Cape May County public meetings in 2024

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission will vote on minutes, pay bills totaling $570,874.60, and adopt a consent agenda that includes resolutions for an officer's certificate, monthly revenue deposits, health benefit ceiling, 2025 holidays, pay dates, and meeting schedule. An additional resolution authorizes a $354,024.89 payment to J. Byrne Agency. They will also receive a traffic review and project updates.

• Motion to pay bills in the amount of $570,874.60
• Resolution 24-3758 authorizing payment to J. Byrne Agency for $354,024.89
• Resolution 24-3754 approving a ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll between meetings
• Resolution 24-3755 adopting 2025 paid holidays
• Traffic review and project updates from Antonio Colón

The Cape May County Bridge Commission held a regular meeting on December 19, 2024, approving the November minutes, paying bills, and passing a consent agenda of resolutions (24-3752 through 24-3758) covering administrative matters like officer certificates, deposits, health benefits, holidays, salaries, meeting schedules, and insurance. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on routine approvals and updates on capital projects, including an emergency repair at Corson's Inlet Bridge that will add two months to the schedule.

• Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 24-3752 through 24-3758 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing Chairman to sign Officer's Certificate (24-3752)
• Approved resolution certifying November 2024 revenue deposits (24-3753)
• Approved resolution setting ceiling for health benefits and payroll payments (24-3754)
• Approved resolution designating 2025 holidays (24-3755)
• Approved resolution establishing 2025 meeting schedule (24-3757)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will vote on a consent agenda covering employee leaves, salary changes, grants, and various contracts. A regular agenda item authorizes closing out professional service agreements related to the county's opposition to Orsted's Ocean Wind Project. A bond ordinance for roadway and drainage improvements is scheduled for adoption.

• Bond Ordinance 5-2024 for various roadway and drainage improvements
• Resolution 733-24 authorizes payment and closeout of contracts opposing Orsted's Ocean Wind Project
• Resolution 734-24 approves a new labor agreement with Sheriff's Office Superior Officers PBA #59 for 2025-2028
• Resolution 714-24 authorizes a sublease with Animal Outreach for a spay/neuter clinic at the county animal shelter
• Resolution 719-24 accepts a $45,500 grant for the Underage Alcohol Enforcement Project

The Board approved Resolution 733-24 to pay and close out contracts with legal firms representing the County in its opposition to Orsted's Ocean Wind project, ending that litigation. The Board also adopted Bond Ordinance 5-2024 for roadway and drainage improvements and approved a consent agenda of 22 resolutions, including contracts for substance use and mental health services. Public comment included requests for more transparency, such as video recording meetings and providing backup documentation.

• Approved Resolution 733-24 to close out Ocean Wind legal contracts (5-0)
• Adopted Bond Ordinance 5-2024 for roadway and drainage improvements (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 711-24 through 732-24 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 734-24 with Sheriff's Office Superior Officers PBA #59 (5-0)
• Approved contracts with ACENDA Inc. for substance use and mental health services (Res. 728-24, 729-24)
• Approved contract with Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional for recovery case manager (Res. 730-24)
• Approved change order for Fishing Creek Pump Station (Res. 722-24, $30,400)
• Approved sublease with Animal Outreach for spay/neuter clinic (Res. 714-24)

Board of Taxation

The Board of Taxation is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and address added or omitted tax appeals.

• Review of added/omitted tax appeals

The Cape May County Board of Taxation met on December 12, 2024, and approved settlement stipulations for added/omitted tax appeals. The meeting was procedural, with no individual case details provided in the minutes. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Approved settlement stipulations for added/omitted tax appeals (motion carried)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of Commissioners will hold a caucus and regular meeting on December 10, 2024. They will vote on a consent agenda of 22 resolutions, including shared services, grants, contracts, and administrative items. Public comment will be heard on the consent agenda and general business.

• Shared services agreement with Ocean County for juvenile detention services from Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2025
• Acceptance of $60,000 grant for Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative Innovations Funding
• Grant application for $228,683 in FY25 County Environmental Health Act funding
• Change order of $35,900 for architectural services at Cape May County Park & Zoo security building
• Payment of $13,860.30 to Travelers Insurance Company for various claims

The Cape May County Board of Commissioners approved all 22 resolutions on the consent agenda (Nos. 689-24 through 710-24) unanimously. Key approvals included the Cape May County Local Road Safety Action Plan, a shared services agreement with Ocean County for juvenile detention services, and a contract with Cape Assist for Family Navigator services. The board also heard public comments requesting more transparency, including moving meetings to non-working hours and improving audio access.

• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 689-24 through 710-24 (5-0)
• Approved Cape May County Local Road Safety Action Plan (Res. 704-24)
• Authorized shared services agreement with Ocean County for juvenile detention (Res. 694-24)
• Awarded contract to Cape Assist for Family Navigator services (Res. 707-24)
• Authorized competitive contracting for Correctional Center security system upgrade (Res. 709-24)
• Approved $13,860.30 payment to Travelers Insurance for claims (Res. 696-24)
• Authorized change order for Fare Free Transportation study, up to $30,000 (Res. 708-24)
• Authorized change order for Park & Zoo security building architecture, $35,900 (Res. 710-24)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will vote on a bond ordinance appropriating $9.3 million for roadway and drainage improvements, including $3.78 million in bonds. A consent agenda covers over 30 items, including grants for law enforcement, respite care, and a methadone treatment contract for the county jail. Also up for discussion are the 2025 holiday schedule, employee appointments, and a speed-limit change on Goshen Road.

• Bond ordinance (No. 5-2024) for $9,300,000 in roadway and drainage improvements
• Resolution 676-24: Accept $100,000 state grant for Operation Helping Hands (prosecutor's office)
• Resolution 682-24: Contract with ARS of Rio Grande for methadone treatment services at the correctional center
• Resolution 670-24: Modify speed limit on Goshen Road (CR615) in Middle Township
• Resolution 667-24 & 668-24: Release $8,014.88 each to Thomas Welsh and Thomas Knee for Ocean Drive improvements in Avalon

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission will vote on adopting its 2025 annual budget and consider a resolution to buy back bridge tickets at $1.20 each. The consent agenda also includes payment of bills totaling $201,598.29, certification of monthly deposits, and an amendment to the 2024 salary resolution. The meeting will open with a traffic review and include project updates.

• Paying bills in the amount of $201,598.29
• Resolution 24-3750 adopting the 2025 annual budget
• Resolution 24-3751 authorizing buyback of bridge tickets at $1.20 each
• Resolution 24-3749 amending the 2024 salary resolution
• Resolution 24-3747 certifying monthly deposits of $655,932.54

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several real estate acquisitions for the county road system and approving various state grant applications. The meeting also includes the approval of personnel changes and professional engineering contracts.

• Acquisition of real estate portions in Dennis and Middle Townships for the county road system
• Application for FY2025 Next Generation 9-1-1 Grants in the amount of $1,536,599.38
• Change Order No. 1 of $315,996.32 to T&M Associates for New Jersey Avenue (CR621) improvements
• Grant funding of $525,370.00 for Social Services for the Homeless
• Adoption of new Program Guidelines and Policies for the Cape May County Open Spaces Program

Open Space Review Board

The Cape May County Open Space Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review project P 22-01, a beach amenities station and ADA-accessible dune crossover. The board will also consider financial reports, policy updates, and approve prior meeting minutes. Public comment and closed session are scheduled.

• Review of project P 22-01: SIC Beach Amenities Station and ADA Accessible Dune Crossover
• Approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes (open and closed)
• Financial statement review
• Policy considerations

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda of 31 resolutions, including rejecting all bids for the Cape May County Justice Complex construction due to costs exceeding estimates, awarding a $9 million engineering contract for Ocean Drive upgrades, and approving a $12 million paving contract for various county roads. The board will also enter executive session for personnel and pending litigation matters.

• Rejected all bids for Justice Complex construction (Specification No. 20) after lowest bid substantially exceeded cost estimates
• Awarded $9,030,105.66 contract to Michael Baker International for preliminary engineering on Ocean Drive upgrades and bridge improvements (Route 109 to Madison Ave, Lower Township)
• Awarded $12,033,971.00 contract to South State, Inc. for 2024 maintenance paving on various county roads
• Accepted $175,977.52 FFY24 Homeland Security Grant from NJ Office of Homeland Security
• Authorized submission of $3,123,009.00 grant application for 2025 County Aid Transportation Program

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission will consider approving minutes, a traffic review, and paying bills totaling $255,317.96. They will also vote on a consent agenda including five resolutions, notably introducing the Commission's annual budget for fiscal year 2025 (final adoption scheduled for November 21, 2024), and certifying the 2023 audit and monthly deposits.

• Pay bills of $255,317.96
• Resolution 24-3744: Introduce 2025 annual budget (final adoption Nov 21)
• Resolution 24-3742: Certify September 2024 revenue deposits of $73,435.05
• Resolution 24-3745: Certify acceptance of 2023 annual audit
• Resolution 24-3743: Approve ceiling for health benefits/payroll between meetings

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board will consider Resolution 5-2024, which amends terms of shared services agreements between Cape May County and Upper Township funded by the Open Spaces and Farmland Preservation Program. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and review the September 2024 financial statement. Other agenda items include reports from the chairman and director, public comment, and a closed session.

• Resolution 5-2024 amending shared services agreement with Upper Township
• Approval of minutes from September 17 and October 1, 2024
• September 2024 Financial Statement
• Chairman’s Report
• Director’s Report

Board of Taxation

The Board of Taxation is meeting to review prior minutes and the 2024 Director's Table Overview. The board will also vote on the approval of the 2024 Added/Omitted Lists.

• Approval of 2024 Added/Omitted Lists
• 2024 Director's Table Overview

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several infrastructure projects, including engineering services for bridge replacements and the acquisition of real estate for the county road system. The body is also processing various grant applications and service contracts for human services and public safety.

• Competitive contracting for a concept study to replace Townsends Inlet and Corson’s Inlet Bridges
• Real estate acquisitions in Borough of West Cape May (Block 26 Lot 2) and Ocean City (Block 70.11 Lots 8.01, 8.02, 9.01, 9.02)
• Payment of $155,339.65 to Travelers Insurance Company for various claims
• Grant applications for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse ($266,635) and Corrections Center MAT Program ($307,224)
• Appointment of Richard A. Lundholm as County Fire Marshal for a three-year term

Open Space Review Board

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Cape May County Open Space Review Board. The agenda contains only standard items: call to order, pledge, public comment, closed session, and adjournment, with no substantive business or specific proposals listed.

• No specific items of business are listed on the agenda.

County Agricultural Development Board

The Cape May County Agricultural Development Board will consider a proposal to replace an existing single-family home on a preserved farm (Block 167.01 Lot 92.01) and vote on minutes from prior meetings, including public hearing transcripts for Seahorse Farm Winery and Bayside Shellfish. The board will also receive updates on Agricultural Development Areas and hear public comment before possibly entering closed session.

• Replacement of existing single-family residential home on preserved farm; Block 167.01 Lot 92.01
• Approval of minutes from June 12th public hearing (transcripts for Seahorse Farm Winery and Bayside Shellfish)
• Approval of minutes from July 29th regular meeting
• Agricultural Development Area updates

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda containing over 30 resolutions, including routine employee actions, road acquisitions, contract closeouts, grant acceptances, and an emergency declaration for repairs to the Ocean Drive (CR619) bridge over Great Channel. A separate regular agenda item authorizes competitive contracting for a facilities assessment and feasibility study for the Cape May County Library System. The meeting also includes a caucus session for litigation discussions.

• Emergency declared for Ocean Drive (CR619) bridge over Great Channel in Middle Township and Stone Harbor, allowing repairs (Res. 541-24).
• Introduction of proposed program guidelines for the Cape May County Open Spaces Program (Res. 553-24).
• Acquisition of three road parcels: Sunset Blvd/CR606 in West Cape May, Seashore Rd/CR626 in Lower Twp., and Dennisville Rd/CR628 in Dennis Twp. (Res. 523-24, 528-24, 529-24, 530-24).
• Acceptance of $384,925 VOCA subgrant award for victim assistance (Res. 543-24).
• Contract awards: $114,280 for IT software licensing (Convergint) and $25,000 for architectural design at Cape May County Park East (Melillo & Bauer).

Planning Board

The Cape May County Planning Board will meet to review and discuss the Cape May County Park System Master Plan. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from March 21, 2024.

• Overview and discussion of the Cape May County Park System Master Plan

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to approve bills and several resolutions. The body is considering a contract for bridge motor replacement and certifying monthly revenue deposits.

• Payment of bills totaling $255,317.96
• Resolution 24-3738: Contract for Total Control Systems for Middle Thorofare Bridge Primary motor replacement not to exceed $175,000
• Resolution 24-3736: Certification of August 2024 revenue account deposits of $1,693,757.57
• Resolution 24-3737: Approval of a ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll expenses between meetings

Open Space Review Board

The Cape May County Open Space Review Board will review several applications for open space projects, including a final application for 96th Street improvements in Stone Harbor and pre-applications for Harborview Park in Cape May and Byrne Plaza in Wildwood. The board will also consider a land acquisition (LA 24-02) and approve financial statements and prior minutes.

• PR 24-01 96th Street Improvements – Final Application (Borough of Stone Harbor)
• P 24-02 Harborview Park Improvements – Pre-Application (City of Cape May)
• PR 24-02 Byrne Plaza – Pre-Application (City of Wildwood and Wildwood BID)
• LA 24-02 Gunar Arenberg, LT Block 416 Lot 1.07 – Land Acquisition
• Approval of July 2024 Financial Statement

Youth Services Commission

The Cape May County Youth Services Commission approved the 2025 YSC Plan Update, the 2025 YSC Application, and the 2025 1/3 set-aside, each with 11 yes votes and 6 abstentions. The commission also approved new members Laurie Smith and Corann Greer as designee. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates.

• Approved 2025 YSC Plan Update (11-0-6)
• Approved 2025 YSC Application (11-0-6)
• Approved 2025 1/3 set-aside (11-0-6)
• Approved new YSC members Laurie Smith and Corann Greer as designee

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda of 25 resolutions and a regular agenda of two contracts. The most notable item is a resolution calling for a public hearing and investigation into unexpected energy bill increases from Atlantic City Electric, along with a moratorium on shut-offs and rate hikes pending investigation. Two large construction contracts for Grassy Sound Fishing Pier reconstruction ($2,985,552) and bridge erosion abatement ($2,536,246) are also up for award.

• Resolution 494-24: call for public hearing and investigation into Atlantic City Electric rate increases and utility shut-off moratorium
• Resolution 517-24: award $2,985,552 contract to South State, Inc. for Grassy Sound Fishing Pier reconstruction
• Resolution 518-24: award $2,536,246 contract to South State, Inc. for Middle Thorofare & Grassy Sound Bridge erosion and scour abatement
• Resolution 495-24: shared services agreement with North Wildwood for county dispatch services
• Resolution 496-500: acquisition of road parcels in Ocean City, Lower Township, and Middle Township for county road system

Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board

The Cape May County Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board met virtually and heard reports on addiction services, overdose trends, and housing programs. No substantive policy decisions were made; the board approved prior meeting minutes and accepted a role in reviewing a future grant application. A presentation from the Branches detailed its emergency housing program's first-year activity.

• Approved August meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted responsibility for reviewing 2025 Comp SUD grant preliminary figures (motion carried)
• Volunteered board members to review upcoming RFPs for recovery case management, mental health, and substance use services

Human Services Advisory Council

The Cape May County Human Services Advisory Council met via Zoom on September 4, 2024. The council approved the June 5, 2024 meeting minutes and accepted all committee reports as presented. The administrator reported on several items, including the 2024 HUD CoC competition, a new two-year NOFO cycle, and updates to the 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by B. DeFiccio, second by W. Whelan)
• Accepted all committee reports as presented (motion by S. Matthews, second by J. Moscony)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet in caucus and regular session. They will vote on a consent agenda of 37 resolutions, including a $287,097 contract for engineering services on Ocean Drive bridge repairs, multiple road acquisitions for the county road system, and a grant for public health emergency preparedness. A closed session is scheduled for pending litigation.

• Award $287,097 contract to Remington & Vernick Engineers for Ocean Drive (CR621) bridge repairs (Resolution 471-24)
• Accept $243,092 grant for public health emergency preparedness (Resolution 483-24)
• Authorize $106,000 Victims of Crime Act grant application for victim services (Resolution 482-24)
• Authorize encroachment agreement with Fishin Pier Grille North, Inc. for Landis Avenue right-of-way in Sea Isle City (Resolution 458-24)
• Authorize acquisition of multiple parcels for county road system in Upper, Lower, and West Cape May townships (Resolutions 459-469)

Open Space Review Board

The Cape May County Open Space Review Board will meet to discuss and possibly vote on a resolution amending terms of shared services agreements with agencies funded through the Open Spaces and Farmland Preservation Program. The board will also review the July 2024 financial statement and consider two preservation projects: HP 24-01 for NASW Hangar #1 and Office, and HP 24-02 for HCSV Exterior and Structural Preservation. The meeting includes public comment and a closed session for confidential matters.

• Resolution amending shared services agreements between Cape May County and various agencies funded through Open Spaces and Farmland Preservation Program
• HP 24-01: NASW Hangar #1 and Office preservation project
• HP 24-02: HCSV Exterior and Structural Preservation project
• July 2024 financial statement
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2024

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission will vote on paying $203,788.98 in bills and approving a consent agenda of five resolutions. The resolutions include certifying July 2024 revenue deposits of $585,565.33, setting a ceiling for health benefits and payroll expenses, and authorizing indemnification agreements for two running events. Commissioners will also receive a traffic review and a project update from Antonio Colón.

• Motion to pay bills totaling $203,788.98
• Resolution 24-3731 certifying monthly revenue deposits of $585,565.33 for July 2024
• Resolution 24-3732 approving a ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll expenses between meetings
• Resolution 24-3733 authorizing indemnification agreement with NJ Run for the Fallen, Inc.
• Resolution 24-3734 authorizing indemnification agreement with JLD Event Management – Run the Crest 10 Mile

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Commissioners will vote on a resolution urging New Jersey to take an incremental approach to proposed climate and land-use rules (PACT/REAL). Other business includes a shared-services agreement with Monmouth County for a document management system, several property acquisitions for road improvements, grant applications for transportation and public safety, and appointments to county boards.

• Resolution 421-24 urging an incremental state approach to proposed PACT/REAL climate rules
• Resolution 420-24 authorizing a 10-year shared-services agreement with Monmouth County for a Document Summary Management System
• Resolutions 422-24, 423-24, 424-24 authorizing acquisition of interest in Block 1432 Lot 8 in Middle Township for county road system
• Resolution 431-24 authorizing application for $790,286 in NJ Transit grant for senior/disabled transportation
• Resolution 430-24 authorizing application for 2024 Body Armor Replacement grant for Sheriff's Office

Development Review Committee

This meeting of the Cape May County Development Review Committee includes six applications for site plans, subdivisions, and waivers. The most consequential item is a major subdivision proposing 111 single-family homes and 120 townhomes. Other items include a self-storage facility with an apartment, several lot subdivisions, and a waiver from a right-of-way easement requirement.

• Major subdivision by Cape Atlantic Energy: 111 single-family homes and 120 townhomes on CR 654, Lower Township
• Barry Storage Facility: construct self-storage facility with apartment on CR 628, Dennis Township
• LMC Rentals: 6-lot subdivision with roadway/cul-de-sac on CR 612, Middle Township
• 2100 NJ Ave: 5-lot subdivision from 2 commercial lots with waiver for driveway location, North Wildwood
• Immanuel Baptist: seeking waiver from right-of-way easement requirement, Middle Township

County Agricultural Development Board

The County Agricultural Development Board will meet to certify commercial farm operations and address a Right to Farm complaint. The board will also hold a presentation and discussion regarding the statewide farmland valuation formula.

• Resolution 3-2024: Certifying commercial farm operation for BJOKA, LLC in Lower Township
• Resolution 4-2024: Certifying commercial farm operation and Right to Farm complaint for Bayside Shellfish, LLC in Middle Township
• SADC presentation and discussion on Statewide Farmland Valuation Formula

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is meeting to vote on a consent agenda containing 18 resolutions, including a $1.7M contract for resurfacing Tuckahoe Mount Pleasant Road and a new labor agreement with the Sheriff's Department union. They will also adopt a bond ordinance for various county bridge improvements and hear a presentation on an economic impact study from the Cape May MAC.

• Resolution 402-24: $1,712,118.45 contract to South State, Inc. for resurfacing Tuckahoe Mount Pleasant Road (CR664) in Upper Township.
• Resolution 412-24: Authorizes a labor contract with Police Benevolent Association Local 59 for Sheriff's Officers and Sergeants covering 2022–2026.
• Resolution 415-24: Appoints Christopher Leusner as Office of Emergency Management Coordinator for a three-year term ending July 11, 2027.
• Bond Ordinance 4-2024: Public hearing and adoption for various county bridge improvements.
• Resolution 405-24: $265,154.00 agreement with NJ Transit for 2024 rural transportation assistance (FTA Section 5311).

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission will consider approving minutes, paying $203,788.98 in bills, and adopting three consent agenda resolutions (24-3727 through 24-3729). These resolutions authorize the chairman to sign an officer's certificate, certify June 2024 revenue deposits of $346,231.53, and set a ceiling for health benefits and payroll expenses between meetings. A traffic review and project update are also scheduled.

• Motion to pay bills totaling $203,788.98
• Resolution 24-3728 certifying June 2024 revenue deposits of $346,231.53
• Resolution 24-3729 approving a ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll expenses
• Resolution 24-3727 authorizing the chairman to sign the Officer’s Certificate
• Traffic review (no details provided)

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board will consider SFCE 20-02, a project for Lafayette Street Park Phase III in Cape May, including specific lots. They will also review the July 2024 financial statement and approve minutes from the June 18 meeting. The meeting includes public comment and a closed session.

• Consideration of SFCE 20-02: Lafayette Street Park Phase III (City of Cape May, Block 1061 Lots 42, 51, 53, 54.01 & 54.02)
• Review of July 2024 financial statement
• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024 (open and closed)
• Public comment period
• Closed session followed by open session for possible action

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is reviewing resolutions regarding county personnel, shared services, and infrastructure projects. This includes accepting a grant for aging services and approving contract changes for roadwork in Cape May, Stone Harbor, and Ocean City.

• Accepting a $672,759.00 grant from the NJ Division of Aging Services as part of a $1,005,401.00 total budget
• Approving a $41,208.64 change order for Lafayette Street resurfacing in Cape May
• Approving a $44,518.72 change order for Third Avenue resurfacing improvements in Stone Harbor
• Authorizing a $45,428.26 contract for a new blinker signal at Court House South Dennis Road and Goshen Swainton Road
• Releasing $40,013.60 in performance guarantee funds to PMO, Inc. for 34th Street improvements in Ocean City

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners met to approve several infrastructure contracts and grant applications. Key actions included awarding a multi-million dollar contract for Goshen Road resurfacing and introducing a bond ordinance for bridge improvements. The board also addressed county personnel changes and public health funding requests.

• Awarded $2,955,366.25 contract to South State, Inc. for Goshen Road (CR615) resurfacing
• Introduced Bond Ordinance 4-2024 providing $4,000,000 for various county bridge improvements
• Approved a $26,500 change order for engineering services for the Marshallville Road (CR632) bridge replacement
• Authorized grant applications including $168,049 for public health infrastructure
• Established additional limited-time parking spaces on Commonwealth Avenue in the Township of Upper

Bridge Commission

The Commission will review traffic and approve minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes motions to pay bills totaling $154,439.56 and to certify May 2024 revenue deposits of $1,221,884.98. A project update will also be presented.

• Payment of bills in the amount of $154,439.56
• Certification of May 2024 revenue deposits totaling $1,221,884.98
• Inclusion of a $1,029,198.50 debt service payment within revenue deposits
• Approval of a ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll expenses

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board will review the May 2024 financial statement and minutes from May 21, 2024. The agenda also includes item PR 24-03 regarding 96th Street Park in Stone Harbor.

• Approval of May 21, 2024 minutes
• May 2024 Financial Statement
• PR 24-03: Stone Harbor - 96th Street Park

County Agricultural Development Board

The Cape May County Agricultural Development Board will consider a resolution to approve a settlement agreement for the Ocean City Winery in Upper Township. This agreement involves site-specific agricultural management practices for Block 723, Lot 37. The agenda also includes reports from the Chairman and Director.

• Resolution 1-2024: Settlement Agreement for Ocean City Winery (Upper Township)
• Approval of February 22, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners met to approve several resolutions regarding county funding and infrastructure. This included accepting grant funds for health infrastructure, tourism, and community cleanup. The board also authorized legal service agreements related to Ocean Wind, LLC.

• Real estate acquisition in Wildwood for the County Road System
• $218,869.00 for County Health Infrastructure Funding
• $94,876.69 award from NJDEP Clean Communities Program
• $13,000.00 application for Veterans Transportation Grant
• Legal service agreements regarding Ocean Wind, LLC

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of Commissioners convened an emergency meeting on June 6, 2024, to address a ground lease agreement. The board approved Resolution 327-24, issuing a formal Notice of Non-Renewal to the Delaware River & Bay Authority. This action stops the lease from automatically renewing for another thirty years under its existing terms. Commissioners also entered an executive session to discuss real property and contract negotiations before adjourning at 11:30 a.m.

• Resolution 327-24: Issues Notice of Non-Renewal to the Delaware River & Bay Authority for an existing ground lease
• Resolution 326-24: Authorizes executive session regarding real property acquisition and contract negotiations
• Meeting held at County Administration Building, 4 Moore Road, Cape May Court House
• Public comment period opened and closed before adjournment

Board of Taxation

The agenda for this meeting consists primarily of procedural items and the review of tax appeals. No specific case details, property addresses, or dollar amounts are provided in the document.

• Tax appeals

Development Review Committee

The committee will review several applications for land use and construction across Cape May County. This includes large-scale residential developments in Middle Township and site alterations in West Cape May. The agenda also covers outdoor dining approval and a lot line adjustment.

• Subdivision of Wildwood property into 19 lots for 18 townhomes
• Construction of 112 townhomes on Dias Creek Road in Middle Township
• Development of 222 residential units at a former concrete plant in Middle Township
• Structural additions and driveway alterations at 101 Sunset in West Cape May
• Approval for 'as built' outdoor dining at Red Brick Ale House

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is holding its regular meeting on May 28, 2024, with a caucus and executive session, followed by a public meeting. The board will vote on a consent agenda of 31 resolutions covering contracts, grants, appointments, and agreements, including a $2.19 million drainage improvement contract and a shared services agreement with Stone Harbor.

• Award $2,192,720.00 contract to South State, Inc. for drainage improvements on Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City
• Shared Services Agreement with Borough of Stone Harbor for paving Third Avenue (CR619) from 93rd to 80th Street
• Professional Services Agreement with The Brooke Group, LLC for mixed income housing initiative
• Apply for $16,400.00 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (with $16,400 in-kind match)
• Approve FY2025 Municipal Alliance Plan in amount of $106,199.00

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to approve minutes, pay bills, and adopt a consent agenda of resolutions. Key items include appointing officers for the coming year, certifying April 2024 revenue of $208,508.52, and requesting a change order for bridge work. The meeting also includes a traffic review and project update, with public comment periods scheduled.

• Resolution 24-3723: Request change order to Contract No. 15-153 with Michael Baker International for Corsons Inlet & Grassy Sound Bridges in the amount of $86,400.00
• Resolution 24-3716: Certify monthly deposits in revenue account for April 2024 in the amount of $208,508.52
• Resolution 24-3712: Appoint Carol Brand as Chairman for term May 23, 2024 through May 22, 2025
• Resolution 24-3713: Appoint Scott Halliday as Vice-Chairman for term May 23, 2024 through May 22, 2025
• Resolution 24-3714: Appoint Maryanne K. Murphy as Secretary/Treasurer for term May 23, 2024 through May 22, 2025

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board is meeting to discuss several open space and farmland preservation items, including a proposed memorial and gateway project in North Wildwood, an amendment to shared services agreements with Middle Township, and a request to remove shrubs from county-owned open space in Lower Township. The board will also consider minutes from its March meeting and may enter closed session.

• PR 24-02: North Wildwood Gold Star Memorial and Gateway Phase II
• Resolution 4-2024: Amending shared services agreements with Middle Township
• SFCP 20-01: Middle Township request to use alternate light poles for Ockie Wisting Grant
• Lower Township Block 742.01 Lot 24: Request to remove shrubs from open space land
• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is holding its regular meeting on May 14, 2024, with a caucus at 1:00 p.m. and regular session at 3:00 p.m. The board will consider a consent agenda of 33 resolutions covering employee matters, contracts, grants, and road projects, plus one regular agenda item. A notable item is a $1.75 million shared services agreement with North Wildwood for the Gold Star Memorial and Gateway Phase I project.

• Shared Services Agreement with North Wildwood for Gold Star Memorial and Gateway Phase I, up to $1,750,000
• Goshen Road (CR615) Resurfacing Improvements Phase I - approve contract documents and advertise for bids
• Marshallville Road (CR632) Bridge Replacements with Pedestrian Bridge - approve contract documents and advertise for bids
• Emergency declared on Bayshore Road (CR607) at Canal Crossing, Lower Township
• Grants: $709,260 VOCA, $93,833 Pop Up Prevention, $75,000 Overdose Fatality Review

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 decided or discussed.

Development Review Committee

The Cape May County Development Review Committee is meeting to review several subdivision and site plan applications. The agenda includes lot line adjustments, new residential lots, outdoor dining, a mixed-use development, a marina redevelopment, and commercial-to-residential conversions. All items are under review; no final decisions are listed on this agenda.

• 24-025: Remove structure to create 6 building lots at 87 Rose Lane, Lower Township (Fishing Creek Road)
• S24-021: Mixed-use development on vacant parcel at Bayshore Road, Lower Township
• S24-020: Redevelop municipal marina at Bay Park Marina, Avalon (Ocean Drive)
• S24-019: Raze commercial; construct 2 single-family homes and 2 townhomes, Lower Township (Ocean Drive)
• S24-017: Raze commercial; construct 2 duplexes, Lower Township (Ocean Drive)

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation is holding a routine meeting to approve prior minutes, reorganize the board for 2024, and discuss the 2024 tax appeal schedule. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• 2024 reorganization of the board
• 2024 tax appeal schedule discussion

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is the minutes, which should be reviewed for any decisions or discussions.

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of 34 resolutions (Nos. 225-24 through 258-24) covering routine administrative matters, grant applications, road acquisitions, contracts, and event permits. The board will also hold a closed executive session for attorney-client privileged matters and pending litigation. Public comment is scheduled.

• Resolution 229-24: Authorizes acquisition of land in Wildwood (Block 217, Lots 1.01 & 2.01) for County Road 621
• Resolution 230-24: Authorizes sight triangle easement in Woodbine (Block 139, Lot 2) for county road system
• Resolution 237-24: Applies for $194,712 Child Advocacy Development Grant (7/1/24-6/30/25)
• Resolution 239-24: Applies for $190,638.14 Homeland Security Grant (9/1/24-8/31/27)
• Resolution 254-24: Authorizes competitive contracting for architectural redesign of Cape May County Park East

Open Space Review Board

The Cape May County Open Space Review Board is meeting to review routine administrative items and consider one project, PR 24-01, for Stone Harbor's 96th Street Park. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports, and a financial statement, with a public comment period and a possible closed session.

• PR 24-01: Stone Harbor 96th Street Park
• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2024 (open and closed)
• Financial statement review
• Public comment period
• Closed session followed by open session

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners met to adopt the 2024 County Budget by title. The meeting included the approval of various resolutions regarding personnel, grants, road repairs, and contract changes.

• Adoption of the 2024 County Budget
• $300,000 commercial fishing loan for Cecil Creek Properties, LLC d/b/a South Dock Marina
• $193,180 change order for Beach Avenue (CR604) resurfacing in Cape May City
• $98,450 change order for construction oversight at the Historic Franklin Street School library
• $57,000 grant acceptance for Next Generation 9-1-1 system upgrades

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is the meeting minutes, which should be reviewed for any decisions or discussions.

• No agenda items listed

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to adopt the 2024 county budget and a temporary emergency budget, along with a resolution to exceed budget appropriation limits (CAP Bank). The board will also vote on a consent agenda of 26 resolutions covering employee leaves, contracts, grants, and road closures.

• Adoption of 2024 County Budget and CAP Bank resolution
• Emergency purchase of $74,523 for software restoration at Correctional Center
• Contract award of $102,000 to Design Collective Inc. for Park and Zoo info booths
• Change Order No. 2 for $44,600 for Marshallville Road bridge replacement
• Resolution supporting replacement of Wildwoods Boardwalk Tram Cars

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters and several key actions. The agenda includes appointing a new executive director, amending a contract for the Middle Thorofare Bridge railing project, and authorizing competitive contracting for engineering services on the Ocean Drive Bridge replacements. The commission will also consider resolutions on finances, an indemnification agreement for a half marathon, and other administrative items.

• Resolution naming Kevin Lare as Executive Director
• Resolution amending contract with WSP USA, Inc. for Middle Thorofare Bridge Railing Replacement
• Resolution authorizing competitive contracting for Ocean Drive Bridge Replacements engineering services
• Resolution approving indemnification agreement with Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center for OCNJ Half Marathon on September 22, 2024
• Resolution amending the Commission's Cash Management Plan

Development Review Committee

The Cape May County Planning Board is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting prior minutes and hearing a director's report. The main substantive item is a discussion of the New Jersey State Plan and the cross-acceptance process, which involves comparing local plans with state planning goals. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific development applications listed.

• Discussion of NJ State Plan and Cross Acceptance Process
• Adoption of November 16th, 2023 minutes
• Director's report
• Development Review Committee report
• Transportation comments

Planning Board

This agenda covers routine administrative actions, including board reorganization and minutes approval. The main item is a review of the county’s process for cross-accepting the New Jersey State Plan. Cross-accepting the plan updates how the county evaluates development proposals, which affects local zoning approvals and infrastructure planning for residents.

• Review of NJ State Plan cross-acceptance process

Open Space Review Board

The Cape May County Open Space Review Board is meeting to discuss land acquisition updates and inquiries for several properties, including the Shulman Property, West Wildwood, Upper Township, and Edgewood Properties. The board will also consider P24-01, a project at David Douglass Sr. Memorial Park. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval, reports, and public comment, and may enter closed session.

• P24-01: David Douglass Sr. Memorial Park project
• Land acquisition: Shulman Property, Lower Township Block 410.01 Lot 79
• Land acquisition: West Wildwood, Block 152-157 Lots: 1,1,1,1
• Land acquisition: Upper Township, Block 575 Lot 21
• Land acquisition: Edgewood Properties and Upper Township, Leamings Run

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation will consider approving the 2024 Final Equalization Table, which affects how property values are assessed across municipalities. The board will also receive updates on the BRT and on tax appeals. The meeting includes routine items like approving prior minutes and adjourning.

• 2024 Final Equalization Table
• Update on BRT
• Update on tax appeals
• Prior meeting minutes

Youth Services Commission

The Cape May County Youth Services Commission met to review program updates, including the Intensive Supervision Program, Station House Adjustment, and Strengthening Families Program. They also discussed the 2024 Comprehensive County Funding award, juvenile case statistics, and a monitoring report. The meeting included updates from the No Limits Academy and a public comment period.

• Received 2024 JJC Comprehensive County Funding award for ISP, Station House Adjustment, Botvins Life Skills, and Strengthening Families programs
• 90 juvenile cases filed this year, 18 open cases
• Intensive Supervision Program: 4 youth currently enrolled, 3 on electronic monitoring
• Station House Adjustment: 11 youth completed or registered for IMPACT; expanding to schools as suspension alternative
• Strengthening Families Program: 1 session running in Woodbine with 6 families; more planned for spring and summer

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with resolutions including contract awards for road and bridge work, grant acceptances, and appointments. They will also hold public hearings and potentially adopt ordinances for the Grassy Sound Pier construction, county-wide bridge improvements, and a technical school expansion. The meeting includes presentations on open space recommendations and community recognitions.

Human Services Advisory Council

This meeting of the Cape May County Human Services Advisory Council has no published agenda. The only available material is the meeting minutes, so the body is not presenting any specific decisions or discussion items for public review.

• No agenda items listed

Development Review Committee

The Cape May County Development Review Committee is meeting to review four development applications, including a mixed-use building in Ocean City, seasonal dining in Wildwood, and two subdivisions in Lower Township and West Cape May. The committee will discuss and potentially act on these items.

• Mixed-use structure with 3 commercial and 3 residential units at 55th Street (CR 619), Ocean City
• 85-seat outdoor seasonal dining at Ocean Drive (621), Wildwood
• Creation of 2 flag lots on vacant land on Shunpike Road (CR 644), Lower Township
• Waiver request for driveway on Stimpson Lane (CR 645), West Cape May

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to introduce the 2024 budget and consider a consent agenda of resolutions. The agenda includes routine administrative items, contract awards, and a resolution opposing the state's proposed Shore Protection Rule. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for March 26, 2024.

• Introduction of the 2024 county budget
• Resolution opposing the State of New Jersey's proposed Shore Protection Rule
• Resolution authorizing transfer of surplus property to Allaire Health Systems for $1.00
• Resolution approving payment of $109,945.00 to Travelers Insurance for claims
• Contract awards for landscaping, demolition, and emergency notification services

Open Space Review Board

The Cape May County Open Spaces Review Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on land acquisitions, a historic preservation project, and a resolution amending shared services agreements for agencies funded through the Open Spaces and Farmland Preservation Program. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and financial statements.

• HP 23-04: Historic Cold Spring Village ADA and related improvements
• Land acquisition updates: Shulman Property (Lower Township Block 410.01 Lot 79), West Wildwood (Block 152-157), Upper Township (Block 575 Lot 21)
• Resolution 2-2024: Amending terms of shared services agreements with agencies funded through the Open Spaces and Farmland Preservation Program

County Agricultural Development Board

The Board will consider a proposal to lease farmland preserved land for cannabis cultivation in West Cape May. The agenda also includes board re-organization and a resolution regarding the relocation of an exception area in Lower Township.

• Proposal to lease farmland preserved land for cannabis growing (West Cape May Block 73 & 74, Lots 10 & 3)
• Resolution 1-2024: Relocation of Exception Area at Block 748, Lot 14, Lower Township
• Board re-organization

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative items and several bridge-related actions. Key items include approving a change order for the 2022 Fender Rehabilitation contract, authorizing a grant agreement with the Federal Highway Administration, and advertising bids for the Townsends Inlet Bridge Fender Rehabilitation Program. The commission will also enter executive session.

• Change Order No. 1 to contract C2-236 with WSP USA, Inc. for 2022 Fender Rehabilitation
• Grant agreement with Federal Highway Administration
• Advertisement of bids for Townsends Inlet Bridge Fender Rehabilitation Program
• Resolution approving ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll expenses
• Executive session scheduled for February 15, 2024 at 2:30 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners discussed several major funding ordinances for infrastructure and school expansions. The meeting also included the approval of various resolutions regarding grants, road improvements, and personnel changes.

• Bond Ordinance 1-2024: $24,000,000 for Justice Complex improvements
• Bond Ordinance 2-2024: $18,000,000 for County-Wide Bridge Improvements (Phase I)
• Bond Ordinance 3-2024: $19,335,000 for Cape May County Technical School District Expansion
• Capital Ordinance 1-2024: $2,200,000 for Grassy Sound Pier construction
• Contract award: $3,510,432.27 to South State, Inc. for Third Avenue resurfacing in Stone Harbor

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 on what was discussed or decided.

• No agenda items listed

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to review three applications: a lot consolidation in Lower Township, a major subdivision in Middle Township, and a waiver request for a nonconforming parking/driveway layout in Wildwood. The committee will decide or discuss these items, including a potential performance bond and parking deficiency issues.

• 24-007: Sea Haven Homes LLC, Lower Township, Block 207, Lots 1-20, Fulling Mill Road (CR 654), lot consolidation to create net loss of 14 lots, with ~206 SF dedication to County at CR 654 and Star Ave.
• 24-009: BLS Property Holdings/B&L, Middle Township, Block 118.03, 120, Lots 7-10, 13; 21, 22, major subdivision creating 12 net new lots on Old Avalon Blvd, with traffic study.
• S23-058: 101-103 Rio Grande Ave (Sciarra Properties), Wildwood, Block 49 Lots 17, 18, 29.01, waiver request for nonconforming parking/driveway layout; tentative bond of $6,450.40 if waiver granted.
• Parking deficiency noted for S23-058: 57 spaces required, 11 exist; proposed off-site parking not binding.
• Driveway dimensions for Lot 17/18: curbline opening 43' existing, 22' proposed; driveway width 60' existing, 18' proposed.

Open Space Review Board

The Board will conduct a reorganization and review financial statements. The agenda includes a resolution regarding shared services agreements and a discussion of the Kelly Property in Upper Township.

• Resolution 1-2024: Amending terms of shared services agreements for Open Spaces and Farmland Preservation
• LA 23-03: Kelly Property, Upper Township Block 16 Lot 1.01

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners met to approve a series of resolutions covering personnel, insurance, and infrastructure. Key actions included authorizing shared services for road and traffic maintenance and awarding several service contracts.

• Awarded $5,837,616.62 to South State, Inc. for traffic and parking improvements at the County Park and Zoo
• Awarded $1,287,465.00 to Command Co., Inc. for the Veterans’ Cemetery beautification project
• Authorized a $779,128.99 agreement with NJ Transit for senior and disabled resident transportation
• Authorized a contract for sale of real estate at 1084 Route 47 South in Middle Township
• Declared an emergency condition on James Kilpatrick Causeway (CR619) in Upper Township

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, certifying deposits, and authorizing payments. They will also consider resolutions on toll rate deferment, insurance policies, and appointing a compliance officer, as well as receive updates on capital projects.

• Resolution authorizing toll rate deferment
• Resolution authorizing Public Entity Liability, Property, Crime and Cyber Liability Insurance Policies
• Resolution appointing Public Agency Compliance Officer
• Resolution approving ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll expenses
• Update on current Capital projects

Development Review Committee

The Cape May County Development Review Committee is meeting to review six development applications across multiple municipalities. These include a parking lot expansion in Wildwood, a mixed-use building in Wildwood Crest, a lot consolidation in Avalon, a subdivision in Middle Township, a three-story mixed-use building in Ocean City, and accessory structures in Sea Isle City. The committee will decide on these proposals, which involve changes to county roads and curb cuts.

• Parking lot expansion to 22 spaces for orthodontics office, Wildwood (S23-061)
• Demolish bank, build ground-floor commercial with 4 residential units, Wildwood Crest (S24-001)
• Lot consolidation of 6 lots, net loss of 3 lots, Avalon (24-001)
• Subdivision creating 1 new lot for single-family home, Middle Township (24-004)
• 3-story mixed-use with 6,282 SF commercial and 5 residential units, Ocean City (S24-002)

Youth Services Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is the minutes, which are referenced for review.

• No agenda items listed

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including the swearing-in of elected officials and the election of a Director and Vice-Director. The board will also vote on a consent agenda of routine resolutions covering appointments, salaries, a temporary budget, and various contracts and grants.

• Resolution 20-24: Contract to NV5 for up to $96,401.50 for engineering services on Tuckahoe Mount Pleasant Road (CR664) resurfacing.
• Resolution 21-24 & 22-24: Change orders to South State, Inc. for Tyler Road (CR611) resurfacing, adding $49,200.68 and reducing $84,961.47.
• Resolution 23-24: Change order of $36,290.00 to Sadat Associates for landfill remediation services.
• Resolution 26-24: Sets 2024 County Library Tax at .00034 mil per dollar.
• Resolution 32-24: Authorizes sale of surplus county property and vehicles via GovDeals.com.