Freeholder Meeting Minutes 9/11/07 - Atlantic County Government

ATLANTIC COUNTY

BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS

Minutes of Meeting
Stillwater Building, 201 Shore Road
Northfield, New Jersey

September 11, 2007

CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Atlantic County Board of Chosen Freeholders was called to order by Chairman Joseph Silipena at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on the above date and at the Stillwater Building, Northfield, NJ.

OPEN PUBLIC MEETING ACT Statement of Open Public Meeting Compliance: Pursuant to the Open Public Meeting Act, Chairman Joseph Silipena announced that adequate notice of this meeting, as required by said Act, has been provided to The Press and the Mainland Journal, posted on bulletin boards at 1333 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City; the Stillwater Building, 201 Shore Road, Northfield and at the County Clerk's Offices in Mays Landing.

PRAYER &
FLAG SALUTE
The prayer and flag salute was led by Chairman Silipena.

ROLL CALL The following roll call was recorded: PRESENT: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

MEETING MINUTES Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion to dispense with the reading of the July 31, 2007 Minutes and approve them as presented.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

ORDINANCE 8
FINAL READING
PROHIBITING FISHING ON BRIDGE
Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for an Ordinance extending the prohibitions and regulations of County bridges to the Longport Bridge by amending Chapter 99 of the Atlantic County Code prohibiting fishing on the Longport Bridge.
The above-mentioned Ordinance was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

PUBLIC HEARING
Chairman Silipena opened the public portion at 4:05 p.m.
Ms. Jean Petruzzi (2707 Sunset Avenue, Longport) spoke in favor of Ordinance No. 8. Ms. Petruzzi stated that many incidents have occurred as a result of the fishing on the Bridge such as hooks found on her porch and the porches and decks of neighbors. She stated that pipes have been used and destroyed to climb over fences. Also, human waste has been found in the outdoor showers.
Mr. Mark Ginsburg (Egg Harbor Township) asked when will the Ordinance go into effect?
Ms. Katie Capella (2700 Sunset Avenue, Longport) reiterated Ms. Petruzzi's comments and added that there is drinking of alcohol which results in loud talking and profanity.Ms. Loraine Pierce (552 Belview Avenue, Hammonton) stated that the County has provided the Dolores Cooper Bridge, a beautiful bridge for the fisherman to fish.
Brian Condella (41 Sunset Boulevard, Seaview Harbor, EHT) also supported Ordinance No. 8. Mr. Condella distributed pictures illustrating the dangers of individuals fishing on the bridge and a newspaper article regarding the Dolores Copper Bridge and the provisions made for the fisherman.
Longport Mayor, Mary Garvin, thanked the Longport residents, Seaview Harbor residents and Freeholder Tom Russo.
Chairman Silipena proposed no fishing in the summer and perhaps only in the winter.
Freeholder Schilling stated the issue of public safety would still exist even with seasonal fishing.
Freeholder Russo stated that the Committee explored various options and concluded that it was all or nothing.
Chairman Silipena closed the public hearing portion at 4:55 p.m.

ORDINANCE 9
VACATING CERTAIN SIGHT TRIANGLE EASEMENTS
First Reading
Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion for an Ordinance vacating and releasing certain sight triangle easements along Pomona Road in the Township of Galloway - FIRST READING.
The above-mentioned Ordinance was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

ORDINANCE 10
PAY-TO-PLAY REFORM
First Reading
Freeholder Curcio moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for an Ordinance for public contracting (Play-to-Play) reform - FIRST READING.
The above-mentioned Ordinance was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling, and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 463
AMENDING RESOLUTION 103 (2/27/07)

Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion amending Resolution No. 103 (2/27/07), regarding an agreement with Atlanticare Behavioral Health for additional adolescent outpatient alcoholism treatment for additional services in the amount of $12,500 and an amendatory contract in the amount of $51,790.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 464
FAMILY CENTERS
Freeholder Nelson moved and Freeholder Kelly seconded a motion to enter into a competitive contract renewal agreement with Family Services Association to operate family centers in Pleasantville and Egg Harbor Township for an amount not to exceed $464,056.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton

RESOLUTION 465
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SERVICES

Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Kelly seconded a motion to enter into a professional services contract with Atlanticare Behavioral Health for the provision of employee assistance program (EAP) services for an amount not to exceed $28,620.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 466
MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS
Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Nelson seconded a motion to enter into a professional services contract with Atlanticare Behavioral Health the provide medical assessments for Adult Protective Services clients for an amount not to exceed $5,695.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton

RESOLUTION 467
RENEWAL CONTRACT
Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion to enter into renewal contract with the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts in the amount of $347,348.78, revenue generating.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 468
CONTRACT WITH SUPERIOR COURT
Freeholder Nelson moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion to enter into a contract with the Superior Court of New Jersey, Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage for public information services in the amount of $2,000.00, revenue generating.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 469
AMENDING RESOLUTION 246 (6/1/04)
Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion amending Resolution No. 246 (6/1/04) regarding a professional services contract with French & Parrello Associates, P.A. for an additional $60,050.00 and an amendatory contract amount of $314,450.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 470
CONTRACT
Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion to enter into a contract with the Atlantic Cape May Workforce Investment Board for an amount not to exceed $668,861.00.

RESOLUTION 470
CONTRACT

The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 471
DEER REMOVAL SERVICES
Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Curcio seconded a motion to enter into a renewal contract with Deer Carcass Removal Services, LLC, for deer carcass removal services for an amount not to exceed $23,980.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 472
AMENDING RESOLUTION 103 (2/27/07)
Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion amending Resolution No. 103 (2/27/07) regarding professional services contracts with various contractors for Alcoholism Treatment services with the Institute for Human Development $55,200.00 reduction, Atlanticare Health Systems for a $20,220.00 increase and Maryville, Inc. for a $35,000.00 increase.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 473
ADVERTISING SPACE
Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Curcio seconded a motion to enter into a contract with South Jersey Publishing Co., The Press of Atlantic City, for providing display advertising space to Atlantic County for an amount not to exceed $109,250.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 474
EMERGENCY COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION SERVICES
Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Russo seconded a motion to enter into a contract with Global Connect, to provide emergency community notification services for an amount not to exceed $107,406.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 475
HOT MIX ASPHALT
Freeholder Curcio moved and Freeholder Kelly seconded a motion to enter into a contract with A.E. Stone, Inc. for $2,250.00 and Arawak Paving Co., Inc. for $11,700.00 for providing hot mix asphalt for pickup by Atlantic County.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 476
CHANGE ORDER #1
Freeholder Curcio moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for change order No. 1, contract with Pritchard Industries, Inc. for window cleaning at various locations for an additional $1,571.50 and an adjusted contract amount of $65,438.50.

RESOLUTION 476
CHANGE ORDER #1
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 477
IV-D REIMBURSEMENT
Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion to enter into an agreement with the New Jersey Department of Human Services for IV-D reimbursement for the Law Department in the amount of $410,856.09 and the Sheriff's Office in the amount of $295,006.81.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 478
GRANT
APPLICATION
Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for a grant application to the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for the LIHEAP CWA Administration Program in the amount of $27,815.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 479
GRANT APPLICATION
Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for a grant application to the New Jersey Department of Homeland Security for a FFY07 Homeland Security Grant Program in the amount of $1,207,859.16.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 480
GRANT APPLICATION
Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder seconded Schilling a motion for a grant application to the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety for the FY07 Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant in the amount of $165,000.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 481
AMENDING RESOLUTION 303 (6/5/07)
Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion amending Resolution No. 303 (6/5/07) regarding an agreement with the New Jersey Department of Human Services for Social Service Block Grant funds for an additional $21,063.00 and an amendatory grant amount of $349,130.00.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 482
ELECTRONICALLY TRACK INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion to enter into a competitive contract pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4,1-4.5 for the provision of hospital based biosurveillance services to electronically track infectious diseases at no cost to the County.

RESOLUTION 482
ELECTRONICALLY TRACK INFECTIOUS DISEASES
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 483
HOMELAND SECURITY GOODS & SERVICES
Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for purchases from the federal procurement Program vendors, prime vendors and/or state contract vendors for homeland security goods and services in the amount of $1,207,856.16.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton..

RESOLUTION 484
CHAPTER 159
Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion for the insertion into the budget in the sum of $1,071,103.52 from the State of New Jersey, Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness under the caption of Homeland Security Grant FFY07.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 485
APPOINTMENT
Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded the motion for the appointment of Sonya G. Harris as Clerk to the Atlantic County Board of Chosen Freeholders for a three year term.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 486
REAPPOINTMENTS
ADDED (9/10/07): Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded the motion for the reappointment of Trina Byrd, Reverend William B. Cowhered, Jr., William R. Southrey, Betty Spence and Lenore Velasquez to the Atlantic County Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) for terms to expire on January 1, 2009.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

RESOLUTION 487
REAPPOINTMENT
ADDED (9/10/07): Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Kelly seconded a motion for the reappointment of Joyce Mollineaux to the Atlantic County Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) for a term to expire January 1, 2009.
The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling, Sutton and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

There being no further business, Chairman Silipena opened the public portion of the meeting at 5:35 p.m.

Mr. Mark Ginsburg (Egg Harbor Township) questioned what is the fine for Ordinance No. 8. He stated it was not legal for Egg Harbor Township to give Longport the bridge. Concerning Resolution No. 474, Mr. Ginsburg stated he hoped it would be used for emergencies.

Mr. Jeff Rosenberg (904 Amherst Avenue, Margate) spoke about a grassroots initiative called C.O.R.P. This initiative provides relaxed laws as it pertains to real estate, housing authorities, etc. He stated he would keep the Board informed.

Mr. Steven Young (1835 N. Arkansas Avenue), Chairperson for the NAACP Prison Committee expressed issues of concern that still exist at the Atlantic County Justice Facility.

Mr. Young apprised the Board that the Committee would be touring the jail.
The Board was invited to the State NAACP Conference at the Clarion (9-21 to 9-23) in Egg Harbor Township.

FREEHOLDER
COMMENTS
Freeholder Frank Giordano spoke about the fire at the old Wheaton factory and the great job the firefighters performed.
Freeholder Sue Schilling invited the Board to the Boy Scouts of America Spirit of Scouting Award honoring Chairman Silipena.

EXECUTIVE'S OFFICE Chief of Staff, Howard Kyle invited the Board to the Atlantic County Environmental Conference on Saturday, September 15, 2007.

WRITTEN
CORRESPONDENCE
Written correspondence was received by this office during the period of August 28, 2007 to September 11, 2007.

ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mr. Kelly moved and Mr. Giordano seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sonya G. Harris
Clerk to the Board

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CALL TO ORDER	A regular meeting of the Atlantic County Board of Chosen Freeholders was called to order by Chairman Joseph Silipena at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on the above date and at the Stillwater Building, Northfield, NJ.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING ACT	Statement of Open Public Meeting Compliance: Pursuant to the Open Public Meeting Act, Chairman Joseph Silipena announced that adequate notice of this meeting, as required by said Act, has been provided to The Press and the Mainland Journal, posted on bulletin boards at 1333 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City; the Stillwater Building, 201 Shore Road, Northfield and at the County Clerk's Offices in Mays Landing.
PRAYER & FLAG SALUTE	The prayer and flag salute was led by Chairman Silipena.
ROLL CALL	The following roll call was recorded: PRESENT: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
MEETING MINUTES	Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion to dispense with the reading of the July 31, 2007 Minutes and approve them as presented. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
ORDINANCE 8 FINAL READING PROHIBITING FISHING ON BRIDGE	Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for an Ordinance extending the prohibitions and regulations of County bridges to the Longport Bridge by amending Chapter 99 of the Atlantic County Code prohibiting fishing on the Longport Bridge. The above-mentioned Ordinance was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
PUBLIC HEARING	Chairman Silipena opened the public portion at 4:05 p.m. Ms. Jean Petruzzi (2707 Sunset Avenue, Longport) spoke in favor of Ordinance No. 8. Ms. Petruzzi stated that many incidents have occurred as a result of the fishing on the Bridge such as hooks found on her porch and the porches and decks of neighbors. She stated that pipes have been used and destroyed to climb over fences. Also, human waste has been found in the outdoor showers. Mr. Mark Ginsburg (Egg Harbor Township) asked when will the Ordinance go into effect? Ms. Katie Capella (2700 Sunset Avenue, Longport) reiterated Ms. Petruzzi's comments and added that there is drinking of alcohol which results in loud talking and profanity.Ms. Loraine Pierce (552 Belview Avenue, Hammonton) stated that the County has provided the Dolores Cooper Bridge, a beautiful bridge for the fisherman to fish. Brian Condella (41 Sunset Boulevard, Seaview Harbor, EHT) also supported Ordinance No. 8. Mr. Condella distributed pictures illustrating the dangers of individuals fishing on the bridge and a newspaper article regarding the Dolores Copper Bridge and the provisions made for the fisherman. Longport Mayor, Mary Garvin, thanked the Longport residents, Seaview Harbor residents and Freeholder Tom Russo. Chairman Silipena proposed no fishing in the summer and perhaps only in the winter. Freeholder Schilling stated the issue of public safety would still exist even with seasonal fishing. Freeholder Russo stated that the Committee explored various options and concluded that it was all or nothing. Chairman Silipena closed the public hearing portion at 4:55 p.m.
ORDINANCE 9 VACATING CERTAIN SIGHT TRIANGLE EASEMENTS First Reading	Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion for an Ordinance vacating and releasing certain sight triangle easements along Pomona Road in the Township of Galloway - FIRST READING. The above-mentioned Ordinance was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
ORDINANCE 10 PAY-TO-PLAY REFORM First Reading	Freeholder Curcio moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for an Ordinance for public contracting (Play-to-Play) reform - FIRST READING. The above-mentioned Ordinance was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling, and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 463 AMENDING RESOLUTION 103 (2/27/07)	Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion amending Resolution No. 103 (2/27/07), regarding an agreement with Atlanticare Behavioral Health for additional adolescent outpatient alcoholism treatment for additional services in the amount of $12,500 and an amendatory contract in the amount of $51,790.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 464 FAMILY CENTERS	Freeholder Nelson moved and Freeholder Kelly seconded a motion to enter into a competitive contract renewal agreement with Family Services Association to operate family centers in Pleasantville and Egg Harbor Township for an amount not to exceed $464,056.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton
RESOLUTION 465 EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SERVICES	Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Kelly seconded a motion to enter into a professional services contract with Atlanticare Behavioral Health for the provision of employee assistance program (EAP) services for an amount not to exceed $28,620.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 466 MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS	Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Nelson seconded a motion to enter into a professional services contract with Atlanticare Behavioral Health the provide medical assessments for Adult Protective Services clients for an amount not to exceed $5,695.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton
RESOLUTION 467 RENEWAL CONTRACT	Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion to enter into renewal contract with the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts in the amount of $347,348.78, revenue generating. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 468 CONTRACT WITH SUPERIOR COURT	Freeholder Nelson moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion to enter into a contract with the Superior Court of New Jersey, Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage for public information services in the amount of $2,000.00, revenue generating. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 469 AMENDING RESOLUTION 246 (6/1/04)	Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion amending Resolution No. 246 (6/1/04) regarding a professional services contract with French & Parrello Associates, P.A. for an additional $60,050.00 and an amendatory contract amount of $314,450.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 470 CONTRACT	Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion to enter into a contract with the Atlantic Cape May Workforce Investment Board for an amount not to exceed $668,861.00.
RESOLUTION 470 CONTRACT	The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 471 DEER REMOVAL SERVICES	Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Curcio seconded a motion to enter into a renewal contract with Deer Carcass Removal Services, LLC, for deer carcass removal services for an amount not to exceed $23,980.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 472 AMENDING RESOLUTION 103 (2/27/07)	Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion amending Resolution No. 103 (2/27/07) regarding professional services contracts with various contractors for Alcoholism Treatment services with the Institute for Human Development $55,200.00 reduction, Atlanticare Health Systems for a $20,220.00 increase and Maryville, Inc. for a $35,000.00 increase. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 473 ADVERTISING SPACE	Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Curcio seconded a motion to enter into a contract with South Jersey Publishing Co., The Press of Atlantic City, for providing display advertising space to Atlantic County for an amount not to exceed $109,250.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 474 EMERGENCY COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION SERVICES	Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Russo seconded a motion to enter into a contract with Global Connect, to provide emergency community notification services for an amount not to exceed $107,406.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 475 HOT MIX ASPHALT	Freeholder Curcio moved and Freeholder Kelly seconded a motion to enter into a contract with A.E. Stone, Inc. for $2,250.00 and Arawak Paving Co., Inc. for $11,700.00 for providing hot mix asphalt for pickup by Atlantic County. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 476 CHANGE ORDER #1	Freeholder Curcio moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for change order No. 1, contract with Pritchard Industries, Inc. for window cleaning at various locations for an additional $1,571.50 and an adjusted contract amount of $65,438.50.
RESOLUTION 476 CHANGE ORDER #1	The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 477 IV-D REIMBURSEMENT	Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion to enter into an agreement with the New Jersey Department of Human Services for IV-D reimbursement for the Law Department in the amount of $410,856.09 and the Sheriff's Office in the amount of $295,006.81. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 478 GRANT APPLICATION	Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for a grant application to the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for the LIHEAP CWA Administration Program in the amount of $27,815.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 479 GRANT APPLICATION	Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for a grant application to the New Jersey Department of Homeland Security for a FFY07 Homeland Security Grant Program in the amount of $1,207,859.16. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 480 GRANT APPLICATION	Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder seconded Schilling a motion for a grant application to the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety for the FY07 Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant in the amount of $165,000.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 481 AMENDING RESOLUTION 303 (6/5/07)	Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion amending Resolution No. 303 (6/5/07) regarding an agreement with the New Jersey Department of Human Services for Social Service Block Grant funds for an additional $21,063.00 and an amendatory grant amount of $349,130.00. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 482 ELECTRONICALLY TRACK INFECTIOUS DISEASES	Freeholder Russo moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion to enter into a competitive contract pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4,1-4.5 for the provision of hospital based biosurveillance services to electronically track infectious diseases at no cost to the County.
RESOLUTION 482 ELECTRONICALLY TRACK INFECTIOUS DISEASES	The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 483 HOMELAND SECURITY GOODS & SERVICES	Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded a motion for purchases from the federal procurement Program vendors, prime vendors and/or state contract vendors for homeland security goods and services in the amount of $1,207,856.16. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton..
RESOLUTION 484 CHAPTER 159	Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded a motion for the insertion into the budget in the sum of $1,071,103.52 from the State of New Jersey, Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness under the caption of Homeland Security Grant FFY07. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 485 APPOINTMENT	Freeholder Kelly moved and Freeholder Schilling seconded the motion for the appointment of Sonya G. Harris as Clerk to the Atlantic County Board of Chosen Freeholders for a three year term. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 486 REAPPOINTMENTS	ADDED (9/10/07): Freeholder Schilling moved and Freeholder Giordano seconded the motion for the reappointment of Trina Byrd, Reverend William B. Cowhered, Jr., William R. Southrey, Betty Spence and Lenore Velasquez to the Atlantic County Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) for terms to expire on January 1, 2009. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
RESOLUTION 487 REAPPOINTMENT	ADDED (9/10/07): Freeholder Giordano moved and Freeholder Kelly seconded a motion for the reappointment of Joyce Mollineaux to the Atlantic County Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) for a term to expire January 1, 2009. The above-mentioned motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Curcio, Giordano, Kelly, Nelson, Russo, Schilling, Sutton and Silipena. ABSENT: Cooper and Sutton.
PUBLIC COMMENTS	There being no further business, Chairman Silipena opened the public portion of the meeting at 5:35 p.m. Mr. Mark Ginsburg (Egg Harbor Township) questioned what is the fine for Ordinance No. 8. He stated it was not legal for Egg Harbor Township to give Longport the bridge. Concerning Resolution No. 474, Mr. Ginsburg stated he hoped it would be used for emergencies. Mr. Jeff Rosenberg (904 Amherst Avenue, Margate) spoke about a grassroots initiative called C.O.R.P. This initiative provides relaxed laws as it pertains to real estate, housing authorities, etc. He stated he would keep the Board informed. Mr. Steven Young (1835 N. Arkansas Avenue), Chairperson for the NAACP Prison Committee expressed issues of concern that still exist at the Atlantic County Justice Facility. Mr. Young apprised the Board that the Committee would be touring the jail. The Board was invited to the State NAACP Conference at the Clarion (9-21 to 9-23) in Egg Harbor Township.
FREEHOLDER COMMENTS	Freeholder Frank Giordano spoke about the fire at the old Wheaton factory and the great job the firefighters performed. Freeholder Sue Schilling invited the Board to the Boy Scouts of America Spirit of Scouting Award honoring Chairman Silipena.
EXECUTIVE'S OFFICE	Chief of Staff, Howard Kyle invited the Board to the Atlantic County Environmental Conference on Saturday, September 15, 2007.
WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE	Written correspondence was received by this office during the period of August 28, 2007 to September 11, 2007.
ADJOURNMENT	There being no further business, Mr. Kelly moved and Mr. Giordano seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sonya G. Harris Clerk to the Board