Mrs. Heck Called the Roll s2

The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hackensack was held at City Hall, 65 Central Avenue, Hackensack, New Jersey, on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at 7:10 p.m.

Mayor Meneses called the meeting to order and City Clerk, Debra Heck, stated: “In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, Laws of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting was provided by sending a notice to The Record and the County Seat and by posting a copy on the Bulletin Board in City Hall.”

Mrs. Heck called the roll:

Present – Mayor Jorge E. Meneses, Deputy Mayor Michael R. Melfi, Councilman John P. Labrosse, Councilman Marlin G. Townes, City Attorney Joseph C. Zisa and City Manager Stephen Lo Iacono.

Councilwoman Karen K. Sasso was absent.

Mayor Meneses asked everyone to stand for the flag salute.

A motion was made by Councilman Townes and seconded by Councilman Labrosse to approve the minutes of the July 18, 2011 and July 19, 2011 meetings.

City Manager’s Report –

Mr. Lo Iacono advised that the final summer concert had been rained out last week and that same has been rescheduled for next Tuesday night at the Green. He said that it had been a very successful summer concert series this year and that attendance was good.

With reference to Second Ward Park, Mr. Lo Iacono said that it is complete and that there was a soft opening of the splash pond, with a test run with kids from the summer camp program. The splash pond will be open weekends from now until Labor Day and over the winter more details will be worked out.

Mr. Lo Iacono said that the new recycling center is now open and that a fair amount has been collected. He said that the collection of tvs, computers, etc. will also be allowed there soon.

It was agreed that the following ordinance would not be voted upon:

NO. 276-11

OFFERED BY: SECONDED BY: ______

FINAL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 12-2011, AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT CHAPTER 170, SECTION 64, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK ENTITLED “SCHEDULE XV: PROHIBITED TURNS AT INTERSECTIONS”

“This ordinance has been advertised pursuant to law and now calls for a public hearing. Will someone so move?

Motion offered by and seconded by that there be a public hearing.

PUBLIC HEARING -

8/16/11 Motion offered by and seconded by that the public hearing be closed.

BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack, County of Bergen and State of New Jersey, that Ordinance No. 12-2011 entitled: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT CHAPTER 170, SECTION 64, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF HACKENSACK ENTITLED “SCHEDULE XV: PROHIBITED TURNS AT INTERSECTIONS” has passed its second and final reading and is hereby adopted.

Roll Call - Ayes:

NO. 277-11

OFFERED BY: TOWNES SECONDED BY: MELFI ______

FINAL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 15-2011, A BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF VARIOUS EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES FOR THE CITY OF HACKENSACK, IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, APPROPRIATING THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,040,000 THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $988,000 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE CITY TO FINANCE ALL OR A PART OF THE COST THEREOF

“This ordinance has been advertised pursuant to law and now calls for a public hearing. Will someone so move?

Motion offered by Deputy Mayor Melfi and seconded by Councilman Townes that there be a public hearing.

PUBLIC HEARING - Kathy Canestrino, 37 Brook Street, asked if the City is receiving any grant money to offset this bond ordinance and Mr. Lo Iacono replied “no”. Mrs. Canestrino said that she still has major concerns with pursuing another bond in this economy unless there is an emergency. She also asked what the fees are that are associated with this bond. Mr. Lo Iacono said that he doesn’t have that number available tonight but that the bond is for the purchase of equipment that should have been purchased two to three years ago and that to put these purchases off any longer would cost the City money as there is the possibility of mechanical failure. He also said that some of the equipment is to deal with snow and that it has been deferred as long as it can be. Mrs. Canestrino also asked if the equipment is being used for shared services and Mr. Lo iacono said that the garbage truck will probably be used for service for Maywood and Bogota.

Motion offered by Deputy Mayor Melfi and seconded by Councilman Townes that the public hearing be closed.

BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack, County of Bergen and State of New Jersey, that Ordinance No. 15-2011 entitled: A BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF VARIOUS EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES FOR THE CITY OF HACKENSACK, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,040,000 THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $988,000 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE CITY TO FINANCE ALL OR A PART OF THE COST THEREOF has passed its second and final reading and is hereby adopted.

Roll Call - Ayes: Labrosse, Townes, Melfi, Meneses Absent: Sasso

8/16/11 NO. 278-11

OFFERED BY: MELFI SECONDED BY: LABROSSE ______

BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that the bills in the following accounts be and are hereby ordered paid:

Current Fund $14,116,175.42 Escrow 40,046.23 Grants 107,487.67 Payroll 283,060.54 Public Parking System 18,547.31 Capital 238,063.06 Trust Account 216,588.75

Roll Call - Ayes: Labrosse, Towne, Melfi, Meneses, Absent: Sasso

The City Clerk announces that the following items are considered to be routine in nature and will be enacted in one motion; any items requiring expenditure are supported by a Certification of Availability of Funds; any item requiring discussion will be removed from the Consent Agenda; all Consent Agenda items will be reflected in full in the minutes including any exceptions and/or additions.”

NO. 279-11

WHEREAS, permission is required of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for approval as a dedication by rider of revenues received by a municipality when the revenue is not subject to reasonably accurate estimates in advance; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:12-3 et, seq. provides for receipt of Affordable Housing Trust Funds by the municipality to provide for the operating costs to administer this act; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:4-39 provides the dedicated revenues anticipated from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund are hereby anticipated as revenue and are hereby appropriated for the purpose to which said revenue is dedicated by statute or other legal requirement.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Governing Body of the City of Hackensack, County of Bergen, New Jersey, as follows:

1. The Governing Body does hereby request permission of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to pay expenditures of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund.

8/16/11 2. The Clerk of the City of Hackensack, County of Bergen, is hereby directed to forward two certified copies of the Resolution to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.

Roll Call - Ayes: Labrosse, Townes, Melfi, Meneses Absent : Sasso NO. 280-11

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack has received change order No.1 from Kaycon General Contracting, Inc., in the amount of $9,689.00 for 102 State Street, ADA Upgrade to restroom area various repairs not in original plans(bearing wall); and

WHEREAS, the total contract amount will increase from $384,000.00 to $393,680; and

WHEREAS, the Projects Architect DMR as well as John Flannigan our City Project Manager has reviewed and approved this change order; and

WHEREAS, a certificate establishing that the funds will be available in account C-04-11-009-000-001 of the Capital Fund in the amount of $9,680.00 will be issued by Chief Financial Officer; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the change order No. 1 in the amount of $9,680.00 for repairs to 102 State Street, ADA Upgrade be approved for payment to Kaycon General Contracting Inc., 150 Leuning Street, South Hackensack, New Jersey, 06706.

NO. 281-11

WHEREAS, Maureen L. de la Bruyere, Clerk Typist, has requested an extension of her Leave of Absence without pay for twelve (12) more weeks from August 11, 2011 to November 3, 2011 for personal medical reasons, under the Family Leave Act; and

WHEREAS, City Manager Stephen LoIacono has determined that this employee be granted a twelve (12) week Leave of Absence extension, from August 11, 2011 to November 3, 2011.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack, that Maureen L. de la Bruyere, Clerk Typist, be granted a twelve (12) week Leave of Absence extension, without pay, as requested.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution is forwarded to employee’s pension system by the Chief Financial Officer.

8/16/11 NO. 282-11

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack frequently receives requests for the creation of handicapped parking spaces in and about the City of Hackensack; and

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack investigates each and every request for the creation of handicapped parking spaces; and

WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the residents of the City of Hackensack to create handicapped parking spaces when and where appropriate; and

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack has received a request for the creation of a handicapped parking space in front of 210 Stanley Place, north side, from a point 108 feet east of First Street, to a point 25 feet thereof; and

WHEREAS, after careful consideration, the Mayor and City Council believe that the creation of the handicapped parking space is in the best interest of the residents of the City of Hackensack.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack hereby authorize and approve the creation of a handicapped space on Stanley Street, north side, from 108 feet east of First Street, to a point 25 feet thereof.

NO. 283-11

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 26:2D-84 requires local health departments in municipalities in which tanning facilities are located to certify that these facilities are in compliance with the safety standards established pursuant to section 3 of N.J.S.A. 26:2D-81 et sequence and are required to periodically inspect the facilities to ensure continued compliance with the standards; and

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack’s Department of Health has established and maintains a public health sanitation and safety program which ensures the registration and inspection of tanning facilities in Hackensack; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey State Department of Health and Senior Services is making financial assistance available for local health departments to implement tanning facility registration and inspection programs and Hackensack qualifies for said assistance.

8/16/11 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack that Health Officer, John G. Christ is hereby authorized to make application to the New Jersey State Department of Health and Senior Services for participation in the Public Health Sanitation and Safety Tanning Facility Registration and Inspection Grant Program for the period July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012.

NO. 284-11

WHEREAS, there exists in the City of Hackensack a need for the services of a licensed New Jersey Attorney who is qualified to serve as a temporary Judge for the Hackensack Municipal Court; and

WHEREAS, such professional services will be rendered or performed by a person authorized by law to practice a recognized profession and whose practice is regulated by law pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A11-5(1)(a)(i) of the Local Public Contracts Law; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Fair and Open Process Rule, N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et. seq., advertisements for proposals were published on the City of Hackensack’s Web Site, and received and reviewed for the aforementioned professional services in the past and this resolution is to allow for the continuation of a position currently held by Vincent Trovini as a temporary Judge which anticipated cost will be over $17,500 per year.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack that:

(1) The Mayor and City Council through the City Manager are hereby authorized and directed to appoint Vincent P. Trovini, Esq., 240 Frisch Court, Paramus, New Jersey, 07652 to perform the position as temporary Judge for the Hackensack Municipal Court for a period of one year commencing August 1, 2011.

(2) This contract is awarded pursuant to a fair and open process.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk be and is hereby directed to retain a copy of the contract for public inspection.

NO. 285-11

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack publicly advertised requests for Qualifications for Physician Services 2011-2012 through a fair and open process; and

8/16/11 WHEREAS, qualifications were received on August 4, 2011 for Physicians Services 2011-2012 to render services to the City’s Department of Health; and

WHEREAS, one qualification was received from Drs. Arthur and Dewey Chaney, 259 Berry Street, Hackensack, New Jersey, 07601.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the contract for Physician Services 2011-2012 be awarded to Drs. Arthur and Dewey Chaney, 259 Berry Street, Hackensack, New Jersey, 07601 at the contract price of $98.00 per hour ($1,000.00 retainer).

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chief Financial Officer has certified that funds will be available in the accounts 1-01-27-330-332-29Y, 1-02- 27-330-330-208, 2-01-27-330-332-29Y and 2-01-27-330-330-208 of the current funds.

NO. 286-11

WHEREAS, there exists in the City of Hackensack a need for the services of Special Litigation Attorney for the City of Hackensack; and

WHEREAS, such professional services will be rendered or performed by a person authorized by law to practice a recognized profession pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4, 20.5, et. seq.; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Fair and Open Process Rule, N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20 4 et. seq., advertisement for proposal were published on the City of Hackensack’s Web Site, and received and reviewed for the aforementioned professional services which anticipated cost will be over $17,500 per year.

(1) The Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack, through the City Manager, are hereby authorized and directed to retain the services of Christos J Diktas, Esq., 596 Anderson Avenue, Cliffside Park, New Jersey, 07010-1831, to perform the position as Special Attorney for the City of Hackensack.

Roll Call - Ayes: Labrosse, Townes, Melfi, Meneses Absent : Sasso

NO. 287-11

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack has ordinances concerning residential parking on the City streets; and

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WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack have recognized that certain and unique circumstances and/or emergencies arise from time to time wherein it may be necessary to consider waiving and/ or suspending parking regulations and/or parking restrictions on a temporary basis; and

WHEREAS, emergencies may arise that cannot be foreseen in a timely fashion; and

WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the residents of the City of Hackensack to allow the waiver and/or suspension of certain parking provisions under the City Code, on a case by case basis; and

WHEREAS, it is not practical for the Mayor and Council to conduct a special meeting whenever such special circumstances and/or emergencies may arise; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack feel confident that the City Manager can and should make these decisions on a case by case basis, as the City Manager deems appropriate.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Manager of the City of Hackensack is hereby authorized to waive and/or suspend parking regulations on a temporary basis during such times as the City Manager deems it appropriate to do so.

NO. 288-11

BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that the proper officers be and are hereby authorized to make the following refunds for the reasons stated:

AMOUNT BLOCK LOT NAME YEAR REASON

$26,449.46 1 4.01 The Irwin Law Firm, P.A., Attorney for Towner Management Financing 2008 SBJ 27,937.80 1 4.01 “ “ “ 2009 SBJ 35,183.06 1 4.01 “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 866.06 46.03 7 Michael A Vespasiano, Attorney Trust Account for Richard C. Newman 2008 SBJ 1,136.30 46.03 7 “ “ “ “ “ 2009 SBJ 1,776.26 46.03 7 “ “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 1,087.18 46.01 11 “ “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 9,103.65 128 44 Marcus Brody Attorney for Feinsilver Prtnrs LLC c/o T. Bado 2009 SBJ 9,568.08 128 44 “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 32,962.74 240.01 3.07 Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. Attorneys for Florentine Assoc. LLC 2008 SBJ 34,817.59 240.01 3.07 “ “ “ “ “ 2009 SBJ 5,239.67 302 2 McKirdy & Riskin, Attorney for Fairway Terrace Associates 2007 SBJ 5,521.40 302 2 “ “ “ “ “ 2008 SBJ 5,832.10 302 2 “ “ “ “ “ 2009 SBJ 8,457.62 302 2 “ “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 167.76 510 4 Nashel & Nashel Trust Account, Attorney for All American Ford 2008 SBJ 398.70 510 4 “ “ “ “ 2009 SBJ 419.04 510 4 “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 7,538.72 510 8 “ “ “ “ 2008 SBJ 9,956.43 510 8 “ “ “ “ 2009 SBJ 12,792.36 510 8 “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ

8/16/11 1,080.57 548 21 Brach Eichler LLC and Oritani Bank 2007 SBJ 1,830.68 548 21 “ “ “ “ 2008 SBJ 1,933.70 548 21 “ “ “ “ 2009 SBJ 2,800.58 548 21 “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 2,125.32 548 24 “ “ “ “ 2007 SBJ 3,644.59 548 24 “ “ “ “ 2008 SBJ 3,849.67 548 24 “ “ “ “ 2009 SBJ 5,605.82 548 24 “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 6,177.64 128 37 Nashel & Nashel Trust Account Attorney for TD Banknorth 2009 SBJ 7,074.79 128 37 “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 6,140.02 504.02 14.08 Bruce J. Stavitsky, Esq. Attorney For ADMA LLC 2008 SBJ 8,700.52 504.02 14.08 “ “ “ “ “ 2009 SBJ 16,128.38 504.02 14.08 “ “ “ “ “ 2010 SBJ 3,004.37 6 3 Chase 2010 Duplicate pymt 1,894.00 45.01 11.03 Marino, Benny 2011 “ “ 1,894.00 45.01 11.03 Marino, Carmelo 2011 “ “ 977.08 219 20 Carrino, Adeline 2011 “ “ 329.64 248 23.04 Hilaris, Peter B. 2011 “ “ 1,906.33 322 7 Ocwen 2010 “ “

Roll Call - Ayes: Labrosse, Townes, Melfi, Meneses Absent: Sasso NO. 289-11

WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement on July 14, 2011, proposals were received on July 28, 2011 for GASB 45 Actuarial Services for the City of Hackensack; and

WHEREAS, one bid was received from Aquarius Capital Solutions Group LLC; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that the contract for GASB 45 Actuarial Services be awarded to Aquarius Capital Solutions Group LLC, 110 Betsy Brown Road, Port Chester, New York, 10573, for One Year at the contract price of $6,500.00 from January to December 2011, with an optional three years thereafter; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chief Financial Officer has certified that funds will be available in the current account 1-01-20-130-130-204.

Roll Call - Ayes: Labrosse, Townes, Melfi, Meneses Absent: Sasso NO. 290-11

BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that the following organizations be granted permission to conduct a Raffle in accordance with the applications on file in the office of the City Clerk:

RA: 1971 St. Francis RC Church RA: 1972 Columbians

8/16/11 NO. 291-11

WHEREAS, pursuant to LPCL 40A:11-6.1 three quotes were received from Industrial Petroleum, Petro-Mechanics Inc., and Dolan Company, Inc. for OPW Petro-Vend Fuel Management Systems for the Fire Department; and

WHEREAS, the Municipal Recycling Coordinator advised the Director of Purchasing that he had reviewed such quotations and found that Industrial Petroleum Supply Co., Inc., quotation for OPW Petro-Vend Fuel Management System is reasonable and satisfactory; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack award the purchase of OPW Petro-Vend Fuel Management System for the Fire Department, from Industrial Petroleum Supply Co., Inc., 756 Main Street, Hackensack, New Jersey, 07601 for the total price of $27,965.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chief Financial Officer has certified that the funds will be available in capital account C-04-55-Y15-000-011 in the amount of $27,965.00.

NO. 292-11

WHEREAS, pursuant to LPCL 40A:11-6.1 three quotes were received from Industrial Petroleum, Petro-Mechanics Inc., and Dolan Company, Inc. for OPW Petro-Vend Fuel Management Systems for the Department of Public Works; and

WHEREAS, the Municipal Recycling Coordinator advised the Director of Purchasing that he had reviewed such quotations and found that Industrial Petroleum Supply Co., Inc., quotation for OPW Petro-Vend Fuel Management System is reasonable and satisfactory; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack award the purchase of OPW Petro-Vend Fuel Management System for the DPW, from Industrial Petroleum Supply Co., Inc., 756 Main Street, Hackensack, New Jersey, 07601 for the total price of $26,165.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chief Financial Officer has certified that the funds will be available in capital account C-04-55-Y15-000-011 in the amount of $26,165.00.

8/16/11 NO. 293-11

WHEREAS, the governing body of the City of Hackensack has been advised that an emergency affecting the safety and welfare of the City of Hackensack and the general public did occur when Engine 4 of the Fire Department became inoperable and in need of repairs; and

WHEREAS, the Fire Department notified the Purchasing Agent setting forth the circumstances regarding this emergency; and

WHEREAS, the cost of repair is $11,700.00 which is fair and reasonable; and that Atlantic Detroit Diesel has repaired Engine 4; and

WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has certified that funds are available in the account 1-01-25-265-265-272 of the current account; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City of Hackensack pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-6 which authorizes the governing body to pay Atlantic Detroit Diesel, P.O. Box 950, Lodi, New Jersey, 07644 for this emergency and therefore be paid.

Roll Call - Ayes: Labrosse, Townes, Melfi, Meneses Absent : Sasso NO. 294-11

WHEREAS, Appraisal Systems Inc. of Glen Rock was hired by the City of Hackensack to conduct a reassessment in 2010 for 2011 assessed values for the City of Hackensack, and

WHEREAS, an error was made on Block 341 Lot 15, assessed to Prospect 350 Corp. c/o Quail Heights by Appraisal Systems Inc., assessing this property for $12,640,000 for 2011 whereas the net assessment should have been $6,500,000; and

WHEREAS, Roger Kahn Esq. of Schneck Law Group has been retained by Prospect 350 Corp. to file an appeal to correct this error and has requested an adjustment prior to receiving the Judgment so his client can make the corrected payment of $66,807.50 by September 1, 2011 to avoid interest until said Judgment is issued by the County; and

WHEREAS, the Assessor has given the Tax Collector written notification verifying the above information to be true; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Tax Collector is directed to issue an adjustment of $90,595.50 to Block 341 Lot 15 for each 3 rd and 4th quarters based on the corrected assessment of $6,500.000.

8/16/11 NO. 295-11

WHEREAS, the Governing Body of the City of Hackensack finds and declares that N.J.S.A. 40:48-2.14 states in all cases where brush, weeds, including ragweed, dead and dying trees, stumps roots, obnoxious growth, filth, garbage, trash and debris are destroyed or removed from any dwelling or lands under any ordinance adopted pursuant to section 1 of P.L. 1943, c.71 (C.40:48- 2.13) or section 1 of P.L. 1994, c.167 (C.40:48-2.13a); and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40:48-2:27 states in all cases where brush, hedges and other plant life are cut from any lands within the limitations of section one hereof under any such ordinance, by or under the direction of an officer of the municipality; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40:65-12 states the governing body may make, amend, repeal, and enforce ordinances to compel the owner or tenant of any lands abutting upon the public highways of the municipality, to remove all snow and ice form the abutting sidewalks and gutters of such highways within twelve hours of daylight after the same shall fall or be formed thereon, and all grass, weeds and impediments therefrom within three days after notice to remove the same, and remove all grass, weeds and impediments from the portion of any street, or highway abutting on such lands, and to provide for imposition of penalties for violation of any impediments by the municipality where the owner or tenant of any such real estate shall fail to remove the same as provided in the ordinance. The cost of removal of any such snow, ice, grass, weeds or impediments from any sidewalk, gutter or public highway by the municipality shall be certified to the governing body of the municipality by the officer in charge thereof; and

WHEREAS, by or under the direction of an officer or code enforcement officer of the municipality, such officer or code enforcement officer shall certify the above costs thereof to the governing body, which shall examine the certificate, and if found correct, shall cause the cost as shown thereon to be charged against said dwelling or lands; the amount so charged shall forthwith become a lien upon such dwelling or lands and shall be added to and become and form part of the taxes next to be assessed and levied upon such dwelling or lands, the same to bear interest at the same rate as taxes and shall be collected and enforced by the same officers and in the same manner as taxes.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Governing Body of the City of Hackensack that the attached charges are certified to the Municipal Tax Collector, Elisa Coccia, and she is authorized to convert attached charges dated August 1, 2011 for May and June 2011 charges become a lien upon such lands.

8/16/11 NO. 296-11

WHEREAS, pursuant to LPCL 40A:11-6.1 three quotes were received from J&T Metal Products, Co., Omaha Standard, Inc. and Cooper Tank for Two (2) 30 yard waste containers for the Recycling Center; and

WHEREAS, the Municipal Recycling Coordinator advised the Director of Purchasing that he had reviewed such quotations and found that J&T Metal Products Co. Inc., quotation for (2) Two 30 yard waste containers is reasonable and satisfactory; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack award the purchase of Two (2) 30 yard waste containers for the Recycling Center from J&T Metal Products, Co., Inc., 200 Lambert Avenue, Copaigue, New York, 11726-3207, for the total price of $10,200.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chief Financial Officer has certified that the funds will be available in Grant account G-02-10-918-000-000 in the amount of $10,200.00.

NO. 297-11

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack has entered into a Cooperative Agreement with the County of Bergen as provided under the Inter-local Services Act N.J.S. A. 40A:8A-1 et. seq. to participate in the Bergen County Open Space, Recreation, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund; and

WHEREAS, said agreement requires that one municipal representative be appointed by the governing body of the community to be part of the Open Space Trust Municipal Park Improvement and Land Acquisition Program Regional Committee for the term of one year coinciding with the 2011 funding year of September 1, 2011 through August 31, 2012; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the governing body hereby appoints Steve LoIacono as its representative to participate as a member of the Open Space Trust Municipal Program Regional Committee.

NO. 298-11

WHEREAS, the Bergen County Open Space, Recreation, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund (“County Trust Fund”), provides matching grants to municipal governments and to nonprofit organizations for assistance in the development or redevelopment of municipal recreation facilities; and

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WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack desires to further the public interest by obtaining a matching grant of $90,000.00 from the County Trust Fund for renovations to Pulaski Park; and

WHEREAS, The Mayor and Council has reviewed the County Trust Fund Program Statement, and the Trust Fund Municipal Program Park Improvement application and instructions and desires to make an application for such a matching grant and provide application information and furnish such documents as may be required; and

WHEREAS, as part of the application process, the governing body held a public hearing on August 16, 2011 to receive comments prior to the submission of this application; and

WHEREAS, the County of Bergen shall determine whether the application is complete and in conformance with the scope and intent of the County Trust Fund; and

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack is willing to use the County Trust Fund in accordance with such rules, regulations and applicable statutes, and is willing to enter into an agreement with the County of Bergen for renovations to Pulaski Park.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack:

1. That it is hereby authorized to submit the above completed project application to the County of Bergen by the deadline of September 1, 2011, as established by the County.

2. That, in the event of a County Trust Fund award that may be less than the grand amount requested above, the City of Hackensack has, or will secure, the balance of funding necessary to complete the project, or modify the project as necessary.

3. That the City of Hackensack is committed to providing a dollar for dollar cash match for the project.

4. That the City of Hackensack agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations in it performance of the project.

5. That this resolution shall take effect immediately.

Roll Call - Ayes: Labrosse, Townes, Melfi, Meneses Absent : Sasso

NO. 299-11

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack formally approves the grant application for the Main Street Improvement Project.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Municipal Clerk are hereby authorized to submit an electronic grant application identified as MA-

8/16/11 2012--Hackensack City-00035 to the New Jersey Department of Transportation on behalf of the City of Hackensack.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Municipal Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the grant agreement on behalf of the City of Hackensack and that their signature constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions of the grant agreement and approves the execution of the grant agreement.

NO. 300-11

WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the City of Hackensack have investigated the possibility of installing cameras at various intersections throughout the City of Hackensack; and

WHEREAS, the primary purpose of the installation of these cameras is for public safety; and

WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Hackensack to reduce the incidents of motorists failing to obey the red light traffic signals; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the City of Hackensack believe that the installation of these cameras will reduce the incidents of violation at these intersections; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the City of Hackensack believe that the installation of these cameras is in the best interests of the citizens of the City of Hackensack; and

WHEREAS, the City of Hackensack prepared and published on the City of Hackensack’s website, a Request for Qualifications for the installation and monitoring of the red light cameras; and

WHEREAS, as a result of the responses to the Request for Qualifications, the City of Hackensack received proposals regarding the above; and

WHEREAS, a Committee was formed to review the proposals and conduct interviews; and

WHEREAS, the documents received were reviewed by both the Committee and the entire City Council; and

WHEREAS, interviews were conducted by the Committee; and

WHEREAS, the Committee made a recommendation to the entire Mayor and Council; and

WHEREAS, the recommendation was to enter into a Contract with Redflex Traffic Systems, Inc., located at 23751 North 23rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85027, for the installation and monitoring of these cameras.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack that:

8/16/11 1. The Mayor and City Council of the City of Hackensack authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to enter into a contract with Redflex Traffic Systems, Inc., located at 23751 North 23rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85027; and

2. This contract is awarded pursuant to a fair and open process.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be and is hereby granted to retain a copy of the contract for public inspection.

NO. 301-11

BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that the following liquor license be issued in the City of Hackensack, effective July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012, applicant having complied with the ordinances of the City of Hackensack and any special conditions which may be determined by the City Council, and having paid the required fee:

0223-31-078-001 St. Paul Lodge #7 $180.00 184 Berdan Place

NO. 302-11

BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack reviewed the CY 2011/SFY 2012 Best Practice Checklist at a public Committee of the Whole meeting held on August 15, 2011.

NO. 303-11

WHEREAS, D’Amico’s Service Center, Inc. is the owner and taxpayer of certain real property known as Block 445, Lot 23.02 designated as 295-299 Passaic Street; and

8/16/11 WHEREAS, the taxpayer filed appeals to its 2009 and 2010 real property tax assessment, which matters are presently pending in the Tax Court of New Jersey; and

WHEREAS, the yearly assessment was $776, 200; and

WHEREAS, upon review of information submitted, a reduction appears appropriate; and

WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Tax Attorney and Tax Assessor that this matter should be settled; and

WHEREAS, said settlement is in the best interest of the City of Hackensack.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack that the Tax Counsel be and is hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents which may be necessary to effectuate the settlement of litigation entitled “D’Amico’s Service Center, Inc. v. City of Hackensack”, Docket Nos: 004974-2009 and 020321-2010 presently pending in the Tax Court of New Jersey, so that the assessment be set as follows:

ORIGINAL NEW ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT YEAR

$776,200 $685,000 2009 685,000 2010 ; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing settlement is predicated upon a waiver of any interest payable on the refund to the taxpayer pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:3-27.2 provided that the refund is paid within 60 days of issuance of the Judgment by the Tax Court.

NO. 304-11

WHEREAS, 241 Main Street Realty Corp. is the owner and taxpayer of certain real properties designated as Block 315, Lot1, Block 315, Lot 31, Block 315, Lot 32.01 and Block 315 Lot 32.02, known as 18 Salem Street, 245-249 Main Street, 241 Main Street and 16 Salem Street, respectively; and

WHEREAS, the taxpayer filed appeals to its 2008 and 2009 real property tax assessments which matters are presently pending in the Tax Court of New Jersey; and

WHEREAS, the yearly assessments were $241,200 for Block 315, Lot 1, $733,400 for Block 315, Lot 31, $4,062,000 for Block 315 Lot 32.01 and $293,800 for Block 315, Lot 32.02; and

WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Tax Attorney, Tax Appraisal Expert and Tax Assessor that these matters should be settled; and

8/16/11 WHEREAS, said settlement is in the best interest of the City of Hackensack; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack that the Tax Counsel be and is hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents, including requests for application of the Freeze Act (N.J.S.A. 54:51A-8), which may be necessary to effectuate the settlement of litigation entitled “ 241 Main Street Realty Corp. v. City of Hackensack”, Docket Nos. 006597-2008 and 009347-2009 presently pending in the Tax Court of New Jersey, so that the assessment be set as follows:

BLOCK/LOT ASSESSMENT – YEAR

315/1 $ 241,200 2008 315/1 241,200 2009 315/31 733,400 2008 315/31 733,400 2009

315/32.01 3,632.600 2008 315/32.01 3,177,900 2009

315/32.02 293,800 2008 315/32.02 293,800 2009 ; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing settlement is predicated upon a waiver of any interest payable on the refund to the taxpayer pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:3-27.2 provided that the refund is paid within 60 days after receipt of the City the Tax Court Judgment by the municipality.

NO. 305-11

WHEREAS, Thomas R. Roesler and Richard G. Roesler, Prtnsp. were the owners and taxpayers in 2007 and 2008 and 50 Johnson Avenue. LLC were the owners and taxpayers in 2009 of certain real property known as Block 525, Lot 4 designated as 50 Johnson Avenue; and

WHEREAS, the taxpayers filed appeals to their 2007, 2008 and 2009 real property tax assessment, which matters are presently pending in the Tax Court of New Jersey; and

WHEREAS, the yearly assessment was $2,630,200; and

WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Tax Attorney and Tax Assessor that this matter should be settled; and

WHEREAS, said settlement is in the best interest of the City of Hackensack.

8/16/11 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack that the Tax Counsel be and is hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents, which may be necessary to effectuate the settlement of litigation entitled “Roesler, Thomas R. & Richard G. Prtnsp.,” Docket Nos: 005339-2007, 001555-2008 and “50 Johnson Avenue LLC”, Docket Nos: 017831-2009 presently pending in the Tax Court of New Jersey, so that the assessments be set as follows:

ORGIGINAL PROPOSED YEAR ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT

2007 $ 2,630,000 $ 2,100,000 2008 2,630,000 2,100,000 2009 2,630,000 2,100,000

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that statutory interest pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:3-27.2 shall not be paid if the refund due under this resolution is paid within 60 days from the date of entry of the Judgment.

NO. 306-11

WHEREAS, there exists in the City of Hackensack a need for the services of a Special Litigation Attorney for the City of Hackensack; and

WHEREAS, such professional services will be rendered or performed by a person authorized by law to practice a recognized profession pursuant to N.J.S.A.19:44A-20.4, 20.5, et seq.; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Fair and Open Process Rule, N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et. seq., advertisements for proposals were published on the City of Hackensack’s Web Site, and received and reviewed for the aforementioned professional services which anticipated cost will be over $17,500 per year.

(l) The Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack, through the City Manager, are hereby authorized and directed to retain the services of John Feczko , Esq., 303 Molnar Drive, Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07407, to perform the position as Special Attorney for the City of Hackensack.

8/16/11 NO. 307-11

OFFERED BY: TOWNES SECONDED BY:MELFI ______

BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hackensack that the City Manager is hereby directed to execute a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Hackensack and Teamsters Local 97 – Crossing Guards, for the period of July 1, 2009 through December 31, 2012.

NO. 308-11

WHEREAS, Avalon Bay Communities, Inc., a Maryland corporation (Developer), appeared before the Planning Board of the City of Hackensack to erect a residential apartment complex on land known as Block 504.02 Lot 13.02, on the official tax maps of the City of Hackensack, being more commonly known as 414 Hackensack Avenue; and

WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the City of Hackensack, on September 8. 2010, granted site plan approval and bulk variances with conditions set forth on the record; and

WHEREAS, on November 10, 2010, the Planning Board of the City of Hackensack adopted a resolution embodying the terms and conditions of the approval; and

WHEREAS, a Developer’s Agreement was created which will be signed by the Chairman of the Planning Board of the City of Hackensack, the Vice President of Avalon Bay Communities, Inc., and the Mayor of the City of Hackensack; and

WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the residents of the City of Hackensack for the Mayor of the City of Hackensack to sign this Developer’s Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and the City of Hackensack is authorized to sign the Developer’s Agreement between the City of Hackensack, the Planning Board of the City of Hackensack, and Avalon Bay Communities, Inc.

8/16/11 NO. 309-11

WHEREAS, the governing body of the City of Hackensack expresses their support to the United States Senate regarding coming together as a Nation and ceasing all work or other activity for a moment of remembrance beginning at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on September 11, 2011, in honor of the 10 th anniversary of the terrorist attacks committed against the United States on September 1, 2001; and

WHEREAS, at 8:46 a.m., on September 11, 2001, hijacked American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the upper portion of the North Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City, New York; and

WHEREAS, 17 minutes later, at 9:03 a.m., hijacked United Airlines Flight 175 crashed into the South Tower of the World Trade Center; and

WHEREAS, at 9:37 a.m., the west wall of the Pentagon was hit by hijacked American Airlines Flight 77 the impact of which caused immediate and catastrophic damage to the headquarters of the Department of Defense; and

WHEREAS, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the passengers and crew of hijacked United Airlines Flight 93 acted heroically to retake control of the airplane and thwart the taking of additional American lives by crashing the airliner in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and, in doing so, gave their lives to save countless others; and

WHEREAS, nearly 3,000 innocent civilians were killed in the heinous attacks of September 11, 2001; and

WHEREAS, tens of thousands of individuals narrowly escaped the attacks at the Pentagon and World Trade Center and, as witnesses to this tragedy, are forever changed; and

WHEREAS, countless Fire Departments, Police Departments, First Responders, Governmental Officials, workers, emergency medical personnel, and Volunteers responded immediately and heroically to the horrific events; and

WHEREAS, the Fire Department of New York suffered 343 fatalities on September 11, 2001, the largest loss of life of any emergency response agency in United States history; and

WHEREAS, the Port Authority Police Department suffered 37 fatalities in the attacks, the largest loss of life of any police force in United States history in a single day; and

WHEREAS, the New York Police Department suffered 23 fatalities as a result of the terrorist attacks; and

WHEREAS, the impact of that day on public health continues through 2011, as nearly 90,000 people are at risk of or suffering from negative health effects as a result of the events of September 11, 2001, including 14,000 workers and 2,400 community residents who are sick, and tens of thousands of others whose health is being monitored; and

WHEREAS, 10 years later, the people of the United States and people around the world continue to mourn the tremendous loss of innocent life on that fateful day; and

8/16/11 WHEREAS, 10 years later, thousands of men and women in the United States Armed Forces remain in harm’s way defending the United States against those who seek to threaten the United States; and

WHEREAS, on the 10th anniversary of this tragic day, the thoughts of the people of the United States are with all of the victims of the events of September 11, 2001 and their families; and

WHEREAS, the lives of Americans were changed forever on September 11, 2001, when events threatened the American way of life; and

WHEREAS, in 2009, Congress and the President joined together to designate September 11 as a National Day of Service and Remembrance under the Serve America Act (Public Law 111–13; 123 Stat. 1460); and

WHEREAS, in September 2009 and 2010, President Obama issued Proclamation 8413 (74 Fed. Reg. 47045) and Proclamation 8559 (75 Fed. Reg. 56463) proclaiming September 11, 2009, and September 11, 2010, respectively, as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance; and

WHEREAS, September 11 will never, and should never, be just another day in the hearts and minds of all people of the United States;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the governing body of the City of Hackensack:

(1) recognizes September 11, 2011, as a day of solemn commemoration of the events of September 11, 2001, and a day to come together as a Nation; and

(2) offers its deepest and most sincere condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the innocent victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; and

(3) honors the heroic service, actions, and sacrifices of first responders, law enforcement personnel, State and local officials, volunteers, and countless others who aided the innocent victims of those attacks and, in doing so, bravely risked and often gave their own lives; and

(4) recognizes the valiant service, actions, and sacrifices of United States personnel, including members of the United States Armed Forces, the United States intelligence agencies, the United States diplomatic service, homeland security and law enforcement personnel, and their families, who have given so much, including their lives and well-being, to support the cause of freedom and defend the security of the United States; and

(5) reaffirms that the people of the United States will never forget the challenges our country endured on and since September 11, 2001, and will work tirelessly to defeat those who attacked the United States; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that on the 10th anniversary of this tragic day in United States history the governing body of the City of Hackensack calls upon all of the people and institutions of the United States to observe a moment of remembrance on September 11, 2011, including (i) media outlets; (ii) houses of worship; (iii) military organizations; (iv) veterans organizations; (v) airlines; (vi) airports; (vii) railroads; (viii) sports teams; (ix) the Federal Government; (x) State and local governments; (xi) police, fire, and other public institutions; (xii) educational institutions; (xiii) businesses; and (xiv) other public and private institutions; and

8/16/11 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the governing body of the City of Hackensack encourages the observance of the moment of remembrance to last for 1 minute beginning at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time by, to the maximum extent practicable ceasing all work or other activity; and marking the moment in an appropriate manner.

NO. 310-11

WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement in The Record, bids were received for the 2011 Road Program; and

WHEREAS, seven bids were received from DLS Contracting, AJM Contractors, New Prince Concrete, English Paving, D&L Paving, Tilcon New York and Smith Sondy.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the City of Hackensack award the bid for 2011 Road Program to DLS Contracting, 633 Franklin Avenue, Suite 170, Nutley, New Jersey, 07110 for the contract price of $465,293.00 Total Bid Base; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chief Financial Officer has certified that funds will be available with the NJDOT Trust Fund Grant of $163,878.00 and the balance to our Capital Fund in the amount of $301,415.00

NO. 311-11

WHEREAS, a Workers’ Compensation claim was brought by a City employee, File No. HCK 3821, Claim Petition No. 2009-2753, who was injured on May 23, 2008; and

WHEREAS, this employee sustained an injury as a result of a job-related activity; and

WHEREAS, a Claim Petition was filed on behalf of the City employee; and

WHEREAS, the City has received a recommendation from Bergen Risk Managers, Inc. to settle this matter for a total amount of $35,428.00; and

WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the residents of the City of Hackensack to amicably resolve this matter.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Workers’ Compensation matter, File No. HCK 3821 and Claim Petition No. 2009-2753, be and the same

8/16/11 is hereby approved for settlement in accordance with the recommendation of Bergen Risk Managers, Inc.

A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Melfi and seconded by Councilman Townes to open the meeting to the public.

Mayor Meneses reminded the audience that everyone was to speak in a civil manner, state their name, spell their last name, state their address, and that they have five minutes to speak.

Mr. Luan, 251 Main Street, spoke about his tax increase and said that it is illegal and a terrorist increase. He said that the City is treating everyone like domestic animals. He also asked all of the Council members to resign and said that Mayor Zisa had been a mayor of the people. He further said that there is communism here.

Jerry Lederer, 219 Charles Street said that he feels the same way as the other gentleman. He said that homeowners were told that the budget increase would not affect personal property owners. Mr. Lo Iacono asked him if he had ever filed a tax appeal and went on to explain the exact percentage of properties that went down, stayed the same, etc. Mr. Lederer said that Mr. Carlson would not speak with him. Mr. Lo Iacono told him to come to his office with his tax bill for further discussion.

Emil Canestrino, 37 Brook Street, asked the Council to consider an independent source to come in and rectify the Police Department. Mr. Canestrino also asked why eight officers had been sent to an address on Park Street and if a superior officer had also been sent there. He also asked why two patrolmen were sent to Paramus to investigate something and why a superior officer wasn’t notified. He asked if Captain Padilla had been notified of the situation and also if the captain in charge had been notified. Mr. Lo Iacono said that it is improper for him to discuss this. Mr. Canestrino asked him to look into these matters and to please consider going for outside help.

Kathy Canestrino, 37 Brook Street, said that over the past winter she was encouraged that the City was looking into video taping the Council meetings and that people were starting to work together and hear the concerns of the citizens. She asked the Council to look into the proposal for a police director and said that Captain Padilla had been set up to fail. She said that there is a serious issue with leadership in the Police Department and that her husband had been employed for thirty-four years as a Hackensack police officer. She said that accountability needs to be brought back to the Department and to give the men and women the leadership they deserve.

Bob Richards, 25 Grand Avenue, said that he has lived here for twenty- five years and that the City needs an independent person or people to oversee the Police Department.

Regina DiPasqua said that she loves Hackensack and loves raising her children here, however she is embarrassed by the articles in the paper. She also said that the City is advertising for a public relations professional for Main Street and that the situation with the Police Department is a public relations nightmare. She also said that the police force is not united and that the money for a public relations person should be put towards hiring a police director. Ms. DiPasqua said that she wants to be proud of Hackensack.

8/16/11 Larry Eisen, 390 Maple Hill Drive, said that someone from the outside with no axe to grind, should evaluate the Police Department and make recommendations.

Kathy Salvo, 184 Hudson Street, also spoke about having someone totally unconnected oversee the Police Department. She said that she doesn’t feel safe anymore and that it is raunchy on Hudson Street and that the police substation does not work. She said that there is no foot patrol and that Hudson Street needs foot patrols.

Debbie Labrosse, 18 Brook Street, said that she understands that when litigation is going on, the Council and City Attorney cannot speak about it, but that awhile back a citizen assaulted a police officer and she would like information pertaining to it. She also said that Mr. Zisa frustrates her and that she does not want to hear “I’ll research it”. Ms Labrosse and Mr. Zisa spoke about the past appointments of hearing officers that were not done by resolution and Mr. Zisa said that the City ordinance gives the City Manager the authority to appoint hearing officers. Mr. Zisa apologized for going through Councilman Labrosse to answer Mrs. Labrosse’s questions. With reference to her original question involving the assault of a police officer, Mr. Lo Iacono said that the investigation is still ongoing. Mrs. Labrosse said that she is more inclined to have a police chief run the department, but at this point the City needs to bring in someone with no connection at all.

Dave Chisuno, 140 Euclid Avenue, said that he had heard some good points about the Police Department and taxes which the Council should take into consideration. He also said that property taxes are always an issue no matter where you live. Mr. Chisuno then spoke about the deteriorating roads in the City and asked what is being done to address the problem. Mr. Lo Iacono explained the loopholes for CDBG and DOT grant funding for road paving and also explained that the Council had agreed that certain roads would need to be repaved outside of the funded programs. Mr. Lo Iacono then explained the justification for holding off on the repaving of Euclid until the Anderson Street sewer study is complete and asked Mr. Chisuno for his contact information.

Charles McAuliffe, 119 Dorchester Road, thanked the Council for the summer concerts and said that they were great and that he had a great time.

Len Nix, spoke about his feelings regarding the rotation of mayors in the City and said that he has no respect for the Council. Mr. Nix spoke about what he perceives to be negative issues, including the Police Department, the Building Department, OPRA requests, erosion at Polifly Park, etc.

A gentlemen who said he lives on Summit Avenue and owns 264 Main Street, said that he never came to appeal his taxes in forty years and that his taxes were raised by 30%. Mr. Lo Iacono told him to bring the tax bills to his office for further discussion.

Tony Griffin, 400 Esplanade, and Estelle Handler, 307 Prospect Avenue, also spoke about their property taxes and Mr. Lo Iacono also invited them to speak with him in his office.

Jeff Rubello, 111 Terrace Place, spoke about the Glass Steagall Act and asked the Council to pass a resolution in support of it.

Steve Martino, 40 Coles Avenue, said that Chief Iurato would never hire a politician for the Police Department and said that politics must be taken out of the Police Department. Mr. Lo Iacono said that the new rules and regulations of the Police Department forbids any political activity.

8/16/11 A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Melfi and seconded by Councilman Townes to close the public portion of the meeting.

Councilman Labrosse said that he still thinks that the City needs the help of a police director and that the tone of citizens here tonight is a plea for an independent person to get in here and assist the officer in charge with running the department. He also said that he is in agreement with no politics in the Police Department.

Mayor Meneses said that he is sorry but that he doesn’t get his news from The Record because for his past six years on the Council, there has not been one article about anything good happening in Hackensack.

Mr. Lo Iacono said that the Council has been discussing a police director but that it is a situation that cannot be resolved very quickly. However, Mr. Lo Iacono expressed his disgust with those who spread bad stories and question the safety of the residents. He said that it would be criminal to paint the entire Department with a brush, that the Department is functioning and that everyone is protected. He said that people of the City should know that the cops are working and protecting them and that the work that needs to be done is being done and that the Police Department will get back to where it was.

A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Melfi and seconded by Councilman Townes to adjourn the meeting at 8:35 p.m.

______Mayor Jorge E. Meneses

______Deputy Mayor Michael R. Melfi

absent______Councilwoman Karen K. Sasso

______Councilman Marlin G. Townes

______Councilman John P. Labrosse

______Debra Heck, City Clerk

8/16/11