Cumberland County public meetings in 2022
45 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will meet on December 21, 2022, to consider 10 resolutions, including a special child grant amendment, newspaper contracts for 2023, approval of 2023 meeting dates, a private well grant, a transfer of funds, training for NJACCHO, professional services for a medical director and the board, a part-time personnel technician, and a vehicle purchase. The board will also approve minutes from November 16, 2022, and review the November expense report.
- Resolution 12/2022-01: Special Child Grant Amendment
- Resolution 12/2022-02: CCBOH – Newspapers – 2023
- Resolution 12/2022-03: 2023 BOH Meeting Dates
- Resolution 12/2022-04: Private Well Grant
- Resolution 12/2022-10: Vehicle Purchase
The Board approved the purchase of a 2023 Ford Escape and accepted several state grants for child health and private well outreach. It also authorized professional service contracts for 2023 and established the upcoming year's meeting schedule.
- Approved $28,812 purchase of 2023 Ford Escape AWD Base
- Approved $12,325 grant for Special Child Health Services Case Management
- Approved $10,000 grant for private well testing outreach
- Approved $2,500 in reimbursable funds for Project Firstline Train the Trainer
- Approved 2023 professional service contracts for STD testing, Rabies Clinic, water testing, and Tuberculosis Clinics
- Authorized posting of advertisement for part-time Assistant Personnel Technician
- Approved moving $50,000 from Health Education to Admin – Legal Settlements
- Designated The Daily Journal and South Jersey Times as 2023 newspapers of record
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is considering various resolutions including grant agreements, service contracts, and equipment purchases. Items range from public safety technology to social services and infrastructure projects.
- Purchase of John Deere Model 85G Excavator for $140,648.00
- Medical laboratory testing contract renewal with LabCorp for $125,164.58
- Graykey license for Prosecutor's Office from Grayshift LLC for $31,420.00
- Swift911 software subscription for Office of Emergency Management for $34,522.16
- Catered meals for the elderly via Wroniuk, LLC for $296,700.00
The Board authorized the acquisition of 14-16 East Commerce Street for $550,000 to house the Child Advocacy Center and the Office on Aging and Disabled. The Board also approved numerous service contracts, grant applications, and shared service agreements for homeless shelters and school trauma protocols.
- Approved $550,000 purchase of 14-16 East Commerce Street, Bridgeton (6-0)
- Approved $171,000 shared services for Youth Trauma Intervention Protocol with five school districts (6-0)
- Approved $25,000 each for 'Code Blue' warming shelters in Bridgeton, Millville, and Vineland (6-0)
- Approved $500,000 contract for Emergency Shelter Program Services with Rural Development Corporation (6-0)
- Approved $296,700 contract for elderly nutrition catered meals with Wroniuk, LLC (6-0)
- Approved $140,648 purchase of a John Deere Model 85G Excavator (5-0)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $9,776,742.69 (5-1)
- Set 2023 annual reorganization meeting for January 6, 2023, at 6:00 PM (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Board
The Cumberland County Economic Development Board and Agriculture Development Board are meeting jointly to receive updates on agricultural development trends, cannabis in the county, NJEDA small business programs, and county projects. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and commissioner comments.
- Presentation on agricultural development trends by Matthew Pisarski, Planning and Development Director
- Presentation on cannabis in the county by Heather Santoro, Economic Development Assistant
- Presentation on NJEDA small business programs by Naimah Marshall, Program Manager
- County projects impact update by Jerry Velazquez, President and CEO of the Authority
The board held a joint meeting with the Agricultural Development Board to review farmland preservation, cannabis licensing, and small business assistance. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on; the board approved the minutes from the August meeting.
- Approved August meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider 39 resolutions, including a $3.2 million employee prescription drug program contract, a $128,484 COVID-19 mitigation grant for the county jail, and multiple contract renewals for services like vehicle repair, occupational health, and youth programs. A presentation on county domain migration is also scheduled.
- Resolution 2022-709: $3,189,046.98 employee prescription drug program contract with Benecard Services, LLC
- Resolution 2022-690: $128,484 grant from CDC for COVID-19 detection and mitigation at Cumberland County Jail
- Resolution 2022-680: $688,560 vehicle repair services contract renewal with Cumberland Tire Center, Inc.
- Resolution 2022-710: Adoption of the Cumberland County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
- Resolution 2022-711: $80,507.50 purchase of 50 Dell laptops for the IT Department
The Board approved a collective negotiations agreement for Sheriff's Line Officers effective through 2026 and created a Director of the Department of Corrections position. Other actions included approving a 2% COLA raise for unaffiliated employees and awarding several professional service and equipment contracts.
- Ratified collective negotiations agreement with PBA Local #299 (6-0)
- Created Director of the Department of Corrections position (6-0)
- Approved 2% COLA raise for unaffiliated employees (6-0)
- Awarded $1.39M courthouse exterior preservation contract to Jones Masonry Restoration Corp. (6-0)
- Approved $13.08M estimated medical benefits participation in Southern Coastal Regional Employee Benefits Fund (6-0)
- Awarded $178,880 annual DOSS and $20,124 annual Library security contract to RST Security & Investigations, LLC (6-0)
- Approved $136,146 software maintenance contract for Board of Elections with Dominion Voting Systems, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved $80,507.50 purchase of 50 Dell laptops for IT Department (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will vote on four resolutions, including a contract with Rutgers OFRT, a childhood mini-grant for lead, acceptance of the 2021 audit, and a fund transfer. The board will also approve October expenses and hear public comments.
- Resolution 11/2022-01: Rutgers OFRT Contract
- Resolution 11/2022-02: Childhood Minigrant Lead
- Resolution 11/2022-03: 2021 Audit Acceptance
- Resolution 11/2022-04: Move Resources from One Fund to Another
- Approval of Expense Report and Payment of Bills for October
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review agenda items for the November 22 meeting. The board will also vote on a resolution to enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining agreements, real property acquisition, litigation, and employment matters.
- Resolution 2022-677 authorizing a closed executive session for collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and personnel discussions
- Review of agenda items for the November 22, 2022 meeting
- Public comment periods for resolutions and new business
The Board conducted a work session to review resolutions for the November 22, 2022 meeting. No substantive votes were taken on the resolutions discussed. The Board unanimously approved entering an executive session to discuss litigation, collective bargaining, and employment matters.
- Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-677 to hold a closed session (7-0)
- Approved motion to return to public session (7-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple resolutions including large-scale construction awards for the Rowan Medicine Building. Other items include budget amendments, contract renewals for county services, and emergency declarations regarding infrastructure.
- Rowan Medicine Building sitework contract award: $1,593,427.05
- Rowan Medicine Building project contract award: $6,914,780.00
- South Avenue (Route 609) culvert exigency and action resolution
- Garden State Highway Products, Inc. sign materials renewal: $776,023.21
- Cumberland County Improvement Authority renovation budget for 291 Morton Avenue: $350,000
The Board approved the creation of a new 4-H and Agriculture Division within the Department of Planning, Tourism and Community Affairs. Other major actions included opposing the removal of buoys in the Maurice River and awarding several multi-million dollar construction and road contracts.
- Created Rutgers University 4-H and Agriculture Division under Planning, Tourism and Community Affairs (Unanimous)
- Opposed removal of 31 buoys from Upper Maurice River by US Coast Guard (Unanimous)
- Opposed elimination of State School Based Youth Services Program (Unanimous)
- Awarded $3.19M road program contract to South State, Inc. (6-0)
- Awarded $6.91M Rowan Medicine Building contract to Arthur J. Ogren, Inc. (6-0)
- Awarded $1.59M Rowan Medicine sitework contract to Fred M. Schiavone Construction, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Authorized $350,000 budget for renovations at 291 Morton Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved $1.02M retiree Medicare advantage plan with Sierra Health and Life Insurance Company, Inc. (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
This is a routine procedural meeting. The board will approve September meeting minutes and expense reports, pay bills, and welcome new board member Sabrina Simpkins. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings on specific matters are listed.
- Approval of September 21, 2022 meeting minutes
- Expense report and payment of bills for September
- Welcome of new board member Sabrina Simpkins
The Cumberland County Board of Health approved Resolution 9/2022-01 accepting an additional $75,000 in state funding for the Overdose Fatality Review Team program for FY 2022. The board also unanimously approved the August expense report totaling $294,261 and the minutes from the August 17 meeting. Health Officer Megan Sheppard reported that COVID-19 cases are rising in schools and that flu season has arrived, with a flu clinic schedule to be released soon.
- Approved Resolution 9/2022-01 accepting $75,000 additional state funding for Overdose Fatality Review Team (unanimous)
- Approved August expense report of $294,261 and payment of bills (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from August 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Entered closed session to discuss litigation (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board is considering two resolutions: one opposing the state's proposed elimination of the School Based Youth Services Program, and another modifying a contract with CompleteCare Health Network for COVID-19 testing at the county jail. A third resolution would authorize a closed executive session. The board is also reviewing agenda items for the next meeting.
- Resolution 2022-618 opposing elimination of the School Based Youth Services Program (SBYSP) by the NJ Department of Children and Families
- Resolution 2022-619 modifying the second amendment to the COVID-19 testing contract with CompleteCare Health Network for the Cumberland County Department of Corrections
- Resolution 2022-620 authorizing a closed executive session under the Open Public Meetings Act
The Board voted 7-0 to table Resolution 2022-618, which opposed the state's proposed elimination of the School Based Youth Services Program (SBYSP), pending further review and modification. The resolution will be reconsidered at the October 25 meeting. The Board also unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-619, modifying the second amendment to the COVID-19 testing contract for the Department of Corrections, reducing testing hours by 30 minutes.
- Tabled Resolution 2022-618 opposing elimination of SBYSP (7-0 roll call)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-619 modifying COVID-19 testing contract for jail (7-0 roll call)
- Approved entering executive session for labor negotiations, litigation, and employment matters (7-0 voice vote)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:27 PM (7-0 voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple resolutions involving equipment purchases, grant applications, and budget adjustments. Items include infrastructure projects, public safety equipment, and various departmental funding updates.
- Resolution 2022-559: Purchase of UPO Brand flooring for the Courthouse ($39,926.60)
- Resolution 2022-560: Purchase of gun boxes for eight 2021 or newer Chevy Tahoes ($20,987.60)
- Resolution 2022-561: Purchase of snow fencing and materials ($52,900.00)
- Resolution 2022-571: Budget amendment for 2021 Transportation Trust Fund Road Program ($2,547,235.13)
- Resolution 2022-576: Purchase of two 2024 Freightliner 10SD dump trucks ($419,794.00)
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners approved a large consent agenda of resolutions, including a $2.5 million federal road program contract for Vineland, a $786,985 guiderail program contract, and a resolution supporting a Parents Bill of Rights. The board also rescinded a shared services agreement with the Cumberland County Improvement Authority for project management and development services. Several resolutions were approved with dissenting votes or abstentions, including increases to legal expense ceilings and the payment of bills.
- Approved $2,523,490.50 FY 2022 Federal Road Program contract for Vineland to South State, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved $786,985 2022 Guiderail Program contract to Road Safety Systems (6-0, Sileo abstained)
- Adopted resolution supporting Parents Bill of Rights (6-0, Pearson abstained)
- Rescinded shared services agreement with CCIA for project management services (7-0)
- Approved $2,547,235.13 budget amendment for 2021 TTF Road Program (7-0)
- Approved $206,420 change order for 700MHz radio system engineering to V-COMM (7-0)
- Approved $14,497,753.86 payment of bills (6-1, Albrecht no)
- Approved $30,000 increase for legal expenses in Crystal Brown litigation (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health is meeting to review August expense reports and approve meeting minutes. The board will also consider the adoption of a resolution regarding an Overdose Fatality Review Teams Grant.
- Resolution 09/2022-01: Overdose Fatality Review Teams Grant
- Review and approval of August expense reports
The Cumberland County Board of Health approved Resolution 09/2022-01 accepting a $75,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Health for the Overdose Fatality Review Teams program for FY2022, budget period October 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. The board also unanimously approved minutes from the July 20, 2022 meeting, the July expense report totaling $280,977, and four resolutions from the August 17, 2022 meeting including appointment of a custodian of records, acceptance of a $112,000 Special Child Health Grant, establishment of a $0.76 per ton solid waste enforcement fee, and authorization to lease space at 10-20 Magnolia Avenue in Bridgeton. The meeting included updates on COVID-19, monkeypox, and preparations for screening Ukrainian parolees for tuberculosis.
- Approved Resolution 09/2022-01 accepting $75,000 Overdose Fatality Review Teams grant (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 08/2022-01 appointing Donald Fauerbach as Custodian of Records (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 08/2022-02 accepting $112,000 Special Child Health Grant from NJDOH (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 08/2022-03 establishing $0.76 per ton solid waste enforcement fee (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 08/2022-04 authorizing lease at 10-20 Magnolia Avenue, Bridgeton (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of July 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved July expense report and payment of bills totaling $280,977 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing resolutions regarding specialized consulting and inter-county service agreements. These items include a shared service with Salem County for a combined Sexual Assault Response Team and competitive contracting for hospital fee program development.
- Resolution 2022-554: Shared service agreement with Salem County for a combined Sexual Assault Response Team (estimated $78,340.00)
- Resolution 2022-553: Competitive contracting for consulting services for the County Option Hospital Fee Program
- Resolution 2022-555: Authorization of an Executive Session not open to the public
The Board unanimously adopted two resolutions: one authorizing competitive contracting for consulting services to develop a County Option Hospital Fee Program, and another approving a shared service agreement with Salem County for a combined Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) at an estimated cost of $78,340 to Cumberland County, funded entirely by grants. Commissioners also discussed upcoming agenda items including broadband internet, jail inmate agreements, and road repair issues with South State. The meeting included public comment periods and an executive session for litigation and personnel matters.
- Adopted Resolution 2022-553 authorizing competitive contracting for consulting services for the County Option Hospital Fee Program (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-554 authorizing shared service agreement with Salem County for combined SART program, estimated $78,340 (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-555 to enter executive session for litigation and personnel matters (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is considering a $1,000,000 bond ordinance for the Rowan College of South Jersey building project. The agenda also includes several resolutions regarding medical services, public works materials, and social service funding.
- Bond Ordinance 2022-7: Reappropriating $1,000,000 for the Rowan College of South Jersey building project
- Resolution 2022-510: Awarding contract for medical services at Department of Corrections to CFG Health Systems, LLC ($3,610,470.15)
- Resolution 2022-517: Approving budget amendment for FY 2023 Annual Transportation Program ($7,777,405.00)
- Resolution 2022-528: Awarding contract for in-school youth program services to Hopeloft ($199,962.50)
- Resolution 2022-533: Awarding contract for washed aggregate for Public Works to South State Materials, LLC ($406,000.00)
The Board of County Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2022-7, reappropriating $1,000,000 in bond proceeds from a classroom retrofit to construction of a new 20,000-square-foot building at the Rowan College of South Jersey Cumberland County campus. The board also approved a $3.6 million medical services contract for the county jail and appointed Jeffrey Ridgway as CFO and County Treasurer, waiving residency requirements. A total of 43 resolutions were adopted, including several contracts and budget amendments, with some votes split.
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-7 reappropriating $1M for Rowan College building project (7-0)
- Awarded $3,610,470.15 medical services contract for county jail to CFG Health Systems (7-0)
- Approved $7.78M FY2023 County Aid transportation program budget amendment (7-0)
- Appointed Jeffrey Ridgway as CFO and County Treasurer, waiving residency (7-0 each)
- Approved $428,240.50 inmate clothing contract for corrections (7-0)
- Approved $199,962.50 in-school youth program contract with Hopeloft (7-0)
- Approved $99,065.21 opioid settlement budget amendment (7-0)
- Rescinded Resolution 2022-463 for warden search services (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Health
The Board of Health is meeting to approve July expense reports and meeting minutes. The body will consider the adoption of four resolutions regarding records, grants, fees, and office space.
- Resolution 08/2022-03: Solid Waste Fee
- Resolution 08/2022-04: Inspira Bridgeton Lease Office Space
- Resolution 08/2022-02: Special Child Health Grant
- Resolution 08/2022-01: Custodian of Records
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss capital project management for a new building at Rowan College of South Jersey-Vineland. The session includes resolutions regarding grant funds and an executive session to discuss litigation and employment matters.
- Resolution 2022-507: Authorizing the Cumberland County Improvement Authority to manage construction of the Health and Behavioral Science Building at Rowan College of South Jersey-Vineland with a total project budget of $10,000,000
- Resolution 2022-508: Authorizing the return of grant funds to the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJDCA)
- Resolution 2022-506: Authorization of an executive session to discuss litigation, contract negotiations, and employment relationships
- Authorization of a construction budget not to exceed $7,704,813 for the Rowan University Project
- Requirement of a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) for the Rowan University Project
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the Cumberland County Improvement Authority to manage construction of a Health and Behavioral Science Building at Rowan College of South Jersey-Vineland, with a total project budget of $10 million and a construction budget of $7,704,813. The resolution requires a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) for bids over $5 million, as mandated by state law. Commissioners discussed the PLA's potential cost impact and past project experiences. The Board also approved returning $437,919 in unused grant funds to the NJ Department of Community Affairs after Atlantic County could not complete planned jail improvements due to COVID-19.
- Approved Resolution 2022-507 authorizing CCIA to manage construction of Health and Behavioral Science Building at Rowan College of South Jersey-Vineland (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-508 returning $437,919 in grant funds to NJDCA after Atlantic County jail expansion was cancelled (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-506 to enter executive session to discuss personnel and litigation matters (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss the first reading of a bond ordinance. This ordinance proposes moving funds to support a building project at the Rowan College of South Jersey Cumberland County campus.
- Ordinance 2022-7: Reappropriating $1,000,000 from classroom/laboratory retrofitting to the construction of a 20,000 square foot building at the Rowan College of South Jersey Cumberland County campus
- Resolution 2022-505: Providing for an executive session not open to the public
The Board of County Commissioners introduced Ordinance 2022-7, which reappropriates $1,000,000 in previously authorized bond funds from a nursing lab project to the construction of a 20,000-square-foot building at the Rowan College of South Jersey Cumberland County campus. The ordinance passed unanimously on first reading (7-0) and will be subject to a public hearing and final vote on August 23, 2022. No executive session was held, and the meeting adjourned on a 4-3 vote.
- Introduced Ordinance 2022-7 reappropriating $1,000,000 for Rowan College building project (7-0)
- Scheduled public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2022-7 for August 23, 2022
- Opened and closed public comment period (7-0)
- Abandoned Resolution 2022-505 for executive session; no closed session held
- Adjourned meeting (4-3)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Economic Development Board
The Economic Development Board will hear presentations regarding the Chamber of Commerce of SJ and workforce development. The agenda also includes updates on county projects and comments from commissioners.
- Presentation by Christina Renna, Executive Director of Chamber of Commerce of SJ
- Workforce update from Allison Spinelli and Christy Dileonardo
- County projects update from Jerry Velazquez
- Commissioner comments from Carol Musso and Joseph Sileo
The Cumberland County Economic Development Board met on August 9, 2022, and approved the minutes from the June 14 meeting. The meeting included updates on workforce development, authority-managed construction projects, and a presentation from the Chamber of Commerce of Southern NJ. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.
- Approved minutes from June 14 meeting
Board of Health
The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific action items or discussion topics are listed.
The Cumberland County Board of Health held a special meeting on August 3, 2022, and unanimously voted to enter closed session to discuss the purchase, lease, or acquisition of real property with public funds. No other substantive decisions were made; the board adjourned without returning to open session.
- Approved entering closed session to discuss real property acquisition (unanimous)
- Approved ending closed session at 5:56pm (unanimous)
- Approved adjournment of the meeting at 5:56pm (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is considering a $1,000,000 bond ordinance for Rowan College of South Jersey building projects. The meeting also includes several resolutions regarding budget amendments, contract renewals, and legal expense increases.
- Ordinance 2022-06: Reappropriating $1,000,000 for Rowan College of South Jersey building projects
- Resolution 2022-467: Drug screening services contract renewal with Phamatech, Inc. ($146,696.00)
- Resolution 2022-468: Collision repair and painting service renewals (Tomlin Bros., Inc. $35,500; Bellmawr Collision Center, Inc. $27,000)
- Resolution 2022-472: ArcGIS software maintenance renewal with ESRI ($24,500.00)
- Resolution 2022-473: Budget amendment for 2022 Federal Road Program on CR 555, CR 615 S, and CR 655 ($2,900,000.00)
The Board of County Commissioners defeated Ordinance 2022-6, which would have reappropriated $1,000,000 in bond proceeds for a building project at Rowan College of South Jersey's Cumberland County campus. The vote was 4-0 with two abstentions, failing to reach the required 2/3 affirmative vote of the full membership. The board also accepted the resignation of Chief Financial Officer Gerald Seneski, effective September 9, 2022, and approved numerous other resolutions including contracts, grants, and appointments.
- Defeated bond ordinance reappropriating $1M for Rowan College building project (4-0, 2 abstentions)
- Accepted resignation of CFO Gerald Seneski effective Sept 9, 2022 (6-0)
- Approved $1,059,436 contract for 2022 drainage improvements to South State, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved $146,696 renewal of drug screening services contract with Phamatech, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved $2.9M budget amendment for 2022 Federal Road Program (6-0)
- Approved $15.26M in bill payments (5-1)
- Approved $67,765 change order for library fire alarm upgrade (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved $40,236 purchase of asphalt hot patcher trailer (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the June expense report and approve bill payments. The agenda includes the adoption of three resolutions regarding a grant, surplus auction, and medical director.
- Resolution 07/2022-01: LINCS Grant Acceptance
- Resolution 07/2022-02: Auction of Surplus
- Resolution 07/2022-03: Medical Director
- Review and approval of June expense report
The Cumberland County Board of Health unanimously approved three resolutions: accepting a $665,424 LINCS grant from the NJDOH for FY2023, authorizing the auction of surplus property, and amending a professional services contract to replace retiring Medical Director Dr. Patitucci with Dr. Michael Hong. The board also approved the June expense report ($162,035) and entered closed session to discuss real property acquisition, taking no public action.
- Approved Resolution 07/2022-01 accepting $665,424 LINCS grant (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 07/2022-02 authorizing surplus property auction (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 07/2022-03 amending contract to appoint Dr. Michael Hong as Medical Director (unanimous)
- Approved June expense report and bill payments totaling $162,035 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from June 15 meeting (unanimous)
- Entered closed session for real property discussion (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a contract for executive search services to fill the County Correctional Police Warden position. The meeting also includes a presentation on jail options from Gerard Velazquez of CCIA.
- Resolution 2022-463: Proposed $20,400 contract with The Canning Group LLC for executive search services for the County Correctional Police Warden
- Presentation by Gerard Velazquez of CCIA to review jail options
The Board of County Commissioners approved a $20,400 non-fair and open contract with The Canning Group LLC for executive search services to fill the County Correctional Police Warden position. The decision was made in anticipation of the Gloucester County shared services agreement expiring on December 31, 2022. The board also heard a presentation on jail options, but no decisions were made on that topic. The meeting included a public comment period and an executive session.
- Approved $20,400 contract with The Canning Group LLC for warden search (6-0)
- Entered executive session to discuss jail population management, COVID workers comp claims, and personnel matters (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:52 PM (6-0)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss a bond ordinance for a college building project and various county contracts. The session includes scholarship presentations and the review of several grant applications and budget amendments.
- Ordinance 2022-6: Bond reappropriating $1,000,000 for a building project at Rowan College of South Jersey
- Resolution 2022-414: $164,275 contract with Dominion Voting Systems for 2022 election services
- Resolution 2022-405: $94,575 increase for electrical repairs at County Route 555 and Landis Avenue
- Resolution 2022-412: $85,000 purchase of a John Deere 331G Compact Track Loader
- Resolution 2022-399: Estimated $25,000 contract with Northeast Counseling Services, LLC for mental health counseling
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners approved a $164,275 contract with Dominion Voting Systems for election services, despite concerns about costs and machine performance during the June primary. The board also introduced a bond ordinance to reappropriate $1 million for a Rowan College building project and approved a shared services agreement with Salem County for broadband planning. Numerous other contracts, grants, and appointments were approved.
- Approved $164,275 Dominion Voting Systems contract (5-2)
- Introduced Ordinance 2022-6 reappropriating $1M for Rowan College building (7-0)
- Approved broadband shared services agreement with Salem County (6-0, Albrecht abstained)
- Approved $94,575 emergency traffic signal repair change order (7-0)
- Approved $85,000 John Deere track loader purchase (7-0)
- Approved $114,909 purchase of two tractors and mowers (7-0)
- Approved $444,553.44 jail medical services contract extension (6-1)
- Approved $16,344,081.06 in bill payments (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a work session to review agenda items for the June 28, 2022 meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural boilerplate and a request for an executive session.
- Resolution 2022-397: Authorization of an executive session to discuss litigation, negotiations, attorney-client privilege, and employment relationships
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners held a work session with no public comment and no substantive votes on agenda items. The only formal action was adopting Resolution 2022-397 to enter executive session (6-0) to discuss litigation, jail-related matters, and personnel appointments. Commissioners also reviewed upcoming agenda items, including transportation plans, jail medical services RFP, and a correction to a fairgrounds resolution.
- Adopted Resolution 2022-397 for executive session (6-0)
- Opened and closed public comment periods with no speakers (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:13 PM (6-0)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the May expense report and approve bill payments. The agenda includes the adoption of two resolutions regarding childhood lead and a LINCS grant amendment. Members will also discuss the replacement of a vehicle.
- Resolution 06/2022-01: Childhood Lead
- Resolution 06/2022-02: Amend LINCS Grant
- Discussion regarding replacement of vehicle
- Review and approval of May expense report
The Cumberland County Board of Health approved two resolutions: accepting $357,377 in state funding for childhood lead exposure prevention and amending the LINCS grant to add $10,000 for isolation and quarantine expenses, raising the total to $675,424. The board also authorized creating a COVID-19 Coordinator position with a salary range of $47,147-$65,137. All resolutions passed unanimously.
- Accepted $357,377 Childhood Lead Exposure Prevention grant (unanimous)
- Amended LINCS grant adding $10,000, total $675,424 (unanimous)
- Authorized creation of COVID-19 Coordinator position (unanimous)
Economic Development Board
The board will hear presentations regarding the Chamber of Commerce of SJ, local business updates from Danone, and development trends in Western Cumberland. The agenda also includes workforce and private investment updates.
- Presentation by Christina Renna, Executive Director of Chamber of Commerce of SJ
- Local business update from Danone Plant Director John Ferringer
- Development trends presentation for Western Cumberland
- Workforce update from the Workforce Development Board
- Private investment update from Jerry Velazquez, President and CEO of the Authority
The Cumberland County Economic Development Board met on June 14, 2022, and heard presentations from Danone USA, Upper Deerfield Township, and workforce development staff. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with updates on company operations, potential developments, and job training programs.
- No formal decisions or votes were recorded at the meeting
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing the 2022 county budget, which includes a resolution to raise $103,700,000 through taxation. Additionally, the board will consider several bond ordinances for capital improvements, college renovations, and police barracks security.
- Resolution 2022-309: Adopting the 2022 County Budget to raise $103,700,000 via taxation
- Ordinance 2022-3: Bond ordinance for $6,400,000 in various capital improvements
- Ordinance 2022-4: Bond ordinance for $3,308,000 for Rowan College of South Jersey renovations
- Ordinance 2022-5: Guaranteeing $6,300,000 in bonds for the State Police Barracks Project
- Resolution 2022-314: Budget amendment for $1,000,000 for CR 649 Mauricetown Bypass resurfacing
The Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2022 County Budget, authorizing $103,700,000 to be raised by taxation, a $2.2 million increase over the previous year. The budget was approved by a 4-3 vote, with commissioners Albrecht, Romero, and Sileo voting no. The board also adopted three bond ordinances for capital improvements, including a $6.4 million bond for various projects and a $3.3 million bond for Rowan College of South Jersey renovations.
- Adopted 2022 County Budget with $103.7M tax levy (4-3)
- Adopted $6.4M bond ordinance for capital improvements (6-0)
- Adopted $3.3M bond ordinance for Rowan College renovations (6-0)
- Adopted $6.3M bond guarantee for State Police barracks project (7-0)
- Authorized assessment of jail replacement options (6-1)
- Approved 2022 Board of Health budget of $4,275,927 (7-0)
- Designated June 2022 as Gun Safety and Violence Awareness Month (5-2)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $33,663,918.13 (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted (34 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the April expense report and approve payments for bills. The agenda includes the adoption of four resolutions regarding various grants and training. Members will also discuss Covid-19 updates and daily working hours.
- 05/2022-01 Tanning Grant Resolution
- 05/2022-02 Right to Know RTK 2022 Grant Resolution
- 05/2022-03 Greenwald Training Resolution
- 05/2022-04 Vaccination Supplemental Funding Resolution
- Review of CCDOH daily working hours
The Cumberland County Board of Health unanimously approved the 2022 budget of $4,275,927 and four resolutions: accepting a $600 tanning grant, a $9,848 Right to Know grant, a $6,700 training contract, and a $150,000 COVID-19 vaccination supplemental funding amendment. The board also approved the March expense report of $235,618 and entered closed session to discuss litigation.
- Approved 2022 budget of $4,275,927 (unanimous)
- Approved March expense report and bill payments totaling $235,618 (unanimous)
- Accepted $600 tanning facility inspection grant (Resolution 05/2022-01)
- Accepted $9,848 Right to Know grant for 2023 (Resolution 05/2022-02)
- Approved $6,700 training contract with AI Greenwald Coaching (Resolution 05/2022-03)
- Accepted $150,000 COVID-19 vaccination supplemental funding (Resolution 05/2022-04)
- Entered closed session to discuss litigation (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners held a work session to review agenda items for the upcoming May 24 meeting. The board also scheduled an executive session to discuss specific confidential matters.
- Resolution 2022-308: Authorization of an executive session regarding real property, litigation, and employment relationships
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners held a work session on May 17, 2022, during which they discussed agenda items for the upcoming May 24 meeting and heard public comments. The only formal action taken was a motion to enter executive session, which was adopted by a 4-3 vote, to discuss litigation, real property acquisition, and employment matters. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.
- Entered executive session for litigation, real property, and personnel matters (4-3)
- Opened and closed public comment periods (7-0 voice votes)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is introducing the calendar year 2022 county budget, which includes a $103,700,000.00 tax levy. The board is also considering multiple bond ordinances for capital improvements, college renovations, and police barracks security. A public hearing for these items is scheduled for May 24, 2022.
- Introduction of the 2022 County Budget with a $173,882,003.99 total and $103,700,000.00 tax levy
- Ordinance 2022-03: Bond ordinance for various capital improvements of $6,400,000
- Ordinance 2022-04: Bond ordinance for Rowan College of South Jersey building renovations of $3,308,000
- Ordinance 2022-05: Bond ordinance for State Police Barracks Project security of up to $6,300,000
- Resolution 2022-238: Purchase of server and storage equipment for Division of Social Services for $27,064.80
The Board of County Commissioners introduced the $173.9 million 2022 county budget and three bond ordinances, all set for a public hearing on May 24. A resolution to transfer control of the Department of Corrections to the Sheriff's Office was defeated 4-3, failing to reach the required 2/3 supermajority. A related resolution to assess jail replacement options was tabled until the May 24 meeting.
- Introduced $173.9M 2022 county budget with $103.7M tax levy (7-0)
- Introduced $6.4M bond ordinance for capital improvements (7-0)
- Introduced $3.3M bond ordinance for Rowan College of South Jersey renovations (7-0)
- Introduced $6.3M bond ordinance to guarantee State Police Barracks project (7-0)
- Defeated resolution to transfer jail control to Sheriff's Office (4-3)
- Tabled resolution to assess jail replacement options (7-0)
- Approved $3.5M contract for 2022 road overlay program (7-0)
- Approved $315,000 settlement in Frangomihalos lawsuit (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the March expense report and the proposed 2022 budget. Public comments regarding the proposed budget are invited during the meeting.
- Review of March expense report and payment of bills
- Discussion of 2022 Board of Health Proposed Budget
- Resolution 4/2022-01: BOH Budget Resolution
- Resolution 4/2022-02: Auction of Surplus Resolution
- Covid-19 updates
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to apply for and accept funding for the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office. This grant would support treatment services, programs, and technology for the Child Advocacy Center.
- Resolution 2022-232: Application for up to $100,000.00 in Child Advocacy Development Grants
- Resolution 2022-233: Authorization of an Executive Session closed to the public
The Board unanimously approved Resolution 2022-232, authorizing the submission and acceptance of Child Advocacy Development Grants for the Prosecutor's Office. The work session also included extensive discussion, but no formal action, on a proposal by Director Barber to merge the county jail (CCDOC) into the Sheriff's Department and to assess three options for a new jail. The Board voted 4-3 to enter executive session to discuss litigation, real property, collective bargaining, and personnel matters.
- Approved Resolution 2022-232 authorizing Child Advocacy Development Grants application (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-233 to enter executive session (4-3)
- Opened and closed public comment periods with no public speakers on resolutions (7-0)
- Discussed, but took no action on, proposal to merge jail operations under Sheriff's Department
- Discussed, but took no action on, budget changes including $711,000 from radio project for psychiatric hospital costs
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Economic Development Board
The board is discussing new business and expansion projects involving Rovagnati North America LLC and MamaCita Inc. Members will also receive updates on COVID recovery small business grants and landlord assistance. The meeting includes reports on countywide projects and NJEDA financial assistance programs.
- New business discussion regarding Rovagnati North America LLC
- Business expansion discussion regarding MamaCita Inc.
- COVID recovery update on small business grants and landlord assistance program
- Update on Food Specialization Center tenants
- Information on NJEDA financial assistance programs webinar scheduled for April 19, 2022
The Cumberland County Economic Development Board met on April 12, 2022, and heard presentations from Rovagnati and Mamacita Foods, both located in Vineland. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with updates on county programs and projects.
- No formal decisions were made at the meeting
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on bond ordinances for facilities and college funding. The agenda includes a presentation on a master plan for fairgrounds, recreation, and tourism, as well as several contract awards for vehicles and software.
- Ordinance 2022-1: Bond guarantee not exceeding $14,250,000 for facilities acquisition project
- Ordinance 2022-2: Refunding of county college bonds appropriating $3,400,000
- Resolution 2022-181: $209,500 contract to Clarke Caton Hintz, P.C. for a Fairgrounds and Recreational Facilities Master Plan
- Resolution 2022-186: $183,366 contract to Sheppard Bus Service for Wawa Summer Program student transportation
- Resolution 2022-184: $157,816.29 for three 2022 Chevy Tahoes for the Sheriff's Department
The Board approved a $209,500 contract with Clarke Caton Hintz, P.C. to develop a master plan for the Cumberland County Fairgrounds and other recreational facilities, funded by American Rescue Plan Act funds. The Board also adopted a bond guarantee ordinance for up to $14,250,000 in County-guaranteed revenue refunding bonds for the Cumberland County Improvement Authority. A separate ordinance to refund up to $3,400,000 in County College Bonds was withdrawn. The Board approved a large batch of resolutions, including a $2,365,200 jail food services contract and a $183,366 Wawa Summer Program transportation contract.
- Approved $209,500 master plan contract for Fairgrounds and recreation (7-0)
- Adopted Bond Guarantee Ordinance 2022-1 for up to $14,250,000 (7-0)
- Withdrew Ordinance 2022-2 for $3,400,000 County College bond refunding (7-0)
- Approved $2,365,200 jail food services contract with GD Correctional Food Service (7-0)
- Approved $183,366 Wawa Summer Program transportation contract with Sheppard Bus Service (7-0)
- Approved $157,816.29 purchase of three Chevy Tahoes for Sheriff's Dept (7-0)
- Approved $81,089 ADA accessible grandstand bleacher system for Fairgrounds (7-0)
- Approved $15,507,435.58 in February bills (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health is meeting to approve February meeting minutes and expenses, review the 2022 budget, and discuss the State Fiscal Year 2023 budget highlights. They will also consider a resolution designating April 4-10 as Public Health Week. The meeting includes public comments and updates on Covid-19.
- Approval of February 16, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of February expense report and payment of bills
- 2022 Board of Health Budget Report and Discussion
- Resolution 3/2022-01 designating April 4-10 as Public Health Week
- Covid-19 updates
The Cumberland County Board of Health approved five resolutions, including accepting a $5,000 state grant for private well testing outreach, a $46,200 shared services agreement with Rutgers' Walter Rand Institute, a $149,638 environmental health grant, and the appointment of James E. Schroeder as attorney for one year. The board also approved the January expense report of $130,277 and the minutes from the January 26 meeting. The 2022 budget was discussed but not voted on, with a vote scheduled for March.
- Approved January expense report and payment of bills totaling $130,277
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-01 authorizing surplus property auction via MunicBid.com
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-02 accepting $5,000 NJDOH grant for private well testing outreach
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-03 authorizing $46,200 shared services agreement with Rutgers Walter Rand Institute
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-04 appointing James E. Schroeder as attorney for one year (Feb 2022-Jan 2023)
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-05 authorizing application for CEHA grant up to $281,998
- Approved entering closed session to discuss litigation
- Approved Resolution 3/2022-01 designating April 4-10, 2022 as National Public Health Week
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a shared services agreement for project management and strategic planning. The board is also considering the appointment of an interim Clerk to the Board and an interim County Administrator.
- Shared services agreement with Cumberland County Improvement Authority for project management and development services totaling $160,000
- Appointment of Jeffrey T. Ridgway, Jr. as Interim Clerk to the Board for one year at $5,000 annually
- Appointment of Jody K. Hirata as Interim County Administrator
- Waiver of residency requirements for Interim Clerk Jeffrey T. Ridgway, Jr.
The Board of County Commissioners approved a one-year, $160,000 shared services agreement with the Cumberland County Improvement Authority (CCIA) for project management and development services, passing 5-2. The board also unanimously appointed Jeffrey T. Ridgway Jr. as Interim Clerk to the Board and Jody K. Hirata as Interim County Administrator, both effective April 1, 2022. The meeting included public comments on jail operations and transparency, and the board entered executive session to discuss employment and litigation matters.
- Approved shared services agreement with CCIA for project management and development services, $160,000 for one year (5-2)
- Appointed Jeffrey T. Ridgway Jr. as Interim Clerk to the Board, $5,000 annual stipend, residency requirement waived (7-0)
- Appointed Jody K. Hirata as Interim County Administrator, $12,000 annual stipend (7-0)
- Approved resolution to enter executive session for employment and litigation matters (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to enter an executive session closed to the public. The session was convened to discuss specific confidential matters.
- Resolution 2022-163: Authorization of an executive session to discuss public safety and property, litigation/contract negotiations, and employment relationships
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on March 1, 2022, primarily to hear public comment on the county jail situation and then voted 5-2 to enter executive session to discuss jail-related matters, litigation, and the warden's employment. No substantive decisions were made in public session; the only formal action was the resolution authorizing the closed session. The board adjourned without taking further public action.
- Approved Resolution 2022-163 to enter executive session (5-2)
- Opened public comment period (7-0)
- Closed public comment period (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several ordinances related to bond guarantees and college debt. The meeting also includes multiple resolutions regarding emergency budget appropriations, contract renewals, and grant applications.
- Ordinance 2022-1: Bond guarantee for up to $14,250,000 in revenue refunding bonds
- Ordinance 2022-2: Refunding bond ordinance for $3,400,000 regarding County College bonds
- Resolution 2022-113: Emergency temporary budget appropriations of $1,845,372.77
- Resolution 2022-122: COVID-19 education advertising contract for $17,600.00
- Resolution 2022-125: Employee assistance program contract estimated at $24,576.00
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the January expense report and payment of bills. The meeting includes the introduction of the 2022 Board of Health Budget and the adoption of five specific resolutions.
- Introduction of 2022 Board of Health Budget
- Resolution 2/2022-01: Auction of Surplus
- Resolution 2/2022-02: Private Well Testing Outreach Grant
- Resolution 2/2022-03: Walter Rand Shared Services
- Resolution 2/2022-05: CEHA Grant
The Cumberland County Board of Health met on February 16, 2022, and approved five resolutions: authorizing the auction of surplus property, accepting a $5,000 private well testing outreach grant, entering a shared services agreement with Rutgers' Walter Rand Institute, amending the solicitor appointment, and accepting a CEHA grant. The board also approved the January expense report and payment of bills, and introduced the 2022 budget. The meeting was held via videoconference.
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-01 authorizing the sale of surplus personal property via online auction on MunicBid.com.
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-02 accepting a $5,000 NJDOH grant for private well testing outreach.
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-03 authorizing a shared services agreement with Rutgers' Walter Rand Institute for research and data analysis at a cost of $46,200.
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-04 appointing James E. Schroeder, Esquire, as attorney for a one-year term starting February 1, 2022.
- Approved Resolution 2/2022-05 accepting a CEHA grant from NJDEP in the amount of approximately $149,638.
- Approved the January expense report and payment of bills.
- Introduced the 2022 Board of Health budget.
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing agenda items for the February 22, 2022 meeting. The session includes a resolution to hold an executive session closed to the public and a resolution regarding legal services.
- Resolution 2022-111: Authorization of an Executive Session not open to the public
- Resolution 2022-112: Award of professional services contract to Lite DePalma Greenberg & Afanador, LLC for litigation matters
- Legal contract cap: $30,000.00 per matter for specific U.S. District Court cases
- Legal service rate: Blended hourly rate of $225.00 per hour
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a professional services contract with Lite DePalma Greenberg & Afanador, LLC for litigation involving the county jail, including cases such as Brown, Clark, et al. v. Charles Warren and Todd Ford, Jr. v. Warden Smith. The contract, effective February 16, 2022, is capped at $30,000 per matter at a blended rate of $225 per hour. The board also unanimously approved entering executive session to discuss real property, litigation, and employment matters, and later returned to public session.
- Approved Resolution 2022-112 awarding a professional services contract to Lite DePalma Greenberg & Afanador, LLC for jail litigation, with a $30,000 cap per matter and $225/hour rate (7-0).
- Approved Resolution 2022-111 to enter executive session for discussions on broadband real property, jail litigation, and employment appointments (7-0).
- Opened and closed public comment periods for agenda resolutions and new business (7-0 voice votes).
- Adjourned the meeting at 8:38 PM (7-0).
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to authorize an executive session closed to the public. The session was called to discuss specific confidential matters as permitted by state law.
- Resolution 2022-110: Authorization of an executive session to discuss public safety and property, litigation and contract negotiations, and employment relationships
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on February 8, 2022, during which they unanimously approved Resolution 2022-110 to enter executive session. The closed session covered public safety and property issues related to the current jail site, jail litigation, and the employment relationship of the warden and confidential assistant. No public comment was received, and no action was taken upon returning to public session.
- Approved Resolution 2022-110 to enter executive session (7-0)
- Opened public comment period (7-0)
- Closed public comment period (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:02 PM (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Economic Development Board
The Cumberland County Economic Development Board met on February 8, 2022, and approved the minutes of the August 10, 2021 meeting. The meeting featured presentations on the Millville Executive Airport's growth, workforce development statistics, and county economic recovery efforts, including a small business grant program and broadband infrastructure plans. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.
- Approved minutes of August 10, 2021 meeting (motion by C. DiLeonardo, second by T. Stanzione)
Board of Health
The Board will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the year 2022. The agenda includes reviewing December expenses and adopting several resolutions.
- Election of 2022 Chairperson
- Election of 2022 Vice Chairperson
- Approval of December 15, 2021 meeting minutes
- Resolution 1/2022-01: Custodian of Funds
- Resolution 1/2022-02: Hernando's Pharmacy NFO
The Cumberland County Board of Health held its January 26, 2022 meeting, where it elected a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2022, approved the December 15, 2021 meeting minutes, and adopted four resolutions. These resolutions appointed Valerie Ridgeway-Carter as Custodian of Funds, awarded a $35,000 pharmacy contract to Hernando's Hometown Pharmacy, awarded a $65,000 billing services contract to Strategic Billing Enterprises, and appointed a Board Solicitor (name left blank in the minutes). The board also reviewed the December expense report and received updates on COVID-19 and department operations.
- Elected Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2022 (roll call vote)
- Approved December 15, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Barber, second by Shuemate)
- Approved December expense report and payment of bills (motion by Barber, second by Shuemate)
- Adopted Resolution 1/2022-01 appointing Valerie Ridgeway-Carter as Custodian of Funds for 2022
- Adopted Resolution 1/2022-02 awarding $35,000 pharmacy contract to Hernando's Hometown Pharmacy
- Adopted Resolution 1/2022-03 awarding $65,000 billing services contract to Strategic Billing Enterprises
- Adopted Resolution 1/2022-04 appointing Board Solicitor (name not specified in minutes)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to establish 2022 committee assignments and liaison roles. The body is also deciding on several county contracts and emergency budget appropriations.
- Emergency temporary budget appropriations of $169,078.00
- Contract for plumbing repair services with Northeast Plumbing Services, Inc. for $35,765.00
- Payment of $139,078.00 to the Center For Family Services via a grant
- Library expenditures including $69,008.35 for furniture and $22,042.50 for a laptop kiosk
- Shared services agreement with Commercial Township for a bridge replacement on Miller Avenue
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners approved a large consent agenda, including a $2,345,770.00 contract to Mount Construction Co., Inc. for the replacement of Bridge No. 0600-030 on Mayor Aitken Drive in Bridgeton. The board also approved numerous other contracts, including a $598,291.15 contract for election printing and a $69,008.35 purchase of library furniture. Several items were approved with dissenting votes, including the sale of a surplus vehicle and a contract for GIS services.
- Approved $2,345,770.00 contract to Mount Construction Co., Inc. for Mayor Aitken Drive bridge replacement (7-0)
- Approved $598,291.15 non-fair/open contract to Royal Printing Service for election materials (7-0)
- Approved $69,008.35 purchase of library furniture from Bellia Office Furniture (7-0)
- Approved $49,956.53 GIS contract to Remington & Vernick Engineers (6-1, Albrecht no)
- Approved sale of 2014 Ford Explorer to Gateway Community Action Partnership for $200 (6-1, Albrecht no)
- Approved $133,200.00 renewal of COVID-19 disinfection contract with Holden Disinfecting Solutions (6-1, Albrecht no)
- Approved $10,000.00 ceiling increase for Schroeder Law Group for Board of Health legal services (4-2, Pearson abstained)
- Approved $15,376,557.91 in bills (6-1, Albrecht no)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners met for a work session to review agenda items for the January 25, 2022 meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural boilerplate and a request for an executive session.
- Resolution 2022-2: Authorization of an executive session to discuss public safety, litigation/contract negotiations, and employment relationships
The Board of County Commissioners held a work session on January 18, 2022, primarily to review and discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. No formal resolutions were voted on during this session. The board discussed several items, including the county's official newspaper designation, a vehicle donation, and broadband infrastructure. The meeting concluded with the board unanimously approving a resolution to enter executive session to discuss litigation, public safety, and employment matters.
- Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)
- Approved motion to return to public session (7-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn meeting (7-0)
- Discussed official newspaper designation; staff to research options
- Discussed slowing county jail process; to be taken up in finance committee
- Discussed broadband infrastructure; The Authority to lead efforts
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Reorganization Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners held a reorganization meeting to swear in new members and elect leadership. The board is deciding on the adoption of a temporary budget to cover the first three months of the year.
- Resolution 2022-1: Adopting a $74,691,712.86 temporary budget
- Certification and oath of office for Commissioners Antonio Romero and Joseph Sileo
- Election of Board Director and Deputy Director for 2022
- Debt service appropriations totaling $21,766,982.00
- Capital Improvement Fund appropriation of $400,000.00
The Board of County Commissioners held its annual reorganization meeting, swore in newly elected Commissioners Antonio Romero and Joseph Sileo, and elected Darlene Barber as Director and Donna Pearson as Deputy Director for 2022. The board unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-1, a $74,691,712.86 temporary budget to fund county operations for the first three months of the year. The meeting also included a public comment period where residents raised questions about budget line items and county contracts.
- Adopted $74.7M temporary budget for first 3 months of 2022 (7-0)
- Elected Darlene Barber as Director of the Board for 2022 (7-0)
- Elected Donna Pearson as Deputy Director for 2022 (7-0)
- Certified election of Antonio Romero and Joseph Sileo as County Commissioners
- Administered oaths of office to Commissioners Romero and Sileo
- Opened and closed public comment period (7-0)