AGENDA HUNTERDON COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS

AGENDA

HUNTERDON COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS 71 Main Street, Historic Hunterdon County Courthouse,

2nd Floor Flemington, New Jersey 08822 October 6, 2020

Dial-In Number: 720-399-1558 or 877-658-5107 Passcode: 403752

I. 5:00 p.m. CONVENE:

"This meeting is being held in accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act. Adequate notice has been given by posting a copy of the special meeting notice on Bulletin Boards on the First and Second Floor of the Main Street County Complex, Building #1, Flemington, New Jersey, a public place reserved for such announcements. A copy was mailed on or before September 28, 2020 to the Hunterdon County Democrat, Star Ledger, Trenton Times, Courier News, TAPinto (online) and the Express Times, newspapers designated to receive such notices and by filing a copy with the Hunterdon County Clerk.”

II. EXECUTIVE SESSION

III. 5:30 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

V. REPORT FROM COUNTY COUNSEL ON EXECUTIVE SESSION

VI. FREEHOLDER REPORTS

VII. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITION

1. PROCLAMATION - Designating October 04, 2020 through October 10, 2020 as FirePrevention Week in Hunterdon County.

2. PROCLAMATION - Honoring Rebecca Phillips of West Amwell Township as the2020-2021 Hunterdon County Dairy Princess.

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3. PROCLAMATION - Honoring Francesca Streicher of Clinton Township as the 2020-2021 Hunterdon County Dairy Princess.

VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT, Limited to 2 minutes per person. (Comments

exceeding 2 minutes will be entertained later in the agenda) IX. 2020 CENSUS UPDATE: Dr. Allison Jackson X. HEALTH DEPARTMENT UPDATE: Karen DeMarco, Director

1. RESOLUTION - Confirming the action of the County Administrator to sign an Amended COVID-19 Testing Service agreement with the Hunterdon Medical Center for the period July 20, 2020 to December 31, 2020.

XI. GRANTS: Janet Previte, CFO

1. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon to sign and accept a County Comprehensive Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Contract #21-532-ADA-0, in the amount of $221,545.00, with a County Match of $28,699.00 for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

2. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Freeholder Director and Clerk of the Board of

Chosen Freeholders to sign and accept, on behalf of the County, a Supplemental Agreement, for the period of March 1, 2020 through July 31, 2021, Federal funds allocated through FTA Section 5311 CARES ACT, in the amount not to exceed $1,084,616.00

3. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders to

execute Contract Modification #1 and Contract Modification #2 with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs to extend the original grant term through December 31, 2020 and increase the total grant amount by $7,500.00, from the original amount of $15,000.00 to $22,500.00.

4. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Hunterdon County Health Department to accept a

Radon Awareness Program Grant, from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, in the amount of $2,000.00 for the period of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

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5. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Freeholder Director to sign and accept the FY20 Homeland Security Preparedness Grant (Award No. 2020-SS-00042, CFDA No. 97.067) with the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security in the amount of $148,156.95.

XII. PURCHASING, Ray Rule, QPA

1. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Freeholder Director to sign on behalf of the County, a Professional Services Agreement with Malick & Scherer, P.C. for a NJDEP permit modification and extension for the Prescott Bridge, in an amount not to exceed $61,696.82.

2. RESOLUTION - Approving Requisition #R0-05256 with Direct Flooring, in an

amount not to exceed $64,851.85 for flooring upgrades.

3. RESOLUTION - Approving Requisition #R0-05257 with Direct Flooring, in an amount not to exceed $69,225.98, for flooring replacement at the Justice Complex.

XIII. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE , Marc Saluk, Director

1. RESOLUTION - Expressing the support of the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders for revisions to the Main Street Flemington Redevelopment known as Courthouse Square.

XIV. LAND USE / OPEN SPACE, Bob Hornby

1. RESOLUTION - Authorizing final approval of the proposed acquisition of a development easement on the property owned by Susan Thomas, located on Rainbow Hill Rd, Flemington, NJ; and designated as Block 21, Lot 13 in East Amwell Township, County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey, totaling approximately 33.9 acres and appropriating $71,190 through a Municipal Planning Incentive Grant.

2. RESOLUTION - Authorizing final approval of the proposed acquisition of a

development easement on the property owned by Jason and Ashley Onuschak, located at 452 Cherryville Road, Pittstown, NJ; and designated as Block 30, Lot 13 in the Township of Franklin, County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey, totaling approximately 20.6 acres, and appropriating $8,668.80 through a Municipal Planning Incentive Grant.

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XV. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR, Kevin Davis

1. RESOLUTION - Authorizing Creation of the COVID-19 Municipal Grant Program XVI. CONSENT AGENDA “All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed below. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.”

1. RESOLUTION - Approval of the claims in accordance with the Claims Register dated October 06, 2020.

2. RESOLUTION - Approval of the executive and regular session meeting minutes of

September 15, 2020

3. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the appointment of temporary employees at the Hunterdon County Board of Elections, in support of the 2020, due to Executive Order 177 signed by Governor Murphy.

4. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the provisional promotion of Michael Biel to the title

Road Repairer 2 in the Hunterdon County Department of Public Works, Division of Roads.

5. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the regular appointment of Eric Hammerstone as a

Laborer 1 in the Hunterdon County Department of Public Works, Division of Roads.

6. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Freeholder Director to execute, on behalf of the

County of Hunterdon, a contract with Martin and Cathleen DeSapio for a development easement identified as Block 6, Lot 11 on the Tax Map of the Township of Kingwood for approximately 48.4 gross acres.

7. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Freeholder Director and Freeholder Clerk to sign

on behalf of the County, the 2020 agreement with Millersville University of Pennsylvania for assistance in performing surveillance in connection with the County’s Black Fly Control Program

8. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Freeholder Director and Freeholder Clerk to sign

on behalf of the County, the Grant Agreements and Deed

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of Easements for the Peacefield, LLC preservation purchases consisting of Block 15, Lots 10.01, 10, 10.02 and 10.03 in the Township of Alexandria.

9. RESOLUTION - Requiring the immediate and proper disposal of a pet’s solid

waste deposited on any property owned and operated by Hunterdon County.

10. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Hunterdon County Office of Emergency

Management to apply for Flood Mitigation Assistance to provide for the elevation of homes deemed as Severe Repetitive Loss properties by FEMA.

11. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Freeholder Director and Clerk of the Board of

Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon, to execute a Discharge of Mortgage on Block 13, Lot 10 in the Township of East Amwell.

12. RESOLUTION - Approving a temporary/interim retroactive salary adjustment for

John Gamatko in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement with CWA Local 1036 for temporarily filling the role of Supervisor of Roads.

13. RESOLUTION - Acknowledging the action of Acting County Prosecutor/Assistant

Attorney General Michael J. Williams to appoint Julia Ahearn as a County Investigator in the Hunterdon County Prosecutor's Office.

14. RESOLUTION - Authorizing a base salary adjustment for Lindsay Heller for

taking on additional duties and responsibilities.

15. RESOLUTION - Authorizing a base salary adjustment for Erika Evans for taking on additional duties and responsibilities.

16. RESOLUTION - Acknowledging the action of Acting County Prosecutor/Assistant

Attorney General Michael J. Williams to appoint Joseph Guzzo as a County Investigator in the Hunterdon County Prosecutor's Office.

17. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the purchase of Block 57, Lots 13, 13.01, and 13.02, in

the Township of Lebanon, known as the Denton Property, in the amount of $976,000.00.

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18. RESOLUTION - Authorization to the County Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the replacement of County Bridge C-32 Payne Road in the Township of Clinton.

19. RESOLUTION - Approving a contract amendment to County Bid 2019-22 with PJ

Building Cleaning, LLC for janitorial services for Hunterdon County buildings in response to COVID-19.

20. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Freeholder Director to sign on behalf of the

County, a Linking Agreement with Bank of America for a Procurement Card Program.

21. RESOLUTION - Updating "Through Street" and "STOP Sign" guidance on County

Route 628 in the Township of Lebanon and Borough of Glen Gardner.

22. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders to

execute a provider services contract with Prevention Resources, Inc, for the provision of community based services, specifically Opioid Recovery Event Coordinator services, pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth in the Department of Human Services 2020 Request for Proposals 0021-2020, for the period of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

23. RESOLUTION - Authorizing red light permits for the Hunterdon County Medical

Examiner. 24. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Department of Human Services to submit a grant

application to NJ TRANSIT, in the amount of $421,664.00, on behalf of The County of Hunterdon, under the Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Act for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

25. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Freeholder Director to sign a Section 5311 Federal

Transit Act Grant Application, in the amount of $362,719.00.00 (federal funds: $362,719.00; state matching funds: $181,359.50; and a county match of $181,359.50 = total program of $725,438.00) for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

26. RESOLUTION - Authorizing the provisional promotion of Jacob Nienow to the

title Bridge Repairer in the Hunterdon County Department of Public Works, Bridge Division with an additional base pay adjustment of $300.00 for obtaining his class A CDL.

27. RESOLUTION -

Authorizing Contract Amendment #1 with GTM Consulting for COVID-19 Phase 3 - Remote Work, Business Continuity, and Risk Mitigation.

XVII. CORRESPONDENCE

1. RESOLUTION - Approving a request from the Tewksbury First Aid & Rescue Squad to host a coin toss on October 17 and October 18 at the intersection of Lamington Road (Rt. 523) and Rt. 517 in Oldwick, with a rain date of October 24

and October 25. 2. RESOLUTION - Approving a request from the High Bridge Emergency Squad

to host a coin toss in front of the High Bridge Station / Station 3 at 95 W. Main Street in the Borough of High Bridge, on Saturday October 17, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with a rain date of October 18, 2020.

3. RESOLUTION - Approving a request from the High Bridge Fire Department to

host a coin toss along Route 513 in front of the municipal complex on Saturday November 28, 2020 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

4. RESOLUTION - Approving a request from the Fairmount Fire Company to host

a coin toss along the intersection of County Route 512 and County Route 517, in the Township of Tewksbury, on Friday, October 9, 2020 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

XVIII. FREEHOLDERS COMMENTS/REPORTS

XIX. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC XX. EXECUTIVE SESSION (Reconvene if necessary) XXI. ADJOURNMENT

STATE OF NEW JERSEYCOUNTY OF HUNTERDON

PROCLAMATION

2020-35 Fire Prevention Week 2020

WHEREAS, the County of Hunterdon is committed to ensuring the safety and security of allthose living in and visiting Hunterdon County; and

WHEREAS, fire is a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally, and homes arethe locations where people are at greatest risk from fire; and

WHEREAS, home fires killed more than 2,630 people in the United States in 2017, accordingto the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), and fire departments in the UnitedStates responded to 357,000 home fires; and

WHEREAS, cooking is the leading cause of home fires in the United States where firedepartments responded to more than 173,200 annually between 2013 and 2017; and

WHEREAS, two of every five home fires start in the kitchen with 31% of these fires resultingfrom unattended cooking; and

WHEREAS, more than half of reported non-fatal home cooking fire injuries occurred when thevictims tried to fight the fire themselves; and

WHEREAS, children under five face a higher risk of non-fire burns associated with cookingthan being burned in a cooking fire

WHEREAS, Hunterdon County’s residents should stay in the kitchen when frying food on thestovetop, keep a three-foot kid-free zone around cooking areas and keep anything that cancatch fire away from stove tops; and

WHEREAS, residents who have planned and practiced a home fire escape plan are moreprepared and will therefore be more likely to survive a fire; and

WHEREAS, working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in reported home fires in half; and

WHEREAS, Hunterdon County first responders are dedicated to reducing the occurrence ofhome fires and home fire injuries through prevention and protection education; and

WHEREAS, Hunterdon County’s residents are responsive to public education measures andare able to take personal steps to increase their safety from fire, especially in their homes; and

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WHEREAS, the 2020 Fire Prevention Week theme, “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen”effectively serves to remind us to stay alert and use caution when cooking to reduce the risk ofkitchen fires.

THEREFORE, the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders do hereby proclaimOctober 4-10, 2020, as Fire Prevention Week throughout this state, and urge all residents ofHunterdon County by checking their kitchens for fire hazards and using safe cooking practicesduring Fire Prevention Week 2020, and to support the many public safety activities and effortsof Hunterdon County’s fire and emergency services.

ROLL CALL MOVED SECONDED AYES NAYS ABSTAIN ABSENT

Shaun C. Van Doren, Director

Susan J. Soloway, DeputyDirector

J. Matthew Holt, Freeholder

John E. Lanza, Freeholder

Zachary T. Rich, Freeholder

ADOPTED October 6, 2020

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PROCLAMATION

2020-36 Rebecca Phillips Dairy Princess

WHEREAS, Hunterdon County selects a dairy princess each year since 1965; and

WHEREAS, Rebecca Phillips, of West Amwell Township, is a senior at South Hunterdon Regional HighSchool; and

WHEREAS, Rebecca Phillips has been a member of the Mount Airy Dairy 4-h Club for eight years and iscurrently the president; and

WHEREAS, Rebecca Phillips has breed and shown her own Holstein cattle where they are kept atSpring Run Dairy in Alexandria Township; and

WHEREAS, Rebecca Phillips has served as a Hunterdon County Dairy Ambassador for eight years, andis a member of the South Hunterdon Regional FFA Chapter as a reporter, is on the varsity field hockey,basketball, softball teams, and participates in the Key Club and Peer Leaders Program; and

BE IT RESOLVED, the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders extends to Rebecca Phillipsindividually, collectively and with great pride, their sincere congratulations for the honor of Dairy Princessand the Board wishes Rebecca Phillips much success in all her future endeavors.








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PROCLAMATION

2020-37 Francesca Streicher Dairy Princess

WHEREAS, Hunterdon County selects a dairy princess each year since 1965; and

WHEREAS, Francesca Streicher, of Clinton Township, has been a member of the Mount Airy Dairy 4-HClub for seven years and is the Vice President; and

WHEREAS, Francesca Streicher has served as a Hunterdon County Dairy Ambassador for the last threeyears; and

WHEREAS, Francesca Streicher leases cows from Holland Valley Farm in Holland Township, whereDuane and Kathy Young have been mentors during her 4-H time; and

WHEREAS, Francesca Streicher is a senior at Mount Saint Mary Academy, where she is President ofthe Society of Women Engineers Club, a Peer Facilitator, and a member of the Nation Honor Society;and

BE IT RESOLVED, the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders extends to Francesca Streicherindividually, collectively and with great pride, their sincere congratulations for the honor of Dairy Princessand the Board wishes Francesca Streicher much success in all her future endeavors.








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RESOLUTION

2020-572 Amendment to Covid-19 Testing Services Agreement

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholder Director herby confirms the action of the countyAdministrator to sign an Amended COVID-19 Testing Service agreement with the Hunterdon MedicalCenter for the period of July 20, 2020 to December 31, 2020.








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RESOLUTION

2020-573 New Jersey Mental Health and Addiction Services - County Comprehensive Alcoholism and

Drug Abuse Services Contract #21-532-ADA-0

Budget Account #(Acct. No. G-02-41-7662)

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services is acceptingapplications for the County Comprehensive Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Services Contract forcalendar year 2020 for the 2020-2023 planning cycle; and

WHEREAS, the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services has awarded the County ofHunterdon, through renewal contract number 21-532-ADA-0, $221,545.00 in State funds and$28,699.00 in County Match (provided through regular County appropriations to alcohol/drugabuse service providers and fringe benefits for apportioned County staff);

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of the Board of ChosenFreeholders of the County of Hunterdon is hereby authorized to sign County ComprehensiveAlcoholism and Drug Abuse Contract #21-532-ADA-0, in the amount of $221,545.00, with aCounty Match of $28,699.00 for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021.








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RESOLUTION

2020-574 Resolution Supporting an Operating Assistance Agreement with NJ Transit for FTA Section5311 CARES Act Funding to Operate the Hunterdon County Consolidated Transportation

System

Budget Account #(Account No. G-02-41-7753-220)

WHEREAS, the County of Hunterdon was awarded a n Operating Assistance grant for federalfunds allocated through FTA Section 5311, in the amount not to exceed $356,972.00 with NewJersey Transit allocating $178,486.00 and a County match of $178,486.00, for operating theHunterdon County Consolidated Transportation system, for the period of January 1, 2020through December 31, 2020; and

WHEREAS, on May 5, 2020 the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders authorizedan application with NJ TRANSIT, who as the Designated Recipient will apply to the U.S.Department of Transportation, requesting aid in the financing of administration, capital and/oroperating assistance projects pursuant to Section 5311 CARES ACT of the Federal TransitAct, and

WHEREAS, Hunterdon County has been awarded a grant through FTA Section 5311 CARESACT in the amount not to exceed $1,084,606.00 with New Jersey Transit, no local matchrequired, for operating the Hunterdon County Consolidated Transportation system, for theperiod of March 1, 2020 through July 31, 2021; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director and Clerk of the Board of ChosenFreeholders of the County of Hunterdon are hereby authorized to sign, on behalf of theCounty, a Supplemental Agreement, for the period of March 1, 2020 through July 31, 2021,Federal funds allocated through FTA Section 5311 CARES ACT, in the amount not to exceed$1,084,616.00, no local match required, with New Jersey Transit for operating the HunterdonCounty Consolidated Transportation system.







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RESOLUTION

2020-575 Authorizing Contract Modifications #1 & #2 with the NJ Department of Military and Veterans

Affairs

Budget Account #Acct. No. G-02-41-7992

WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey, Department of Military and Veterans Affairs awarded theCounty of Hunterdon a grant in the amount of $15,000.00 for the period July 1, 2019 throughJune 30, 2020 for the purpose of providing transportation services to veterans for medicalpurposes or appointments at the Veterans Affairs regional offices; and

WHEREAS, Contract Modification #1 extended the original grant term for three (3) months,July 1, 2020 through September 30, 2020, with an increase in grant funds in the amount of$3,750.00; and

WHEREAS, due to the on-going public health crisis, the Department of Military and VeteransAffairs wishes to extend the original grant term for an additional three (3) months, September30, 2020 through December 31, 2020, with an additional increase in grant funds in the amountof $3,750.00;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholdersis hereby authorized to enter into a Contract Modification #2 agreement with the Departmentof Military and Veterans Affairs to extend the original grant term an additional three (3) monthsthrough December 31, 2020 and increase the grant amount by $3,750.00, from the originalamount of $15,000.00 to $22,500.00.







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RESOLUTION

2020-576 Radon Awareness Grant Application Renewal

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon, does herebyauthorize the Hunterdon County Health Department to accept a Radon Awareness Program Grant, fromthe New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, in the amount of $2,000.00 for the period ofJuly 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.








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RESOLUTION

2020-577 FY20 Homeland Security Award Acceptance

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Freeholder Director is hereby authorized to sign and accept theFY20 Homeland Security Preparedness Grant (Award No. 2020-SS-00042, CFDA No.97.067) with the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security in the amount of $148,156.95.








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RESOLUTION

2020-578 Engineering Services for the Prescott Bridge

Budget Account #C-04-55-0613-966 & C-04-55-1902-906

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon, ishereby authorized to sign, on behalf of the County, a Professional Services Agreement with Malick &Scherer, P.C. for a NJDEP permit modification and extension for the Prescott Bridge. Funding will beprovided from accounts C-04-55-0613-966 & C-04-55-1902-906, in an amount not to exceed $61,696.82.








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RESOLUTION

2020-579 Flooring Upgrades-Heron Glen

Budget Account #C-04-55-2005-211

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Law requires that purchases in excess of $44,000.00 beapproved by resolution of the Governing Body; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County ofHunterdon does hereby approve the purchase of commodity(s)/service(s), requisition(s), #R0-05256 withDirect Flooring, doing business at 12 Minneakoning Road in Flemington New Jersey 08822 for the HeronGlen flooring upgrades, in an amount not to exceed $64,851.85; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the commodity(s)/service(s) will be purchased under Accounts #C-04-55-2005-211;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chief Financial Officer of the County of Hunterdon has certifiedthe availability of funding in the County Budget.








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RESOLUTION

2020-580 Flooring Replacement-Surrogate’s Office


WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Law requires that purchases in excess of $44,000.00 beapproved by resolution of the Governing Body; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County ofHunterdon does hereby approve the purchase of commodity(s)/service(s), requisition(s), #R0-05257 withDirect Flooring, doing business at 12 Minneakoning Road in Flemington New Jersey 08822 for theSurrogate’s Office flooring replacement, in an amount not to exceed $69,225.98; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the commodity(s)/service(s) will be purchased under Accounts #C-04-55-2005-208;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chief Financial Officer of the County of Hunterdon has certifiedthe availability of funding in the County Budget.








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2020-581

SUPPORT FOR APPROVED REVISIONS TO THE MAIN STREET FLEMINGTONREDEVELOPMENT KNOWN AS COURTHOUSE SQUARE

WHEREAS, in February of 2017, Hunterdon County Freeholders endorsed the Main Street Flemingtonredevelopment plan, known as the Courthouse Square Project; and

WHEREAS, the Borough of Flemington originally approved this redevelopment plan in December of2017; and

WHEREAS, since that time, the original approved plan has been substantially revised to take intoaccount public concern about the perseveration of historic structures and ongoing concerns aboutthe projects’ scale; and

WHEREAS, the Borough of Flemington approved this new revised redevelopment plan for theCourthouse Square Project in September of 2020; and

WHEREAS, the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders continues to encourage responsibleredevelopment and investment in our downtown centers while retaining its rural character; and

WHEREAS, Hunterdon County demonstrated its commitment to targeted economic development bycreating an Economic Development Division and hiring its Director; and

WHEREAS, the revised Main Street Flemington redevelopment effort, known as the Courthouse SquareProject, addresses many economic development objectives and supports long term economic viability forHunterdon County.

NOW, THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County ofHunterdon does hereby acknowledge that the revised Main Street Flemington redevelopment plan,known as the Courthouse Square Project, supports and promotes economic sustainability; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders does herebyendorse the Main Street Flemington redevelopment plan, known as the Courthouse Square Project.




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RESOLUTION

2020-582 Final Cost Share Approval for the Thomas Farm, East Amwell Township

Budget Account #C-04-55-2003-803, R0-05203

WHEREAS, the County of Hunterdon may acquire a development easement in accordance with theState Agriculture Retention and Development Act, N.J.S.A. 4:1C 11 et. seq., the Municipal PlanningIncentive Grant Program, N.J.S.A. 4:1C 43.1, and the regulations thereunder; and

WHEREAS, on March 7, 2019, the Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board (CADB) receivedan application for the proposed acquisition of a development easement on the approximately 36.4-acreproperty owned by Susan Thomas, located on Rainbow Hill Rd, Flemington, NJ; and designated asBlock 21, Lot 13 in East Amwell Township, County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey; and

WHEREAS, on May 28, 2020, the State Agriculture development Committee (SADC) certified the fairmarket value (CMV) of the development easement pursuant to N.J.A.C. 2:76-7.14 at $10,500.00 peracre on the Thomas Farm with one dwelling opportunity consisting of: zero Residential Dwelling SiteOpportunity (RDSO); zero existing dwellings in the Proposed Easement Area; zero severableexceptions; and one 2.5-acre non-severable exception limited to one future single-family residential unit;resulting in approximately 33.9 net acres; and

WHEREAS, on July 9, 2020, the landowner accepted the CMV of $10,500.00 per acre, conditioned uponall interested parties granting final approval for acquisition of a development easement; and providing fora commitment of funding pursuant to N.J.A.C. 2:76-17.16; and

WHEREAS, on September 10, 2020, the CADB passed a resolution recommending that the FreeholderBoard provide final authorization for the proposed acquisition of a development easement with anestimated cost sharing breakdown as follows (based on an estimated 33.9 acres), subject to:

a) The actual acreage to be covered by the development easement per the final survey whichconforms to the farmland preservation program requirements, andb) Any additional adjustments pursuant to State statute, rule, regulation, or policy;

State Agriculture Development Committee ~$213,570.00 ($6,300.00/acre; ~60% of est. total cost)

Hunterdon County ~$71,190.00($2,100.00/acre; ~20% of est. total cost)

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East Amwell Township ~$71,190.00($2,100.00/acre; ~20% of est. total cost) Total ~$355,950.00

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders givesfinal approval to the proposed acquisition of a development easement on the property owned by SusanThomas, located on Rainbow Hill Rd, Flemington, NJ; and designated as Block 21, Lot 13 in EastAmwell Township, County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey, and on approximately 33.9 acres pursuantto the Municipal Planning Incentive Grant application subject to the following:

1. The conveyance of a development easement which shall provide for the following:a. Exceptions: one 2.5-acre non-severable exception limited to one future single-family residential unit;b. Dwellings: One future dwelling in a non-severable exception area;c. Agricultural Labor Housing Units: Zero existing or proposedd. Preexisting Non-Agricultural Uses: Zero existing or proposed e. Trail or Access Easements: Zero Existing or Proposed2. The conveyance of a Restrictive Covenant providing for an annual mowing of the property; and3. The conveyance of any and all proposed County rights-of-way from the owners of the fee simple titleto the property as indicated by the office of the Hunterdon County Engineer; and4. The County's contribution is based on the assumption that the Township paid an amount ofconsideration for the Development Easement based upon an amount equal to, or greater than, theSADC certified fair market value per acre of the Development Easement. The County's contribution shallbe reduced in accordance with County policy if that was not the case. 5. The office of the Hunterdon County Counsel is directed to prepare a Municipal/County Cost SharingAgreement providing for the apportionment of costs related to the preparation of a conforming surveyand issuance of a title insurance policy; and6. The Freeholder Director, or the Deputy Director and/or County Counsel are authorized to sign anyand all documents necessary for the acquisition of the Development Easement on the property known asBlock 21, Lot 13, in the Township of East Amwell; and7. The easement will be held by Hunterdon County upon closing; and 8. The County of Hunterdon will contribute an estimated sum of approximately $71,190. The County'scontribution shall be paid in full at closing, using Account #C-04-55-2003-803, Requisition R0-05203; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, a copy of this Resolution shall be forwarded to the landowner/applicant,Township of East Amwell, and the State Agriculture Development Committee.







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2020-583 Final Cost Share Approval for the Onuschak Farm, Franklin Twp.

Budget Account #C-04-55-2003-802, R0-05092

WHEREAS, the County of Hunterdon may acquire a development easement in accordance with theState Agriculture Retention and Development Act, N.J.S.A. 4:1C 11 et. seq., the County PlanningIncentive Grant Program, N.J.S.A. 4:1C 43.1, and the regulations thereunder; and

WHEREAS, on February 25, 2019, the Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)received an application for the proposed acquisition of a development easement on the approximately23.6-acre property owned by Jason and Ashley Onuschak, located at 452 Cherryville Road, Pittstown,NJ; and designated as Block 30, Lot 13 in the Township of Franklin, County of Hunterdon, State of NewJersey

WHEREAS, on May 28, 2020, the State Agriculture development Committee (SADC) certified the fairmarket value (CMV) of the development easement pursuant to N.J.A.C. 2:76-7.14 at $3,100.00 per acreon the Onuschak Farm with one dwelling opportunity consisting of: zero Residential Dwelling SiteOpportunity (RDSO); zero existing dwellings in the Proposed Easement Area; zero severableexceptions; and one 3.0-acre non-severable exception limited to one existing single-family residentialunit; resulting in approximately 20.6 net acres; and

WHEREAS, on August 14, 2020, the landowner accepted the CMV of $3,100.00 per acre, conditionedupon all interested parties granting final approval for acquisition of a development easement; andproviding for a commitment of funding pursuant to N.J.A.C. 2:76-17.16; and

WHEREAS, on September 10, 2020, the CADB passed a resolution recommending that the FreeholderBoard provide final authorization for the proposed acquisition of a development easement with anestimated cost sharing breakdown as follows (based on an estimated 20.6 acres), subject to:

a) The actual acreage to be covered by the development easement per the final survey whichconforms to the farmland preservation program requirements, andb) Any additional adjustments pursuant to State statute, rule, regulation, or policy;

State Agriculture Development Committee ~$46,646.40($2,260.00/acre; ~73% of est. total cost)

Hunterdon County ~$8,668.80($420.00/acre; ~13% of est. total cost)

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Franklin Township ~$8,668.80($420.00/acre; ~13% of est. total cost)

Total @ $3,100/acre ~$63,984.00

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders givesfinal approval to the proposed acquisition of a development easement on the property owned by Jasonand Ashley Onuschak, located at 452 Cherryville Road, Pittstown, NJ; and designated as Block 30, Lot13 in the Township of Franklin, County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey, and on approximately 20.6acres pursuant to the Municipal Planning Incentive Grant application subject to the following:

1. The conveyance of a development easement which shall provide for the following:a. Exceptions: one 3.0-acre non-severable exception limited to one existing single-family residentialunit;b. Dwellings: One existing dwelling in a non-severable exception area;c. Agricultural Labor Housing Units: Zero existing or proposedd. Preexisting Non-Agricultural Uses: Zero existing or proposed e. Trail or Access Easements: Zero Existing or Proposed2. The conveyance of a Restrictive Covenant providing for an annual mowing of the property; and3. The conveyance of any and all proposed County rights-of-way from the owners of the fee simple titleto the property as indicated by the office of the Hunterdon County Engineer; and4. The County's contribution is based on the assumption that the Township paid an amount ofconsideration for the Development Easement based upon an amount equal to, or greater than, theSADC certified fair market value per acre of the Development Easement. The County's contribution shallbe reduced in accordance with County policy if that was not the case. 5. The office of the Hunterdon County Counsel is directed to prepare a Municipal/County Cost SharingAgreement providing for the apportionment of costs related to the preparation of a conforming surveyand issuance of a title insurance policy; and 6. CADB Staff is directed to provide for a survey of the property in accordance with SADC policy; and7. The Freeholder Director, or the Deputy Director and/or County Counsel are authorized to sign anyand all documents necessary for the acquisition of the Development Easement on the property known asBlock 30, Lot 13, in the Township of Franklin; and8. The easement will be held by Hunterdon County upon closing; and 9. The County of Hunterdon will contribute an estimated sum of approximately $8,668.80. TheCounty's contribution shall be paid in full at closing, using Account #C-04-55-2003-802, Requisition R0-05092; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution shall be forwarded to thelandowner/applicant, Township of Franklin, and the State Agriculture Development Committee.



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STATE OF NEW JERSEY COUNTY OF HUNTERDON

RESOLUTION 2020-584

COVID-19 Municipal Grant Program WHEREAS, the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency has shouldered municipal governments in Hunterdon County with unanticipated costs ranging from the acquisition of personal protective equipment (PPE), employee overtime costs, retrofitting of public spaces, and acquisition of cleaning materials; and WHEREAS, the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders desires to provide funding to assist Hunterdon County municipalities in support of expenditures made in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency; and WHEREAS, this program shall be known as the Hunterdon County COVID-19 Municipal Grant Program; and WHEREAS, the amount of funding for each municipal grant will be determined on the basis of .40 per capita population for each municipality with a minimum grant of $1000 and a maximum grant of $5000; and WHEREAS, the grant program shall cover the acquisition of PPE, reimbursement of health emergency overtime costs already incurred, purchase of protective infrastructure and equipment (new acquisitions and reimbursement of expenses already incurred), cleaning supplies and services, sanitizer, emergency management expenses, reimbursement of COVID-19 related overtime costs, and any other costs determined to be expended in response to the ongoing public health emergency; and WHEREAS, Hunterdon County municipalities shall submit their grant application for funding in accordance with the above standards by November 30, 2020; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders authorize the creation of the Hunterdon County COVID-19 Municipal Grant Program; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Administrator, County CFO, County Counsel, Clerk of the Board, and Office of Emergency Management shall be tasked with implementing this program as outlined in this resolution.

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RESOLUTION

2020-585 Temporary Hires - Board of Elections

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders approves the thefollowing temporary hourly appointments in support of the 2020 General Election and workdue to Executive Order 177 in the County of Hunterdon Board of Elections: Michelle HarrisLinda JaszynDiana PottsAkiko DeckerJoyce SantosLisa WalkerDavid AndersonNancy MathewsElizabeth CronceSandra SearchMichele CollinsMichael CollinsCarol BastowCathy Drummond Effective: October 5, 2020Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour








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RESOLUTION

2020-586 Promotion - Public Works/Division of Roads

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders approves theprovisional promotion of Michael Biel to the title Road Repairer 2 in the Hunterdon CountyDepartment of Public Works, Division of Roads. Effective: October 19, 2020Base Salary: $36,284.05Weekly Hours: 40Union: CWA Local 1036 Rank & File








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RESOLUTION2020-587

New Hire - Eric Hammerstone - Division of Roads

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders approves the regular appointment of Eric Hammerstone as a Laborer 1 in the Hunterdon County Department of Public Works, Division of Roads contingent upon the successful outcome of a post offer medical evaluation.

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RESOLUTION2020-588

Contract for Purchase of Development Easement on the DeSapio Property

Budget Account #n/a

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon is hereby authorized to execute, on behalf of the County of Hunterdon, a contract with Martin and Cathleen DeSapio for a development easement identified as Block 6, Lot 11 on the Tax Map of the Township of Kingwood for approximately 48.4 gross acres.








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RESOLUTION2020-589

Contract between the County of Hunterdon and Millersville University for Black FlySurveillance.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of theCounty of Hunterdon are hereby authorized to sign, on behalf of the County, the 2020agreement with Millersville University of Pennsylvania for assistance in performingsurveillance in connection with the County’s Black Fly Control Program, for a cost not toexceed $10,500.00.








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RESOLUTION2020-590

Grant Agreement and Deed of Development Easement for the Peacefield, LLC Preservation Purchase

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of theCounty of Hunterdon are hereby authorized to sign, on behalf of the County, the GrantAgreements and Deed of Easements for the Peacefield, LLC preservation purchasesconsisting of Block 15, Lots 10.01, 10, 10.02 and 10.03 in the Township of Alexandria.








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2020-592 Pet Waste Disposal Resolution

BE IT RESOLVED: that all pet owners and keepers are required to immediately and properlydispose of their pet’s solid waste deposited on any property owned and operated byHunterdon County.

SECTION I. Definitions:

1. Immediate- shall mean that the pet solid waste is removed at once, without delay.2. Owner/Keeper- any person who shall possess, maintain, house or harbor any pet,

whether or not the owner of such pet.3. Person- any individual, corporation, company, partnership, firm association, or political

subdivision of this State subject to County jurisdiction.4. Pet- a domesticated animal (other than a disability assistance animal) kept for

amusement or companionship5. Pet solid waste- waste matter expelled from the bowels of the pet; excrement6. Proper disposal- placement in a designated waste receptible, or other suitable container,

and discarded in a refuse container which is regularly emptied; or disposal into a systemdesigned to convey domestic sewage for proper treatment and disposal

WHEREAS; Any owner or keeper who requires the use of a disability assistance animal shallbe exempt from the provisions of this section while such animal is being used for that purpose.

WHEREAS; The provisions of this resolution shall be enforceable by any local/state policeofficer, County Sheriff officer, or County Park Ranger.

WHEREAS; Any person(s) convicted by a court of competent jurisdiction of violating thisresolution shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $200.00.

WHEREAS; Each section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase of this resolution isdeclared to be an independent section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase, and thefinding or holding of any such portion or this resolution to be unconstitutional, void, orineffective for any cause, or reason, shall not affect any other portion of this resolution.

WHEREAS; This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption and anypublication, as may be required by law.

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RESOLUTION2020-592

Authorizing the Submission of a FEMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant

WHEREAS, the Flood Mitigation Assistance Program is a competitive grant program that provides funding to states, local communities, federally-recognized tribes and territories. Funds can be used for projects that reduce or eliminate the risk of repetitive flood damage to buildings insured by the National Flood Insurance Program; and

WHEREAS, FEMA chooses recipients based on the applicant’s ranking of the project and the eligibility and cost-effectiveness of the project; and

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chose Freeholders hereby authorizes the Office of Emergency Management to apply for Flood Mitigation Assistance to provide for the elevation of homes deemed as Severe Repetitive Loss properties by FEMA.








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RESOLUTION2020-593

Resolution Authorizing a Discharge of Mortgage, Block 13, Lot 10 in the Township of East Amwell

WHEREAS, the Hunterdon County Housing Corporation is the mortgagee in a certain mortgage executed by Mildred Wolfe on October 31, 2006 and recorded on November 13, 2006 in Mortgage Book 3080, at Page 426 in the Office of the Hunterdon County Clerk. Said Mortgage was modified on April 30, 2007 and the Modification of Mortgage was recorded on July 16, 2007 in Book 3164, at Page 736. The mortgage was assigned to the County of Hunterdon, said Assignment of Mortgage being recorded on April 8, 2009 in Book 2026 at Page 753. The mortgage being a lien on the property in the amount of $37,864.00 on property known as Block 13, Lot 10 in the Township of East Amwell, Hunterdon County, State of New Jersey.

The mortgage has been paid in full and may be discharged or canceled of record.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director and Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon are hereby authorized to execute the Discharge of Mortgage so that said mortgage may be canceled of record.








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RESOLUTION2020-594

John Gamatko Interim Supervisor - Department of Public Works, Division of Roads

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders approves thatJohn Gamatko full-time Equipment Operator in the Hunterdon County Department of PublicWorks, Division of Roads, be granted a temporary/interim retroactive salary adjustment inaccordance with the collective bargaining agreement with CWA Local 1036 for temporarilyfilling the role of Supervisor of Roads.

Effective: September 10, 2020Interim Base Salary: $57,803.91Weekly Hours: 40Union: CWA Local 1036 Rank & File








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RESOLUTION2020-595

Julia Ahearn Appointment

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders herebyacknowledges the action of Acting County Prosecutor/Assistant Attorney General Michael J.Williams to appoint Julia Ahearn as a County Investigator in the Hunterdon County Office ofthe Prosecutor contingent upon the outcome of post offer medical and backgroundevaluations.

Effective: October 19, 2020Base Salary: $45,000.00Weekly Hours: 35Union: FOP 186








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RESOLUTION2020-596

Salary Adjustment - Lindsay Heller

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders approves a salary adjustment provided for the additional duties and responsibilities assigned to Lindsay Heller, Secretary to the Board of Chosen Freeholders.

Effective: October 19, 2020Base Salary: $44,000.00Weekly Hours: 40Affiliation: Unclassified








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RESOLUTION2020-597

Salary Adjustment - Erika Evans

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders approves a salary adjustmentprovided for the assignment of additional duties and responsibilities to Erika Evans,Confidential Aide in the Hunterdon County Department of Human Resources.

Effective: October 29, 2020Base Salary: $44,800.00Weekly Hours: 40Affiliation: Unclassified








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RESOLUTION2020-598

Joseph Guzzo Appointment

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders hereby acknowledges the action of Acting County Prosecutor/Assistant Attorney General Michael J. Williams to appoint Joseph Guzzo as a County Investigator in the Hunterdon County Office of the Prosecutor contingent upon the outcome of post offer medical and background evaluations.

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RESOLUTION2020-599

Purchase of Block 57, Lot 13, 13.01, & 13.02 in Lebanon Township known as the DentonProperty.


NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon hereby approves the purchase of Block 57, Lots 13, 13.01, and 13.02, in the Township of Lebanon, known as the Denton Property, in the amount of $976,000.00, and authorizes the Freehold Director or Deputy Director to sign, on behalf of the County, a Purchase Contract with the Estate of Joshua Denton, as prepared and approved by County Counsel and any subsequent amendments thereto. Funding for this acquisition shall be provided by grant funding through the Green Acres Program and Hunterdon County through account C-04-55-2003-701 and R0-05213.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Board of Chosen Freeholders authorizes County Counsel, the County Administrator, the Division of Planning, and Division of Finance to take all action necessary and appropriate to accomplish the purchase of Block 57, Lots 13, 13.01, and 13.02, in the Township of Lebanon, including but not limited to executing the aforementioned Historic Pesticide Certification form.








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RESOLUTION2020-600

Authorization to Advertise for Bids for the Replacement of County Bridge C-32 Payne Road

WHEREAS, the Hunterdon County Engineer has prepared the specifications for thereplacement of County Bridge C-32 Payne Road, over Prescott Brook, situated in theTownship of Clinton in the County of Hunterdon; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders approves ofthe replacement of County Bridge C-32 Payne Road, over Prescott Brook, situated in ClintonTownship, County of Hunterdon; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Purchasing Agent be directed to advertise forbids for this project.








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RESOLUTION2020-601

Janitorial Services Contract Amendment for Various County Buildings

Budget Account #0-01-26-0310-224 and T-03-56-2887-004

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon, hereby approves a contract amendment to County Bid 2019-22 with PJ Building Cleaning, LLC, for janitorial services for various County buildings to the amount of $508,376.00, in response to COVID-19.

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RESOLUTION2020-602

Linking Agreement for a Procurement Card Program

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is hereby authorized to sign on behalf of the County, a Linking Agreement with Bank of America for a procurement card program pursuant to New Jersey State Contract #84675, for restrictive use when issuing a purchase order to pay for goods or services is not feasible.








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RESOLUTION2020-603

Through Street CR 628

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon, in theinterest and safety of the traveling public, wishes to amend that portion of a Resolutionadopted February 8, 1955; amended February 22, 2000 designating “Through Street” and“Stop” intersections affecting County Route 628 in the Township of Lebanon and Borough ofGlen Gardner.

COUNTY ROUTE 628

DESCRIPTION

1. From County Route 513 to the intersection with County Route 628/ West Hill Road and EastHill Road. A STOP (R1-1) sign shall be installed on the southerly approach facing northboundtraffic.

2. From and including the intersection of County Route 628/ Bunvale Road and East Hill Roadto the NJ Transit Railroad overpass. A YIELD (R1-2) sign with TO ONCOMING TRAFFIC (R1-2aP) plaque shall be installed on the easterly approach to the overpass facing westboundtraffic.

3. From and including the NJ Transit Railroad overpass to the intersection with County Route628 and Main Street. A STOP (R1-1) sign shall be installed on the easterly approach facingwestbound traffic.

4. From and including the intersection of County Route 628 and Main Street to NJ Route 31.







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RESOLUTION2020-604

Authorizing a Provider Services Contract with Prevention Resources, Inc.

Budget Account #

Acct No. 01-27-036X

WHEREAS, the County of Hunterdon sought Opioid Event Recovery Coordinator servicespursuant to the terms and conditions set forth in the Department of Human Services requestfor Proposals 0021-2020, for the term of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021; and

WHEREAS, one proposal was received in response to Request for Proposals 0021-2020 byPrevention Resources, Inc., and the proposal was found acceptable by an independentRequest for Proposal Review Committee and recommended for funding.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholdersis hereby authorized to execute a provider services contract with Prevention Resources, Inc.for the provision of community based services, specifically Opioid Recovery Event Coordinatorservices, pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth in the Department of Human Services2020 Request for Proposals 0021-2020, for the period of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.Funding for the term shall be in the amount of $15,000.00, State funds offered through the NJDivision of Mental Health and Addiction Services Innovation Grant.








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RESOLUTION2020-605

Authorizing red light permits for the Hunterdon County Medical Examiner.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Medical Examiner is permitted to have a redlight permit per N.J.A.C. 13-24-.2.4 which allows for the use of red lights and sirens by thecounty medical examiner.








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RESOLUTION2020-606

Application to NJ TRANSIT on behalf of The County of Hunterdon , for a grant under the Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Act, as amended.

Budget Account #N/A

WHEREAS, in 1984 the governor of New Jersey signed into law legislation creating the“Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Act;” and,

WHEREAS, under this law Casino Tax Revenues may be utilized for the provision of elderly (60+) and disabled transportation; and,

WHEREAS, the County of Hunterdon must submit an application to NJ Transit Corporation to obtain funding in amount of $421,664.00 for period covering January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021; and

WHEREAS, the County of Hunterdon will provide transportation services as described and intended by the Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Act.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, The County of Hunterdon

1. The Administrator of the Hunterdon County Department of Human Services shall forwardone (1) original application together with one (1) certified copy of this resolution to:

NJ TRANSIT

Local Programs & Minibus Support

One Penn Plaza East- 4 th Floor

Newark, NJ 07105-2246; and,

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of theCounty of Hunterdon is hereby authorized to execute the necessary contractual agreementson behalf of the County of Hunterdon.




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RESOLUTION2020-607

5311 Grant Application Authorization

WHEREAS, the Secretary of Transportation is authorized to make grants for a general public transportation program of projects in other than urbanized areas under Section 5311 of the Federal Transit Act, as amended;

WHEREAS, the grant for financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the Subrecipient, including the provision of the local share of the project costs in the program;

WHEREAS, it is required by the U.S. Department of Transportation in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1965, that in connection with the filing of an application for assistance under the Federal Transit Act, as amended, the Subrecipient gives an assurance that it will comply with Title VI and EEO requirements of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and U.S. Department of Transportation requirements; and

WHEREAS, the Subrecipient is required to adhere to the requirements as specified in the U.S. Department of Transportation's Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) regulation set forth in 49 C.F.R. Part 23, Subpart D.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:

1. That the Administrator is authorized to execute and file an application on behalf ofSubrecipient The County of Hunterdon, Department of Human Services, with NJTRANSIT who as the Designated Recipient will apply to the U.S. Department ofTransportation requesting aid in the financing of administration, capital and/or operatingassistance projects pursuant to Section 5311 of the Federal Transit Act, as amended.

2. That the Administrator is authorized to execute and file with such applications andassurance or any other document required by the U.S. Department of Transportationeffectuating the purposes of Title VI and EEO requirements of the Civil Rights Act of1964.

3. That the Administrator is authorized to set forth and execute affirmative minoritybusiness policies pursuant to 47 C.F.R. Part 23, Subpart D.

4. That the Administrator is authorized to furnish such additional information as the U.S.Department of Transportation may require in connection with the application.

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5. That the Administrator is authorized to execute grant agreements on behalf of LegalName of Applicant for aid in the financing of the administration, capital and/or operatingassistance.

6. That The County of Hunterdon hereby authorize the amount of $181,359.50 be obligatedas the local share required under the provisions of the grant application.








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RESOLUTION2020-608

Promotion - Department of Public Works/Bridge Division

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders approves theprovisional promotion of Jacob Nienow to the title Bridge Repairer in the Hunterdon CountyDepartment of Public Works, Bridge Division with an additional base pay adjustment of$300.00 for obtaining his class A CDL.

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RESOLUTION 2020-609

Amended Agreement with GTM Executive Consulting Budget Account #T-03-56-2887-004, T-03-56-2893-000 & 0-01-20-0140-207 Contract Amendment #1

WHEREAS, the County of Hunterdon has a need for remote workforce readiness and continuity of services related to the COVID-19 public health emergency; and WHEREAS, the Emergency Contracts Statute (N.J.S.A.40A:11-6), permits the awarding of contracts when an emergency affecting the public health, safety or welfare requires the immediate delivery of goods or the performance of services; WHEREAS, County Counsel has verified that this meets the statute and regulations governing the award of said contracts; and WHEREAS, additional workforce readiness needs have presented themselves as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency including support of remote work, business continuity, and risk mitigation; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders as follows:

The Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders hereby accepts the terms as specified in a professional services agreement between The County of Hunterdon and GTM Executive Consulting, 930 Creamery Road, Upper Makefield, PA. This contract is awarded as a professional services agreement in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-6, of the Local Public Contracts Law. The County hereby accepts the fees for the basic services and specialized services described in the agreement, in an amount not to exceed $148,813.00 (850.36) hours at $175.00 per hour) using Acct. #T-03-56-2887-004, T-03-56-2893-000 & 0-01-20-0140-207. The Director and the Clerk of the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders are hereby authorized to execute these agreements on behalf of the County. The Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to publish the Notice of Contract Awarded in the Hunterdon County Democrat.

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RESOLUTION2020-610

Tewksbury First Aid & Rescue Squad Coin Toss Approval

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders hereby approves a request from the Tewksbury First Aid & Rescue Squad to host a coin tosson October 17th and October 18th at the intersection of Lamington Road (Rt. 523) andRt. 517 in Oldwick, with a rain date of October 24th and October 25th.








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RESOLUTION2020-611

Coin Toss - High Bridge Emergency Squad

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon, does hereby approve a request from the High Bridge Emergency Squad to host a coin toss in front of the High Bridge Station/ Station 3 at 95 W. Main Street in the Borough of High Bridge, on Saturday October 17, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with a rain date of October 18, 2020.








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RESOLUTION2020-612

High Bridge Fire Department Coin Toss

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon, doeshereby approve a request from the High Bridge Fire Department to host a coin toss alongRoute 513, in front of the municipal complex in the Borough of High Bridge, on SaturdayNovember 28, 2020 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.








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RESOLUTION2020-613

Fairmount Fire Company Coin Toss

Budget Account #N/A

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Hunterdon, does hereby approve a request from the Fairmount Fire Company to host a coin toss along the intersection of County Route 512 and County Route 517, in the Township of Tewksbury, on Saturday October 9, 2020 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.








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AGENDA HUNTERDON COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS