Cumberland County public meetings in 2021

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to decide on a bond guarantee for a technical school facility acquisition and to vote on several service contracts and grant applications.

• Ordinance 2021-6: Bond guarantee not exceeding $2,100,000 for Technical School Facility Acquisition Project
• Resolution 2021-793: HVAC maintenance contract for small equipment with Peterson Service Co. ($587,184.00)
• Resolution 2021-794: HVAC maintenance contract for large equipment with Falasca Mechanical, Inc. ($566,488.00)
• Resolution 2021-796: Porter services and cleaning supplies for Cumberland County Jail with ACCSES New Jersey, Inc. ($595,555)
• Resolution 2021-774: Consent to sale of 660 Buckshutem Road to City of Bridgeton Board of Education

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2021-6, a bond guaranty ordinance authorizing the County to guarantee up to $2.1 million in lease revenue bonds issued by the Cumberland County Improvement Authority (CCIA) for the acquisition of a building at 2745 S. Delsea Drive in Vineland for the Cumberland County Technical Education Center (CCTEC). The board also approved an application for an early retirement incentive for corrections officers and consented to the sale of county property at 660 Buckshutem Road to the Bridgeton Board of Education. Numerous contracts, grants, and appointments were also approved.

• Adopted Bond Guarantee Ordinance 2021-6 for up to $2.1M for CCTEC facility (6-1)
• Approved Early Retirement Incentive application for corrections officers (6-0, Albrecht abstained)
• Approved consent to sale of 660 Buckshutem Road to Bridgeton BOE (4-3)
• Approved $595,555.20 porter services contract for County Jail (6-1)
• Approved $688,560 vehicle repair services contract (6-0, Albrecht recused)
• Approved $587,184 HVAC maintenance contract for small equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $566,488 HVAC maintenance contract for large equipment (unanimous)
• Reappointed Gerald Seneski as CFO for 3-year term (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to approve November expense reports and adopt several resolutions for 2022. The agenda includes board personnel changes and updates on a pilot program for overdose fatality reviews.

• Resolution 12/2021-01: Neil Riley Board Resignation
• Resolution 12/2021-02: Neil Riley appointed Board Secretary
• Resolution 12/2021-03: Board of Health Professional Services 2022
• Resolution 12/2021-06: Amendment to Overdose Fatality Review Pilot Program
• Resolution 12/2021-08: Approving Change Order No.2 - SBE

The Cumberland County Board of Health approved eight resolutions, including the 2022 professional services contracts, the 2022 meeting schedule, and a $60,000 increase to the Strategic Billing Enterprise contract for COVID-19 vaccine billing. The board also accepted Neil Riley's resignation and appointed him as Board Secretary. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved 2022 professional services contracts for medical, lab, and billing services (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule (12 dates, monthly at 5:30 p.m.)
• Approved $60,000 increase to Strategic Billing Enterprise contract for COVID-19 vaccine billing (unanimous)
• Accepted Neil Riley's resignation from the Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Neil Riley as Board Secretary for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Overdose Fatality Review grant, adding $100,000 for FY2022 (unanimous)
• Cancelled unspent grant appropriations and account balances (unanimous)
• Designated The Daily Journal and South Jersey Times as newspapers of record for 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review October expense reports and consider the adoption of a fee resolution. The meeting also includes updates regarding Covid-19.

• Adoption of Resolution 11/2021-01 Luers Fee Resolution
• Review and approval of October expense reports

The Cumberland County Board of Health approved Resolution 11/2021-01 to pay $9,463.75 to settle the Crystal Brown OPRA case, covering counsel fees and costs. The board also approved the October expense report and payment of bills, totaling $273,155.00 for September. Additionally, the board approved four resolutions from the October meeting, including grant funding for overdose fatality review and a septic system study extension.

• Approved Resolution 11/2021-01: pay $9,463.75 to settle the Crystal Brown OPRA case.
• Approved the October expense report and payment of bills for September, totaling $273,155.00.
• Approved Resolution 10/2021-01: accept $100,000 in additional funding for the Overdose Fatality Review Team grant.
• Approved Resolution 10/2021-02: waive the $350 inspection fee owed by Rieck Avenue Day Camp.
• Approved Resolution 10/2021-03: extend the Septic System Maintenance and Repair Study grant through October 31, 2021.
• Approved Resolution 10/2021-04: increase the Strategic Billing Enterprise contract by $57,500 for COVID-19 vaccine billing.
• Approved the minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting.
• Approved adjournment of the October 20, 2021 meeting at 6:01 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss a bond guarantee for a technical school facility acquisition and various budget amendments. The body is also reviewing several service contracts and vehicle purchases for law enforcement.

• Ordinance 2021-6: Bond guarantee not exceeding $2,100,000 for Technical School Facility Acquisition Project
• Resolution 2021-730: Purchase of five 2022 Dodge Chargers for $147,115.00
• Resolution 2021-734: Auditing services contract with Bowman & Company, LLP for $217,350.00
• Resolution 2021-741: Traffic signal equipment and sign materials contracts with Signal Control Products, Inc. ($645,804.00) and Garden State Highway Products, Inc. ($776,023.21)
• Resolution 2021-733: 60-month lease of a Pitney Bowes mailing machine for $79,800.00

The Board approved an interim contract with Hudson County to house Cumberland County adult inmates at the Hudson County Correctional Facility and provide rehabilitation services, with Commissioner Albrecht voting no and Commissioner Pearson abstaining. The Board also introduced a bond guaranty ordinance for up to $2.1 million to finance the acquisition and renovation of a building for CCTEC administrative offices, with a public hearing set for December 21. A budget transfer of $1,436,000 was approved as amended, including $300,000 for election worker salaries.

• Approved interim inmate housing contract with Hudson County (5-1, Pearson abstained)
• Introduced $2.1M bond guaranty ordinance for CCTEC building (7-0)
• Approved $1.436M budget transfer as amended (7-0)
• Approved $147,115 for five 2022 Dodge Chargers for Sheriff's Office (7-0)
• Approved $217,350 auditing services contract with Bowman & Company (7-0)
• Approved $35,200 GOLD/LOGIN library database contract (7-0)
• Approved $20,542.82 for Prosecutor's Office vehicle upfits (7-0)
• Approved $36,656,889.08 payment of bills (6-1, Albrecht no)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve several service contracts and equipment purchases. Key actions include funding for library renovations and addressing staffing shortages at the Department of Corrections.

• Contract for Cumberland County Library Renovations awarded to Fabbri Builders, Inc. for $831,890.00
• Employee Prescription Drug Program contract awarded to Benecard Services, LLC for $3,066,391.32
• Body camera system for Department of Corrections from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $159,611.68
• Budget amendment of $118,640.00 for the FY 2021 Community Policing Development Microgrant Program
• Purchase of a CAT Diesel Pneumatic Tire Lift Truck for $49,999.00

The Board of County Commissioners approved 20 resolutions, including a $831,890 contract for Cumberland County Library renovations, a $3,066,391.32 employee prescription drug program, and a $159,611.68 body camera system for the Department of Corrections. The board also affirmed an emergency overtime procedural change for corrections officers, paying double time after 80 hours per pay period, and rejected all proposals for opioid use disorder services to rebid under a new scope. Two resolutions passed with dissenting votes: assigning legal representation for a corrections captain (5-1) and increasing a litigation legal expense ceiling (5-2).

• Approved $831,890 library renovation contract to Fabbri Builders (unanimous)
• Approved $3,066,391.32 prescription drug program with Benecard Services (unanimous)
• Approved $159,611.68 body camera system with Axon Enterprise (unanimous)
• Affirmed emergency overtime change for corrections: double time after 80 hours (unanimous)
• Rejected all opioid use disorder service proposals; will rebid with new scope (unanimous)
• Approved $39,700 in soup kitchen contracts; authorized re-bid for more proposals (unanimous)
• Approved legal representation assignment for Capt. Loren Joynes, $20,000 ceiling (5-1, Albrecht abstained)
• Approved $15,629,868.58 in bill payments (6-1, Albrecht no)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review September expense reports and vote on four resolutions. The meeting includes discussions on the 2022 budget, staffing, and Covid-19 updates.

• Resolution 10/2021-01: Overdose Fatality Review Pilot Program
• Resolution 10/2021-02: Refund for Rieck Ave Day Camp
• Resolution 10/2021-03: Septic Repair Grant Extension
• Resolution 10/2021-04: SBE Contract Change Order
• Discussion of 2022 Budget

The Cumberland County Board of Health approved four resolutions, including accepting an additional $100,000 in state funding for the Overdose Fatality Review Pilot Program, waiving a $350 inspection fee for a closed day camp, extending a septic system study grant, and increasing a billing services contract by $57,500 for COVID-19 vaccine administration. The board also approved the September expense report and payment of bills, and entered closed session to discuss litigation.

• Approved Resolution 10/2021-01 accepting $100,000 FY2022 grant for Overdose Fatality Review Pilot Program
• Approved Resolution 10/2021-02 waiving $350 inspection fee for Rieck Avenue Day Camp (closed)
• Approved Resolution 10/2021-03 extending septic system study grant to October 31, 2021
• Approved Resolution 10/2021-04 increasing Strategic Billing Enterprise contract by $57,500 (228.57%) for COVID-19 vaccine billing
• Approved September expense report and payment of bills totaling $219,192.00
• Approved minutes from August 18, 2021 meeting
• Entered closed session to discuss litigation (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review multiple budget amendments, contract awards, and personnel appointments. Discussion includes funding for road programs, public works projects, and legal expense adjustments.

• Surface Transportation Block Grant: $2,100,000.00
• Local Freight Impact Fund Road Program (Maurice River): $1,693,097.15
• Local Freight Impact Fund Road Program II (Commercial Township): $921,699.15
• Salt Shed replacement at Port Norris Public Works Facility: $181,989.00
• Highway Safety Improvement Program (C.R. 621 Roundabout): $66,355.95

The Board approved joining the Southern Coastal Regional Employee Benefits Fund for health insurance, effective January 1, 2022, a move officials said will limit the premium increase to under 1% versus 6.5% if the county stayed with Horizon. The board also approved a $2.1 million federal road program budget amendment, awarded two road construction contracts totaling over $2.6 million to South State, Inc., and approved a $400,000 emergency rental relief program. All resolutions were adopted, with several legal expense ceiling increases passing 5-2.

• Approved joining Southern Coastal Regional Employee Benefits Fund for health insurance (unanimous)
• Approved $2.1M Surface Transportation Block Grant budget amendment (unanimous)
• Awarded $1.69M LFIF road contract to South State, Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded $921,699 LFIF road contract II to South State, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 Emergency Rental Relief sub-grant to CCIA (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 CDBG-CV2 subgrant to Bayshore Center at Bivalve (unanimous)
• Approved 7 legal expense ceiling increases (5-2, Albrecht & Pearson dissenting)
• Appointed Cornelius Riley as Public Works Director (6-0, Pearson abstained)

Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a shared services agreement to provide an interim Warden for the Cumberland County Department of Corrections. The agreement would involve sharing the duties and salary of the Warden between Cumberland and Gloucester counties.

• Resolution 2021-657: Shared Services Agreement with the County of Gloucester for an interim Warden
• Cumberland County to pay 50% of the Warden's annual salary and benefit costs
• Agreement term from October 13, 2021, to April 30, 2022, with options for six-month extensions
• Cumberland to reimburse travel expenses at a rate of $0.56 per mile when a county car is unavailable

The Board of County Commissioners approved a shared services agreement with Gloucester County to provide an interim warden for the Cumberland County Department of Corrections. The agreement runs from October 13, 2021 to April 30, 2022, with an option to extend. The vote was 5-2, with Commissioners Albrecht and Pearson voting no.

• Approved Resolution 2021-657 authorizing a shared services agreement with Gloucester County for an interim warden for the Cumberland County Jail (5-2 vote).
• The agreement covers the period from October 13, 2021 to April 30, 2022, with an option to extend for additional six-month terms.
• Cumberland will pay Gloucester 50% of the warden's salary and benefit costs on a quarterly basis.
• The board opened and closed the public comment period for agenda resolutions (7-0 votes).
• The board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 4:47 PM.

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several grant applications, contract renewals, and equipment purchases. Key items include a major radio system upgrade and various public safety and social service contracts.

• Purchase of a 700 MHZ Radio System for the Office of Emergency Management from Motorola Inc. for $14,379,307.00
• Contract for dam inspections of five dams, including East Lake and Sunset Lake, with Pennoni not to exceed $69,200.00
• Social media consulting services contract with Direct Development, LLC for $27,000.00
• Budget amendment for Operation Helping Hand Grant Program in the amount of $90,476.19
• Acceptance of Child Advocacy Development Grants for treatment services, programs, and technology totaling $169,078.00

The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners approved a $14,379,307.00 purchase from Motorola Inc. for a 700 MHz radio system for the Office of Emergency Management, funded in part by ARPA funds. The board also approved a series of other resolutions, including grant applications, contract renewals, and a $50,000 increase for the emergency shelter program. Several resolutions were approved with dissenting votes, including the dam inspection contract and the payment of bills.

• Approved $14,379,307.00 Motorola 700 MHz radio system purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $69,200.00 Pennoni dam inspection contract (5-1, Albrecht no, Barber abstain)
• Approved $50,000 increase for Rural Development Corp. emergency shelter (unanimous)
• Approved $18,158,089.84 payment of bills (6-1, Albrecht no)
• Approved $20,000.00 subgrant to Bridgeton Midget Football (unanimous)
• Renewed gang & gun violence prevention contracts (unanimous and 6-0 with one abstention)
• Rejected all bids for electrical services, re-advertised, extended G.M. White contract 60 days (unanimous)
• Approved $27,000.00 social media consulting contract with Direct Development (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several resolutions related to housing rehabilitation grants, public health services, and infrastructure maintenance. The meeting includes approvals for professional service contracts and various legal expense ceiling increases.

• Contract with Dominion Voting Systems, Inc. for election equipment ($1,480,725.25)
• Budget amendment for Small Cities CDBG 2021 Housing Rehabilitation Septic System Improvements ($292,820.00)
• Professional service contract with Fralinger Engineering, PA for survey services ($430,000.00)
• Emergency HVAC installation contract for a law enforcement building with Peterson Service Company ($123,879.00)
• Web development and hosting for the Department of Health with SHI International Corp. ($59,806.00)

The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners approved a $1,480,725.25 contract with Dominion Voting Systems for new election equipment, including tabulators and ballot-marking devices, and declared 28 legacy AVC Advantage machines as surplus to be traded in for a $7,000 credit. The board also approved a large group of resolutions covering grants, contracts, and legal fee increases, and appointed Stanley B. Field as Interim Jail Operations Director. Several resolutions related to legal matters were approved with abstentions from Commissioners Albrecht and Pearson.

• Approved a $1,480,725.25 contract with Dominion Voting Systems for new election equipment, including a $7,000 trade-in credit for 28 surplus AVC Advantage machines.
• Approved a group of 43 resolutions (2021-583 through 2021-625) covering grants, contracts, and legal fee increases, with Commissioner Albrecht voting no on the group.
• Approved a $292,820 budget amendment for the Small Cities CDBG 2021 Housing Rehabilitation (Septic System) grant.
• Approved a $430,000 'fair and open' professional services contract with Fralinger Engineering for survey services.
• Approved a $123,879 emergency contract with Peterson Service Company to replace a failed HVAC system at a Prosecutor's office building.
• Approved a $40,000 award of COVID-19 relief subgrants to the Levoy Theatre Preservation Society and Gallery 50.
• Appointed Stanley B. Field as Interim Jail Operations Director for the Department of Corrections for up to 8 weeks.
• Approved five-year collective bargaining agreements with UAW Local 2327 and CWA Local 1036 (Supervisory Unit).

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve the 2020 audit and review August expense reports. Members will discuss Covid-19 and environmental billing, staffing, and cottage food bills.

• Resolution 09/2021-01: CCDOH 2020 Audit Acceptance
• Review and approval of August expense reports
• Discussion of Flu Clinic Schedule
• Updates on Covid-19 and Covid billing
• Discussion of Environmental Billing and Cottage Food Bill

The Cumberland County Board of Health met via videoconference on September 15, 2021, and approved Resolution 09/2021-01, certifying the 2020 audit. The board also reviewed the August expense report and approved payment of bills, and discussed the flu clinic schedule, COVID-19 updates, and staffing. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Resolution 09/2021-01 accepting the 2020 audit (unanimous)
• Approved August expense report and payment of bills
• Approved minutes from the August 18, 2021 meeting

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on bond ordinances for election equipment and a previous bond amendment. The body is also reviewing several contracts for elderly meals, retiree health plans, and infrastructure projects.

• Bond Ordinance 2021-04: $1,600,000 for ballot booths and related equipment
• Resolution 2021-549: Budget amendment for $7,777,405.00 in NJDOT County Aid
• Resolution 2021-559: $1,600,352.00 two-year contract for elderly catered meals (Iacofano Group, LLC)
• Resolution 2021-558: $925,552.32 for a retiree Medicare Advantage Plan (Sierra Health and Life Insurance Company, Inc.)
• Resolution 2021-556: $105,136.70 for a body camera system for the Prosecutor's Office (Axon Enterprise, Inc.)

The Board of County Commissioners adopted two bond ordinances, including one authorizing $1.6 million for new ballot booths and related equipment, and another amending a prior bond for Rowan College of South Jersey projects. The board also approved a $7.78 million budget amendment for the FY 2022 County Aid transportation program and numerous other contracts and resolutions. Several items were approved over Commissioner Albrecht's sole dissenting vote.

• Adopted bond ordinance for $1.6M ballot booth acquisition (6-1)
• Adopted amended bond ordinance for RCSJ projects totaling $10.9M (6-1)
• Approved $7,777,405 budget amendment for FY 2022 County Aid transportation program (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 for county-wide gun buy-back program (6-1)
• Rejected all bids for opioid use disorder services, extended current contracts (unanimous)
• Rejected sole bid for alcohol/drug abuse transportation, extended Govan contract (6-1)
• Approved $1.6M contract for catered meals for elderly nutrition program (unanimous)
• Approved $15,020,109.45 in bill payments (6-1)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review July expense reports and approve the payment of bills. The body is scheduled to adopt a resolution for National Immunization Awareness Month and receive Covid-19 updates.

• Resolution 08/2021-01: National Immunization Awareness Month
• Review and approval of July expense reports and payment of bills
• Covid-19 updates

The Cumberland County Board of Health approved a $341,918 state grant for childhood lead exposure prevention, accepted a resolution recognizing August as National Immunization Awareness Month, and approved the July expense report and payment of bills. The board also approved minutes from the July 21 meeting and authorized Vice-Chair Neil Riley to sign documents in the absence of a corporate secretary.

• Approved $341,918 grant for Childhood Lead Exposure Prevention (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 08/2021-01 recognizing August as National Immunization Awareness Month
• Approved July expense report and payment of bills
• Approved minutes from July 21, 2021 meeting
• Authorized Vice-Chair Neil Riley to sign documents in absence of corporate secretary

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on various contract renewals, grant applications, and equipment purchases. Key items include significant investments in election technology and increases to legal expense ceilings.

• Award of $805,700 contract to Dominion Voting Systems, Inc. for election equipment
• Award of $394,300 contract to Tenex Software Solutions, Inc. for 240 e-polling books
• Contract renewal with South State Materials, LLC for washed aggregate ($360,000.00)
• Increase of $500,000.00 for legal expenses for Porzio Bromberg & Newman, P.C. regarding Brown, Clark, et al. v. Charles Warren
• Purchase of computer hardware from Computer Discount Warehouse for $201,195.00

The Board of County Commissioners approved a $805,700 non-fair and open contract with Dominion Voting Systems for election equipment, including early voting and general election phase one hardware, and declared used Sequoia AVC voting machines as surplus to be credited $25,000 toward the purchase. The board also approved a $394,300 contract with Tenex Software Solutions for 240 e-polling books and related software. All other resolutions on the agenda, including contract renewals, grant applications, and legal expense increases, were also adopted.

• Approved $805,700 election equipment contract with Dominion Voting Systems (unanimous)
• Approved $394,300 e-polling book contract with Tenex Software Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved $201,195 computer hardware purchase from CDW (unanimous)
• Renewed $360,000 washed aggregate contract with South State Materials (unanimous)
• Renewed employee benefits brokerage contract with Conner, Strong & Buckelew (6-1)
• Rejected all bids for translation services, re-advertised, extended current contract 90 days (unanimous)
• Rescinded resolutions for 5 Dodge Chargers and 1 Chevy Tahoe; approved purchase of 2022 Tahoe for $39,914.20 (unanimous)
• Increased legal expense ceiling by $500,000 for jail litigation (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering bond ordinances for election equipment and nursing lab retrofits. The body is also reviewing several contracts for drainage improvements, broadband studies, and heavy equipment.

• Bond Ordinance 2021-04: $1,600,000 for ballot booths and related equipment
• Bond Ordinance 2021-05: $1,900,000 in new debt to retrofit classrooms into nursing labs
• Resolution 2021-492: $830,820.75 contract to South State, Inc. for 2021 drainage improvements
• Resolution 2021-488: $255,850.00 for a CASE Model CX754C excavator from Groff Tractor Mid-Atlantic, LLC
• Resolution 2021-489: $183,400.00 contract to V-COMM, LLC for a broadband feasibility study

The Board approved a $29,043,867 spending plan for federal American Rescue Plan Act funds, including $5 million for broadband and $6 million for emergency communications. It also awarded a $183,400 contract for a broadband feasibility study and introduced two bond ordinances for ballot booths and college nursing labs. All resolutions were adopted, with a few dissenting votes on specific items.

• Adopted $29,043,867 ARP spending plan (6-0)
• Awarded $183,400 broadband feasibility study contract to V-COMM (6-0)
• Introduced $1.6M ballot booth bond ordinance (6-0)
• Introduced $1.9M college nursing lab bond ordinance (5-1)
• Approved $830,820.75 drainage improvements contract (6-0)
• Approved $13,000 litigation settlement (5-1)
• Approved $14.4M in bill payments (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Consented to $14M Bridgeton fire station bond financing (6-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve June expense reports and meeting minutes. The body is scheduled to adopt resolutions regarding a board secretary resignation and a childhood lead grant. Members will also discuss Covid-19 and staffing updates.

• Resolution 07/2021-01: Steven Errickson resignation as Board Secretary
• Resolution 07/2021-02: Childhood Lead Grant
• Approval of June expense report and payment of bills

The Cumberland County Board of Health approved two resolutions: one honoring Board Secretary Steven Errickson upon his resignation, and another accepting $341,918 in state grant funding for childhood lead exposure prevention. The board also approved the June expense report and payment of bills, and entered closed session to discuss litigation.

• Approved Resolution 07/2021-01 honoring Steven Errickson's service as Board Secretary
• Approved Resolution 07/2021-02 accepting $341,918 Childhood Lead Grant from NJDOH
• Approved June expense report and payment of bills
• Entered closed session to discuss litigation

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is voting on several budget amendments for workforce and housing grants. They are also reviewing contracts for county services, including medical testing for the Department of Corrections and renovations for the County Clerk's office.

• Budget amendment for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act: $5,614,637.00
• Project budget for Cumberland County Clerk's Office renovations: $538,767.05
• Emergency contract for Department of Corrections medical laboratory testing: max $97,000.00
• Contract for Veterans’ Cemetery grave markers and concrete bases: $17,290.00
• Budget amendment for WorkFirst New Jersey Grant: $3,267,014.00

The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners approved all 31 resolutions on the agenda, covering a range of contracts, budget amendments, and legal fee increases. Key approvals include a $538,767.05 project for renovations to the County Clerk's Office, a $146,696.00 contract renewal for cold patch materials, and a $45,000.50 payment for the court-appointed Special Master in the Cumberland County Jail litigation. The board also entered executive session to discuss legal, personnel, and property matters, taking no further action upon return.

• Approved $538,767.05 for Clerk's Office renovations, managed by CCIA (7-0)
• Approved $146,696.00 renewal for cold patch materials with Richard E. Pierson Materials Corp. (7-0)
• Approved $45,000.50 payment to Porzio Bromberg & Newman for Special Master services (7-0)
• Approved $97,000.00 emergency contract for medical lab testing with Health Network Laboratories (7-0)
• Approved $5,614,637.00 budget amendment for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (7-0)
• Approved $3,267,014.00 budget amendment for WorkFirst New Jersey Grant (7-0)
• Approved $301,431.00 budget amendment for Small Cities CDBG-CV1 Small Business Grant Program (7-0)
• Approved $17,290.00 non-fair and open contract with Wetlawn Sprinklers for Veterans' Cemetery work (7-0)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is voting on several resolutions including medical service renewals, public works equipment purchases, and grant applications. The meeting also includes presentations for scholarship awards and a service citation for a K9 officer.

• Renewal of medical services contract for the Department of Corrections with CFG Health Systems, LLC for $2,769,336.18
• Purchase of three Freightliner trucks for the Department of Public Works from Houston Freightliner, LLC for $503,850.00
• Contract award to The Cumberland Empowerment Zone Corp. for One-Stop Career Center coordination for $100,000.00
• Purchase of a heavy duty truck lift and jacking bridges from Mohawk Resources LTD for $35,645.70
• Five-year collective negotiations agreement with United Auto Workers of America (UAW) Local 2327

The Board of County Commissioners approved a $2.77 million contract renewal with CFG Health Systems for jail medical services, despite Commissioner Albrecht's concerns about the vendor's performance. The board also approved a $503,850 purchase of three dump trucks, a $35,645.70 truck lift, and a five-year collective bargaining agreement with UAW Local 2327. All other resolutions on the agenda were adopted, mostly unanimously.

• Renewed jail medical services contract with CFG Health Systems for $2,769,336.18 (6-1)
• Approved purchase of three Freightliner dump trucks for $503,850 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a heavy-duty truck lift and jacking bridge for $35,645.70 (unanimous)
• Authorized five-year collective bargaining agreement with UAW Local 2327 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $9,484,595.47 (6-1)
• Authorized grant application to NJDEP Green Acres for trail development (unanimous)
• Approved $839,136 budget amendment for Small Cities CDBG-CV2 grant (unanimous)
• Approved $482,868 budget amendment for VOCA grant program (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Cumberland County Board of Health is meeting to approve expense reports and adopt several resolutions. The board will consider grant acceptances and a contract for conflict counsel. Members will also discuss COVID-19 updates and a position transition for the Epi/Data Manager.

• Resolution 06/2021-01: Special Child Health Grant
• Resolution 06/2021-02: Vaccination Supplemental Funding
• Resolution 06/2021-03: LINCS Grant Acceptance
• Resolution 06/2021-04: Contract award for Conflict Counsel
• Resolution 06/2021-05: Amendment to shared services with Vineland for COVID-19

The Cumberland County Board of Health approved five resolutions at its June 16, 2021 meeting, including acceptance of the Special Child Health Grant ($112,000), COVID-19 Vaccination Supplemental Funding ($150,000), LINCS Grant ($665,424), a non-fair and open contract for legal services with Marmero Law (up to $10,000), and an amended shared services agreement with Vineland for COVID-19 testing ($41,000). The board also approved the May 19, 2021 meeting minutes and the April expense report totaling $324,005. No public comments were made, and the board did not enter closed session.

• Approved Special Child Health Grant Resolution 06/2021-01 ($112,000)
• Approved COVID-19 Vaccination Supplemental Funding Resolution 06/2021-02 ($150,000)
• Approved LINCS Grant Acceptance Resolution 06/2021-03 ($665,424)
• Approved Resolution 06/2021-04 authorizing contract with Marmero Law (up to $10,000)
• Approved Amended Shared Services Agreement with Vineland for COVID-19 testing ($41,000)
• Approved May 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved April expense report and payment of bills ($324,005)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions including equipment purchases, service contracts, and grant applications. Items include funding for public works vehicles, employee benefits, and law enforcement technology.

• Dental benefits plan contract with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield ($267,482.00)
• Purchase of two Ford F250 trucks from Beyer Ford ($73,029.00)
• Purchase of three Ford F450 dump trucks from Beyer Ford ($180,360.00)
• Body camera system contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. ($124,867.22)
• Budget amendment for Downe Township Sewer Improvements ($1,145,536.42)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on various service contracts, budget amendments, and legal assignments. The agenda includes a presentation on Gun Safety Awareness and the designation of June 2021 as Gun Safety and Violence Awareness Month.

• Allotment of $1,297,071.00 from the Transportation Trust Fund for the Replacement of Chestnut Avenue over Panther Branch Project
• Contract for ADA compliant improvements at Cumberland County Fairgrounds (3001 Carmel Road) awarded to NA Russo Corporation for $310,700.00
• Budget amendment for Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund in the amount of $14,521,933.50
• Contract for Employee Vision Care Plan awarded to Standard Insurance Company for $75,000.00
• Purchase of ImageSync software for digitizing mortgage and land records from Foveonics Imaging Technologies, Inc. for $98,608.88

The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners approved a budget amendment accepting $14,521,933.50 in federal Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, the first half of a total $29,043,867 allocation. The board also adopted a resolution designating June 2021 as Gun Safety and Violence Awareness Month, awarded contracts for fairgrounds ADA improvements and drainage pipe materials, and approved a $200,000 litigation settlement. All resolutions passed with 6-0 votes except the payment of bills and a board appointment, which passed 5-1.

• Approved $14,521,933.50 Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund budget amendment (6-0)
• Designated June 2021 as Gun Safety and Violence Awareness Month (6-0)
• Awarded $310,700 contract to NA Russo Corp. for fairgrounds ADA improvements (6-0)
• Awarded $317,646.60 contract to Ferguson Enterprises for drainage pipe and materials (6-0)
• Approved $200,000 settlement in Montia Green v. County of Cumberland (6-0)
• Approved $20,870,699.16 payment of bills (5-1)
• Reappointed Yolanda Balicki to Rowan College of South Jersey Board of Trustees (5-1)
• Authorized competitive contracting for Cumberland Area Transit System assessment (6-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to approve April expense reports and meeting minutes. The body will consider the adoption of two resolutions related to grants. Members will also discuss Covid-19 updates and staffing for the Environmental division.

• Resolution 05-2021-01: Right to Know RTK 2022 Grant LOI
• Resolution 05-2021-02: CEHA Grant Resolution
• Approval of April expense report and payment of bills
• Discussion on hiring REHS staff in Environmental division
• Discussion on grant-funded P/T Translator for SCH

The Cumberland County Board of Health approved multiple grant acceptances, including a $150,000 COVID-19 vaccination supplemental grant, a $665,424 LINCS emergency preparedness grant, and a $112,000 Special Child Health grant. They also approved a $10,000 contract for legal services with Marmero Law and amended a shared services agreement with Vineland for COVID-19 testing. The board entered closed session to discuss litigation and adjourned without returning to public session.

• Approved Resolution 05/2021-01: 2022 Right to Know Grant ($9,848) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 05/2021-02: County Environmental Health Grant ($120,000 base + line items) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 06/2021-01: Special Child Health Grant ($112,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 06/2021-02: COVID-19 Vaccination Supplemental Funding ($150,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 06/2021-03: LINCS Grant ($665,424) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 06/2021-04: Contract with Marmero Law for legal services (up to $10,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 06/2021-05: Amended Shared Services with Vineland for COVID-19 testing ($41,000) (unanimous)
• Approved April expense report and payment of bills ($324,005) (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several resolutions regarding bond sales, grant applications, and service contracts. Key items include funding for county college bonds and software procurement.

• Sale of $17,550,000 in General Obligation Bonds, including $11,800,000 in General Improvement Bonds and $5,750,000 in County College Bonds
• 3-year contract with Computer Discount Warehouse CDW-G for Office 365 and software support for $1,256,832.51
• Grant application to NJ Department of Community Affairs for a Local Recreation Improvement Grant up to $500,000.00
• Emergency contract for commissary services for the Department of Corrections with Keefe Commissary Network
• Shared services agreement with the City of Bridgeton for Cohanzick Zoo for $30,000.00

The Board approved a package of 39 resolutions, including combining $17.55 million in prior bond authorizations into single issues and setting terms for their sale. Commissioner Albrecht voted against the bond combination, the bond sale terms, and a $10,000 increase for labor matters involving PBA 231. All other resolutions, including numerous grant applications, agreements, and budget amendments, were approved unanimously.

• Approved combining $17.55M in bonds into single issues (6-1)
• Approved terms and sale of $17.55M in bonds (6-1)
• Approved $10K increase for PBA 231 labor matters (6-1)
• Approved $250K LEAP implementation grant budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $220K payment to Center for Family Services (unanimous)
• Approved $30K shared services agreement with Bridgeton for Cohanzick Zoo (unanimous)
• Approved $1.26M 3-year Office 365 contract with CDW-G (unanimous)
• Approved $500K Local Recreation Improvement Grant application for Fairgrounds (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hold a public hearing and vote on the 2021 County Budget and a bond ordinance for capital improvements. The body is also considering various vehicle purchases for the Sheriff's Department and Prosecutor's Office, as well as several professional service contracts.

• Resolution 2021-272: Adopting 2021 County Budget, authorizing $101,485,000 to be raised by taxation
• Ordinance 2021-3: Appropriating $6,500,000 for capital improvements and authorizing $6,175,000 in bonds
• Resolution 2021-292: $166,000 contract with Adams, Rehmann & Heggan for Rowan Medicine building design
• Resolution 2021-285: $1,202,000 budget amendment for resurfacing CR 646 Port Elizabeth Cumberland Road
• Resolution 2021-284: $800,000 budget amendment for CR 614 James Moore Road

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the March expense report and vote on four resolutions. The meeting includes updates on COVID-19 and a public comment period.

• Resolution 04-2021-01: NJACCHO COVID19 Acceptance for $1,747.79 reimbursable LOA
• Resolution 04-2021-02: Luers Fee Resolution
• Resolution 04-2021-03: MOA Upper Deerfield
• Resolution 04-2021-04: MOA Bayada
• Approval of March expense report and payment of bills

The Cumberland County Board of Health approved four resolutions: accepting $1,747.79 in additional COVID-19 reimbursable funds from NJACCHO, paying $6,161.75 to settle an OPRA lawsuit, and authorizing agreements with Upper Deerfield schools and Bayada for COVID-19 vaccinations. The board also approved the March expense report and meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution 04/2021-01 accepting $1,747.79 in additional COVID-19 reimbursable funds from NJACCHO
• Approved Resolution 04/2021-02 paying $6,161.75 to settle Crystal Brown OPRA case
• Approved Resolution 04/2021-03 authorizing MOA with Upper Deerfield Board of Education for vaccination clinics
• Approved Resolution 04/2021-04 authorizing MOA with Bayada for homebound vaccinations
• Approved March expense report and payment of bills
• Approved minutes from March 17, 2021 meeting

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several contracts for county services and infrastructure. The meeting includes votes on budget cap increases for multiple county offices and the approval of the 2021 Board of Health budget.

• Contract for schematic design of Rowan College of South Jersey Health and Behavior Science Building with Garrison Architects for $640,000
• 2021 Cumberland County Board of Health Budget appropriating $4,004,566
• Student transportation services for WaWa Summer Program with Sheppard Bus Service for $174,550.00
• Purchase of emergency management equipment from Motorola Solutions for $73,495.85
• Budget cap exceedance resolutions for the Board of Taxation, Board of Elections, Surrogate's Office, and Sheriff's Department

The Board approved a $2.9 million settlement to terminate the jail construction contract with Earnest Bock & Sons, Inc., and authorized an $8 million construction budget for the new Health and Behavioral Science Building at Rowan College of South Jersey's Cumberland Campus. The Board also approved the 2021 Health Department budget of $4,004,566, which includes a $2,815,000 tax levy, and authorized four county offices to exceed their 2% budget caps. A resolution condemning discriminatory rhetoric was adopted 6-1, with Commissioner Albrecht voting no.

• Authorized CCIA to execute $2.9M settlement with Earnest Bock & Sons to close out jail contract (6-0)
• Authorized $8M construction budget for RCSJ Health & Behavioral Science Building (6-0)
• Awarded $640,000 contract to Garrison Architects for RCSJ building design (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved 2021 Health Board budget of $4,004,566 with $2,815,000 tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved 2% CAP waivers for Board of Taxation, Elections, Surrogate, and Sheriff (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution condemning discriminatory rhetoric and abuse (6-1)
• Approved $174,550 contract to Sheppard Bus Service for Wawa Summer Program transportation (unanimous)
• Cancelled $3M COVID-19 Special Emergency Appropriation (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is introducing the Calendar Year 2021 County Budget for public review. The body is also considering several bond ordinances for capital improvements and college facilities.

• Introduction of $167,115,522 budget with a $101,485,000 tax levy
• Ordinance 2021-1: $9,000,000 for a Health and Behavior Science Building at Rowan College of South Jersey
• Ordinance 2021-3: $6,500,000 for various capital improvements
• Contract for inmate insurance claims administration with AmeriHealth (max $37,000)
• Change order for Sunset Lake Dam reconstruction (Fred M. Schiavone Construction, Inc.) increasing cost by $16,813.42

The Board introduced the Calendar Year 2021 County Budget, which totals $167,115,522 with a $101,485,000 tax levy, the same as last year. The board also finally adopted two bond ordinances, including one for a new health and behavior science building at Rowan College of South Jersey, and introduced a third for various capital improvements. A public hearing on the budget and the capital improvements ordinance is scheduled for April 27, 2021.

• Introduced 2021 County Budget of $167,115,522 with $101,485,000 tax levy (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-1 for $9M RCSJ health building, issuing $7M in bonds (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-2 to guarantee up to $6M in CCIA solid waste bonds (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-3 for $6.5M in capital improvements (7-0)
• Awarded $531,933.15 non-fair/open contract to Royal Printing for election materials (7-0)
• Approved $37,000 contract with AmeriHealth for jail inmate insurance claims (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Fairgrounds ADA improvements, will re-advertise (7-0)
• Approved $15.3M in bill payments (6-0, Albrecht abstained)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to approve the 2021 budget and review February expense reports. The body will also consider resolutions regarding grants and COVID-19 funding.

• Resolution 03-2021-01: Approving 2021 Board of Health Budget
• Resolution 03-2021-02: $9,000 NJACCHO reimbursable LOA COVID19 acceptance
• Resolution 03-2021-03: Septic Repair Grant
• Resolution 03-2021-04: CEHA Grant

The Cumberland County Board of Health adopted its 2021 budget of $4,004,566 and approved four resolutions, including accepting an additional $9,788.03 in COVID-19 reimbursable funds from NJACCHO, a $20,000 septic system study grant, and a CEHA grant. The board also approved the February expense report and payment of bills totaling $108,085.00.

• Adopted the 2021 budget of $4,004,566.00.
• Approved acceptance of $9,788.03 in additional COVID-19 reimbursable funds from NJACCHO.
• Approved the $20,000 New Jersey Health Initiatives grant for a septic system study.
• Approved the CEHA grant application and agreement for up to $280,776.00.
• Approved the February expense report and payment of bills totaling $108,085.00.
• Approved the minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting.

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board approved a $231,700 contract with Tritek Systems for a vote-by-mail ballot sorter for the Board of Elections. The board also approved a $52,500 purchase for a child advocacy center module, a $103,781.36 purchase for network support, and a $50,000 contract for library materials. All resolutions were adopted, with Commissioner Albrecht abstaining on the first grouping and voting no on one legal expense increase.

• Approved $231,700 contract with Tritek Systems for a vote-by-mail ballot sorter (Resolution 2021-165).
• Approved $52,500 purchase for InfoShare Child Advocacy Center module (Resolution 2021-172).
• Approved $103,781.36 purchase for Palo Alto Networks support and maintenance (Resolution 2021-177).
• Approved $50,000 contract with Ingram Library Services for library materials (Resolution 2021-184).
• Approved $82,800 contract with Stuart Wallace for hazard mitigation plan update (Resolution 2021-192).
• Approved $25,000 amendment to CC-THRIVE Nix Gangs program with Bridgeton Board of Education (Resolution 2021-194).
• Rejected all proposals for farmland preservation plan due to cost overruns (Resolution 2021-195).
• Appointed Richard Todd Edwards, Sr. to the Cumberland County Utilities Authority (Resolution 2021-198).

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several ordinances and resolutions, including a $9,000,000 bond ordinance for a new health and behavior science building at Rowan College of South Jersey. Other items include infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and various service awards.

• Bond Ordinance 2021-01: $9,000,000 for a Health and Behavior Science Building at Rowan College
• Resolution 2021-145: $2,039,518.65 contract for Burns Avenue & Lincoln Avenue improvement plans
• Resolution 2021-140: $138,000.00 contract for shelf stable meals for the Office on Aging and Disabled
• Resolution 2021-147: $93,750.00 contract for emulsified asphalt for Public Works
• Resolution 2021-151: $114,800.00 contract for library renovation architectural services

The Board introduced two bond ordinances on first reading. Ordinance 2021-1 authorizes $9 million for a new Health and Behavior Science Building at Rowan College of South Jersey's Cumberland campus, funded by $7 million in bonds and a $2 million grant. Ordinance 2021-2 authorizes a county guaranty of up to $6 million in bonds issued by the Cumberland County Improvement Authority for landfill infrastructure. Both ordinances passed 6-1, with Commissioner Albrecht voting no, and will be subject to a public hearing on March 23, 2021. The Board also approved a 2021 Temporary Capital Budget and a $2.04 million contract for road improvement plans.

• Introduced $9M bond ordinance for RCSJ health building (6-1)
• Introduced $6M bond guaranty for CCIA landfill improvements (6-1)
• Adopted 2021 Temporary Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Awarded $2,039,518.65 contract for Burns & Lincoln Ave improvement plans (unanimous)
• Approved $138,000 contract for shelf-stable meals for Office on Aging (unanimous)
• Approved $114,800 contract for library renovation architectural services (unanimous)
• Rejected all proposals for homeless permanent housing RFP, will re-advertise (unanimous)
• Approved $13,000,372.65 in bill payments (6-0, Albrecht abstained)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review the CCHD 2021 requested budget and January expense reports. The body will also consider a resolution regarding a septic repair grant.

• CCHD 2021 Requested Budget
• Resolution 02/2021-01 Septic Repair Grant
• January expense report and payment of bills
• Covid-19 updates

The Cumberland County Board of Health approved a $20,000 grant from New Jersey Health Initiatives for a septic system maintenance and repair study, and re-elected Dennis Gaggini Jr. as Chairperson and Neil Riley as Vice Chairperson for 2021. The board also approved the January expense report and payment of bills totaling $177,790, and adopted several resolutions including a lease addendum with the Millville Housing Authority and a lead screening agreement with the Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative.

• Approved $20,000 septic system grant from NJ Health Initiatives (unanimous)
• Re-elected Dennis Gaggini Jr. as 2021 Chairperson (unanimous)
• Re-elected Neil Riley as 2021 Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved January expense report and payment of bills totaling $177,790 (unanimous)
• Approved lease addendum with Millville Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved lead screening agreement with Southern NJ Perinatal Cooperative (unanimous)
• Appointed Valerie Ridgeway-Carter as Custodian of Funds at $7,362 salary (unanimous)
• Appointed Steven Errickson as Board Secretary at $7,362 salary (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on various service contracts, grant acceptances, and budget appropriations. Key actions include awarding infrastructure contracts and renewing vendor agreements for county operations.

• Contract for FY 2020 Federal Road Program awarded to South State, Inc. for $1,994,467.65
• Contract for FY 2020 Federal Traffic Signal Improvements in Bridgeton awarded to Think Pavers Hardscaping, LLC for $589,967.00
• Emergency temporary budget appropriations of $1,079,905.65
• Contract for toner cartridges renewed with Barbarian U.S.A., Inc. for $235,995.00
• Acceptance of $25,000.00 grant from Southern Shore Regional Destination Marketing Organization

The Board of County Commissioners approved a $1,994,467.65 contract with South State, Inc. for the FY 2020 Federal Road Program covering roads in Bridgeton, Millville, Commercial, and Downe townships. The board also approved $1,079,905.65 in emergency temporary budget appropriations, primarily for state and federal grants. A contract for ethernet services at the 10 Buck Street Complex in Millville was tabled until a plan for occupancy is developed.

• Approved $1,994,467.65 road contract with South State, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $1,079,905.65 in emergency temporary budget appropriations (7-0)
• Tabled $33,572.80 Comcast ethernet services contract for 10 Buck Street Complex (7-0)
• Approved $589,967.00 traffic signal improvements contract with Think Pavers Hardscaping, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $49,909.36 truck route study contract with Traffic Planning and Design, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved employee assistance program contract with Charles Nechtem Associates, Inc. as amended to one-year term (7-0)
• Approved $18,349.58 Tyler Technologies civil service support contract (7-0)
• Approved Intoxicated Driver Resource Center agreement with Southwest Council, Inc. (6-0, Castellini abstained)

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several professional service contracts, including COVID-19 building disinfection and vaccination services. The meeting also includes a presentation on the CCIA Impact Study and various administrative appointments.

• Contract for COVID-19 building disinfection services with Holden Disinfecting Solutions, LLC for $226,400.00
• Contract for vaccination services with Delta-T Group North Jersey LLC for $40,000.00
• Purchase from SHI Software House International for Prosecutor's Office services for $122,400.00
• Emergency temporary budget appropriations in the amount of $332,653.00
• Contract with Fralinger Engineering, PA for bridge removal application for CR 609N for $40,500.00

The Board of County Commissioners held its regular meeting on January 26, 2021, and approved a series of resolutions. The most significant decision was the appointment of Charles E. Warren, Jr. as the new Cumberland County Jail Warden, which passed with a 5-1 vote and one abstention. The board also approved a $226,400 contract for COVID-19 building disinfection services, a $122,400 purchase for IT services, and a $40,000 contract for vaccination services, among other items. A proposed resolution for mandatory COVID-19 testing at the correctional facility was tabled for further discussion.

• Appointed Charles E. Warren Jr. as County Jail Warden (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved $226,400 contract for COVID-19 building disinfection services (unanimous)
• Approved $122,400 purchase for InfoShare and Azure cloud services (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 contract for vaccination services (unanimous)
• Approved $16,981,830.42 in bill payments (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $332,653 in emergency temporary budget appropriations (unanimous)
• Amended apprenticeship program requirements for county contractors (6-1)
• Tabled proposed resolution for mandatory COVID-19 testing at jail

Board of Health

The Board of Health will nominate and appoint a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2021. The body will also review December expense reports and consider five resolutions regarding leases, lead screening, and official appointments.

• Appointment of 2021 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Resolution 01-2021-01: Lease Addendum
• Resolution 01-2021-02: SJ Perinatal Coop Lead Screening
• Resolution 01-2021-03: Custodian of Funds
• Resolution 01-2021-04 and 01-2021-05: Secretary and Solicitor appointments

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several resolutions involving grant applications, contract awards, and legal service adjustments. Items include funding for social services, software maintenance, and open space preservation.

• Resolution 2021-45: $121,636 subgrant to Margaret Winchester Enrichment Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired
• Resolution 2021-46: $104,000 contract correction for SODAT of NJ, Inc. probation program
• Resolution 2021-47: $44,688 contract for Queues Enforth computer dispatch system maintenance
• Resolution 2021-48: $30,000 contract for Dilworth Paxson LLP legal services regarding CCJ Energy Partners, LLC
• Resolution 2021-55: $47,085.48 contract for Comtec Cloud Services, LLC software maintenance

Board of County Commissioners - Reorganization Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting its annual reorganization, which includes swearing in the Sheriff and several Commissioners. The board will also elect a Director and Deputy Director for 2021 and vote on various administrative resolutions.

• Oath of office for Sheriff Robert Austino
• Oaths of office for Commissioners Carol Musso, George Castellini, and Donna Pearson
• Resolution 2021-1: Adopting the 2021 Cash Management Plan
• Resolution 2021-2: Adopting the 2021 Temporary Budget
• Resolution 2021-3: Imposing interest on delinquent taxes

The Board of County Commissioners held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in newly elected officials and electing Joseph Derella as Director and Darlene Barber as Deputy Director for 2021. The board then adopted a $66,119,128.77 temporary budget for 2021, along with 42 other resolutions covering appointments, committees, and administrative matters. Commissioner Albrecht abstained from the temporary budget vote.

• Elected Joseph Derella as Director and Darlene Barber as Deputy Director for 2021 (7-0)
• Adopted $66,119,128.77 temporary budget for 2021 (6-0, Albrecht abstained)
• Adopted cash management plan for 2021 (unanimous)
• Imposed 6% interest on delinquent tax payments (unanimous)
• Designated 2021 meeting schedule, third and fourth Tuesdays (unanimous)
• Designated Daily Journal as official newspaper (unanimous)
• Appointed David DeWoody as Public Agency Compliance Officer (unanimous)
• Appointed Richard Dawson to Utilities Authority (unanimous)