SALEM COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS
JANUARY 19, 2000 MEETING MINUTES
Director C. David Sparks, Jr. opened the meeting at 07:35 P.M. with a moment of silence and pledge of allegiance to the flag.
The Director next stated that the meeting is in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act.
Motion was made by Mr. Kugler that the reading of the Minutes of the Reorganization and the last regular meeting be dispensed with and that the Minutes be received, approved and recorded in the Minute Book. Mr. Simmermon seconded his motion, which was carried by a hand vote of 6/0.
Mary Lou Powner, Executive Director Governors Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Letter of interest for grant for Municipal Alliance Coordination amount is $40,000.
Judith Tripodi, Assistant Director Div. Of Local Government Services Letter reporting the 1998 audit of the County of Salem has been accepted.
Christine Grant, Commissioner State of NJ, Dept. of Health & Senior Services Letter regarding continuation of Medicaid Peer Grouping reimbursement System for county operated longterm care facilities.
Gary Chorba, Section Manager Licensure & Grants Monitoring Unit State of NJ Letter to review applicaton for Health Service Grant
Donald Weinbaum, Manager Treatment Systems Development State of NJ Letter to review Salem County CY2000 Comprehensive Alcoholism and drug abuse plan
John Gillespie, Parker McCay & Criscuolo, Nextel Communications Letter seeking co-location of tower on Centerton Road.
County Adjusters Report December 1999
County Department of Emergency Services Monthly Report December 1999
Judiciary County Alternative Youth Shelter Report Expenditure Report December 1999
Salem County Emergency Services Monthly Report 1999
Salem County Department of Health - Report of Health Activities Month of November 1999
Salem County Mental Health Board January Agenda
Salem County Adjusters Office Annual Report 1999
Transportation Bus Transit Audit Report June 98-June 99
Treasurer Report for December 1999
-Interest Earned on Investments
-1999 Jail & Nursing Home revenue
Weights & Measures Report Monthly Report
Vocational Board of Education
Clean Communities Grant Program
Salem County Library Commission Minutes December 15 Meeting
Motion was made by Mr. Kugler that the Correspondence, Departmental Reports, and Committee/Commission Minutes be received and filed. Mr. Simmermon seconded his motion, which was carried by a hand vote of 6/0.
Motion was made by Mr. Kugler that the Rules of the Board be temporarily waived for any resolution to be considered this evening, which would require same. Mr. Simmermon seconded his motion, which carried a hand vote of 6/0.
ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE Sparks, Kugler, Simmermon
R.2000- 61 RESOLUTION AMENDING 2000 TEMPORARY BUDGET COUNTY OF SALEM Motion made by Mr. Kugler for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
Motion made by Mr. Kugler for PAYMENT OF BILLS & CLAIMS. Mr. Simmermon seconded his motion, which carried a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 62 RESOLUTION CHANGING THE CUSTODIAN OF FUNDS ON ESTABLISHED PETTY CASH Motion made by Mr. Kugler for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 63 RESOLUTION HONORING ELMER SOUTHERLAND FOR HIS CIVIC PRIDE AND PARTICIPATION IN THE GOVERNING PROCESS Motion made by Mr. Kugler for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 64 RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR SUPPLYING AND DELIVERING ONE (1) NEW YEAR 2000 LOW FLOOR RAMP EQUIPPED BOOKMOBILE FOR THE SALEM COUNTY LIBRARY COMMISSION Motion made by Mrs. Bestwick for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding her motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 65 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SALEM COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS AND B.R. WILLIAMS INC. FOR PROVISION OF OUT-OF-THE COUNTY MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION OF SENIOR CITIZENS AND DISABLED RESIDENTS OF SALEM COUNTY. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 66 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SALEM COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS AND CERTAIN MUNICIPALITIES OF SALEM COUNTY FOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES UNDER SENIOR CITIZEN AND DISABLED RESIDENT TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE ACT AND TITLE XIX FUNDS OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY ACT. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 67 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALEM COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH MEALS ON WHEELS, INC. OF SALEM COUNTY. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 68 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALEM COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH CAMDEN REGIONAL LEGAL SERVICES, INC. TO PROVIDE LEGAL SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY RESIDENTS OF SALEM COUNTY. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 69 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALEM COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH SALEMCARE, FOR THE PROVISION OF VARIED SERVICES Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 70 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALEM COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF SALEM COUNTYS HOME CARE DEPT. FOR PROVISION OF VARIED SERVICES. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 71 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZES THE SALEM COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS TO ENTER INTO THE CONTRACT WITH DAVID M. FRIEL, MD TO PROVIDE PSYCHIATRIC EVALUATIONS FOR ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000-72 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE FROM NJ STATE CONTRACT VENDOR SANSONE CHEVROLET MOTORS FOR THE SALEM COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 73 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE FROM NJ STATE CONTRACT VENDOR ATLANTIC BUSINESS PRODUCTS FOR THE SALEM COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 74 RESOLUTION APPOINTING A MEDICARE BILLING SERVICES PROVIDER FOR THE SALEM COUNTY NURSING HOME. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 75 RESOLUTION APPOINTING A MEDICAL SERVICES PROVIDER FOR THE SALEM COUNTY NURSING HOME. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 76 RESOLUTION APPOINTING A CONSULTANT PHARMACY SERVICES PROVIDER FOR THE SALEM COUNTY NURSING HOME. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 77 RESOLUTION APPOINTING A LABORATORY ANALYST AND RELATED SERVICES PROVIDER FOR THE SALEM COUNTY NURSING HOME. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 78 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH STANDARD TEXTILE THROUGH THE NJ HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF VARIOUS LINEN SUPPLIES FOR THE SALEM COUNTY NURSING HOME. Motion made by Mr. Facemyer for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Simmermon seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 79 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT FOR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SERVICES FOR THE SALEM COUNTY PROSECUTORS OFFICE Motion made by Mr. Ware for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Kugler seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 80 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE MODEL YEAR 2000 FORD CROWN VICTORIA FOR PROSECUTORS OFFICE Motion made by Mr. Ware for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Kugler seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 81 RESOLUTION APPOINTING A PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES PROVIDER FOR THE SALEM COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY Motion made by Mr. Ware for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Kugler seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 82 RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR PROVIDING INMATE DENTAL CARE FOR THE SALEM COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY Motion made by Mr. Ware for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Kugler seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 83 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT FOR EXPERT OPINION SERVICES AND REPORT FOR THE SALEM COUNTY PROSECUTORS OFFICE Motion made by Mr. Ware for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Kugler seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 84 RESOLUTION APPOINTING A MEDICAL SERVICES PROVIDER FOR THE SALEM COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY Motion made by Mr. Ware for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Kugler seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 85 RESOLUTION APPOINTING A LABORATORY ANALYST AND RELATED SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE SALEM COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY Motion made by Mr. Ware for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Kugler seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 86 RESOLUTION FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER TO THE SALEM COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY Motion made by Mr. Kugler for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Ware seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 87 RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Motion made by Mr. Kugler for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Ware seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 88 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE FROM NJ STATE CONTRACT VENDOR TRAINS TOWERS, INC. FOR THE SALEM COUNTY DEPT. OF EMERGENCY SERVICES Motion made by Mr. Kugler for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Ware seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 89 RESOLUTION FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE SALEM COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY Motion made by Mr. Kugler for adoption of this resolution, with Mr. Ware seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 90 RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR PROVIDING AND INSTALLING BODIES AND HOISTS ON TRUCKS OWNED BY THE COUNTY OF SALEM Motion made by Mr. Simmermon for adoption of this resolution, with Mrs. Bestwick seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 91 RESOLUTION AMENDING A CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Motion made by Mr. Simmermon for adoption of this resolution, with Mrs. Bestwick seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 92 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT FOR COUNTY ENGINEER Motion made by Mr. Simmermon for adoption of this resolution, with Mrs. Bestwick seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
R.2000- 93 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE POLICY OF THE SALEM COUNTY MOSQUITO EXTERMINATION COMMISSION TO PROVIDE RETIREMENT HEALTH BENEFITS TO ELIGIBLE COMMISSION EMPLOYEES Motion made by Mr. Simmermon for adoption of this resolution, with Mrs. Bestwick seconding his motion. On roll call, the motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution carried with a hand vote of 6/0.
Freeholder comments opened with Mrs. Bestwick thanking all who brought the Bookmobile purchase to fruition.
Mr. Facemyer thanked Clerk of the Board/Administrator Rita Shade Simpson for the continuous flow of information.
Public comments opened with Mr. Dave Perry of Pittsgrove Township inquiring if the white light on top of the Emergency Services tower could be changed to a red light. His home is 210 feet from the tower. Director Sparks said if the lamp is changed it would be the same intensity. Mr. Perry prefers the red over the white strobe. Director Sparks said that Freeholder Kugler will research and keep Mr. Perry appraised of the subject.
Mr. Elmer Southerland of Pennsville said that the local zoning board controls the tower lighting. Director Sparks emphasized that the tower is County property.
Mr. Southerland spoke about Pennsville Library's excellence and sought County funding. Director Sparks said his information from Freeholder Bestwick was to emphasize the Bookmobile operation.
Mr. Southerland spoke that the law did not require his heater repair and that he seeks redress.
Mr. Southerland spoke of the high bonding of the State of New Jersey. Director Sparks said the County bond level is prudent.
Ms. Valerie Nagy inquired about the Freeholder Agenda be posted on the County Website. Freeholder Bestwick said it shall be done. Ms. Nagy also sought the emailing of Freeholder Meeting Minutes. Freeholder Bestwick said it can be done.
Director Sparks closed the Public portion of the meeting and called for the reading of the resolution honoring Elmer Southerland. (The resolution and vote is summarized under the Administrative Committee resolutions.) Mr. Southerland thanked the Freeholders for the resolution, but would like more participation by the public. Director Sparks assured him that his information is forwarded to other politicians.
Motion was made by Mr. Kugler to adjourn the meeting, with Mr. Simmermon seconding. There being no questions on the motion, all Freeholders said "Aye" for a 6/0 vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M.
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RITA SHADE SIMPSON, Clerk of the Board