Cape May County public meetings in 2023

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a consent agenda of 26 resolutions. These include routine items like employee leaves, appointments, and budget transfers, as well as more notable actions such as a change order for jail healthcare services, a study for fare-free transportation, and several road-related property acquisitions. The board will also take public comment and vote on the resolutions.

• Change Order No. 1 with Wellpath, LLC for healthcare services at the Cape May County Correctional Center, adding a Certified Nursing Assistant position
• Contract No. C3-195 with FHI Studio for a Fare Free Transportation Service Assessment & Feasibility Study, not to exceed $186,893.07
• Lease agreement with Liquid Piston, Inc. for an unmanned aerial system for disaster communications
• Acquisition of land in Lower Township (Block 792, Lots 1.01 and 1.06) and North Wildwood (Block 191, Lot 1.05) for county roads
• Application for a $229,580.00 Insurance Fraud Reimbursement Grant for the Prosecutor's Office

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, reports from the chairman and director, a financial statement, and public comment. No specific projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed on the agenda, so the meeting appears to be routine.

• Approval of minutes from November 21 and December 6, 2023
• Chairman's report
• Director's report
• Financial statement
• Closed session followed by open session

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving the November 2023 meeting minutes, a traffic review, and several resolutions. The most consequential items are adopting the 2024 annual budget and setting the 2024 meeting schedule and holidays. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major project decisions or public hearings listed.

• Resolution adopting the Commission's Annual Budget for fiscal year 2024 (Jan 1–Dec 31, 2024)
• Resolution establishing the schedule of commission meetings for calendar year 2024
• Resolution designating holidays for calendar year 2024
• Resolution approving a ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll payments between meetings
• Resolution certifying monthly deposits in the revenue account for November 2023

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior minutes, hearing 2023 added/omitted tax appeals, receiving an update on the BRT, and setting the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or project names listed.

• 2023 Added/Omitted Appeal Hearings
• Update on BRT
• 2024 Board Meeting Schedule
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners will hold its final meeting of 2023, primarily acting on a consent agenda of 33 resolutions. These include routine personnel matters, contract awards, grant acceptances, and shared service agreements. The board will also hear reports from the engineer, county counsel, treasurer, and commissioners, and take public comments.

• Resolution 804-23: Renewal of Excess Workers' Compensation insurance with Arch Insurance Company for $130,057.00
• Resolution 807-23: Awarding contracts for concession equipment and services at Cape May County Park and Zoo to VENUplus Inc., DNP Imagingcomm America Corp., and o8o Leasing, LLC
• Resolution 808-23: Rejecting all bids for the Enhanced Beautification Project at the Cape May County Veterans' Cemetery because the lowest bid exceeded cost estimates
• Resolution 799-23: Shared services agreement with Ocean County for juvenile detention facility services for 2024
• Resolution 803-23: Release of $4,843.30 in performance guarantee funds to Thomas Beeby for Shunpike Road improvements

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting of the Cape May County Human Services Advisory Council has no published agenda. The only available information is that minutes may be reviewed for details, so the agenda is purely procedural or unavailable.

Open Space Review Board

The agenda contains only procedural items for the December 6, 2023, meeting. No specific projects, contracts, or land use decisions are listed in the provided text.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners met to review a consent agenda containing multiple resolutions. These items include grant applications for infrastructure, public safety, and social services.

• $3,081,121.00 grant application for bridge improvements via the NJ Department of Transportation
• $184,000.00 grant application for the Statewide Respite Care Program
• $203,808.00 grant application for the County Environmental Health Act
• Indemnification agreements for DelMoSports, LLC triathlon and 5K running events
• Reappointment of Deputy Fire Marshal Anthony Caine through December 31, 2026

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board will meet to discuss amendments to shared services agreements between Cape May County and Historic Cold Spring Village. These agreements are funded through the Cape May County Open Spaces and Farmland Preservation Program.

• Resolution 7-2023: Amending terms of Shared Services Agreements with Historic Cold Spring Village

Planning Board

The Cape May County Planning Board will meet to review reports and discuss the Planning Department Strategic Plan. The meeting includes reports from the Director and the Development Review Committee.

• Discussion: Planning Department Strategic Plan
• Director’s Report
• Development Review Committee Report

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to approve its annual budget for fiscal year 2024, award an electrical engineering contract, and authorize several routine resolutions. The agenda also includes a traffic review, updates on capital projects, and public comments.

• Resolution approving the Commission's Annual Budget for fiscal year 2024 (Jan 1–Dec 31, 2024)
• Resolution awarding Contract No. BC23-04 to Marchetti Bros, LLC dba Total Control Systems for Electrical Engineering Services
• Resolution authorizing use of Toll Consultant Services through Shared Services Agreement with South Jersey Transportation Authority
• Resolution authorizing execution of Third Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement with New Jersey E-ZPass Group
• Resolution approving a ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll expenses between meetings

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of resolutions, including contracts, grants, and agreements. Key items include a $3.9 million HVAC renovation contract, a $3.36 million state transportation grant application, and several shared services agreements for park projects. The board will also adopt capital and bond ordinances for roadway and drainage improvements.

• Award Contract No. C3-169 to Dolan Mechanical, Inc. for HVAC Renovations at the Cape May County Department of Health, $3,938,000
• Authorize application for 2024 County Aid Transportation Program, $3,357,611
• Shared Services Agreement with Wildwood Crest for Crest Arts Pavilion Park, $1,043,968.75
• Shared Services Agreement with Woodbine for Woodbine Eco-Park Phases II & III, $2,986,000
• Adopt Capital Ordinance 6-23 and Bond Ordinance 7-23 for roadway and drainage improvements

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting of the Cape May County Human Services Advisory Council has no published agenda. The only available information is that minutes from the meeting may be reviewed, indicating the session was likely procedural or routine.

• No agenda items listed

Open Space Review Board

The Board will review the minutes from August and September 2023 meetings and hear a report from the Director. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding HP 23-03 for the MAC Cape May Point Lighthouse Oil House.

• Public Hearing HP 23-03: MAC Cape May Point Lighthouse Oil House

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a consent agenda of routine resolutions, introduce a capital ordinance and a bond ordinance for roadway and drainage improvements, and discuss other county business. The bond ordinance would appropriate $20.6 million, with $19,619,047 in bonds or notes, while the capital ordinance would appropriate $10 million from the Capital Improvement Fund. The meeting also includes an executive session for attorney-client privileged matters.

• Introduction of Bond Ordinance No. 7-23: $20,600,000 for roadway and drainage improvements, with $19,619,047 in bonds or notes
• Introduction of Capital Ordinance No. 6-23: $10,000,000 from Capital Improvement Fund for roadway and drainage improvements
• Resolution 718-23: Award contract to Pineland Construction, LLC for demolition of former El Dorado Motel ($57,300)
• Resolution 707-23: Apply for $278,631 state grant for alcoholism and drug abuse programs
• Resolution 716-23: Award contract to BRT Technologies for Integrated Tax System

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission will meet to discuss capital project updates and approve various resolutions. The agenda includes a change order for erosion abatement work at Middle Thorofare and Grassy Sound Bridges.

• Change Order No. 1 for Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. regarding 2022 Erosion/Scour Abatement
• Middle Thorofare and Grassy Sound Bridges project update
• Supplementing the 2023 salary resolution
• Approval of September 2023 revenue account deposits
• Approval of health benefits and payroll expense ceiling

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving prior meeting minutes, reviewing the 2023 Added/Omitted Lists, and discussing a revaluation/reassessment analysis. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts detailed.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• 2023 Added/Omitted Lists review
• Revaluation/reassessment analysis discussion
• 2023 Director's Table review

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of resolutions, including a 10-year contract to operate Crest Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, a $190,638 homeland security grant, and a $161,681 hazard mitigation plan. The agenda also includes routine items like employee leaves, appointments, and road closures for local events.

• Award Contract No. C3-151 to Allaire Health Services for operation and lease of Crest Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, 10-year term with 9-year option
• Accept FFY23 Homeland Security Grant of $190,638.14
• Award Contract No. C3-146 to Tetra Tech Inc. for Hazard Mitigation Plan, not to exceed $161,681
• Release $2,725.80 performance guarantee to Himmelwright Investments LLC for Bay Avenue improvements in Ocean City
• Renew insurance for Prosecutor's patrol boat at $18,884 and Health Department liability at $4,300.73

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting has no published agenda; only minutes are available for review. The agenda is purely procedural with no listed items for decision or discussion.

Open Space Review Board

The Board will review a donation in Lower Township and the final application for Phase I of the North Wildwood Gateway Park and Veterans Memorial. The meeting also includes routine reports and approval of previous minutes.

• LA 23-01 Waterman Donation (Lower Township, Blocks 409 & 95, Lots 24.01 & Lot 9)
• PR 23-02 North Wildwood Gateway Park and Veterans Memorial Phase I Final Application

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of resolutions and a regular agenda item. Key actions include awarding a $2,165,208.11 contract for Fishing Creek Road (CR639) resurfacing, approving labor agreements with several unions, and accepting multiple state grants. The board will also hear a presentation on open space funding recommendations.

• Award contract to South State, Inc. for $2,165,208.11 for Fishing Creek Road (CR639) Phase I Resurfacing Improvements, Township of Lower
• Authorize labor agreements with PBA Local 59, Assistant Prosecutors' Association, Bricklayers, IBEW Local 351, and Carpenters Union
• Accept $50,000 NJ CARES Operation Helping Hand grant and $58,700 SART/FNE grant for sexual assault response
• Approve $10,765 payment to Travelers Insurance for various claims
• Authorize road closure on Beach Avenue (CR604) for Hollowed Half Marathon on Oct 27-28, 2023

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, holding a rollback hearing for Upper Township, and discussing a revaluation/reassessment analysis. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or detailed proposals listed.

• Upper Township rollback hearing
• Revaluation/reassessment analysis discussion
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to approve routine items and award several contracts, including for bridge re-evaluation surveys, insurance brokerage services, and an erosion/scour abatement project. They will also consider agreements related to E-ZPass reciprocity and a film production using the Townsends Inlet Bridge. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session.

• Award contract to Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. for 2023-24 NBIS Bridge Re-evaluation Survey Program
• Award contract to J. Byrne Agency, Inc. for Broker of Record Services for Property & Casualty Insurance
• Authorize advertisement for bids for 2022 Erosion/Scour Abatement at Middle Thorofare and Grassy Sound Bridges
• Authorize indemnification agreement with EB Films, LLC for use of Townsends Inlet Bridge
• Authorize Amended and Restated E-ZPass Interagency Group Reciprocity Agreement

Youth Services Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available record is the meeting minutes, so there are no specific items to report as being decided or discussed.

The Cape May County Youth Services Commission approved the 2024‑26 Comprehensive Plan and the 2024 application allocating $363,189. It also approved a $10,700 set‑aside for electronic bracelets and funding for Acenda Integrated Health’s Intensive Supervision Program. Several other items, including the Monitor Subcommittee report and By‑Law revisions, were approved with motions carried.

• Approved 2024‑26 YSC Comprehensive Plan (yes: Pat Devaney, Zach Gorecke, Erik Shenkus, Adrienne Breitinger, Jamie Moscony, Donna Groome, Hillary Brown, Joe Landis, Peter Belasco, Anne Garrison, Bob Schober, John Roy, Shannon Casula, Gary Hrynoweski, Shirley Robinson; abstain: Steve Schuck, Danita Pierce, Maria Hadley)
• Approved 2024 YSC Application for $363,189 (yes: Pat Devaney, Zach Gorecke, Erik Shenkus, Adrienne Breitinger, Jamie Moscony, Donna Groome, Hillary Brown, Joe Landis, Peter Belasco, Anne Garrison, Bob Schober, John Roy, Shannon Casula, Gary Hrynoweski, Shirley Robinson; abstain: Steve Schuck, Danita Pierce, Maria Hadley)
• Approved $10,700 set‑aside for Electronic Bracelet (yes: Pat Devaney, Zach Gorecke, Erik Shenkus, Adrienne Breitinger, Jamie Moscony, Donna Groome, Hillary Brown, Joe Landis, Peter Belasco, Anne Garrison, Bob Schober, John Roy, Shannon Casula, Gary Hrynoweski, Shirley Robinson; abstain: Steve Schuck, Danita Pierce, Maria Hadley)
• Approved funding to Acenda Integrated Health for the Intensive Supervision Program (yes: John Roy, Anne Garrison; abstain: Steve Schuck)
• Approved Monitor Subcommittee report (yes: Joe Landis, Shirley Robinson; abstain: Steve Schuck)
• Approved By‑Law revisions (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of 48 resolutions, including a $96 million general obligation bond sale, road resurfacing contracts, and multiple grant acceptances. They will also adopt a capital ordinance for Veterans Cemetery improvements and hear public comments.

• Resolution 627-23: $96,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023
• Resolution 598-23: $505,995.52 contract to Gibson Associates for Third Avenue (CR619) resurfacing in Stone Harbor
• Resolution 602-23: $697,239 grant for Area Plan on Aging
• Resolution 625-23: $1,592,433 WIOA grant for workforce development
• Capital Ordinance 4-23: various improvements to Veterans Cemetery

The Board approved the consent agenda and a series of resolutions (586‑23 through 596‑23) authorizing leaves of absence, salary changes, appointments, event indemnifications, a proclamation of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and advertising for bids on the Third Avenue resurfacing contract. The meeting also included a presentation on a proposed $96 million general‑obligation bond sale, but no vote on that proposal was recorded. Commissioners discussed the pending Cooper University Hospital acquisition of Cape Regional Medical Center and scheduled follow‑up meetings.

• Approved consent agenda (vote not recorded)
• Approved Resolution 586‑23 granting and amending leaves of absence
• Approved Resolution 587‑23 supplementing salary resolution and appointments
• Approved Resolution 588‑23 indemnification agreement for AirFest Festival
• Approved Resolution 589‑23 appointment of Donna Doyle to Pollution Control Financing Authority
• Approved Resolution 595‑23 proclamation of September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
• Approved Resolution 596‑23 contract documents for resurfacing Third Avenue in Stone Harbor and authorized bid advertisement

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is that minutes may be reviewed for details on what was discussed or decided.

• No agenda items listed

The Council accepted the minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting and approved various committee reports. Members reviewed 2023 Point-in-Time Count data showing an increase in homelessness and discussed updates to the 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness.

• Approved minutes from 6/7/23 meeting
• Accepted committee reports as presented
• Youth Services Commission approved $293,189 for 2024 programming

Open Space Review Board

The Cape May County Open Space Review Board will meet to discuss various reports and financial statements. The primary action item involves a resolution to amend the terms of a shared services agreement involving the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts and the City of Cape May.

• Resolution 6-2023: Amending Shared Services Agreement between Cape May County, Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts, and City of Cape May
• Review of July 25, 2023, meeting minutes
• Presentation of Financial Statement

The Board accepted a donation of 35.2 acres adjacent to the County Airport. It also approved a no-cost time extension for the Physick Estate House Museum project and declined two potential property acquisitions in Middle Township.

• Accepted donation of 35.2 acres in Lower Township (Block 410.01, Lot 79 and Block 409, Lot 5.06) subject to due diligence
• Approved Resolution #6-2023 for 6-month no-cost time extension for Physick Estate House Museum project to 4/23/24
• Denied acquisition of Audubon Society Property (27.8 acres, Middle Township) as inconsistent with program guidelines
• Declined acquisition of Boy Scouts of America property (7.5 acres, Middle Township)
• Adopted July 25th minutes with clarification on North Wildwood project banner pole hangings
• Noted withdrawal of Stone Harbor Bay Park Marina application

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners will hold a caucus and regular meeting on August 22, 2023. The agenda includes a consent agenda with 31 resolutions covering employee leaves, appointments, contracts, grants, and a property sale, plus a capital ordinance for county facilities. The board will also enter executive session for attorney-client privileged matters.

• Change Order No. 1 for $122,871.00 to Agate Construction for Fishing Creek Pump Station and Drainage Improvements in Lower Township
• Sale of real property at 1575 Route 47 South, Woodbine (Block 54, Lot 11) via online auction
• Purchase of a 2001 Emergency One Pumper Fire Truck from Erma Volunteer Fire Company for $30,000.00 for training
• Award of Contract No. C3-130 to National Equipment Solutions for a 30-yard trash compactor for $32,475.00
• Acceptance of $581,730.00 in additional CDBG CV3 funds for COVID-19 relief

The Board approved a consent agenda containing Resolutions 555-23 through 585-23. County Counsel provided an update on the proposed privatization of Crest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, citing a deficit of over $30 million. The Engineer reported the completion of several road projects and the receipt of a $5.4 million grant for Third Avenue in Stone Harbor.

• Approved minutes of the 08/08/2023 meetings
• Approved Resolution 555-23 granting and amending employee leaves of absence
• Approved Resolution 556-23 for Department of Human Services monthly disbursements
• Approved Resolution 557-23 supplementing the 2023 Salary Resolution
• Approved Resolution 558-23 for encroachment agreements at 34th Street, Ocean City
• Appointed Lisa M. Shaffer to the Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board (Res 559-23)
• Approved $122,871.00 change order for Fishing Creek Pump Station and Drainage (Res 561-23)
• Approved $43,530.40 for electrical engineering services via Marchetti Bros., LLC (Res 563-23)

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving minutes, reviewing traffic, and passing resolutions. Key actions include setting annual salaries, authorizing a lease with the Strathmere Volunteer Fire Company, and approving an indemnification agreement for an event. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Resolution authorizing lease agreement with Strathmere Volunteer Fire Company
• Resolution authorizing indemnification agreement with NJ Run for the Fallen, Inc. for September 21, 2023 event
• Resolution establishing annual salaries for May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024
• Resolution certifying monthly deposits in revenue account for July 2023
• Resolution approving ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll payments

The Commission approved a three-year lease renewal for a vacant lot to the Strathmere Volunteer Fire Company. It also established monthly spending ceilings for payroll and health benefits and authorized an indemnification agreement for a charitable run. Additionally, the board approved retroactive salary updates for two administrative clerks.

• Approved lease renewal for Strathmere Volunteer Fire Company for Block 847, Lot 2 (unanimous)
• Approved monthly spending ceilings: $300,000 for payroll, $30,000 for active employee health benefits, and $40,000 for retiree health benefits (unanimous)
• Approved indemnification agreement for NJ Run for the Fallen event on September 21, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive salaries effective May 1, 2023 for Administrative Clerk II ($35,474.0339) and Administrative Clerk I ($23,167.8720) (unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Officer's Certificate for July 2023 expenditures (unanimous)
• Certified July 2023 revenue deposits of $420,804.72 (unanimous)

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is meeting to handle routine procedural matters, including approving prior meeting minutes and the 2023 Abstract of Ratables. The board will also consider a reassessment order for Avalon Tax Assessor Brenda Camp. The agenda contains no substantive policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• 2023 Abstract of Ratables
• Reassessment order for Avalon Tax Assessor Brenda Camp

The Board approved the 2023 Abstract of Ratables and the minutes from the previous meeting. A proposed reassessment plan for the borough of Avalon was not approved. The Board decided to create a forthcoming schedule for countywide reassessment and revaluation recommendations.

• Approved 2023 Abstract of Ratables
• Approved prior meeting minutes
• Denied Avalon reassessment plan

Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board

The Board approved a budget modification to cover salary costs and voted to request the appointment of Lisa Shaffer to the Board. Members also discussed the utilization of settlement funds and the impact of Senate Bill #3929 on involuntary commitment hold times.

• Approved June meeting minutes
• Voted to request appointment of Lisa Shaffer to the Board from County Commissioners
• Approved FY23 budget modification moving $957.16 to the Salary line

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of 49 resolutions, including grants, contracts, and road work, and to introduce a capital ordinance appropriating $2.5 million for Veterans Cemetery improvements. The board will also hold a public comment period and consider entering executive session for litigation matters.

• Capital ordinance appropriating $2,500,000 for Veterans Cemetery improvements
• Grant awards: $1,191,778 for public health infrastructure, $211,613 for county health infrastructure, $88,450 for cancer education
• Road construction materials contracts awarded to Richard E. Pierson Materials Corp. and Seashore Asphalt Corp.
• All-way stop established at Norbury's Landing Road (CR642) and Delaware Avenue (CR640) in Middle Township
• Lease agreement terminated with Resources for Independent Living, Inc. for county-owned property

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing Resolutions 504-23 through 552-23. Key actions included updating employee salaries, amending board appointments, and terminating a lease agreement with Resources for Independent Living, Inc.

• Approved Resolutions 504-23 through 552-23 via consent agenda
• Terminated lease agreement with Resources for Independent Living, Inc. (Res 513-23)
• Rejected all bids for a new Department of Health center console boat (Res 515-23)
• Authorized encroachment agreement with Canyon Club Resort Marina Condominium Association (Res 516-23)
• Approved various leaves of absence for County employees (Res 504-23)
• Approved new hires, salary changes, and promotions (Res 505-23)
• Appointed Commissioners Desiderio and Barr to Atlantic Cape Community College Board of School Estimate (Res 510-23)
• Authorized competitive contracting for operation and lease of County property (Res 514-23)

County Agricultural Development Board

The Cape May County Agricultural Development Board is meeting to consider one resolution: granting a site-specific agricultural management practice for Ocean City Winery at 8 Bayaire Road, Upper Township (Block 723, Lot 37, 5.208 acres). The agenda includes call to order, roll call, the resolution, public comment, and adjournment.

• Resolution CADB 2-2023: site-specific agricultural management practice for Ocean City Winery, 8 Bayaire Road, Upper Township, Block 723, Lot 37, 5.208 acres

The County Agricultural Development Board approved Resolution 2-2023. This action grants a site-specific agricultural management practice for Ocean City Winery, designating the site as a commercial farm and approving its operation as a winery.

• Approved Resolution 2-2023 granting a site-specific agricultural management practice for Ocean City Winery (4-1)

Open Space Review Board

The Board will review a pre-application presentation for the North Wildwood Gateway and Veterans Memorial. The meeting also includes an update on the Woodbine Eco-Park Phases II & III playground addendum and a resolution regarding a shared services agreement with the Borough of Woodbine.

• Pre-App Presentation: North Wildwood Gateway and Veterans Memorial
• Update on Woodbine Eco-Park Phases II & III Jakes Law Playground Addendum
• Resolution 5-2023: Amending terms of Shared Services Agreement with Borough of Woodbine

The Open Space Review Board unanimously recommended providing an additional $2,986,000 for the Woodbine EcoPark project. The Board also reviewed a proposal for a Gateway and Veterans Memorial in North Wildwood and requested further documentation before inviting a full application.

• Approved recommendation for $2,986,000 in additional funding for Woodbine EcoPark (Unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from June 27th meeting
• Determined North Wildwood Gateway and Veterans Memorial project phases meet 'independent utility' requirements
• Borough of Stone Harbor withdrew Marina project application

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of routine resolutions, including contracts, grants, and budget amendments, and to introduce a $1 million capital ordinance for county facility equipment. The board will also discuss a veterans' cemetery presentation and enter executive session for legal matters.

• Awarded $1,815,405.46 contract to South State, Inc. for Church Road (CR602) resurfacing in Upper Township
• Introduced Capital Ordinance 3-23 appropriating $1,000,000 for capital equipment at county facilities
• Accepted $817,575.90 in enhanced Federal Medicaid Assistance Percentage (FMAP) funding
• Authorized $300,000 contract for Corrections Center MAT Program with NJ Department of Human Services
• Approved $199,976 agreement with NJ Transit for rural transportation (FTA Section 5311)

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing Resolutions 463-23 through 502-23. Key actions included authorizing real estate acquisition for the county road system and accepting various state and federal grants. The Board also reviewed a proposal for veterans' cemetery enhancements but deferred the vote to the next meeting.

• Approved Resolutions 463-23 through 502-23 (4-0)
• Authorized acquisition of 18,286 sq. ft. in Township of Dennis for County Road No. 628
• Extended leasing agreement with Township of Upper for Block 382, Lot 10 for 25 years
• Accepted $817,575.90 in Federal Medicaid Assistance Percentage (FMAP) funding
• Accepted $90,000.00 grant for Covid-19 Vaccination Supplemental funding
• Accepted $33,740.00 SNAP Admin Funding (ARPA) grant
• Authorized $21,386.15 payment to Travelers Insurance Company for claims
• Tabled vote on $1.3 million Gerald M. Thornton Veterans’ Cemetery Phase I enhancements

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving minutes, reviewing traffic, and passing resolutions. Key actions include setting annual salaries, closing out a bridge repair contract, and authorizing an indemnification agreement for a local race event.

• Resolution authorizing Change Order No. 2-Final with R.A. Walters & Son, Inc. for 2009 Grassy Sound Bridge Fender Repairs
• Resolution establishing annual salaries for various positions for May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024
• Resolution authorizing Indemnification Agreement with City of Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center for OCNJ Half Marathon, 5K & 10 Mile Walk/Run on September 24, 2023
• Resolution authorizing Certificate of Completion for 2005 Issuance of Revenue Bonds
• Resolution authorizing Executive Session on July 20, 2023

The Commission established annual salaries for three positions and approved the final payment and closure of a contract for Grassy Sound bridge fender repairs. It also authorized an indemnification agreement for a September walk/run event and approved the advertisement for fishing pier improvements.

• Approved annual salaries for Commissioner ($8,500), Executive Director ($83,920.05), and Project Manager ($72,800) (Unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $13,656.43 and closed contract with R.A. Walters & Son, Inc. for 2009 Grassy Sound Fender Repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved indemnification agreement for OCNJ Half Marathon, 5K & 10 Mile Walk/Run on September 24, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement for Ocean City – Longport Bridge Fishing Pier Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved ceiling amounts for retiree health benefits ($40,000), active employee health benefits ($30,000), and monthly payroll ($300,000) (Unanimous)
• Authorized execution of Certificate of Completion for 2005 Revenue Bonds (Unanimous)
• Approved deletions from fixed assets inventory (Unanimous)
• Certified June 2023 revenue deposits of $1,525,368.73 (Unanimous)

Youth Services Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. Only minutes are referenced for review, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed.

The Commission approved the Program Review and Planning Subcommittee’s 2024 recommendations for several youth programs and their respective budgets. Members also received updates on juvenile justice commission regulations and program participation rates.

• Approved Strengthening Families Program budget of $48,652
• Approved Life Skills Program budget of $18,000
• Approved Intensive Supervision Program budget of $161,757
• Approved Station House Adjustment Program budget of $54,080
• Approved Bracelet Electronic Monitoring budget of $10,700
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Agreed to schedule a NJ4S presentation for a future meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on July 11, 2023, with a caucus at 2:00 p.m. and the regular session at 3:00 p.m. The agenda includes a consent agenda with 30 resolutions covering grants, contracts, road work, and personnel matters. Notable items include accepting a $389,527 grant for automated license plate readers, a $1,191,778 public health infrastructure grant, and several road-related resolutions. The board will also enter executive session for attorney-client privileged matters.

• Accept $389,527 grant for Automated License Plate Reader Initiative (ALPR-09-21)
• Apply for $1,191,778 Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure grant
• Award contract to The Southwest Council, Inc. for Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
• Modify speed limit on Bayshore Road (CR603), Township of Middle
• Reject all bids for exterior painting at Old Cape May County Court House

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing Resolutions 431-23 through 460-23. Key actions included accepting state grants for health insurance and license plate readers, and authorizing land acquisitions in Middle Township for the county road system.

• Approved $38,000 grant for State Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
• Approved $389,527 grant for Automated License Plate Reader Initiative
• Authorized acquisition of three real estate interests in Middle Township for County Road No. 646
• Approved $33,300 court-approved settlement for Claim Petition #2021-15497
• Awarded Contract No. C3-105 to The Southwest Council, Inc. for an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
• Reappointed Joe Landis, Rev. Thomas Dawson, and Majken Mechling to the Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board
• Authorized use of County Park Central for Cape May County Technical High School athletics
• Approved $4,904.68 in payments to Travelers Insurance Company for claims

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving prior meeting minutes, corrections to the tax duplicate, a tax appeal filing extension request from Cape May City, and 100% totally exempt veteran applications. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Corrections to the tax duplicate
• Tax appeal filing extension deadline request from Cape May City
• 100% Totally Exempt Veteran Applications
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

The Board approved 28 value changes for properties in Cape May City and one classification change in Upper Township. The Board also determined that future 100% totally exempt veteran applications and tax duplicate corrections will no longer require a formal board motion for approval.

• Approved 28 tax duplicate value corrections for Cape May City
• Approved classification change from Class 2 to 15F for James P. Joyce in Upper Township
• Approved prior meeting minutes
• Decided that 100% totally exempt veteran applications will be reviewed by the tax administrator without a board motion
• Decided that corrections of the tax duplicate will no longer be a board action or agenda item

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board will review final applications for Diamond Beach Park and Arts Pavilion Park. The board will also consider a resolution to amend a shared services agreement with Historic Cold Spring Village.

• Final Application Presentation PR 22-04: Diamond Beach Park, Lower Township
• Final Application Presentation P 22-01: Wildwood Crest Arts Pavilion Park
• Resolution 4-2023: Amending Shared Services Agreement with Historic Cold Spring Village

The Open Space Review Board recommended grant funding for two municipal park projects and approved a time extension for Historic Cold Spring Village. The board also reviewed the current available fund balance of $19,724,676.89.

• Recommended $846,289.13 grant for Diamond Beach Park in Lower Township (Unanimous)
• Recommended $1,043,968.75 grant for Wildwood Crest Arts Pavilion (Unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 4-2023 to extend the Shared Services Agreement with Historic Cold Spring Village (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 23rd (Majority, 1 abstention)

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda containing 30 resolutions (400-23 through 429-23). These include approving grants, contracts, budget amendments, and road-related actions. The board will also hear public comments and approve minutes.

• Resolution 408-23: Award contract for a new 2023 Western Star dump truck to Robert H. Hoover & Sons, Inc. for $378,817.00
• Resolution 404-23: Authorize payment of $59,195.08 to Travelers Insurance Company for claims
• Resolution 413-23: Apply for $44,488.00 Justice Assistance Grant for gang, gun, and narcotics task force
• Resolution 418-23: Accept $362,547.00 VOCA grant for victim assistance
• Resolution 403-23: Acquire 800 sq. ft. of County Road No. 603 in Lower Township

The Board approved a consent agenda including the purchase of a new dump truck and several state grant applications for human services and law enforcement. They also authorized the acquisition of a small real estate parcel for the county road system.

• Approved purchase of 2023 Western Star Tri-Axle Dump Truck for $378,817.00
• Authorized acquisition of 800 sq. ft. real estate in Township of Lower for road system
• Approved $59,195.08 payment to Travelers Insurance Company for various claims
• Awarded pharmaceutical consulting contract to Amit Gupta Consulting, LLC
• Rejected all bids for road construction materials (Specification No. 33)
• Approved application for $300,000 Corrections Center Mat Program grant
• Accepted $362,547.00 VOCA subgrant award from NJ Department of Law and Public Safety
• Approved agreement with Cape May County Social Services Employee Association (2023-2026)

Board of Taxation

The Board approved two tax duplicate corrections for properties in Lower Township. The meeting also included a postponed tax appeal and discussions regarding data privacy compliance under Daniel’s Law.

• Approved tax duplicate correction for George Fraioli (Lower Township) from Class 2 to 15F for 2023
• Approved tax duplicate correction for Robert Klaman (Lower Township) from Class 2 to 15F for 2023
• Eliminated MODIV data search by owner name to comply with Daniel’s Law

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to approve routine administrative resolutions and award specific construction contracts. Key decisions include hiring MJJ Construction LLC to rehabilitate the administrative building at 153 Crest Haven Road and supporting the County's award of contracts for Corsons Inlet Rehabilitation. The Commission will also close out the contract for 2009 Grassy Sound Bridge Fender Repairs with R.A. Walters & Son, Inc.

• Resolution awarding Contract No. BC23-03 to MJJ Construction LLC for Rehabilitation of Administrative Building, 153 Crest Haven Road
• Resolution in support of the County awarding Contract No. C3-73 to South State, Inc. for Corsons Inlet Rehabilitation
• Resolution in support of the County awarding Contract No. C3-75 to Remington & Vernick Engineers for Construction Engineering Services for Corsons Inlet Rehabilitation
• Resolution authorizing Change Order No. 2-Final, accepting work and closing contract with R.A. Walters & Son, Inc. for 2009 Grassy Sound Bridge Fender Repairs

The Commission approved several financial certifications and spending ceilings for payroll and health benefits. It formally supported two County contracts for the Corsons Inlet Bridge project and rejected all bids for the Administration Building rehabilitation, abandoning that project.

• Supported $2,696,767.00 contract to South State, Inc. for Corsons Inlet Bridge Rehabilitation
• Supported $394,799.41 contract to Remington & Vernick Engineers for Corsons Inlet construction services
• Rejected all bids for Rehabilitation of Administration Building at 153 Crest Haven Road
• Approved spending ceilings: $40,000 for retiree health, $30,000 for active employee health, and $300,000 for monthly payroll
• Certified May 2023 revenue deposits of $555,681.96
• Tabled Resolution No. 23-3629 regarding R.A. Walters & Son, Inc. until July 2023
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board

The Board recommended the continuation of several deficit-funded mental health programs despite staffing vacancies affecting service levels. The Board also approved the March meeting minutes and elected new leadership.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Recommended continuation of deficit-funded mental health programs (carried, 1 abstention)
• Approved Majken Mechling as Chairperson and Barry Keefe as Vice Chair

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners will hold a caucus and regular meeting on June 13, 2023, to discuss and vote on a consent agenda containing 47 resolutions. Key items include awarding a $1,108,000 contract for zoo education renovations, approving change orders for road paving, and accepting various grants. The board will also enter executive session for attorney-client privileged matters.

• Award Contract No. C3-85 to R. Maxwell Construction Co., Inc. for $1,108,000 for Cape May County Zoo Education Program renovations at Atlantic Cape Community College
• Change Order No. 5 to South State, Inc. for $947,029.25 for 2021 Maintenance Paving on Various County Roads
• Release $203,857.50 in performance guarantee funds to Cape Coachman Realty for Beach Avenue (CR604) improvements in Cape May City
• Accept $64,868.00 HUD Shelter+Care grant and amend 2023 budget for homelessness prevention
• Authorize non-fair and open professional services agreements with Cullen and Dykman, LLP, Marzulla Law, LLC, and Warwick Group Consultants, LLC regarding Ocean Wind, LLC

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing Resolutions 352-23 through 399-23. Key actions included authorizing bus transportation services with Middle Township Board of Education and releasing performance guarantee funds to Cape Coachman Realty. The Board also approved various employee leaves of absence and salary adjustments.

• Approved Resolution 352-23 to enter executive session (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 05/23/2023 meetings (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 353-23 granting/amending employee leaves of absence
• Approved Resolution 354-23 supplementing 2023 salary resolution and appointments
• Approved Resolution 355-23 for bus transportation services with Middle Township Board of Education
• Approved Resolution 356-23 for Cape Assist office space agreement
• Approved Resolution 357-23 releasing $203,857.50 to Cape Coachman Realty
• Approved Resolution 358-23 reappointing three members to Open Space Review Board

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving prior meeting minutes, correcting the tax duplicate, discussing Daniel's Law legislation, and addressing tax appeals. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or project details provided.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Corrections of the tax duplicate
• Discussion of Daniel's Law legislation and response
• Tax appeals

The Board approved tax duplicate corrections for two properties in Lower Township. The Board also voted to accept all settlements and municipal appeals. Discussion regarding Daniel’s Law legislation was tabled.

• Approved tax duplicate correction for Michael Rosenberg and Jason McCarthy (Lower Township)
• Approved tax duplicate correction for Joseph Romano (Lower Township)
• Approved all settlements and municipal appeals
• Tabled discussion on Daniel’s Law legislation

Human Services Advisory Council

The Council approved a motion to allow the Executive Committee to take action on issues that arise before the next scheduled meeting. The body also accepted the minutes from May 3, 2023, and various committee reports.

• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Empowered Executive Committee to conduct business on behalf of Council between meetings
• Accepted committee reports as presented

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is meeting to discuss a tax appeal for a 100% veteran exemption in Lower Township, along with routine items like approving prior minutes, correcting the tax duplicate, and receiving an update on Daniel's Law. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the tax appeal being the only substantive item.

• Tax appeal for Lower Township 100% veteran exemption
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Corrections of the tax duplicate
• Daniel's Law update

The Board of Taxation approved the minutes from the previous meeting and authorized corrections to the tax duplicate. One specific correction involved a property classification change in Middle Township.

• Approved prior meeting minutes
• Approved corrections of the tax duplicate
• Approved classification change from Class 2 to 15F for 2023 for Paul Simmons (Middle Township, B:99.02 L: 43)

Open Space Review Board

The Board will review a presentation regarding the Woodbine Eco-Park application. The meeting also includes discussions on potential land acquisition in Lower Township.

• SFCP 19-02 Woodbine Eco-Park Presentation
• Potential Land Acquisition: Lower Township Blocks 410.01; 409 Lots 79; 5.06

The Board approved a one-year no-cost time extension for the Borough of Avalon's Bay Marina Park project. The Board also reviewed a funding request for the Woodbine EcoPark and a potential land donation in Lower Township, with both items deferred for further information.

• Approved 1-year no-cost time extension for Borough of Avalon Bay Marina Park (All in favor, 1 abstention)
• Adopted April 25 minutes with minor corrections (All in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved amendment to April 25 minutes to include definition of 'independent utility' (All in favor)
• Tabled recommendation for Woodbine EcoPark pending updated plans, cost estimates, and commissioner consensus
• Decided to contact Lower Township regarding potential acceptance of a 35+ acre land donation

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is holding its regular meeting, where it will vote on a consent agenda of 38 resolutions. Key items include a resolution opposing Orsted's Ocean Wind 1 and 2 projects, awarding contracts for bridge rehabilitation and construction, and approving various grants and agreements.

• Resolution 314-23 opposing Orsted's Ocean Wind 1 and 2 offshore wind projects
• Resolution 318-23: $6,345,700 contract to Arthur J. Ogren, Inc. for Tech Village Phase II
• Resolution 345-23: $2,696,767 contract to South State, Inc. for Corson's Inlet Bridge Rehabilitation
• Resolution 343-23: $39,870 contract to OSK Design Partners for Superior Court server room design
• Resolution 341-23: $15,000 amendment to Cape Assist for Station House Adjustment Program

The Board approved a series of resolutions, including formal opposition to Orsted's Ocean Wind 1 and 2 projects. Commissioners also received a conceptual design and cost estimate for a new justice facility, with a final vote scheduled for June 13, 2023.

• Approved Resolution 314-23 opposing Orsted’s Ocean Wind 1 and Ocean Wind 2 projects
• Approved Resolution 318-23 authorizing a $6,345,700 contract to Arthur J. Ogren, Inc. for Tech Village, Phase II
• Approved Resolution 320-23 accepting a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria from Ocean City for $1.00
• Approved Resolution 321-23 authorizing $8,452.50 in payments to Travelers Insurance Company
• Approved Resolution 325-23 applying for a $8,976 Right To Know Program Grant
• Approved use of Cape May County Park for Girl Scout Day (Sept 30) and Praise in the Park (Aug 11-12)
• Approved Resolution 319-23 releasing $3,982 in performance guarantee funds to John Perone
• Approved minutes of the 05/09/2023 meetings

County Agricultural Development Board

The Cape May County Agricultural Development Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of prior minutes, public comment, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2023 meeting
• Public comment period

The board met via teleconference to review previous records. The only substantive action taken was the approval of the February 27, 2023, minutes with one correction.

• Approved February 27, 2023 minutes with correction of 'travel' to 'trailer' (4-0)

Planning Board

The Cape May County Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda: adopting minutes, receiving the director's and committee reports, and hearing public comment. No specific land-use decisions or proposals are listed on this agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from January 17, 2023
• Director's report
• Development Review Committee report
• Transportation comments
• Public comment period

The Planning Board adopted the minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff reports regarding park planning, bike path wayfinding, and transportation projects.

• Adopted January 17th, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to approve routine items and several resolutions, including appointing officers for one-year terms and awarding a contract for rehabilitating its administrative building. The board will also set employee salaries, mileage, and per diem rates, and extend agreements with a union and a grant management firm. This is a regular business meeting with no major policy decisions expected.

• Resolution appointing Carol Brand as Chairman, Scott Halliday as Vice-Chairman, and Maryanne K. Murphy as Secretary/Treasurer for one-year terms
• Resolution awarding Contract No. BC23-03 to MJJ Construction LLC for Rehabilitation of Administrative Building, 153 Crest Haven Road
• Resolution establishing annual salaries for various positions for May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024
• Resolution authorizing agreement with International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local 196, term May 1, 2023 through April 30, 3027
• Resolution authorizing professional services agreement for Grant Management and Implementation Services with Triad Associates

The Commission appointed its Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary/Treasurer for one-year terms. It also approved a four-year labor agreement with the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local 196. Additionally, the board set employee mileage and per diem reimbursement rates.

• Appointed Carol Brand as Chairman for one year (Unanimous)
• Appointed Scott Halliday as Vice-Chairman for one year (Unanimous)
• Appointed Maryanne K. Murphy as Secretary/Treasurer for one year (Unanimous)
• Approved four-year labor agreement with IFPTE Local 196 from May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2027 (Unanimous)
• Set employee mileage reimbursement at $0.655 per mile (Unanimous)
• Established daily per diem rates totaling $60.56 (Unanimous)
• Approved spending ceilings for retiree health ($40k), active employee health ($30k), and payroll ($300k) (Unanimous)
• Tabled resolutions for annual salaries (23-3618) and administration building rehabilitation contract (23-3619)

Youth Services Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available record is the meeting minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions can be summarized from the agenda itself.

The Commission approved a budget modification to make the coordinator position full-time and allocated $18,000 for a Life Skills Training program to be provided by Cape Assist. It also approved modifications to the Probation Enrichment, Incentive, and Orientation Program (POPS).

• Approved increasing coordinator salary by $12,107 to make the position full-time effective 7/1/23 (Motion Carried)
• Approved $18,000 in State/Community Partnership funds for Life Skills Training (Motion Carried)
• Approved Cape Assist to provide the Life Skills Training program (Motion Carried)
• Approved POPS modification to allow youth on Probation to participate in Enrichment Trips and distribute incentives based on 30-60-90 day compliance (Motion Carried)
• Accepted minutes from March 14, 2023 meeting (Motion Carried)

Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board

The Board approved a local-level waiver request for screening to be sent to DMHAS. It also voted to provide a letter of support for Acenda's Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) application. The Board reviewed reports on xylazine presence in the county and the NJ4S program.

• Approved minutes of the March meeting
• Approved local-level waiver request for screening to be sent to DMHAS
• Approved letter of support for CCBHC application (Majken Mechling abstained)

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda containing 23 resolutions, including budget amendments, grant applications, and insurance renewals. The board will also hear a presentation on the Grassy Sound Pier and enter executive session for attorney-client privileged matters.

• Renewal of General & Professional Liability insurance for Crest Haven Nursing Center at $179,186.00
• Lease agreement with Precision Integrated Programs for an unmanned aerial vehicle
• Budget amendment of $200,000 for a microtransit feasibility study
• Budget amendment of $88,080.22 for National Opioid Settlement
• Release of $6,475.70 performance guarantee to Scott Peter for Pacific Avenue improvements

The Board received a presentation on three options for reconstructing the Grassy Sound Pier, with costs ranging from $1.3 million to $2.76 million. The Board also approved a consent agenda containing 23 resolutions covering personnel, insurance, and budget amendments.

• Approved minutes of the 04/25/2023 meetings
• Approved Resolution 291-23 regarding employee leaves of absence
• Approved Resolution 292-23 for new hires and salary changes
• Approved $6,475.70 performance guarantee release to Scott Peter (Res 293-23)
• Declared May 2023 as Mental Health Awareness Month (Res 294-23)
• Approved $179,186.00 liability insurance renewal for Crest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (Res 296-23)
• Approved lease agreement with Precision Integrated Programs for an unmanned aerial vehicle (Res 300-23)
• Amended 2023 Budget for Special Child Health and Senior Citizen transportation grants (Res 302-23, 303-23)

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation reorganized for the 2023-2024 year, electing John A. McCann as president and Elizabeth Barry as vice president. The board approved seven resolutions, including a new rule requiring a formal appraisal for settlements reducing assessments by $1 million or more, and adopted a 100% assessment ratio. Several property tax duplicate corrections were also approved, reclassifying properties to Class 15F for 2023.

• Elected John A. McCann president and Elizabeth Barry vice president for 2023-2024
• Approved Resolution #1 requiring a formal appraisal for settlements reducing assessments by $1M+
• Adopted 100% assessment ratio for 2023 via Resolution #3
• Approved tax duplicate corrections reclassifying 6 properties to Class 15F for 2023
• Approved Cape May Stage exemption settlement for Lower Township
• Directed tax administrator to accept but return late-filed appeals with dismissal judgment via Resolution #2
• Adopted revaluation/reassessment standards based on Coefficient of Dispersion via Resolution #6
• Authorized rubber signature stamps on judgment copies via Resolution #5

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting of the Cape May County Human Services Advisory Council has no published agenda. The only item listed directs readers to view the meeting minutes for any information. As such, no specific decisions or discussions are identified for this session.

• No agenda published for this meeting
• Referral to meeting minutes for details

The Human Services Advisory Council accepted committee reports and minutes from prior meetings. The County CY 2023 budget was adopted, and purchase orders for service contracts are being issued. The HTF Advisory Board revised its proposed budget for CY 2023. An update was provided on the Medicaid recertification process, which resumed on April 1, 2023, after being uncoupled from the Public Health Emergency.

• Approved minutes from 4/5/23 meeting (motion carried)
• Accepted committee reports as presented (motion carried)
• County CY 2023 budget adopted at 4/25/23 Commissioner meeting
• HTF Advisory Board developed proposed CY 2023 budget for Commissioner review
• CY 2023 Peer Grouping allocation plan submitted to NJ DHS Division of Aging Services on 4/6/23
• June 7, 2023 Council meeting to be held in-person at RCE site
• Youth Services Commission approved expansion of Station House Adjustment program

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board will hold a meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda consists of procedural items including the approval of March 28, 2023, minutes and various board reports.

• Approval of March 28, 2023, minutes (Open & Closed)

The Open Space Review Board recommended funding for two historic restoration projects in Cape May and Upper Township. The Board also established new consensus criteria for how multi-phase projects must be defined to qualify for program participation.

• Recommended $240,000 for Historic Allen AME Church Bell Tower Façade Restoration (All in favor, 2 abstentions)
• Recommended additional $36,500 for Tuckahoe Train Station Restoration (All in favor)
• Approved March 28th minutes as corrected (All in favor, 1 abstention)
• Established consensus that project phases must have 'independent utility' and a master plan to receive funding

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved the 2023 County Budget, including a CAP Bank to exceed appropriation limits, and adopted Capital Ordinance 2-23 for technology equipment. The board also authorized $6,400,000 in funding for municipal infrastructure improvements across the county. Additionally, the board accepted a FEMA grant for emergency food and shelter services and closed several construction contracts.

• Resolution 279-23 awards $6,400,000 to municipalities for infrastructure improvements
• Resolution 288-23 amends the Approved 2023 County Budget
• Resolution 267-23 authorizes a $200,000 subcontract with South Jersey Transportation Authority for a Microtransit Feasibility study
• Resolution 268-23 accepts a FEMA grant where the county receives $7,353.00 of a $66,353.00 award
• Resolution 272-23 renews helicopter and drone liability insurance with Starr Indemnity & Liability for $97,290.03

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda including resolutions 259-23 through 288-23. This included a budget amendment resulting in a $29,000 decrease in taxes. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023 meetings.

• Approved minutes of the 04/11/2023 meetings
• Approved Resolution 258-23 to enter executive session for attorney-client privilege and pending litigation
• Approved Resolution 259-23 granting and amending employee leaves of absence
• Approved Resolution 260-23 for Department of Human Services monthly disbursements
• Approved Resolution 261-23 supplementing 2023 salary resolution and appointments
• Approved Resolution 288-23 to amend 2023 County Budget (resulting in $29,000 tax decrease)

Bridge Commission

The Commission approved a one-year contract for general engineering services and authorized spending ceilings for payroll and health benefits. It also approved an indemnification agreement for the Police Unity Tour bike event.

• Awarded General Engineering Consultant contract (BC23-02) to Remington & Vernick Engineers (unanimous)
• Approved spending ceilings: $40,000 for retiree health benefits, $30,000 for active employee health benefits, and $300,000 for monthly payroll (unanimous)
• Authorized indemnification agreement with Police Unity Tour, Inc. for May 10, 2023 bike tour (unanimous)
• Amended Resolution 22-3571 to change funding for Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. to the operating fund, not to exceed $30,000 (unanimous)
• Certified March 2023 revenue account deposits of $356,148.43 (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Officer's Certificate for March 2023 operating expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving prior minutes, corrections to the tax duplicate, and the 2023 appeal schedule. The board will also discuss a contract for the MODIV system software and the 2023 final equalization table.

• Corrections of the tax duplicate
• 2023 Appeal Schedule
• MODIV System Software Contract
• 2023 Final Equalization Table

The Board approved the 2023 Final Equalization Table and a series of corrections to the tax duplicate across multiple municipalities. The Board also scheduled tax appeal hearings for June 2023.

• Approved corrections of the tax duplicate for Dennis, Lower, Middle, North Wildwood, Ocean City, Sea Isle City, Stone Harbor, Upper, West Cape May, and Woodbine townships
• Approved 2023 Final Equalization Table
• Set tax appeal hearing date for June 8, 2023
• Set tax appeal postponement date for June 22, 2023
• Approved prior meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a consent agenda of resolutions, introduce a $9.2 million bond ordinance for Phase II of the Cape May County Airport Tech Village redevelopment project in Lower Township, and introduce a $1 million capital ordinance for technology equipment replacement. The agenda also includes a resolution to enter executive session for attorney-client privilege and pending litigation matters. Most items are routine approvals, including contracts, grants, and park use permits.

• Bond Ordinance 1-2023: $9,200,000 for Cape May County Airport Tech Village Phase II redevelopment in Lower Township
• Capital Ordinance 2-23: $1,000,000 for technology equipment replacement
• Resolution 249-23: $345,250 change order to South State, Inc. for Beach Avenue (CR603) resurfacing in Cape May
• Resolution 253-23: $786,175.96 purchase for public safety equipment via Safeware Inc.
• Resolution 255-23: $22,478 grant for Violence Against Women services

The Board approved a consent agenda containing 33 resolutions, including various park use permits and infrastructure contracts. They introduced a $1M ordinance for technology equipment and a $9.2M bond ordinance for the Cape May County Airport Tech Village redevelopment. The Board also received a briefing on the negative impact of state aid reductions on local school districts.

• Introduced Bond Ordinance 1-2023 for Airport Tech Village redevelopment up to $9.2M
• Introduced Capital Ordinance 2-23 for technology equipment replacement ($1M)
• Approved $786,175.96 for Public Health Infrastructure via Safeware Inc. (Res 253-23)
• Approved $345,250.00 change order for Beach Avenue resurfacing (Res 249-23)
• Accepted $22,478.00 VAWA grant for domestic violence services (Res 255-23)
• Awarded landscape design contract for Veterans’ Cemetery to Melillo and Bauer Associates (Res 251-23)
• Authorized $29,791.80 court-approved settlement for Claim Petition #2010-14054 (Res 231-23)
• Approved 33 resolutions (225-23 through 257-23) via consent agenda

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is that minutes should be consulted for any details on what was discussed or decided.

• No agenda items listed

The Council approved the 2023 Peer Grouping Spending Plan and accompanying program LOS synopsis. The plan includes additional County 645 funding to maintain services despite a decrease in state allocations. The Council also accepted the minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting.

• Approved 2023 Peer Grouping Spending Plan and LOS synopsis (carried with two abstentions)
• Approved minutes from 3/1/23 meeting
• Accepted committee reports as presented

Open Space Review Board

The Board will review a final application for the Sea Isle City Dog Park. Members will also discuss potential land acquisitions, including UT Block 567 Lot 28.

• Final Application Presentation: PR 22-03 Sea Isle City Dog Park
• Potential Land Acquisition: LA 23-02 UT Block 567 Lot 28

The Open Space Review Board recommended a grant for a dog park in Sea Isle City and declined a land acquisition request in Upper Township. The board also received updates on the regional bike path and current financial balances.

• Recommended $820,000 for Sea Isle City Dog Park (PR 22-03) to the Board of County Commissioners (All in favor, 1 abstention)
• Declined land acquisition for Upper Township Block 567, Lot 28 – Vanderslice (All Nay)
• Approved minutes from February 28th (All in favor, 2 abstentions)

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on March 28, 2023, with a caucus at 2:00 PM and the regular session at 3:00 PM. The board will consider a consent agenda of 33 resolutions, including a resolution urging a moratorium on offshore wind farms, and will hold a public hearing and adopt Capital Ordinance 1-23 for $1,000,000 in improvements to the County Commons (formerly Rio Mall). The board will also introduce the 2023 county budget and may enter executive session for collective bargaining negotiations.

• Resolution 191-23 urging immediate moratorium on offshore wind farm development (Ocean Wind 1) pending marine mammal impact study
• Capital Ordinance 1-23 appropriating $1,000,000 for County Commons improvements
• Resolution 223-23 approving $260,000 commercial fishing loan to Defiant Charters, LLC
• Resolution 220-23 awarding $110,580 contract for two 2023 Jeep Wranglers for Department of Health
• Resolution 215-23 establishing CAP bank and scheduling public hearing on April 25, 2023

The Board introduced a 2023 budget of $215,442,004.61 and adopted a $1 million capital ordinance for County Commons improvements. The Board also approved the 2023/2024 budgets for the Special Services and Technical School districts. Additionally, the Board passed a resolution urging a moratorium on offshore wind farms.

• Approved 2023/2024 Special Services School budget for $4,135,400.00 (5-0)
• Approved 2023/2024 Technical School District budget for $8,553,827.00 (5-0)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance 1-23 for $1,000,000 in County Commons improvements (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 191-23 urging a moratorium on offshore wind farms (5-0)
• Approved $260,000.00 commercial fishing loan to Defiant Charters, LLC (5-0)
• Awarded $110,580.00 contract to Vann Dodge Chrysler, LLC for two Jeep Wranglers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 214-23 establishing a 2023 Temporary Emergency Budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 215-23 to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish a CAP bank (5-0)

County Agricultural Development Board

The Cape May County Agriculture Development Board is meeting to review a request from Curtis T. Corson, Jr. to divide premises on a 30.437-acre property in Upper Township. The agenda includes a chairman's report, financial statement, and public comment, with the division request as the main substantive item.

• Request for Division of Premises by Curtis T. Corson, Jr. in Upper Township
• Property: Block 559, Lots 22.91, 23, 25, 26
• Total acreage: 30.437 acres

The Board approved the subdivision of a permanently preserved farm owned by Curtis T. Corson, Jr. into two parcels of approximately 10 and 20 acres. The application must now go to the SADC for final approval.

• Approved subdivision of Upper Township Block 559, Lot 22.91, 23, 25, 26 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution CADB 1-2023 regarding the Upper Township subdivision (5-0)

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, certifying financial reports, and authorizing several resolutions. Key actions include advertising for the Townsends Inlet Bridge toll booth roof replacement and AC unit installation, and executing a claims administration agreement with Scibal Associates, Inc. dba Qual-lynx.

• Resolution authorizing advertisement for Townsends Inlet Bridge Toll Booth Roof Replacement and AC Unit Installation
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Scibal Associates, Inc. dba Qual-lynx for Claims Administration
• Resolution approving ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll payments between meetings
• Resolution certifying monthly deposits in revenue account for February 2023
• Resolution certifying commissioners reviewed annual audit report

The Commission approved several administrative resolutions, including spending ceilings for health benefits and payroll. It also authorized the advertisement for bids to replace the roof and install AC at the Townsends Inlet Bridge toll booth.

• Approved minutes of February 16, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Officer’s Certificate for February 2023 expenditures (unanimous)
• Certified February 2023 revenue deposits of $169,992.88 (unanimous)
• Approved spending ceilings: $40,000 for retiree health, $30,000 for active employee health, and $300,000 for monthly payroll (unanimous)
• Certified review of FY 2021 annual audit report to Local Finance Board (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement for Townsends Inlet Bridge toll booth roof replacement and AC installation (unanimous)
• Authorized three-year claims administration contract with Scibal Associates, Inc. dba Qual-Lynx (unanimous)

Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board

The Board approved two budget modifications for the Dennis Township Alliance to reallocate funds for the Drug Free Healthy Me and Strengthening Youth programs. Members also reviewed site visit reports for contracted services and received updates on local substance use disorder trends.

• Approved February meeting minutes
• Accepted two budget modifications for Dennis Township Alliance
• Confirmed no plans of correction needed for contracted service site visits

Youth Services Commission

The Commission approved the use of State/Community Partnership funds to expand the Station House Adjustment program. The body also accepted the minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting.

• Approved allocation of $15,000 in State/Community Partnership funds for Station House Adjustment expansion (13-0-2)
• Accepted January 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on March 14, 2023, to consider a consent agenda of 35 resolutions (155-23 through 189-23) covering contracts, grants, appointments, and agreements. The board will also discuss a presentation from the County Clerk and may enter executive session for attorney-client privileged matters.

• Award $1,740,986 contract to Agate Construction for Fishing Creek Drainage Improvements in Lower and Middle Townships
• Accept $911,712 Area Plan Grant from NJ Division of Aging Services
• Approve shared services agreements with Atlantic County and Ocean City
• Authorize $108,471 for Colliers Engineering for roadway materials testing
• Approve $14,833.26 change order for Ocean Drive bridge over Townsends Inlet

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing 35 resolutions, including several grant acceptances and infrastructure contracts. Key actions included awarding a drainage project and authorizing various shared services agreements.

• Awarded $1,740,986 contract to Agate Construction Company, Inc. for Fishing Creek Drainage Improvements
• Approved Resolution Nos. 155-23 through 189-23 via consent agenda
• Appointed Battalion Chief Wayne Matthews as Cape May County Fire Coordinator through Dec 31, 2023
• Authorized Shared Services Agreement with Atlantic County for Public Health Officer Services
• Accepted $911,712 grant from NJ Department of Human Services Division of Aging Services
• Authorized $108,471 proposal from Colliers Engineering and Design for roadway materials testing
• Approved contract for Root for Your Dog, LLC to provide animal shelter dog training
• Authorized Professional Service Agreement with ARS of Rio Grande, LLC for inmate methadone treatment

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is that minutes may be reviewed for details on what was discussed or decided.

• No agenda items listed

The Council accepted the minutes from the February 1, 2023 meeting and approved various committee reports. Members received updates on the 2023 budget timeline, SNAP benefit changes, and child welfare statistics for January 2023.

• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Accepted committee reports as presented

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of 43 resolutions, including road resurfacing contracts, grant acceptances, and various administrative items. They will also introduce a capital ordinance to fund $1 million in improvements to the County Commons (formerly the Rio Mall). The agenda is largely routine, with most items being approved as a block.

• Award $2,894,751.52 to South State, Inc. for Beach Avenue (CR604) resurfacing in Cape May
• Award $2,129,624.69 to South State, Inc. for Tyler Road (CR611) resurfacing in Woodbine and Dennis
• Introduce Capital Ordinance 1-23 appropriating $1,000,000 for County Commons improvements
• Authorize agreement with FOP Lodge #7 for correctional officers (2022-2024)
• Accept $1,194,310 NJACCHO grant for local public health infrastructure

The Board approved several high-value road contracts and a variety of administrative resolutions via a consent agenda. They also introduced a capital ordinance for improvements to the County Commons. Resolution No. 121-23 was tabled.

• Awarded $2,894,751.52 contract to South State, Inc. for Beach Avenue resurfacing
• Awarded $2,129,624.69 contract to South State, Inc. for Tyler Road resurfacing
• Introduced Capital Ordinance 1-23 appropriating $1,000,000 for County Commons improvements
• Approved $256,701.21 for Pennoni Associates Inc. for Lafayette Street engineering services
• Awarded $76,333.77 contract to Zone Striping, Inc. for trail network pavement markings
• Tabled Resolution No. 121-23 regarding Non-Fair and Open Agreements
• Approved $1,194,310.00 grant agreement for Local Health Department infrastructure
• Authorized emergency contract with Health Care Resources for Crest Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Open Space Review Board

The Board will review potential land acquisitions for DT Block 52 Lot 40, Block 54 Lot 18, and UT Block 567 Lot 28. The meeting also includes a discussion on Resolution 1-2023 regarding the extension of various shared services agreements.

• Potential Land Acquisition LA 23-01: DT Block 52 Lot 40 & Block 54 Lot 18
• Potential Land Acquisition LA 23-02: UT Block 567 Lot 28
• Resolution 1-2023: Extending various shared services agreements with expiring term limits
• Creative Placemaking Book Update

The Board recommended the acquisition of two parcels in Dennis Township for habitat and trail potential. It also approved no-cost time extensions for four projects and requested a site visit for a property in Upper Township.

• Recommended acquisition of Block 52, Lot 40 & Block 54, Lot 18 in Dennis Township for $61,800 (Unanimous)
• Approved no-cost time extensions for Franklin Street School (1 year), NASW, MAC, and Allen AME Church (All in favor, 1 abstention)
• Reappointed Mr. Lomax as Chairperson and Mr. Craig as Vice-Chairperson (All in favor, 2 abstentions)
• Approved corrected minutes from January 24th (All in favor)
• Determined a site visit is required for LA 23-02 in Upper Township before proceeding
• Agreed to invite Lower Township to submit a full application for Diamond Beach Park

County Agricultural Development Board

The Cape May County Agriculture Development Board will hold a public hearing on February 27, 2023, to consider a request by Michael E. Halpern, Ocean City Winery/Engine One Vineyards, LLC, for approval of a Site Specific Agricultural Management Plan. The plan covers property at 8 Bayaire Road, Upper Township, for wine grape growing, wine production, and bottling. Public comments will be accepted at or before the hearing.

• Request for Site Specific Agricultural Management Plan approval
• Property: Block 723, Lot 37, 8 Bayaire Road, Upper Township
• Use: wine grape growing, wine production, wine bottling facility
• Public hearing at 11:00 a.m., Commissioners Meeting Room, 4 Moore Road, Cape May Court House

The Board approved a site-specific agricultural management plan (SS AMP) for Engine One Vineyards LLC to retrofit an existing pole barn into a wine production and bottling facility. The approval includes several conditions to mitigate impacts on the surrounding residential neighborhood, including restrictions on vehicle types and business hours.

• Approved SS AMP for wine production, bottling, and storage at Block 723, Lot 37 (5-0)
• Conditioned approval on prohibiting 18-wheeler tractor-trailer deliveries
• Conditioned approval on limiting bottling to standard business hours
• Required updated plans to delineate existing buffers and the driveway entrance
• Required outdoor storage to be limited to a maximum height of six feet
• Required maintenance of current and proposed fencing
• Confirmed property meets the definition of a commercial farm

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to approve routine resolutions, including closing several construction contracts and authorizing toll consultant services through a shared services agreement. The agenda also includes a traffic review, updates on capital projects, and standard administrative items.

• Resolution authorizing use of Toll Consultant Services through Shared Services Agreement with South Jersey Transportation Authority
• Resolution accepting work and closing Contract C0-197 with Pennoni Associates, Inc. for Construction Engineering Services for 2020 Ocean Drive (CR621) Bridge over Middle Thorofare
• Resolution accepting work and closing Contract C8-61 with WSP USA, Inc. for Middle Thorofare Bridge Railing Replacement
• Resolution accepting work and closing Contract C2-57 with South State, Inc. for Furnish and Deliver Corsons Inlet Bridge Concrete Deck Repairs
• Resolution authorizing advertisement for Rehabilitation of Administration Building, 153 Crest Haven Road

The Commission authorized $50,000 for toll system software maintenance and approved advertising for the rehabilitation of its administration building. It also closed five construction and engineering contracts following final payments.

• Approved $50,000 for toll system software maintenance via Gannett Fleming, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for bids to rehabilitate Administration Building at 153 Crest Haven Road (unanimous)
• Approved spending ceilings for retiree health benefits ($40,000), active employee health benefits ($30,000), and monthly payroll ($300,000) (unanimous)
• Closed contract C0-197 with Pennoni Associates, Inc. after final payment of $929.12 (unanimous)
• Closed contract C8-61 with WSP USA, Inc. after final payment of $190.39 (unanimous)
• Closed contract C2-57 with South State, Inc. for Corsons Inlet Bridge repairs after final payment of $56,189.82 (unanimous)
• Closed contract C0-179 with South State, Inc. for Middle Thorofare rehabilitation after final payment of $340,016.92 (unanimous)
• Closed contract C1-59 with South State, Inc. for priority bridge repairs after final payment of $64,789.25 (unanimous)

Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board

The Board approved the minutes from the October meeting. Members received updates on overdose spikes, the EISS caseload, and the Overdose Fatality Review Team.

• Approved October meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of 29 resolutions covering grants, shared services agreements, road contracts, and administrative items. The board will also hold an executive session for attorney-client privileged matters and receive presentations on donations and a student athlete award.

• Accept $55,000 federal grant for Emergency Management Agency Assistance (EMAA)
• Accept $175,000 Hazard Mitigation Grant for Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026
• Shared services agreement with Lower Township for public safety dispatch services
• Release $6,365.70 performance guarantee to Behr Brewing for Seashore Road improvements
• Reject all proposals for Agency Nurse Staffing Services at Crest Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

The Board approved a consent agenda containing resolutions 82-23 through 110-23, which included several shared services agreements and grant acceptances. The Board also approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting and authorized payment of bills.

• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 82-23 through 110-23 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 01/24/23 meetings (5-0)
• Accepted $175,000 Hazard Mitigation Grant for Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026
• Accepted $222,497.10 Child Advocacy Development Grant from NJ Dept of Children and Families
• Approved shared services agreement with Borough of Wildwood Crest for traffic signal maintenance
• Approved shared services agreement with Township of Lower for public safety dispatch services
• Rejected all proposals for Agency Nurse Staffing Services for Crest Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
• Authorized $32,675.69 change order to South State, Inc. for county road paving

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving the 2023 Preliminary Equalization Table and hearing an exemption appeal from Lower Township. The agenda also includes corrections to the tax duplicate and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of 2023 Preliminary Equalization Table
• Exemption appeal from Lower Township
• Corrections of the tax duplicate
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

The Board unanimously approved the 2023 Preliminary Equalization Table via telephone motion. The board also processed several corrections to the tax duplicate across multiple municipalities.

• Approved 2023 Preliminary Equalization Table (unanimous)
• Approved value change (+$800) for Kevin E & Marianne J O’Brien in Avalon
• Approved line item removals and additions for Jersey Development LLC and Scott R & Louis G Jr. Cohen in Cape May City
• Approved property class changes for Housing and Urban Development, William H Roberts, and Edmond & Donna Poulin in Lower Township
• Approved property class changes for James Amenhauser and Gloria Jean Kee in Middle Township
• Approved value change (+$1,452,700) for 202 121st Street LLC in Stone Harbor
• Approved line item addition and property class changes for Township of Upper, Stanley L Sudol, and Jonathan Bailey in Upper Township
• Approved property class change for Eric & Lorraine Moore in Wildwood City

Board of County Commissioners

This is a special meeting of the Cape May County Board of County Commissioners held on February 3, 2023. The board voted to open and close public comment, then authorized entering executive session to discuss contract negotiations, as permitted under the Open Public Meetings Act. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 12:34 P.M.

• Resolution 81-23 authorizing executive session for contract negotiations under N.J.S.A. 10:4-12(b)(7)

The Board held a special meeting to authorize an executive session. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 81-23 to enter executive session for contract negotiations (5-0)

Human Services Advisory Council

The Council accepted the minutes from the December 7, 2022, meeting and approved various committee reports. Members received updates on SNAP benefit reductions, Medicaid recertification deadlines, and the status of county-funded contracts.

• Approved minutes from 12/7/22 meeting
• Accepted all committee reports as presented

Open Space Review Board

The Cape May County Open Space Review Board will discuss updates to the 2023 Open Spaces Program Guidelines and a potential land acquisition for two tax lots. The board will also receive reports from the chairman and director, review a financial statement, and consider approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Potential land acquisition: DT Block 52 Lot 40 & Block 54 Lot 18, Resolution #1-2023
• Open Spaces 2023 Program Guidelines Update
• Creative Placemaking Book Update
• Financial Statement review
• Approval of December 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board reached a consensus to treat the Wildwood Crest Arts Pavilion as a hybrid application, combining Program Priority and Park/Recreation funding. The Board also requested further research on a potential land acquisition in West Wildwood.

• Approved hybrid funding for Wildwood Crest Arts Pavilion (90% for Creative Placemaking, 75% for Park/Recreation amenities, 25% for Engineering & Design)
• Consensus reached to have staff research West Wildwood property's past use and dredge materials potential
• Requested Ms. Gimeno develop correspondence to Cape May County Museum regarding a proposed colonial garden at Route 9 and Easy Street
• Postponed discussion on Resolution #1-2023

Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board

The Cape May County Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board discussed updates on addiction services, including the Hope One program, a jail medication-assisted treatment program, and a new school-based substance-use initiative. The board voted to submit its Substance Use Disorder Plan and to write a letter of support for Cape Assist to receive a $2.6 million grant for the NJ4S program serving Cape May and Atlantic counties.

• Letter of support for Cape Assist for $2.6M NJ4S grant
• Draft Substance Use Disorder Plan submitted to DMHAS
• Hope One adding second vehicle for Knock and Talk program
• JAIL MAT serving ~30 inmates on suboxone, 9 on methadone
• Recovery High School has 10 students, 7 from Cape May County

The Board accepted a draft Substance Use Disorder Plan for submission to DMHAS. Members also voted to support Cape Assist's application for a $2.6 million NJ4S program grant. The meeting included updates on local drug trends and the status of the EISS program.

• Approved minutes of the October meeting
• Approved draft Substance Use Disorder Plan for submission to DMHAS
• Approved writing a letter of support for Cape Assist to receive the NJ4S program grant

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of 41 resolutions, including contracts, grants, and agreements. The most consequential item is awarding a $5,203,672.90 contract for resurfacing Lafayette Street in Cape May. The board will also consider several historic preservation grants and shared services agreements.

• Award $5,203,672.90 contract to Lexa Concrete, LLC for Lafayette Street (CR633) resurfacing, Cape May
• Authorize $1,119,619.54 shared services agreement with Wildwood for Byrne Community Center Phase II
• Authorize $240,000 Historic Preservation Trust Fund grant to Naval Air Station Wildwood Foundation for Hangar #1 Roof
• Apply for $47,553 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for gang, gun, and narcotics task force
• Authorize $67,076.84 contract to CTX Infrastructure for brine tank utility installation at Crest Haven complex

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing 41 resolutions, including several historic preservation grants and infrastructure contracts. A major contract was awarded for road resurfacing in the City of Cape May. The Board also authorized a feasibility study for Fare Free Transportation.

• Awarded $5,203,672.90 contract to Lexa Concrete, LLC for Lafayette Street resurfacing
• Approved $1,119,619.54 Shared Services Agreement with City of Wildwood for Byrne Community Center Phase II
• Authorized $240,000 grant for Hangar #1 Roof Area B Replacement (Naval Air Station Wildwood Foundation)
• Approved application for Micro-Transit Feasibility Study for Fare Free Transportation
• Awarded $67,076.84 contract to CTX Infrastructure, LLC for brine tank installation at Crest Haven complex
• Awarded $74,850.00 contract to Evergreen Specialty Services for a diesel-powered boom lift
• Reappointed Bob Ashman and Ron Simone to the Cape May County Planning Board
• Authorized $138,564 grant for Cold Spring Grange Hall Roof (Historic Cold Spring Village Foundation)

Planning Board

The Cape May County Planning Board is meeting to handle administrative business, including adopting minutes, setting the 2023 meeting schedule, selecting officers, and receiving reports. No substantive development or zoning decisions are on the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from September 15, 2022
• Adoption of 2023 meeting schedule
• Selection of 2023 officers
• Designation of Development Review Committee
• Introduction of new board member Patricia Gray Hendricks

The Board approved its 2023 meeting schedule and re-elected its officers. It also passed Resolution 1-2023 to designate members of the Development Review Subcommittee. The meeting included reports on the Wildwood redevelopment initiative and regional housing shortages.

• Adopted minutes of September 15, 2022
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule
• Re-elected Mr. Simone (Chair), Mr. Ashman (Vice-Chair), and Mr. Church (Secretary)
• Approved Resolution 1-2023 appointing Commissioner Bulakowski, Mr. Simone, and Ms. Hendricks (alternate) to the Development Review Subcommittee

Bridge Commission

The Commission approved spending ceilings for health benefits and payroll, authorized the use of regional and state contract vendors, and appointed a Public Agency Compliance Officer. Officials also announced a planned $0.50 toll increase for March 15, 2023.

• Approved spending ceilings: Retiree Health Benefits ($40,000), Active Employee Health Benefits ($30,000), and monthly payroll ($300,000)
• Authorized use of Regional, State, and National Contract Vendors through December 31, 2023
• Appointed Executive Director Karen Coughlin as Public Agency Compliance Officer
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Certified December 2022 revenue deposits of $228,258.54
• Authorized Chairman to sign Officer’s Certificate for December 2022 expenditures

Youth Services Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available document is the minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

The commission accepted the minutes from the November 9, 2022 meeting. Members received updates on youth program statistics and employment services, and discussed the need to reduce membership to receive state funding.

• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Decreased consumable supplies budget from $240 to $140 to cover increased NJ Association of County Youth Services Commission dues ($100 to $200)

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners held its annual reorganization meeting, electing Leonard C. Desiderio as Director and E. Marie Hayes as Vice-Director, and administering oaths of office to Hayes and Andrew Bulakowski. The board also approved a series of resolutions covering departmental assignments, appointments, salaries, and a temporary budget for 2023, along with a consent agenda of routine items including contracts, grants, and appointments.

• Elected Leonard C. Desiderio as Director and E. Marie Hayes as Vice-Director
• Awarded contract to Federal Resources Supply Company for a multi-mission robot for the Prosecutor's Office ($232,099.51)
• Accepted grants for Body Armor Replacement Program: Prosecutor's Office ($2,756.12) and Sheriff's Office ($7,590.67)
• Applied for Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant ($1,194,310.00)
• Set 2023 mileage rate at 65.5 cents per mile

The Board conducted its reorganization meeting, electing leadership and assigning departmental duties for 2023. The Board also approved a consent agenda featuring various contracts, grant acceptances, and personnel appointments.

• Elected Leonard C. Desiderio as Director of the Board (5-0)
• Elected E. Marie Hayes as Vice-Director of the Board (5-0)
• Approved 2023 department designations and assignments (5-0)
• Approved 2023 salaries and temporary budget (5-0)
• Awarded $232,099.51 contract to Federal Resources Supply Company for a multi-mission robot (5-0)
• Awarded $19,750.00 contract to Colliers Engineering & Design for Grassy Sound Fishing Pier improvements (5-0)
• Set 2023 reimbursable mileage rate at 65.5 cents per mile (5-0)
• Reappointed Conrad Johnson, Jr. as County Fire Marshal (5-0)