YEAR OF A THREE YEAR CONTRACT

WHEREAS, four (4) sealed proposals were received, opened and read in public on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. prevailing time for Maintenance, Repair Services, Parts Replacement and Emergency Services for the Somerset County Water Pumping Station System, Contract #CC-0135-19; and

WHEREAS, the bids were reviewed by the Road and Bridges Supervisor and it has been determined that the following bid as submitted by Pumping Services Inc., 201 Lincoln Blvd., Middlesex, NJ 08846 met all the necessary requirements of the County’s specifications during the first year:

Pump Station # Estimated PM per Cost per PM Year 1 1 $3,974.00 2 1 $3,974.00 3 1 $2,000.00 4 1 $1,400.00 5 1 $1,400.00 6 1 $3,974.00 *Grand Total $16,722.00

Emergency and Non-emergency Repairs Cost Standard Hourly Rate $145.00/hour Overtime Hourly Rate $217.00/hour Service Vehicle Hourly Rate $132.00/hour Crane Hourly Rate $290.00/hour Upcharge Based on Contractor’s Cost 20%

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the bid submitted by Pumping Services, Inc. be and hereby accepted for the second year of a three year contract; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Director and Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to execute the proper contracts and the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue Purchase Orders as needed per bid proposals and specifications approved as to form by County Counsel.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1175

AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ROCK SALT (BULK), TREATED SALT / LIQUID FOR TREATING SALT, COOPERATIVE PRICING SYSTEM BID #2-SOCCP CONTRACT #CC-0054-20 FIRST YEAR OF A TWO YEAR CONTRACT

WHEREAS, five (5) sealed proposals were received, opened and read in public on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 2:30 P.M. prevailing time for Rock Salt (Bulk), Treated Salt / Liquid for Treating Salt, Open End Cooperative Pricing System Bid #2-SOCCP, Contract #CC-0054-20 ; and

WHEREAS, no bids were received for Option B: Item 3, Treat On-Site Stock Pile, and the Supervisor of the Roads and Bridges Division recommend quotes to be obtained; and . WHEREAS, the bids were reviewed by the Roads and Bridges Supervisor and it was determined that the bids as submitted by the following meet all the necessary requirements of the County specifications and therefore have been determined to be the lowest responsible bidders for the primary and secondary items as listed :

Atlantic Salt Inc 134 Middle Street, Suite 210 Lowell, MA 01852 Phone: 978-453-4911 Fax: 978-251-8244 PRIMARY OPTION A: ROCK SALT (BULK) ITEM DESCRIPTION PRICE/TON 1 0 – 20,000 Tons DELIVERED Ref (1.1) $47.90 *Willing to extend pricing to Somerset County and Passaic County ONLY.

Riverside Construction Materials, Inc. 355 Newbold Road Fairless Hills, PA 19030 Phone: 267-566-1802 Fax: 267-907-9105 SECONDARY OPTION A: ROCK SALT (BULK) ITEM DESCRIPTION PRICE/TON 1 0 – 20,000 Tons DELIVERED Ref (1.1) $53.35 *Not Willing to extend pricing to Cooperative Members.

Morton Salt, Inc. 444 West Lake Street, Suite 3000 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 855-665-4540 Fax: 312-896-9208 PRIMARY OPTION B: TREATED SALT / LIQUID FOR TREATING SALT ITEM DESCRIPTION PRICE/TON GRANULAR SODIUM CHLORIDE TREATED WITH LIQUID 1 MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE/LIQUID ORGANIC BASEDUS $69.54 PATENT #4,676,918 (DELIVERED) Ref (2.3) GRANULAR SODIUM CHLORIDE TREATED WITH LIQUID 2 MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE/LIQUID ORGANIC BASEDUS $69.00 PATENT #4,676,918 (PICKED-UP) Ref (2.4) Not Willing to extend pricing to Cooperative Members.

Riverside Construction Materials, Inc. 355 Newbold Road Fairless Hills, PA 19030 Phone: 267-566-1802 Fax: 267-907-9105 SECONDARY OPTION B: TREATED SALT / LIQUID FOR TREATING SALT ITEM DESCRIPTION PRICE/TON GRANULAR SODIUM CHLORIDE TREATED WITH 1 LIQUID MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE/LIQUID ORGANIC $71.35 BASEDUS PATENT #4,676,918 (DELIVERED) Ref (2.3) GRANULAR SODIUM CHLORIDE TREATED WITH 2 LIQUID MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE/LIQUID ORGANIC $71.35 BASEDUS PATENT #4,676,918 (PICKED-UP) Ref (2.4) *Not Willing to extend pricing to Cooperative Members.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the bids as submitted by above named vendors be and are hereby accepted for Rock Salt (Bulk), Treated Salt / Liquid for Treating Salt, Open End Cooperative Pricing System Bid #2-SOCCP Contract #CC-0054-20; and

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1176

AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF THREE (3) 2021 FORD VEHICLES WITH CONTRACTED OPTIONS FOR THE PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE UTILIZING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMISSION OF NEW JERSEY CONTRACT ESCNJ 20/21-09

WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has certified in writing the availability of funds for the purposes set forth in this resolution, such certification on file with the Clerk of the Board, and such funds are provided for in the duly adopted budget of the County of Somerset, line item (01-201-26-011-458-130) $85,771.99 and line item (01-201-26-011-458-420) $43,961.01 for a total not to exceed $129,733.00; and

WHEREAS, Prosecutors Office requires the purchase of three (3) 2021 Ford vehicles with contracted options; and

WHEREAS, Beyer Fleet, dba Beyer of Morristown, 170 Ridgedale Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07962 has been awarded the Educational Services Commission of NJ, Contract #: ESCNJ 20/21-09 Cars, Crossovers, Pickup Trucks, SUV’s and Vans as an authorized dealer for Ford brand vehicles; and

WHEREAS, The Prosecutor recommends the utilization of this Contract on the grounds it represent the best prices available; and

WHEREAS, the total cost for three (3) 2021 Fords with contracted options is $129,733.00 as per quote on file with the Clerk of the Board.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that Beyer Fleet, dba Beyer of Morristown be awarded a contract for three (3) 2021 Ford vehicles not to exceed $129,733.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue a Purchase Order.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1177

AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) 2021 CHEVROLET VEHICLES WITH CONTRACTED OPTIONS FOR THE PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE UTILIZING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMISSION OF NEW JERSEY CONTRACT ESCNJ 20/21-09

WHEREAS, Prosecutors Office requires the purchase of two (2) 2021 Chevrolet vehicles with contracted options; and

WHEREAS, Mall Chevrolet, 75 Haddonfield Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 has been awarded the Educational Services Commission of NJ, Contract #: ESCNJ 20/21-09 Cars, Crossovers, Pickup Trucks, SUV’s and Vans as an authorized dealer for Chevrolet brand vehicles; and

WHEREAS, The Prosecutor recommends the utilization of this Contract on the grounds it represent the best prices available; and

WHEREAS, the total cost for two (2) 2021 Chevrolet vehicles with contracted options is $74,228.01 as per quote on file with the Clerk of the Board.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that Mall Chevrolet be awarded a contract for two (2) 2021 Chevrolet vehicles not to exceed $74,228.01; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue a Purchase Order.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1178

AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR OPEN END, DATA CABLE INSTALLATION & RELATED SERVICES, COOPERATIVE PRICING BID #2 SOCCP CONTRACT #CC-0056-20 FIRST YEAR OF A TWO YEAR CONTRACT

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset Purchasing Department properly advertised on August 20, 2020 seeking bids for Open End, Data Cable Installation & Related Services, Cooperative Pricing Bid #2 SOCCP, Contract #CC-0056-20, on an open-end, Project as Needed contract basis with “Availability of Funds Certificate” to be executed by the Chief Financial Officer at the time each order is placed; and

WHEREAS, three (3) sealed bid responses were received, opened and read in public on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 2:30 P.M. prevailing time for Open End, Data Cable Installation & Related Services, Cooperative Pricing Bid #2 SOCCP, Contract #CC-0056-20; and

WHEREAS, the bids were reviewed by the IT Director and it was determined that the bid as submitted by Jacobs Telecommunications, Inc. is considered non-responsive due to missing the Ownership Disclosure Form and not having a valid Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate and the bid as submitted by Diversitec Wireless, LLC trading as Backhaul Engineering is considered non- responsive due to failing to have a valid Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate as required by the bid specifications; and

WHEREAS, the IT Director determined that the bid as submitted by CTCI, 152 Huron Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013 meets the requirements of the County specifications.

OPEN END, DATA CABLE INSTALLATION & RELATED SERVICES, COOPERATIVE PRICING BID #2 SOCCP CONTRACT #CC-0056-20

Item Item Description Unit Price 1 Labor Rate-Per Hour 1a Labor-Hourly Rate $125.00/Per Hour 1b Labor-Hourly Rate Overtime/Weekend $187.50/Per Hour 2 Cable-Cost Per Foot 2a CAT 6 $1.00/Per Foot 3 Fiber - 62.5/125 Multi Mode-Cost Per Foot 3a 12 Strand $11.00/Per Foot 3b 24 Strand $20.85/Per Foot 4 Wireless 4a Wireless – Installation and Services $125.00/Per Hour Fee Schedule for Materials, Technical and Engineering Labor on file.

5 Security Camera 5a Security Camera – Installation and Services $187.50/Per Hour

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the bid as submitted by CTCI be and is hereby accepted for the items as listed above for the first year of a two year contract; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Director and Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to execute the proper contract and the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue Purchase Orders as necessary per bid proposal and specifications approved as to form by County Counsel.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1179

AUTHORIZE THE UTILIZATION OF NEW JERSEY STATE CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF FURNITURE SYSTEMS FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES, THE MEDICAL DEPARTMENT AND THE INTAKE UNIT OF THE SOMERSET COUNTY JAIL CONTRACT #: 81620

WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has certified in writing the availability of funds for the purposes set forth in this resolution, such certification on file with the Clerk of the Board, and such funds are provided for in the duly adopted budget of the County of Somerset, line items (04-215-165-47-165-590) $53,848.36 and (04-215-190-40-250-590) $2,466.48 for a total of $56,314.84; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Jail requires the purchase of furniture systems for the Administrative Offices, the Medical Department and the Intake Unit from an authorized vendor under the New Jersey State Contract; and

WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is authorized by Local Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12; and

WHEREAS, Business Furniture Inc., 10 Lanidex Plaza W., Parsippany, NJ 07054 has been awarded New Jersey State Contract #: 81620 as an authorized dealer/distributor for Furniture, Office, Lounge and Systems for Herman Miller brand; and

WHEREAS, the Chief of Corrections recommends the utilization of this contract on the grounds that it represents the best price available through the State Contract; and

WHEREAS, the actual total cost for furniture systems for the Administrative Offices, the Medical Department and the Intake Unit is expected not to exceed $56,314.84 as per quote on file.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that Business Furniture Inc. be awarded a contract for the purchase of furniture systems for the Administrative Offices, the Medical Department and the Intake Unit of the County Jail; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue a Purchase Order.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1180

AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 40’ INTERMODAL CONTAINERS FOR THE OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CONTRACT #RFQ-0030-20

WHEREAS, three (3) sealed formal quotes were received, opened and read in public Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 3:30 P.M. prevailing time for 40’ Intermodal Containers for the Office of Emergency Management, Contract: RFQ-0030-20; and

WHEREAS, the formal quotes were reviewed by the Office of Emergency Management and it was determined that the formal quote as submitted by Sea Box Inc., 321 Valley Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844 meets the requirements of the County specifications for:

Cost Per Item Description Quantity Total Unit A 40’ Trip Container 4 $4,749.00 $18,996.00 A – Option Roll off Delivery Per Unit 4 $95.00 $380.00 Total $4,844.00 $19,376.00

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the formal quote as submitted by Sea Box Inc. be and is hereby awarded; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Director and Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to execute the proper contract and the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue Purchase orders as necessary per formal quote proposal and specifications approved as to form by County Counsel.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1181

AUTHORIZE THE UTILIZATION OF STATE CONTRACT 89850 FOR THE PURCHASE OF RAVE SMART 911 SECOND YEAR OF A THREE YEAR CONTRACT

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Public Safety Radio Division requires the purchase of the Rave Smart 911 Software Program from an authorized vendor under the State of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program 1-NJCP; and

WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is authorized by Local Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12; and

WHEREAS, Dell Marketing, LP, One Dell Way – RR1, MS17, Round Rock, TX 78682, has been awarded State Contract No. 89850 as an authorized dealer for Software License & Related Services; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Public Safety Radio recommends the utilization of this contract on the grounds that it represents the best price available through the State Contract; and

WHEREAS, the actual total cost for year two of the purchase of Rave Smart 911 is $29,504.25 with the total for the three years as listed below:

Year 1 $ 33,211.00 Year 2 $ 29,504.25 Year 3 $ 29,504.25 Grand Total $ 92,219.50

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that Dell Marketing, LP be awarded a contract for the purchase of Rave Smart 911; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue a Purchase Order.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1182

AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF FLOORING LOCATED AT THE SOMERSET PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE, UTILIZING THE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION OF NEW JERSEY CONTRACT #: ESCNJ 19/20-05

WHEREAS, The Somerset County Facilities and Services Division requires the purchase of removal and replacement of flooring in the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office; and

WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is authorized by Local Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12; and

WHEREAS, Direct Flooring, 12 Minneakoning Road, Building A, Unit 103, Flemington, NJ 08822 has been awarded the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey, Contract #: ESCNJ 19/20-05 as a vendor for Carpet and Flooring – Purchase, Installation and Related Services; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Facilities and Services recommends the utilization of this contract on the grounds that it represents the best price available; and

WHEREAS, the actual cost for the purchase of removal and replacement of flooring in the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office is expected not to exceed an amount of $5,329.54 as per quote on file with the Clerk of the Board:

Item # Quantity Description Unit Price Total Patcraft Wood Planx includes 1 297 $ 7.57 $ 2,248.29 15% contract discount

2 297 Installation of Luxury Vinyl Tile $ 3.00 $ 891.00

3 32 Pickup of Existing Flooring $ 9.00 $ 288.00

4 32 Disposal of Existing Flooring $ 2.00 $ 64.00

5 285 Priming for Improved Bonding $ 0.75 $ 213.75

6 570 Skim Coat (2 coats) $ 1.35 $ 769.50

7 120 Vinyl 4" Cove Base $ 1.00 $ 120.00

8 120 Install of Vinyl Base $ 2.00 $ 240.00

9 12 Vinyl Reducer $ 3.75 $ 45.00

10 12 Installation of Vinyl Reducer $ 10.00 $ 120.00

11 2 Labor Rate Not Covered Above $ 165.00 $ 330.00

Grand Total: $ 5,329.54

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that Direct Flooring be awarded a contract for the purchase of Removal and Replacement of Flooring in the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue a Purchase Order.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1183

AWARD OF CONTRACT UTILIZING THE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEMS AND BOILERS CONTRACT #: CC-0027-18 FOR THE PURCHASE AND REPLACEMENT OF TWO (2) BARD UNITS FOR SOMERSET COUNTY JOHNSTON RADIO TOWER, 400 JOHNSTON DRIVE, WATCHUNG, NEW JERSEY 07069

WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer of Somerset County has certified in writing the availability of funds for the purposes set forth in this Resolution, such certification on file with the Clerk of the Board, and such funds are provided for in the duly adopted budget of the County of Somerset, line item (04-215-182-40-385-580) $21,948.00; and WHEREAS, the Facilities and Services Division requires the purchase and replacement of two (2) Bard units for Somerset County Johnston Radio Tower, 400 Johnston Drive, Watchung, New Jersey 07069; and WHEREAS, Millennium Mechanical, LLC, P.O. Box 1020, Little Falls, NJ 07424 was awarded a contract for Maintenance and Repair of Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems and Boilers, Contract # CC-0027-18; and WHEREAS, the Director of Facilities and Services recommends the utilization of this Contract on the grounds that it represents the best prices available; and WHEREAS, the total cost for the purchase and replacement of two (2) Bard units is expected not to exceed $21,948.00.

Item # Description Total Cost Two (2) Bard units – 1 M#: W72AC-A10XXXXXJ, $ 14,914.00 Less 20% Contract Discount

2 Materials, Less 20% Contract Discount $ 1,662.00

3 Labor: 68 hours @ $79/hour $ 5,372.00

Grand Total $ 21,948.00

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that Millennium Mechanical, LLC be awarded a contract for the purchase and replacement of two (2) Bard units for Somerset County Johnston Radio Tower, 400 Johnston Drive, Watchung, New Jersey 07069; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Director and Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to execute the proper contract and the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue Purchase Orders as needed per bid proposal and specifications approved as to form by County Counsel.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1184

AUTHORIZE THE UTILIZATION OF MORRIS COUNTY COOPERATIVE PRICING COUNCIL CONTRACT FOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF EMERGENCY GENERATORS CONTRACT: MCCPC #46

WHEREAS, the Facilities and Services Division requires preventative maintenance and repairs of emergency generators; and

WHEREAS, Genserve, LLC, 100 Newton Road, Plainview, NY 11083 is an authorized vendor under the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, Contract: MCCPC # 46, Preventative Maintenance/Repair of Emergency Generators; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Facilities and Services recommends the utilization of this Contract on the grounds it represents the best price available; and

WHEREAS, the services shall be billed based on the rates as outlined in Contract: MCCPC #46.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that Genserve, Inc. be awarded a contract for preventative maintenance and repairs of emergency generators; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue a Purchase Order.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1185

AMENDS CONTRACT CY-COM-0038, APPROVED PER R20-817 ON AUGUST 11, 2020, TO ADD AN ADDITIONAL THREE MONTHS FOR WORK RELATED TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR WORK FIRST NEW JERSEY CUSTOMERS IN HUNTERDON AND SOMERSET COUNTIES THROUGH THE NEEDS BASED WORK SUPPORT GRANT IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $25,392.00 FOR THE NEW CONTRACT PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2020 - DECEMBER 31, 2020 WITH GoHUNTERDON, FLEMINGTON, NJ ($5,904.00) AND RIDEWISE, BRIDGEWATER, NJ ($19,488.00)

WHEREAS, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board put forth R19- 1263 accepted by the Freehold Board on November 26, 2020 accepting Needs Based Work Support Work First New Jersey Funds in an amount not to exceed $75,000.00; and

WHERAS, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board received the PY19 Notice of Award in the amount of $43,126.00 on December 9, 2019; and

WHEREAS, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board at its January 16, 2020 meeting approved an amended budget for the One Stop Career Training Services Center which allowed for contracting as follows:

goHunterdon, Hunterdon County $5,904.00 Ridewise, Somerset County $19,488.00 TOTAL FUNDS $25,392.00

WHEREAS, NJDOL has authorized the use of $25,392.00 of PY19 carry-over funds into PY20; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract has been approved by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development at its September 24, 2020 meeting to be amended from July 1, 2020 – September 30, 2020 to July 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020 as a no-cost extension; and

WHEREAS, the County of Somerset received, opened and read Requests for Proposals for Needs Based Work Support Transportation for Somerset County and Hunterdon County Contract #: CY-COM-0038-18 in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1 et seq. on May 2, 2018 at 12:00 PM; and

WHEREAS, goHunterdon, 146 Route 31 North, Suite 400 Flemington, New Jersey 08822 and Ridewise, 360 Grove Street, Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807 have met the requirements of the County specifications as indicated in the Request for Proposal and was awarded a three year contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Director and the Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset are hereby authorized to award the contract to goHunterdon ($5,904.00) and Ridewise ($19,488.00) in the total amount of $25,392.00 for the period of July 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020 with the option to extend for one additional year.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1186

AMENDS CONTRACTS LWD-WFNJ-PY19 EXT HCDSS AND SCBSS (R20-818) TO ADD AN ADDITIONAL THREE MONTHS FOR EMPLOYABILITY ASSESSMENTS FOR WORK FIRST NEW JERSEY CUSTOMERS WITH HUNTERDON COUNTY DIVISION OF SOCIAL SERVICES FLEMINGTON, NJ ($2,000.00) AND SOMERSET COUNTY BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES, NJ ($21,800.00) FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $23,800.00FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2020 TO DECEMBER 31, 2020

WHEREAS, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board put forth R19-812 accepted by the Freehold Board on July 9, 2019 accepting Work First New Jersey Funds in an amount not to exceed $1,153,173.00; and

WHEREAS, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board at its September 24, 2020 meeting approved an amended budget for the One Stop Career Training Services Center which allowed for contracting as follows:

Hunterdon Division of Social Services $ 2,000.00 Somerset County Board of Social Services $21,800.00 TOTAL FUNDS $23,800.00

WHEREAS, NJDOL has authorized the use of a total of $130,511.00 of PY19 carry-over funds into PY20 of which $23,800.00 is contained in this contract; and

TANF $17,000.00 02-213-19-026-620-280 GA/SNAP $ 4,800.00 02-213-19-020-620-280 SNAP $ 2,000.00 02-213-19-022-620-280 TOTAL $23,800.00

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Director and the Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset are hereby authorized to award the contract to Hunterdon County Division of Social Services ($2,000.00) and Somerset County Board of Social Services ($21,800.00) in the total amount of $23,800.00 for the period of July 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1187

AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF BILLS WITH A GRAND TOTAL OF $11,066,179.20

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset ratifies and authorizes the payment of bills for:

EXPENSE AMOUNT DATE Claims $4,796,881.17 10/14/20-10/23/20 Other Expenses $2,756,639.78 10/14/20-10/23/20 Salaries & Wages $3,512,658.25 10/14/20-10/23/20

Total $11,066,179.20

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to pay expenditures, including capital expenditures and said checks having been reviewed and certified for payment by a majority of the members of the Board.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1188

SOMERSET COUNTY RESOLUTION AMENDING CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A 40A:4-57 prohibits the expending of money or the entering into of any contract for any purpose for which no appropriation is provided or in excess of the amount appropriated for such purposes; and

WHEREAS, the Local Finance Board, on October 20, 1975 adopted a resolution providing for certification in writing to the governing body of the availability or lack thereof for adequate funds for each contract which is pending approval.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Recycling wishes to amend the balance on the following previously certified funds for certain contracts

Vendor Contract Amount Resolution Requisition Account Reduced Accent Wire CC-0053-20 $1,245.66 R20-376 01-201-26- 213142 011-700-580 Bayshore CC-0122-19 $28,061.71 R19-1029 01-203-26- Recycling 204736 011-700-280 Corp. Bayshore RC-XS-0002- $45,084.94 R19-1120 01-203-26- Recycling 19 206077 011-700-201 Corp. Bayshore CC-0122-19 $14,289.25 R20-234 01-201-26- Recycling 211221 011-700-201 Corp. Bob’s CC-0004-18 $2,040.15 R20-277 01-201-26- Uniform 211768 011-700-320 Shop, Inc. Colgate Paper $747.80 01-203-26- 199199 Stock Co. 011-700-280 Flemington CC-0004-18 $1,400.00 R20-055 01-201-26- 209542 Dept. Store 011-700-320 Flemington CC-0004-18 $1,929.75 R20-277 01-201-26- 211759 Dept. Store 011-700-320 Grainger 19-FLEET- $678.18 R20-055 01-201-26- 209551 00566 011-700-580 K-C $2,000.00 01-203-26- International, 205211 011-700-201 LLC K-C RC-XS-0001- $10,431.88 R19-1067 01-203-26- International, 19 205479 011-700-280 LLC Mott CY-XS-0001- $2,500.00 R19-974 01-203-26- MacDonald, 19 203556 011-700-280 Inc. Mott CY-XS-0001- $2,037.99 R19-1276 01-203-26- Macdonald, 19 207451 011-700-280 Inc. Olympic CC-0004-18 $2,000.00 R20-055 01-201-26- Glove & 209575 011-700-320 Safety Specialty CC-0004-18 $4,000.00 R19-714 01-203-26- 206234 Graphics 011-700-320 Specialty CC-0004-18 $4,000.00 R20-055 01-201-26- 209579 Graphics 011-700-320 The Glove & CC-0107-18 $829.80 R20-055 01-201-26- 209546 Safety People 011-700-320 The Glove & CC-0107-18 $136.70 R20-277 01-201-26- 211760 Safety People 011-700-320 Verizon SC82583 $2,000.00 R19-1245 01-203-26- 206642 011-700-760 Xerox SC82703 $1,863.50 R19-1175 01-203-26- 206001 Corporation 011-700-260

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1189

RESOLUTION AMENDING AND CANCELLING CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

WHEREAS, Somerset County wishes to amend and cancel the balance on the following previously certified funds for certain contracts;

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition # Account Cancelled Vacuum CC-0028-18 $2,500.00 R19-1095 205233 03-297-56- Sales 100-451-580 Envirosight, CC-0028-18 $2,500.00 R19-1095 205230 03-297-56- Inc. 100-451-580 Pumping CC-0028-18 $10,000.00 R19-1095 205232 03-297-56- Services Inc. 100-451-580

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1190

RESOLUTION AMENDING AND CANCELLING CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

WHEREAS, Somerset County wishes to amend and cancel the balance on the following previously certified funds for certain contracts;

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition # Account Cancelled Vollers CC-0050-18 $34,020.00 R18-1197 192380 03-297-56- Excavating 100-451-280 TR Weniger CC-0050-18 $18,440.00 R18-1197 192381 03-297-56- 100-451-280 TR Weniger CC-0050-18 $25,302.50 R18-370 182205 03-297-56- 100-451-280 Landscape CC-0112-18 $2,390.50 R19-556 198710 03-297-56- Materials Inc. 100-451-580 Trap Rock CC-0011-19 $4,917.59 R19-779 200730 03-297-56- Industries 100-451-580 Custom Care CC-0021-19 $32,215.00 R19-921 203359 03-297-56- Services 100-451-580 Herc Rentals CC-0028-18 $15,000.0 R19-970 203363 03-297-56- 100-451-580

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1191

RESOLUTION FOR CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR CONFIRMING PURCHASE ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the undersigned Chief Financial Officer of the County of Somerset hereby certifies that he has carefully reviewed the availability of funds and is hereby authorized to pay the following confirming purchase orders:

Vendor Amount Requisition # Account Signal Control Products $18,891.50 220261 03-297-56-100-451-580

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1192

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDER

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # W. Campbell Supply Vehicle $12,950.33 220321 01-201-26-011-457- Company, Inc. Maintenance 250 Sanitation Equipment Vehicle $2,638.78 220322 01-201-26-011-457- Maintenance 342

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION: R20-1193

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # The Coffehouse Nutrition $110.00 219872 01-201-27-012-686- Project, Inc. 280

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1194

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # Occupational Health Human $2,210.00 219826 01-201-20-013-125- Centers of NJ Resources 280

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1195

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # New Brunswick Jazz Cultural & $500.00 219965 02-213-20-695-902- Project Heritage 940 The Jewish Art Cultural & $100.00 220334 02-213-20-695-902- Education Heritage 940 Corporation

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1196

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # Foley, Inc. F&S $9,788.25 220370 01-201-26-011-165- 280 Absolute Protective F&S $3,423.82 220372 01-201-26-011-165- Systems 260 Genserve, LLC F&S $3,600.00 220375 01-201-26-011-165- 280 Professional Climate F&S $3,250.00 220382 01-201-26-011-165- Control 280 Penn Medicine F&S $650.00 216735 01-201-26-011-165- 940

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1197

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # B.M.I.- Big Mike's, F&S $750.00 220564 01-201-26-011-165-550 Inc.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1198

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

WHEREAS, Somerset County is a member of the Somerset County Joint Insurance Fund which contracts with Chubb to administer certain litigation claims and Chubb assigned Gordon & Rees, LLP per their contracted rates.

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # Gordon & Rees, LLP JIF $7,997.40 220542 01-201-20-010-121- 940

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1199

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # Mott MacDonald, Recycling $759.73 220528 01-201-26-011-700- Inc. 280 Colgate Paper Recycling $15,750.42 220537 01-201-26-011-700- Stock, Inc. 201 Bayshore Recycling Recycling $84,093.05 220538 01-201-26-011-700- Corp. 201 Colgate Paper Recycling $13,156.44 220634 01-201-26-011-700- Stock, Inc. 201

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1200

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # Penn Medicine, 616 – $1,175.00 220597 01-201-27-012-616- Plainsboro, NJ Mental 201 Health

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1201

RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL TO PAY CONFIRMING ORDERS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

Vendor Division Amount Requisition Account Name # EMSL HEALTH $646.80 220456 01-201-27-018-699- 940 OUTFRONT MEDIA HEALTH $1,666.68 220587 02-213-19-721-699- LLC 530 PENN MEDICINE HEALTH $700.00 220174 01-201-27-018-699- 940 COMMUNITY HOME HEALTH $392.00 220474 01-201-27-018-699- CARE 201

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1202

RESOLUTION FOR CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the undersigned Chief Financial Officer of the County of Somerset hereby certifies that he has carefully reviewed the availability of funds for:

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition # Account The Glove CC-0107-20 $1,000.00 R20-685 219595 01-201-26- and Safety 011-451-320 People

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1203

RESOLUTION FOR CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the undersigned Chief Financial Officer of the County of Somerset hereby certifies that he has carefully reviewed the availability of funds for:

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition # Account Signal CC-0116-19 $25,000.00 R20-377 220622 03-297-56- Control 100-451-580 Products Orchard CC-0116-19 $25,000.00 R20-377 220623 01-201-26- Holdings 011-451-280 LLC

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1204

RESOLUTION FOR CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the undersigned Chief Financial Officer of the County of Somerset hereby certifies that he has carefully reviewed the availability of funds for:

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition # Account D&B Auto CC-0113-20 $5,000.00 R20-827 220234 457-340 Supply Parts Authority CC-0113-20 $5,000.00 R20-827 220235 457-340 Inc. PDQ Auto CC-0113-20 $5,000.00 R20-827 220237 457-340 Supply Custom Bandag, CC-0016-19 $3,000.00 R20-618 220238 457-346 Inc. Gabrielli CC-0129-19 $5,000.00 R19-1423 220239 457-342 Kenworth of NJ Island Tech 17-FLEET- $3,000.00 220240 457-250 Services, LLC 00739 Cherry Valley SC43022 $20,000.00 220243 457-340 Tractor Sales Montage SC43041 $5,000.00 220244 457-340 Enterprises, Inc.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1205

RESOLUTION FOR CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the undersigned Chief Financial Officer of the County of Somerset hereby certifies that he has carefully reviewed the availability of funds for:

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition Account # Alliance ESCNJ18/19- $5,000.00 R20-966 220387 01-201-26- Commercial Pest 21 011-165-280

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1206

RESOLUTION FOR CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the undersigned Chief Financial Officer of the County of Somerset hereby certifies that he has carefully reviewed the availability of funds for:

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition # Account A.M.E., Inc. CC-0010-20 $6,723.00 R20-832 220109 01-201-26- 011-165-540 Ramas CC-0027-18 $40,000.00 R20-990 220386 01-201-26- Climate, 011-165-290 LLC Ramas CC-0027-18 $10,781.41 R20-990 220395 01-201-26- Climate, 011-165-290 LLC Ramas CC-0027-18 $8,270.43 R20-990 220398 01-201-26- Climate, 011-165-290 LLC Penn CC-0070-19 $300.00 R20-535 220454 01-201-26- Medicine 011-165-940

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1207

RESOLUTION FOR CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the undersigned Chief Financial Officer of the County of Somerset hereby certifies that he has carefully reviewed the availability of funds for:

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition Account # Bridgeway N/A $100,000.00 R20-224 220505 01-201-27- Rehabilitation 012-619-201 Services

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1208

RESOLUTION FOR CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the undersigned Chief Financial Officer of the County of Somerset hereby certifies that he has carefully reviewed the availability of funds for:

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition Account # The Glove and CC-0107-20 $1,074.00 R20-685 218817 02-213-20- Safety People 587-699-530

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MR. GALLAGHER INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1209

RESOLUTION FOR CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the undersigned Chief Financial Officer of the County of Somerset hereby certifies that he has carefully reviewed the availability of funds for:

Vendor Contract # Amount Resolution Requisition # Account Bob Barker JCC-0018-19 $5,000.00 R19-1434 220663 01-201-25- 014-520-585 Cooper JCC-0019-20 $500.00 R20-468 220671 01-201-25- Friedman 014-520-350 Imperial Bag JCC-0019-20 $3,000.00 R20-468 220669 01-201-25- 014-520-350 Pyramid JCC-0019-20 $5,000.00 R20-468 220665 01-201-25- Schools 014-520-350 Spruce JCC-0019-20 1,000.00 R20-468 220666 01-201-25- Industries 014-520-350 United Sales JCC-0019-20 $3,000.00 R20-468 220667 01-201-25- 014-520-350 WB Mason JCC-0019-20 $3,000.00 R20-468 220668 01-201-25- 014-520-350 Allen Paper JCC-0019-20 $1,000.00 R20-468 220672 01-201-25- and Supply 014-520-350

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. LEVINE, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1210

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SOMERSET COUNTY TO ENTER INTO A RIGHT OF ENTRY AGREEMENT WITH SOMERSET AIR SERVICES, INC. FOR BLOCK 61 LOT 7

WHEREAS, Somerset County is the owner of real property located in Bedminster Township, being located on Airport Road, as shown on the Township’s tax map as Block 61 Lot 7 in Bedminster Township (“Property”); and

WHEREAS, Somerset Air Services, Inc. (“SAS”) is proposing to construct a new driveway and abandon and restore the area of the existing gravel driveway within the Property that provides access to three privately owned residential out-parcels within the property from Airport Road (“Work”); and

WHEREAS, the purpose of the proposed driveway relocation is to mitigate obstructions to the main runway of Somerset Airport, enhance air safety and conform to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) standards.; and

WHEREAS, the Property is County-owned open space and therefore subject to Green Acres restrictions; and

WHEREAS, the Work will require access onto the Property in order to perform the Work; and

WHEREAS, SAS requests the right of immediate entry upon and across the Property for the purpose of constructing a new driveway and abandoning and restoring the area of the existing gravel driveway.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Freeholder Director and County Administrator are hereby authorized to execute a Right of Entry Agreement in a form that is acceptable to County Counsel.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1211

AUTHORIZING CONTRACT PER BID WAIVER FROM THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL PER N.J.S.A 40A:l 1-5(l)(g) FOR CONFIDENTIAL INVESTIGATIONS

WHEREAS, a bid waiver under the provisions of N.J.S.A 40A:l l- 5(l)(g) was granted by the Office of the Attorney General, State of New Jersey for equipment to be used in confidential investigations; and

WHEREAS, the cost is not to exceed $32,080.00.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset that a contract be awarded per the approved bid waiver not to exceed $32,080; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the Board are hereby authorized to execute the proper contracts and the Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to issue Purchase Orders as needed per bid proposals and specifications approved as to form and content by County Counsel.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1212

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ASSIGNMENT OF CONTRACTS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

WHEREAS, The County of Somerset entered into various Professional Services Contracts authorized by Resolutions with Keller & Kirkpatrick, Inc for Engineering Design Services for the Design for Reconstruction of Amwell Road, Franklin Twp, (R12-709 & R19-776), Bridge E0203 Orchard Road Design (R16-301), Bridge F1105 Liberty Corner Road Design (R18-135), 2020 Resurfacing Design (R-19-208), Bridge E1002 Meadow Road Design (R20-086) and Hillcrest Road Design (R20-412); and

WHEREAS, it has been proposed that the County execute a Novation Agreement between Keller & Kirkpatrick, Inc and Greenman Pederson Inc., a copy of which is on file with the Clerk of the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders, which would permit the assignment of the contracts between the County and Greenman Pederson Inc..

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset does hereby authorize the Director and the Clerk of the Board to execute a Novation Agreement with Keller & Kirkpatrick, Inc and Greenman Pederson Inc., which Agreement shall be subject to the approval of County Counsel.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1213

RESOLUTION APPOINTING KELLY MAGER AS THE CLERK OF THE BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:9-26 AND CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR SOMERSET COUNTY PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 ET SEQ.

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:9-26 et seq. requires the Board of Chosen Freeholders to appoint a Clerk of the Board for a three year term; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq. requires the Board of Chosen Freeholders to designate a Custodian of records for the County under the Open Public Records Act; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders desires to appoint Kelly Mager as the Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders desires to designate Kelly Mager as the County’s Custodian of Records.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders does hereby:

Section 1. Appoint Kelly Mager to serve as Clerk of the Board of the Chosen Freeholders for a term of three years commencing on November 1, 2020 at compensation to be determined from time to time by the Board of Chosen Freeholders.

Section 2. Designate Kelly Mager as the Custodian of records for the County pursuant to N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq. at a compensation to be determined from time to time by the Board of Chosen Freeholders.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1214

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, DIVISION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES FOR THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT EMERGENCY FUND (CRF) GRANT

WHEREAS, as the public health emergency associated with the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the most significant negative financial impacts faced by county and municipal governments throughout New Jersey result from extreme economic contraction, deficits in tax and fee revenues, and extraordinary increases in public safety and health and human services expenditures; and

WHEREAS, severe fiscal stress limits the ability of counties and municipalities to maintain essential services and take the steps necessary to fight COVID-19; and

WHEREAS, without substantial federal assistance, residential taxpayers would absorb the primary impact of meeting these extraordinary needs and closing any associated operating deficits; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Community Affairs (“DCA”), through the Division of Local Government Services (“DLGS” or “Division”), has been deemed the lead agency for the distribution of the Local Government Emergency Fund (the “LGEF” or “Program”), provided through an allocation of the State of New Jersey’s CARES Act Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF Funds); and

WHEREAS, counties and municipalities excluded from the federal government’s direct CRF allocation plan, as well as those counties and municipalities that are currently the most impacted by COVID-19 in comparison to their available resources, are eligible for LGEF funds pursuant to a maximum distribution determined by formula; and

WHEREAS, a total of $60 million is currently being made available under the Program, with a potential $60 million more to be allocated; and

WHEREAS, LGEF Grants exist to support costs incurred as part of a local unit’s response to COVID-19.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset will apply for a LGEF Grant in the amount of $ 1,702,214.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset are authorized to execute any additional documents as necessary to receive said funds.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

ORD20-1215

ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE INSERTION OF A SPECIAL EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION FOR COVID19

WHEREAS, it has been found necessary to make an Emergency Appropriation to meet certain extraordinary expenses incurred, or to be incurred, due to the COVID-19 pandemic response and virus mitigation efforts in the County of Somerset: and

WHEREAS, new subsection 1: NJS40A:4-53 provides that it shall be lawful to make such appropriation, which appropriation and/or the “special emergency notes” issued to finance the same shall be provided for in succeeding annual budgets by the inclusion of an appropriation of at least one-fifth or one-third of the amount authorized pursuant to this act.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, (by not less than two-thirds of all governing body members affirmatively concurring) that in accordance with the provisions of NJS 40A:4-55:

1. An emergency appropriation is hereby made for COVID19 in the total amount of $1,700,000. 2. That the emergency appropriation shall be provided for in the budgets of the next succeeding years by the inclusion of not less than $340,000. (one-fifth of the total amount). 3. That the statement required by the Local Finance Board has been filed with the Clerk and a copy will be transmitted to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services 4. That two (2) certified copies of this resolution will be filed with the Director of the Division of Local Government Services; however, no approval is required from the Division.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1216

RESOLUTION APPOINTING ZENON CHRISTODOULOU AS A TRUSTEE TO BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE RARITAN VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 18A:64A ET SEQ.

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:64A-8 establishes a Board of Trustees for County colleges; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:64A-9 sets forth the qualifications and terms of office for members of boards; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders has received applications for the position of Trustee for Raritan Valley Community College; and

WHEREAS, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders desire to appoint Zenon Christodoulou as a member of the Board of Trustees of Raritan Valley Community College.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders does hereby: appoint Zenon Christodoulou to serve as a Trustee of the Board of Trustees for Raritan Valley Community College for a term of four years commencing on November 1, 2020.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1217

AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY FY 2022 SUB-REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION (STP) WORK PROGRAM AND THE FY 2022 SUB-REGIONAL SUPPORT WORK PROGRAM WHEREAS, Section 134 of 23 U.S.C. and Section 8 of 40 U.S.C. 1601 et. seq state that federal policy is to encourage and promote the development of transportation systems to serve states and localities efficiently and effectively, and administer Federal-aid systems programs as approved by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation and Section 104 (f) of 23 U.S.C. mandates that the states administer Federal- aid systems programs as approved by the Secretary of Transportation; and

WHEREAS, In accordance with the foregoing, the State of New Jersey has established an arrangement with the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA), the metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for northern New Jersey, to review and concur upon transportation planning conducted by defined subregions: and

WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey, has designated Somerset County as a subregion for the purpose of undertaking the Subregional Transportation Planning (STP) work program and the Subregional Support Work program; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Commissioner of Transportation has determined that is in the best interest of the State of New Jersey to provide transportation funding to qualified subregions; and

WHEREAS, in the case of Somerset County as a qualified subregion, the STP program costs in question for the aforesaid shall not exceed $128,682.50 consisting of $102,946.00 in Federal Highway Administration and $25,736.50 to be provided by Somerset County in the form of in-kind services; and

WHEREAS, in the case of Somerset County as a qualified subregion, the subregional support program costs in question for the aforesaid shall not exceed $15,000 consisting of $15,000 in Federal Highway Administration and zero matching funding to be provided by Somerset County; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the foregoing, Somerset County has determined that it would be in the public interest to be involved in the aforesaid programs.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that pursuant to the foregoing the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset does hereby authorize the development and submission of the FY 2022 Sub-regional Transportation Planning Work Program and the FY 2022 Sub-regional Support Work Program; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Freeholder Director and the Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders are hereby authorized to accept and expend funds consistent with the information previously set forth herein by executing a contract with the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority for the purpose of undertaking the FY 2022 Sub-regional Transportation Planning Work Program and the FY 2022 Sub-regional support work program as described above; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this resolution will be forwarded to the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority and the Somerset County Planning Board.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION:

R20-1218

SOMERSET COUNTY RESOLUTION AMENDING CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR PREVIOUSLY AWARDED CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 52:27-BB-10 authorizes the Local Finance Board to adopt rules for local financial administration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Cultural & Heritage Commission wishes to amend the balance on the following previously certified funds for certain contracts:

Vendor Contract Amount Amount Resolution Requisition Account Reduced Increased Somerset County CHC- $4,000.00 19-1155 209974 02-213-20-415- Park RFA- and 20- 902-280 Commission 001-20 110

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

MS. MARANO INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AND MOVED ITS ADOPTION: PH20-1219

RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORD20-1215 TITLED “ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE INSERTION OF A SPECIAL EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION FOR COVID-19 FOR TUESDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2020 AT 6:00 PM

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. in the Freeholders meeting Room, 20 Grove Street, Somerville NJ for ORD20-1215 titled “Ordinance Authorizing the Insertion of a Special Emergency Appropriation for Covid-19”.

THE MOTION, DULY SECONDED BY MR. GALLAGHER, WAS ON ROLL CALL ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

YEAS: MARANO, GALLAGHER, LEVINE, SOOY, ROBINSON NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE

PUBLIC PORTION

At this time Director Robinson opened the meeting to the public and asked if there was anyone present who wished to be heard.

There being no one present who wished to be heard, Director declared the public portion closed.

At this time Director Robinson announced the Board would retire to executive session to address the matters listed.

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Director Robinson Moved the following Resolution:

RESOLUTION CLOSING PORTION OF MEETING

BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Somerset, that under the provision of the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, PL 1975:

1. This Board will go into Closed Session at this meeting for the purposes of discussing matters within the provisions of C10:4-12

7(4) Collective Bargaining • CARES Act Funding Challenges

X 7(5) Purchase, Lease, Acquisition of Land • Third Amendment to Second Amended and Restated Patriots Stadium Lease

7(7) Potential/Pending Litigation, Contract Negotiations

• Community Police Alliance Coordinator discussion presenting Stahl & Frost

X 7(8) Personnel Matters

• Possible Juneteenth Holiday 2021 and beyond • Vacancy List and Personnel Letter

2. Under the provisions of the above referenced law, the public may be excluded from Attendance at the portion of the meeting relating to aforementioned matters.

3. Items discussed will be disclosed as soon as possible.

The Motion, duly seconded by Mr. Gallagher passed by the following vote:

AYES: Marano, Gallagher, Levine, Sooy, Robinson NAYS: None ABSENT: None

There being no further business, upon motion made and duly seconded the Board adjourned to Executive Session.

Andrea Clegg Confidential Aide II