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CAUCUS MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007 9:30 A.M.

Members Present: Present were Mayor William Henfey, President of Council Patrick Rosenello, Councilpersons Robert McCullion, Edwin Koehler, Joseph Duncan, Kellyann Tolomeo and Robert Maschio. Councilman Walter Larcombe was absent due to his work schedule. Also present were City Administrator Raymond Townsend and Solicitor William Kaufmann.

COUNCIL PRESIDENT ROSENELLO stated that two changes in the agenda would occur in the meeting this morning, with Communication #11(Orange Shark t/a Shady O’s) being pulled because the license is inactive and would need a place-to- place transfer before the licensed premises could be extended. Also Communication #5 (2nd Street Annie’s extension) has been pulled by the applicant but may be re-filed later.

ADMINISTRATOR TOWNSEND announced the order of Ordinances and Resolutions have been switched because adoption of Ordinance #1522 must precede one of the resolutions.

COUNCIL PRESIDENT ROSENELLO stated that Resolution #3 deals with the recent recommendation of the Planning Board regarding Block 291 – Seaport Pier Area. PLANNER STUART WISER gave a review of where the City is currently with the Redevelopment area. Wiser stated the area on the east side of the Boardwalk has been declared an area in need of redevelopment. The City is expanding that area to the west side and a report has been prepared. Our Planning Board held a hearing noting four of eight criteria are present (only one is needed). Planning Board has adopted a resolution #PB-04-2007 accepting the findings of preliminary investigation that the Block 291 Study Area qualifies as a “Area in Needs of Redevelopment.” Wiser stated that the current resolution before Council (#3) allows Council to make the declaration directing that a redevelopment plan be adopted, and that this plan could now include and combine the west side of the Boardwalk. Rosenello questioned the procedure for the west side noting a developer has already been named. Attorney Beckelman stated that step can be skipped and will not be required. Rosenello noted this process is much more condensed for the west side. Planner Wiser replied that the City can name the redeveloper in the redevelopment plan and bypass a re-bidding process if Council so chooses. Attorney Beckelman stated this does not obligate the City to a specific developer as that is not locked in. Councilman Duncan asked are we excluding new people in this process and would other developers be able to bid on the project anyway? Wiser replied that the City already has an agreement with WB Resorts dealing with the east side of the Boardwalk and since the proposed projects are connected it would be awkward to have another developer enter the project. If the agreement falls through with WB Resorts then the City could open the bidding for the west side project. Rosenello added that a new process could begin in which an agreement could be reached with a developer for both the east and west sides of the Boardwalk but only if the deal with WB Resorts were to fall apart. Duncan stated that the east and west side properties involved are different because the east side is public property but the west side is privately owned. Duncan asked if the deal for the west side falls through would the current property owners there be able to go through normal channels and zoning laws to develop the property as they see fit. Wiser said that the owners could develop the property according to current zoning law only if the Council were to rescind the redevelopment agreement. Beckelman added that Council maintains control of the project.

On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, that caucus now be adjourned until the regular meeting begins at 10:00 AM. Carried. 9:50 AM

REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007 10:00 A.M.

A regular meeting of the North Wildwood City Council was held on the evening of the above date in the City Hall. The President of Council stated that “The meeting is now REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007 open. Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by posting a copy of the notice of the time and place of this meeting on the City Clerk’s bulletin board and by mailing a copy of the same to The Herald, The Press and Wildwood Leader on January 3, 2007.”

ROLL CALL: Present were Mayor William Henfey, President of Council Patrick Rosenello, Councilpersons Robert McCullion, Edwin Koehler, Joseph Duncan, Robert Maschio and Kellyann Tolomeo. Councilman Walter Larcombe was absent due to his work schedule. Also present were City Administrator Raymond Townsend, Solicitor William Kaufmann and Engineer Ralph Petrella.

COUNCIL PRESIDENT ROSENELLO announced that the meeting would deviate from the set agenda for two proclamations, which the Mayor will now be presenting.

MAYOR HENFEY stated that the City has character and great youth thanks to parents, schools, government, etc., and noting one example of our fine youth is resident Jennifer Flounders. Flounders has recently graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Henfey read a list of Jennifer’s accomplishments with Rosenello reading the proclamation with pictures taken with Council Members.

MAYOR HENFEY then announced that resident Charles Johnson is retiring after three decades in law enforcement, including time with the Wildwood Police Department, New Jersey Marine Police and as a New Jersey State Trooper. Rosenello then read the proclamation with pictures taken with Council Members.

MINUTES: On a motion by Koehler, seconded by McCullion, that the minutes of the regular meeting of August 7, 2007 be approved as read. Carried.

COMMUNICATIONS:

CITY CLERK’S OFFICE RE: GovDeals.com Online Auction Aug. 15-30, 2007

Council President Rosenello noted the City’s on going auction of 13 items. Scott Jett, of the City Clerk’s Office, noted this auction went on line on Wednesday, August 15th, 2007 at 9:00 AM and already has many bids for our 13 items. This auction can be reviewed at www.northwildwood.com and then hitting “On Line Auction – GovDeals.”

JOHNNY LEHMAN RE: Resignation, Public Works Dept. Effective August 22, 2007

On a motion by Koehler, seconded by McCullion, the above resignation be accepted with regret and filed. Carried.

CAPE MAY COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS RE: September 11th Memorial Ceremony Tuesday, 9/11/07 County Admin. Building

On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Maschio, the above correspondence be received and filed. Carried.

LATE NIGHT, INC. t/a JP PRIME RE: Petition To Extend Licensed Premises Irish Festival - 9/21-23, 2007

On a motion by Maschio, seconded by Duncan, that the above application be approved and filed with the State. Carried.

REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007

FLIP FLOPZ, LLC t/a FLIP FLOPZ RE: Petition To Extend Licensed Premises Irish Festival - 9/21-23, 2007

VAN-GELAS, INC t/a ECHOS RE: Petition To Extend Licensed Premises Irish Festival - 9/21-23, 2007

VAST, INC t/a ANGLESEA PUB RE: Petition To Extend Licensed Premises Irish Festival - 9/21-23. 2007

WESTY’S IRISH PUB RE: Petition To Extend Licensed Premises Irish Festival - 9/21-23, 2007

BOYZ CLUB, INC t/a KEENAN’S IRISH PUB RE: Petition To Extend Licensed Premises Irish Festival - 9/21-23, 2007

GREATER WILDWOOD ELK’S LODGE #1896 RE: Application--Special Permit For Social Affair Irish Festival - 9/21-23, 2007

ANGLESEA VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY #1 RE: Application--Special Permit For Social Affair Irish Festival - 9/21-23, 2007

NORTH WILDWOOD VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY #1 RE: Application--Special Permit For Social Affair Irish Festival - 9/21-23, 2007

MAYOR’S COMMUNICATIONS:

Mayor Henfey announced the North Wildwood Beach Patrol has been certified in Open Water Ocean Rescue. Henfey extended congratulations to Beach Patrol Chief Tony REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007

Cavalier. Henfey also announced Police Captain Robert Caruso and Matthew Gallagher have recently graduated from Certified Public Manager Course. Congratulations were also extended to each of them.

REPORTS: CITY CLERK’S REPORT FOR JULY 2007: Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer…………………………. $62,871.88 POLICE DEPARTMENT’S REPORT FOR JULY 2007: Total monies turned over to the City Clerk’s Office……………… ……. $ 139.25 Total Incidents Handled by the Department for the Month…………….. 4,950 FIRE DEPARMENT’S REPORT FOR JULY 2007: Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 453.89 Total Incidents Handled by the Department for the Month……………… 310

FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU REPORT FOR JULY 2007: Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 28,269.00 Total Inspections for Month……………………………………………. 266 REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS REPORT FOR JULY 2007: Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 807.00 Totals in NW for Month: Deaths -2- Marriages -1- Births -0-

TAX COLLECTOR’S REPORT FOR JUNE 2007: Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 424,601.00

SEWER COLLECTIONS REPORT FOR JUNE 2007: Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 281.533.63

TAX COLLECTOR’S REPORT FOR JULY 2007: Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 1,534,962.57

SEWER COLLECTIONS REPORT FOR JULY 2007: Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 210.952.08

ANIMAL SHELTER REPORT FOR JULY 2007: Adoptions: -0- Reclaims: -1-

On a motion by McCullion, seconded by Koehler, that the above reports be received and filed as presented. Carried.

APPOINTMENTS: Police Department: Daniel J. McDonald Seasonal/Dispatcher 8/7/07

On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Maschio, the above appointment be confirmed. Carried.

ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 1522 - On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Duncan, that Ordinance No. 1522 be placed on its second reading. Carried. The Clerk read Ordinance No. 1522 by its title, as required by Law, known as “A Bond Ordinance Providing For Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project (Phase I) In And By The City Of North Wildwood, In The County Of Cape May, New Jersey, Appropriating $5,200,000 therefor And Authorizing The Issuance Of $5,200,000 Bonds Or Notes of The City To Finance Part Of The Cost There.” This Ordinance has been published according to Law, posted on the City Clerk’s bulletin board with copies available in the City Clerk’s Office on request. REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007

The President of Council stated this was the time and place to hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1522 and asked if anyone present had any objections to the passage of this Ordinance. Administrator Townsend gave an overview of this Ordinance explaining that this ordinance is the result of the loan/grant that the City received from the USDA. A 40-year loan is involved which has Local Finance Board approval and is part of the City’s street restoration program. Jim Koch, 1301 Surf Avenue, asked Townsend to explain again with Townsend noting this money is for infrastructure. The President of Council then asked the Clerk if she had received any objections in writing, the Clerk stated none, the President of Council declared the hearing closed.

On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Duncan, that Ordinance No. 1522 be passed on its second reading and published according to Law, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared Ordinance No. 1522 duly adopted.

ORDINANCE NO. 1523 - On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, that Ordinance No. 1523 be placed on its second reading. Carried.

The Clerk read Ordinance No. 1523 by its title, as required by Law, known as “An Ordinance Authorizing Special Emergency Appropriations” The Clerk announced it has been published according to Law, posted on the City Clerk’s bulletin board with copies available in the City Clerk’s Office on request.

The President of Council stated this was the time and place to hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1523 and asked if anyone present had any objections to the passage of this Ordinance. Administrator Townsend gave an overview of the Ordinance explaining that this ordinance allows the City to carry out the Master Plan review and pay for same over a five-year period for $120,000.00. The President of Council then asked the Clerk if she had received any objections in writing, the Clerk stated none, the President of Council declared the hearing closed.

On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, that Ordinance No. 1523 be passed on its second reading and published according to Law, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared Ordinance No. 1523 duly adopted.

ORDINANCE NO. 1524 - On a motion by McCullion, seconded by Maschio, that Ordinance No. 1524 be placed on its first reading. Carried.

The Clerk read Ordinance No. 1524 by its title, known as “An Ordinance Amending Those Portions Of Ordinances That Have Been Codified In Chapter 240, Fire Prevention, Of The Code Of The City Of North Wildwood.”

On a motion by McCullion, seconded by Duncan, that Ordinance No. 1524 be passed on its first reading and published according to Law, the Clerk called the roll, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared Ordinance No. 1524 passed on its first reading.

RESOLUTIONS:

#184-07 RE: Refund For Overpayment Of Real Estate Taxes

The above resolution was offered by Maschio, seconded by Duncan, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.

#185-07 RE: Approving Change Order #1 – Final & Engineer’s Estimate #2 – Final Reconstruction Of 11th Avenue Bulkhead REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007

The above resolution was offered by McCullion, seconded by Koehler, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.

#186-07 RE: Accepting The Recommendations Of The Planning Board And Designating The Block 291 Study Area As An Area In Need Of Redevelopment Pursuant To The Local Redevelopment And Housing Law And Directing The Preparation Of A Redevelopment Plan For The Block 291 Study Area The above resolution was offered by Koehler, seconded by Maschio, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative except Duncan voting nay, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.

#187-07 RE: Approving A Special Emergency Appropriation As Authorized By Ordinance #1523 And Providing For The Financing Of Same

The above resolution was offered by Maschio, seconded by Duncan, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.

FINANCE/VOUCHER LIST:

On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Maschio, authorizing payment of all approved vouchers. Carried. As per Resolution #09-07, all bills listed below be paid and warrants drawn by the proper officers for the stated amounts.

Ralph Jenner 18959 76.92 City of NW-Salary Account 18960 429,628.15 Look It’s Hook 18961 564.42 Munidex Inc. 18962 15,000.00 Vincent J. Trombetta 18963 227.50 Golf Cars Unlimited LLC 18964 240.00 ABS Signs 18965 450.00 A & M Products 18966 348.50 Atlantic Time Systems 18967 235.85 AT & T 18968 22.57 A Switch In Art 18969 127.34 AT & T 18970 270.10 Thomas Amenhauser 18971 55.00 ATX Telecommunications Ser. 18972 3,173.76 AT & T 18973 0.30 Bob’s Auto Body 18974 2,275.99 Bradshaw & Sons 18975 958.95 Billows Electric Supply 18976 1,576.79 Frank Basile 18977 65.00 Crystal Springs 18978 743.22 Phillip Battaglia 18979 750.00 Joseph M. Bimbo 18980 300.00 Court House Office Supplies 18981 439.80 H B Christman & Son 18982 272.25 Caprioni Portable Toilets 18983 5,542.00 Frank Cervino 18984 27.50 Cape Counseling Services 18985 1,281.25 CASA Payroll Services 18986 387.85 Cafiero And Balliette 18987 4,227.89 REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007

VOID 18988 VOID Rose Anne Chestnut 18989 11.39 CCC Heavy Duty Truck 18990 555.54 Currents 18991 42.84 Brian Cuniff 18992 92.50 Comcast 18993 490.00 Comcast 18994 95.28 Carolyn Collier 18995 75.00 Atlantic City Electric 18996 43,489.53 Comcast 18997 60.18 Caliwind Group (USA) Inc. 18998 534.60 Creative Entertainment 18999 3,000.00 Colonial Electric Supply 19000 52.20 CMC Securtiy & Lock 19001 2,600.00 Claude’s Restaurant 19002 567.07 William Culp 19003 250.00 Deltronics Corp. 19004 2,889.00 Linda Davenport 19005 750.00 Discount Hydraulics Corp. 19006 104.06 Thomas De Felice 19007 97.50 Dee’s Canvas Shop 19008 35.00 De Lage Landen Financial Serv 19009 377.54 DiNardo Copy & Printing Svc. 19010 255.00 Executive Business Products 19011 780.76 Edmunds & Associates 19012 297.50 ECC Training Center 19013 340.00 Frederick’s Canvas Products 19014 645.00 Marguerite Fuscia 19015 50.00 Friends of Hereford Lighthouse 19016 285.00 John T. Fair Jr. 19017 27.50 Jennifer Fetsick 19018 300.00 Gall’s Inc. 19019 35.85 General Code Publishers Corp. 19020 1,086.85 Gentilini Ford, Inc. 19021 221.23 Grove Supply, Inc. 19022 8.34 General Highway Products 19023 994.00 G.F.O. A. of New Jersey 19024 415.00 Galls 19025 194.00 Jonathon L. Greene 19026 300.00 David Gray 19027 150.00 Janet Harkins 19028 100.00 Cape May County Herald 19029 530.10 Home Depot Credit Services 19030 865.28 Harley Shop of Wildwood 19031 2,062.32 Hereford Inlet Lighthouse 19032 198.85 William Henfey 19033 139.11 Lighthouse Marketing LTD 19034 431.54 Island Weed Control 19035 4,705.00 Jet-Vac, Inc. 19036 234.08 Johnstone Supply 19037 94.85 Jonach Electronics, Inc. 19038 486.27 Kindle Ford 19039 434.17 K.O. Sports 19040 3,466.00 VOID 19041 VOID Lawmen Supply Co. of N.J. 19042 7,821.86 Leader Printers 19043 1,601.06 Lomax Morey Consulting, LLC 19044 1,234.41 Joe Landy 19045 797.75 Howard Leconey 19046 102.50 Michelle Mettler 19047 150.00 Myers Tire Supply Company 19048 100.42 REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007

Masterman’s 19049 83.75 MC Master-Carr Supply Co. 19050 243.70 Office of Nathan Van Embden 19051 840.00 James Mulholland 19052 300.00 Margie Moore 19053 30.00 Thomas McCormick 19054 369.60 Northeast Ind. & Marine Equip. 19055 20.74 City of North Wildwood 19056 214.50 North Wildwood Board of Education 19057 530,564.50 Nextel Communications 19058 2,696.03 New Jersey Audubon Society 19059 39.00 John O’Brien 19060 500.00 Office Depot 19061 1,210.64 The Press 19062 137.16 Paramount Sanitary Chemical Co. 19063 3,251.62 Pier “47” Marina 19064 75.00 P & J Gas Service 19065 161.00 Pedroni Fuel Company 19066 11,964.92 Pole Tavern Equipment 19067 1,205.00 William Piotrowski, Jr. 19068 27.50 Patti’s Party World 19069 42.30 Paramount Air Service 19070 3,500.00 Polar Bear Mechanical Service 19071 145.00 Pageboy Communications 19072 540.00 Joseph Quattrone 19073 2,500.00 R & R Radar, Inc. 19074 334.25 Rutgers University 19075 384.00 Resort Graphics 19076 48.91 Rental Country, Inc. 19077 74.80 Rawden’s Office Service LLC 19078 12.00 Remington, Vernick & Walberg 19079 15,007.61 Shireen Rawson 19080 25.00 Seashore Supply of Wildwood 19081 633.56 Staples (Public Works) 19082 267.22 Sea Isle Ice Co., Inc. 19083 984.50 Sandpiper Monogramming, Inc. 19084 780.50 South Jersey Auto Supply 19085 711.53 Rocco Sansone 19086 325.00 Chief Robert Matteucci 19087 261.82 Sealake Productions 19088 198.00 Kimberly Stocks 19089 82.50 South Jersey Bobcat 19090 10,818.22 Shades N’ Things 19091 1,321.87 South Jersey Agricultural 19092 1,600.00 Ashley Sorantino 19093 75.00 Trius of New Jersey 19094 1,328.61 Vincent J. Trombetta 19095 265.00 Thyssen Krupp Elevator Co. 19096 254.81 Tri-City Products 19097 96.73 Toshiba America Info. Systems 19098 320.00 Universal Souvenir Company 19099 524.44 Van Note-Harvey Associates 19100 33,545.55 Vineland Auto Electric, Inc. 19101 24.00 Verizon 19102 70.07 Vector Security 19103 122.00 Theresa Viall 19104 57.27 West Group 19105 241.00 Wistar Equipment, Inc. 19106 4,575.00 Walters Marine Construction 19107 9,118.00 Ilka Werner 19108 150.00 Wildwood’s Baby Parade 19109 500.00 REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 21, 2007 U.S.L.S.S.H.A. 19110 35.00 VOID 19111 VOID

COUNCIL: COUNCILMAN DUNCAN asked that Council introduce a resolution to ban rain for the remainder of the summer and hopes everyone enjoys the rest of the summer. MAYOR HENFEY encouraged Council members to look over the Recreation Center report to see how many people use our facilities each month. Henfey also stated Labor Day is coming soon and the City has many services for residents and visitors and to call if any are needed. Henfey announced the last concerts for the summer will be taking place over the next 2 weeks with Philly Cuz performing at the last concert on September 1st. Henfey asked Recreation Superintendent Buddy Tarbotton to speak about the triathlon coming up with Tarbotton explaining the triathlon consists of swimming, biking and running race. The bike route will be shrunk this year to include four laps on Central Avenue so as to only hold up traffic in a limited portion of the City. Tarbotton said that proceeds from this event benefit the United Way and other charities. PUBLIC: JIM KOCH, 1301 Surf Avenue, asked that the water fountains in City Hall be fixed or taken out because the water does not shoot out more than half an inch. Koch asked about Councilman Larcombe’s absence and wondered how many meetings can a member miss without any action being taken to replace him. Koch said that it is not fair to taxpayers and constituents. Solicitor Kaufmann replied that if a member is inactive in affairs for the government for 60 days then Council may take action. Mayor Henfey stated he has talked to Larcombe specifically about Fire Department issues during this time period. Rosenello stated that Larcombe had expressed concern when Council voted to change meeting times for a morning meeting and did vote against the change. Rosenello stated he does not feel it is totally Larcombe’s fault. Koch asked if anyone had looked into his idea of multi-level parking at 1 st and Olde New Jersey Avenues. Mayor Henfey said that he has spoken to people about it and that the cost would be between $30,000 and $40,000 per parking space, making it cost-prohibitive to the City. Koch asked if the City will be able to fight fires in high-rise buildings such as the one proposed for the Seaport Pier Redevelopment Area. Fire Official Lewis Ostrander stated that the City has highly trained firefighters. Koch asked how can people in the upper floors escape with Ostrander replying that fire suppression equipment, fire-rated materials and highly trained firefighters make high-rise buildings very safe places to be. EVERETT McCORKELL, 410 E. 13th Avenue, suggested that parking meters be wrapped immediately when they stop being used on September 10th so that people do not continue to put money in them. WARREN ALLEN, 600 Virginia Avenue, asked why Resolution #1 contained such a large amount of money as it seemed to be based on an assessment of more than $2,000,000. Administrator Townsend indicated that this was the result of a tax appeal and involved Superfresh, a large commercial property. ADJOURNMENT: On a motion by Duncan, seconded by McCullion, that there being no further business before Council, we do now adjourn. Carried. 10:45 A.M. APPROVED: ______William J. Henfey - Mayor ATTEST: ______Janet H. Harkins - City Clerk This is a generalization of the meeting of August 21, 2007 and not a verbatim transcript.