Cumberland County public meetings in 2023
36 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will review November expenses and adopt several resolutions for 2024. These include funding for private well outreach, designating newspapers, and authorizing contracts for laboratory and billing services. The board will also consider a shared service agreement with the New Jersey Department of Health.
- Funding for Private Well Outreach 2024
- Contract for Environmental Laboratory Services
- Contract for Billing Services
- Shared Service Agreement with NJ Department of Health
- Cancellation of Grant Funds
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several consent resolutions, including contract renewals for social services, vehicle repairs, and employee health programs. The agenda also includes notifications regarding Atlantic City Electric rate adjustments and various budget transfers.
- Awarding a $3,228,690.00 contract for an employee prescription drug program to Benecard Services, LLC
- Renewing a vehicle repair services contract with Cumberland Tire Center, Inc. for $688,560.00
- Authorizing a $1,127,600 estimated contract for a Retiree Medicare Advantage Plan with Sierra Health and Life Insurance Company, Inc.
- Approving a $65,142.72 purchase for Division of Social Services phone system support from Avaya Inc.
- Authorizing the purchase of 7 Varitech brine solution tanks for $44,359.00
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the October expense report and approve payments for bills. The agenda also includes a resolution to purchase a SCIAPS X-550 Lead Paint Analyzer.
- Approval of October expense report and payment of bills
- Resolution 11/2023-01: Purchase of SCIAPS X-550 Lead Paint Analyzer
- Correspondence regarding Inspira Health physician change
- Discussion of professional services contracts
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding grant acceptances, contract renewals, and departmental expenditures. Key items include funding for homeland security, public works equipment, and legal expense increases.
- Acceptance of $140,546.75 for the FY 2023 State Homeland Security Program
- Contract renewal with G.M. White Electrical Contractor, Inc. for $62,541.50
- Purchase of traffic safety equipment from National Highway Product, Inc. for $21,075.00
- Contract award to W. Campbell Supply Company of Atlantic County, LLC for truck repairs totaling $101,339.00
- Budget amendment of $125,211.53 for the Radiological Emergency Response Plan
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the September expense report and approve bills. The meeting includes discussions on a NJACCHO Train the Trainer Grant acceptance and an overview of the Public Health Needs Assessment.
- Acceptance of 10/2023-01 NJACCHO Train the Trainer Grant
- Review of September expense report
- Public Health Needs Assessment Overview
- 2022 Board of Health Audit review
- Board Member Confidentiality Agreement
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners met to discuss several resolutions, including a contract for transit software and a declaration supporting veterans. The meeting also included presentations honoring a US Army Veteran and Wawa scholarship recipients.
- Awarding a $216,735.00 contract to Via Mobility, LLC for CATS scheduling/routing software
- Resolution 2023-705 declaring October 10 through November 11, 2023, as Green Light For Veterans
- Presentation honoring US Army Veteran Rafael Marti
- Presentation of Wawa Scholarship Recipients
- Authorization of payment for bills via Resolution 2023-707
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will meet to approve meeting minutes and the August expense report. The board will also consider a resolution regarding the sale of expired nursing supplies.
- Approval of August expense report and payment of bills
- Resolution 09/2023-01: Sale of expired nursing supplies to Rowan College of South Jersey - Cumberland Campus
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is considering Ordinance 2023-3 to reallocate funds from a public safety radio project to a county network and security upgrade. The board is also reviewing a grant application for federal transit funding.
- Ordinance 2023-3: Decreasing radio system appropriation from $4,275,000 to $25,000
- Ordinance 2023-3: Increasing technology project appropriation from $400,000 to $4,650,000
- Resolution 2023-629: Authorizing application for $565,383.00 in federal transit grant funding
- Resolution 2023-629: Obligating $133,002.00 as the required local share for transit grants
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted Ordinance 2023-3, amending Sections 3(b) and 3(d) of the 2021 Bond Ordinance to decrease one project’s appropriation and increase another’s. They also unanimously approved Resolution 2023-629 to authorize a grant application to NJ Transit and the U.S. DOT, Resolution 2023-630 to authorize payment of bills, and Resolution 2023-631 to hold an executive‑session meeting.
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-3 amending bond sections (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-629 authorizing grant application (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-630 authorizing payment of bills (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-631 for executive‑session meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss the Middle Mile Broadband Grant Program, including budget amendments and engineering services. The agenda also includes several resolutions regarding professional service contracts, legal expenses, and road maintenance.
- Budget amendment for Middle Mile (Broadband) Grant Program: $24,176,692.13
- Contract renewal for rock salt delivery: $489,000.00
- Professional service contract for Mid-County Park trail assessment: $5,500.00
- Budget amendment for 2023 Federal Road Program (CR 548, 670, 699): $2,900,000.00
- Temporary road closures for the Annual Motorcycle Parade on August 27, 2023
The Board of County Commissioners approved a $24.1 million grant and associated budget amendments and contracting for the Middle Mile broadband project. One ordinance to amend a bond for the project was introduced. Several other professional service and grant resolutions were adopted via consent agenda.
- Approved acceptance of Middle Mile broadband grant agreement (5-2)
- Approved $24,176,692.13 budget amendment for broadband program (5-2)
- Approved competitive contracting for broadband consulting, engineering, and administration (5-2)
- Introduced Ordinance 2023-3 to amend Bond Ordinance #2021-3 (5-2)
- Awarded $5,500 contract to T&M Associates for Mid-County Park trail assessment (Unanimous)
- Approved grant application for 2024 Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (Unanimous)
- Approved $56,301 budget amendment for LEAP Fellowship Grant (Unanimous)
- Awarded $30,000 contract to Tenex Software Solutions for Board of Elections software (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board will decide on expense reports, bills, and resolutions for consulting services and database purchases.
- Consulting Services for Public Health Needs Assessment Contract
- Purchase of Environmental Database
- Approval of Expense Report
The Board of Health approved several grant agreements to enhance local public health infrastructure and COVID-19 vaccination efforts. The Board also approved the June expense report and previous meeting minutes.
- Approved June expense report totaling $135,289
- Approved minutes from June 21st meeting
- Accepted $65,000 additional grant for COVID-19 Vaccination Supplemental Funding Program (Total $365,000)
- Approved grant application for 2023 County Environmental Health Act (CEHA) Grant for approximately $148,164
- Accepted $600 reimbursement for three tanning facility inspections
- Accepted $339,841 first installment of CHIF grant funding (Total $679,683)
- Accepted $2,395,847 total grant funding from NJACCHO for public health infrastructure
Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners convened a special meeting on August 15, 2023. The agenda includes an introduction by the County Administrator, comments from Congressman Jeff Van Drew, and a presentation by VComm.
- Presentation by VComm
- Comments by Congressman Jeff Van Drew
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners approved a professional service contract for the inspection and evaluation of the Wood Elementary School building. Other actions included authorizing new corrections officer hiring and creating a Re-Entry Coordinator position.
- Approved $131,300 contract with Tri-State Architects PC/Alaimo Group for Wood Elementary School inspection (6-0)
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Local 2327, UAW for Social Services staff (6-0)
- Authorized Department of Corrections to hire entry-level officers without examination (6-0)
- Approved creation of County Re-Entry Coordinator position for Department of Corrections (6-0)
- Approved payment of bills (6-0)
- Approved executive session meeting (6-0)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several routine resolutions, including contract renewals for public works and social services. The agenda also includes budget amendments for grant programs and updates on utility rate changes.
- Contract renewal for washed aggregate with South State Materials LLC ($406,000.00)
- Budget amendment for FY21 ARP Automated License Plate Reader Initiative ($402,039.00)
- Change order to increase Emergency Shelter Program contract by $100,000.00
- Contract renewal for hot mix asphalt with South State, Inc. ($187,540.00)
- Notice of Atlantic City Electric petition for increased electric service rates
The Board adopted a series of resolutions via a consent agenda, including contracts for road materials, vehicle repair, and health services. The meeting also included a presentation on the Middle Mile broadband project and public comments regarding bidding processes and road maintenance.
- Approved $406,000 contract for washed aggregate with South State Materials LLC (6-0)
- Approved $187,540 contract for hot mix asphalt with South State, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved $171,764 contract for cold patch with Richard E Pierson Materials Corporation (6-0)
- Approved $54,000 contract for collision repair with Bellmawr Collision Center (6-0)
- Approved $54,915.12 for Ethernet services with Comcast (6-0)
- Approved $25,560 non-fair and open contract for composite mats with LaTorre Hardware, Inc. (6-0)
- Ratified First Step Clinic Fee Schedule (6-0)
- Renewed interment services contract with Brewster Vaults And Monuments, Inc. (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the June expense report and approve payments for bills. The meeting includes the adoption of seven resolutions regarding various grant funds and a contract with Rutgers University.
- Approval of June expense report and payment of bills
- Notice of intent to award contract for Enterprise permitting and licensure software
- Resolution to contract with Rutgers University for Overdose Fatality Review Team
- Acceptance of grant funds for COVID-19 vaccination, tanning inspections, and CHIF project
- Acceptance of NJACCHO grant funds to enhance local public health infrastructure
The Board of Health accepted a state grant for childhood lead exposure prevention and approved several software and equipment contracts. The Board also authorized a shared services agreement with Rutgers School of Public Health for workforce training assessments.
- Approved $505,507 grant for Childhood Lead Exposure Prevention (Resolution 06/2023-04)
- Approved $27,512.68 contract with SHI for FortiEDR software (Resolution 06/2023-01)
- Approved sale of surplus 22-foot Homesteader trailer to County Public Works for $1.00 (Resolution 06/2023-02)
- Approved lease renewal for office space at 10 Magnolia Avenue, Bridgeton (Resolution 06/2023-03)
- Approved shared services agreement with Rutgers School of Public Health for workforce training needs assessments (Resolutions 06/2023-05 and 06/2023-06)
- Approved May expense report totaling $540,246
- Approved minutes from the May 17th meeting
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners will meet for a work session to authorize the payment of various bills and review items for the upcoming July 25 meeting. The board also scheduled an executive session to discuss confidential matters regarding litigation and employment.
- Resolution 2023-473: Authorization of bill payments totaling $3,266,894.58
- Resolution 2023-474: Authorization of an executive session regarding litigation and employment matters
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution to pay bills totaling $3,266,894.58. The board also voted to enter an executive session to discuss individual privacy, litigation, and employment matters.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $3,266,894.58 (Unanimous)
- Approved entering executive session for privacy, litigation, and employment matters (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions, including equipment purchases for Public Works and software renewals. The agenda also includes budget amendments for human services programs and grant applications.
- Contract award to Caterina Supply, Inc. for drainage pipe and materials ($521,609.95)
- Software license renewal with Dominion Voting Systems, Inc. ($144,553.55)
- Purchase of John Deere Model 85G Excavator from Jesco Inc. ($139,695.00)
- Budget amendment for Medication Assisted Treatment Initiative ($399,914.00)
- Contract award to Northeast Counseling Services, LLC for mental health services ($25,000.00)
The Board of County Commissioners adopted multiple resolutions via consent agenda, including a major contract for drainage materials and several software and equipment purchases. The board also recognized winners of the County Photography Contest.
- Approved $521,609.95 drainage pipe contract with Caterina Supply, Inc (5-0)
- Approved $144,553.55 software license fees for Board of Elections to Dominion Voting Systems, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $92,468.50 purchase of two New Holland tractors from Leslie G. Fogg, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $49,442.99 purchase of John Deere mulching head from Jesco (5-0)
- Approved $25,000.00 mental health counseling contract with Northeast Counseling Services, LLC (5-0)
- Approved $26,950.00 ArcGIS software maintenance renewal with ESRI (6-0)
- Approved budget amendments for Clean Communities Grant ($213,001.22), Children's System of Care ($36,874.00), and Veterans' Transportation System ($15,000.00) (5-0)
- Declared Division of Social Services equipment as e-waste and Board of Taxation files as scrap metal (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health is meeting to approve various resolutions, including a software purchase and several shared service agreements. The agenda also includes the review of May expense reports and the acceptance of childhood lead grant funds.
- Purchase of FortiEDR Software
- Sale of trailer to Cumberland County Public Works Department
- Extension of Inspira Office Space Lease
- Acceptance of 2023-2024 Childhood Lead Grant Funds
- Shared Service Agreement with Rutgers School of Public Health
The Board approved two state grants for emergency preparedness and the Right to Know program. It also authorized several contracts for software, computers, and phone system upgrades, and entered a shared service agreement with Vineland for childhood lead services.
- Approved $375,386 LINCS Grant for public health emergency preparedness
- Approved $9,848 Right to Know grant
- Approved shared service agreement with City of Vineland for lead-burdened children services
- Approved $29,207.25 contract with SHI for Fortigate software
- Approved $64,305.22 contract with Dell Inc. for computers and equipment
- Approved contract with Comtech Cloud Services for phone system upgrade ($17,500 to $44,000)
- Approved April expense report totaling $117,979
- Approved meeting minutes from April 19th
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners met to authorize a deed transferring property at 10 and 20 Buck Street to the City of Millville. The meeting also included the approval of bills totaling $10,713,141.97.
- Resolution 2023-390: Deed conveyance of 10 & 20 Buck Street, Millville
- Resolution 2023-391: Approval of bills amounting to $10,713,141.97
- Presentation honoring Mary Moyer Stubbs for 14 years of Library Commission service
- Resolution 2023-392: Authorization of an executive session regarding litigation and employment matters
The Board of County Commissioners approved the conveyance of two properties on Buck Street to the City of Millville. They also authorized over $10.7 million in bill payments and entered an executive session.
- Approved deed conveying 10 & 20 Buck Street to City of Millville (Unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $10,713,141.97 (Unanimous)
- Approved entering executive session (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss Ordinance 2023-2, which establishes the New Jersey County Option Hospital Fee Program. The agenda also includes several resolutions regarding contract renewals, budget amendments, and grant acceptances.
- Ordinance 2023-2 establishing the New Jersey County Option Hospital Fee Program
- Change order for fire alarm and sprinkler inspections at county buildings ($45,698.00 increase)
- Contract renewal for Cumberland County Jail security door maintenance ($116,882.00)
- Contract renewal for GPS offender tracking services ($78,475.00)
- Budget amendment for the Southern Shore Regional Destination Marketing Organization grant ($37,500.00)
The Board of County Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2023-2 to establish the New Jersey County Option Hospital Fee Program. Additionally, the Board approved several resolutions regarding inmate housing, youth services, and facility maintenance.
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-2 establishing the New Jersey County Option Hospital Fee Program (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-316 amending the contract with Hudson County for adult inmate housing (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-317 amending Youth Services Advisory Council bylaws (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-318 for a $45,698 increase to Haring Fire Protection contract (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-319 for a $116,882 contract renewal with KNE Corp. for jail security doors (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the April expense report and approve various resolutions. Proposed actions include accepting grants, authorizing equipment purchases, and approving shared service agreements.
- Acceptance of LINCS 2024 Grant
- Acceptance of Right to Know 2024 Grant
- Shared Service Agreement for Lead
- Purchase from SHI
- Purchase from Dell
The Board of Health approved the 2023 budget and accepted multiple state grants for environmental health and special child health services. The Board also recognized National Public Health Week and approved March expense reports.
- Adopted 2023 budget of $4,197,888 with a $3,050,000 tax levy
- Approved Resolution 04/2023-01 for CEHA Grant between $130,834 and $278,998
- Approved Resolution 04/2023-02 recognizing National Public Health Week
- Approved Resolution 04/2023-04 accepting $27,269 in additional Special Child Health funding
- Approved March expense report totaling $248,612
- Approved March 15th meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to authorize the payment of various bills and review upcoming agenda items. The session also includes a resolution to hold an executive session closed to the public.
- Resolution 2023-314: Authorization of bill payments totaling $5,116,664.17
- Resolution 2023-315: Authorization of an executive session for discussion of real property, litigation, and employment matters
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the payment of bills totaling $5,116,664.17. The board also held an executive session to discuss real property, litigation, and employment matters.
- Approved $5,116,664.17 in bill payments (Unanimous)
- Approved entering executive session for real property, litigation, and employment matters (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a public hearing on the 2023 County Budget and Tax Resolution, which authorizes $103,700,000 in taxation. The meeting also includes a final reading of a bond ordinance for $6,400,000 in capital improvements.
- Resolution 2023-256: Adopting the 2023 County Budget authorizing $103,700,000 via taxation
- Ordinance 2023-1: Bond ordinance appropriating $6,400,000 for various capital improvements
- Resolution 2023-257: Contract for homeless social services with Catholic Charities ($104,950 total)
- Resolution 2023-259: Purchase of a 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 SSV for Weights & Measures ($38,168.45)
- Resolution 2023-272: Contract for shelf-stable meals for Office on Aging and Disabled (not to exceed $21,750)
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2023 County Budget and a $6.4M bond ordinance for capital improvements. They also introduced a new hospital fee program ordinance and approved several service contracts and equipment purchases.
- Adopted 2023 County Budget authorizing $103,700,000 to be raised by taxation (7-0)
- Adopted Bond Ordinance 2023-1 appropriating $6,400,000 for capital improvements (7-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 2023-2 to establish the NJ County Option Hospital Fee Program (7-0)
- Awarded $104,950 contract to Catholic Charities Diocese of Camden for homeless social services (7-0)
- Approved $38,168.45 purchase of a 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 for Division of Weights & Measures (7-0)
- Approved $33,311.05 for CommVault Systems maintenance renewal for IT Department (7-0)
- Approved $29,271.17 for access control software and hardware at the County Clerk's Office (7-0)
- Approved addendum to collective negotiations agreement with UAW Local 2327 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review March expense reports and consider several resolutions. These include the adoption of the 2023 budget, grant amendments, and contract awards.
- Adoption of 2023 Budget
- Awarding FindHelp Contract
- Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic Medical Provider resolution
- Approval of two temporary part-time REHS positions
- CEHA Grant and Special Child Health Grant items
The Board approved a $1,199,404 grant from NJACCHO to enhance local public health infrastructure. It also authorized a $3,000 settlement for an OPRA-related legal case and appointed a new Custodian of Records.
- Approved $1,199,404 NJACCHO grant for public health infrastructure (Resolution 03/2023-03)
- Approved $3,000 settlement for Crystal Brown OPRA case (Resolution 03/2023-04)
- Appointed Megan Sheppard as Custodian of Records (Resolution 03/2023-02)
- Approved release of septic design plans for 2235 South Second Street pending legal action (Resolution 03/2023-01)
- Approved February expense report totaling $222,261
- Approved February 15th meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners met to review several resolutions, including a permit fee for bridge replacement and a purchase for law enforcement accessories. The session also included a formal recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week.
- Resolution 2023-251: Authorizing a $23,000.00 permit fee to the NJ DEP to replace Bridge 06F0-031 (Rocaps Run)
- Resolution 2022-252: Authorizing a $22,038.80 purchase from Atlantic Tactical of NJ, Inc. for Sheriff's Office uniform accessories
- Resolution 2023-253: Recognizing April 9 through April 15, 2023, as National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week
- Resolution 2023-254: Authorizing the payment of bills
The Board of County Commissioners approved several resolutions including a large payment of bills and funding for bridge and law enforcement equipment. The board also recognized National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week and held an executive session.
- Approved $16,226,002.13 for payment of bills (6-0)
- Approved $23,000 permit fee to NJ DEP to replace Bridge 06F0-031 Rocaps Run (6-0)
- Approved $22,038.80 for Sheriff's Office uniform accessories from Atlantic Tactical of NJ, Inc. (6-0)
- Recognized April 9-15, 2023, as National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week (6-0)
- Approved holding an executive session for real property, litigation, and employment matters (6-0)
Economic Development Board
The board will receive updates on the Northeast Precast expansion and various county projects. Presentations include a workforce development reorganization and the Vineland Chamber Hispanic Business Initiative.
- Northeast Precast ongoing expansion update
- Ardagh Glass Packaging business highlight
- Workforce Development Department reorganization discussion
- Vineland Chamber Hispanic Business Initiative presentation
- County projects update from the Authority
The board approved the minutes from the February 11th meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations regarding the Vineland Hispanic Business Alliance, Northeast Precast, Ardagh Glass, and the Workforce Development Division.
- Approved February 11th meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners introduced the 2023 County Budget, which includes a $103.7 million tax levy. The Board also moved on a first reading of a bond ordinance to appropriate $6.4 million for various capital improvements.
- Introduction of 2023 County Budget with a $177,501,943.06 total budget
- Bond Ordinance 2023-1 appropriating $6,400,000 for capital improvements
- Contract award to South State, Inc. for $2,269,782.15 for road programs in Bridgeton and Millville
- Purchase of body armor for Department of Corrections totaling $22,127.60
- Resolution to authorize monthly elevator maintenance at $3,645.00 per month
The Board introduced the Calendar Year 2023 County Budget for public review, with a public hearing scheduled for April 25. The Board also introduced a $6.4M bond ordinance for various capital improvements and approved several professional service contracts and legal expense increases.
- Introduced 2023 County Budget with $177,501,943.06 total appropriations (7-0)
- Introduced Bond Ordinance 2023-1 for $6.4M in capital improvements (7-0)
- Approved $2,269,782.15 road program contract for South State, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved $1,439,500.00 striping program contract for Dan Swayze & Son, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved $237,82 la student transportation contract for B.R. Williams, Inc. (6-1)
- Approved $190,606.00 plumbing repair change order for Northeast Plumbing Services, LLC (7-0)
- Authorized $50,000 increase for legal expenses in Brown, Clark, et al. v. Charles Warren (7-0)
- Authorized $50,000 increase for legal expenses in Todd Ford, Jr. v. Warden Smith (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review February expense reports and consider several resolutions. New business includes the introduction of the 2023 Preliminary BOH Budget and an overview of the NJACCHO Infrastructure Grant.
- 2235 South Second Street Appeal
- Accepting the NJACCHO Grant Funds
- Luers Fee
- Auction of Surplus
- Introduction of 2023 Preliminary BOH Budget
The Board of Health approved a grant of $1,199,404 from NJACCHO to enhance local public health infrastructure. Other key actions included settling an OPRA-related legal case and authorizing the auction of surplus electronics.
- Accepted $1,199,404 NJACCHO grant for public health infrastructure
- Approved $3,000 settlement for Crystal Brown OPRA case
- Appointed Megan Sheppard as Custodian of Records
- Authorized public auction of surplus Dell computers, HP printers, and electronics
- Approved release of septic design plans for 2235 South Second Street pending fee payment
- Approved amendments to the Board By-Laws (Resolution 02/2023-01)
- Approved $17,000 contract for Strategic Billing Enterprise, LLC
- Terminated the position of Executive Director (Resolution 2/2023-03)
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a legal services contract for litigation and authorizing various bill payments. The session also includes provisions for an executive session closed to the public.
- Resolution 2023-181: Awarding a non-fair and open contract to Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP for $100,000.00 regarding CCJ Energy Partners, LLC v. Cumberland County
- Resolution 2023-182: Authorizing payment of bills totaling $8,373,997.44
- Resolution 2023-183: Providing for an executive session closed to the public
The Board of County Commissioners approved a contract for legal representation regarding a lawsuit with CCJ Energy Partners, LLC. The board also authorized over $8.3 million in bill payments and held an executive session to discuss litigation and employment matters.
- Approved $100,000 non-fair and open contract for Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP for CCJ Energy Partners, LLC v. Cumberland County litigation (Unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $8,373,997.44 (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2023-183 to hold an executive session regarding litigation, negotiations, and employment relationships (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions including road program specifications, service contracts, and grant applications. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a Green Acres Grant Application for Jake's Law Playground funding.
- Green Acres Grant Application for Jake's Law Playground funding
- Road specification contract for C.R. 720, Reeves Road ($1,574,801.95)
- Road specification contract for C.R. 640, Friesburg Road & C.R. 649, Mauricetown Bypass ($2,189,380.90)
- Printing of election materials via Royal Printing Service ($641,400.20)
- Extension of the 2023 Temporary Budget and additional appropriations ($28,123,135.11)
The Board approved two major road program contracts totaling over $3.7M and extended the 2023 temporary budget by $28.1M. Other actions included approving a grant application for Jake's Law Playground and awarding a $641,400 contract for election materials printing.
- Approved $2,189,380.90 contract to South State Inc. for 2022 LFIF Road Program (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,574,801.95 contract to South State Inc. for 2020 LFIF Road Program (Unanimous)
- Approved $28,123,135.11 in additional temporary budget appropriations (Unanimous)
- Approved $641,400.20 contract to Royal Printing Service for election materials (Unanimous)
- Approved grant application for $1,236,750.00 for Jake's Law Playground (Unanimous)
- Approved 2.0% salary increase for Division of Social Services rank and file staff (Unanimous)
- Awarded $43,554.08 contract to Life Worth Living for youth anti-gang mentoring (6-0)
- Tabled $142,282.55 purchase of Alamo equipment from Atlantic Tractor (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will consider adopting two resolutions: one accepting revisions to its bylaws, and another regarding professional services for small businesses. The meeting also includes approval of January meeting minutes and expense reports.
- Resolution 02/2023-01: Acceptance of Revision to Cumberland County Board of Health Bylaws
- Resolution 02/2023-02: Board of Health Professional Services SBE
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 18, 2023
- Expense report and payment of bills for January
The Board of Health approved revised bylaws and amended a professional services contract for health insurance billing. The board also appointed its attorney, custodian of funds, and secretary for the 2023 term.
- Adopted revised Board of Health Bylaws and Procedures
- Amended Resolution 1/2023-01 to change Strategic Billing Enterprise, LLC contract from $65,000 to $17,000
- Appointed James E. Schroeder, Esq. as attorney (Jan 1 - Feb 28, 2023)
- Appointed Valerie Ridgeway-Carter as Custodian of Funds (Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2023)
- Appointed Neil Riley as Board Secretary (Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2023)
- Approved Dennis Gaggini Jr. as 2023 Chairperson
- Approved Dr. Kevin Ludwig as 2023 Vice Chairperson
- Approved December expense report and payment of bills
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve a resolution authorizing payment of bills totaling $7,343,732.51 and to consider a resolution for a closed executive session to discuss matters including individual privacy, real property, litigation, and employment. The agenda also includes a review of items for the February 28 meeting and public comment periods.
- Resolution 2023-117 authorizing payment of bills totaling $7,343,732.51
- Resolution 2023-118 providing for a closed executive session under the Open Public Meetings Act
- Executive session topics include individual privacy, real property acquisition, litigation, and employment matters
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the payment of bills totaling $7,343,732.51. The board also voted to enter an executive session to discuss personnel, real property, litigation, and privacy matters.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $7,343,732.51 (Unanimous)
- Approved entering executive session for matters regarding individual privacy, real property, litigation, and employment (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Economic Development Board
The Cumberland County Economic Development Board will hear presentations on the regional economic outlook, USDA Rural Development programming, and renovations to CCTEC's engineering labs. A county projects update and commissioner comments are also scheduled. The meeting is informational with no votes or decisions listed.
- Presentation on regional economic outlook by Joe Rehm, Century Savings
- USDA programming update by State Director Jane Asselta
- CCTEC renovations for new engineering labs, open for visit after meeting
- County projects update by Jerry Velazquez, CEO of the Authority
The board approved the minutes from the December meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations regarding local banking trends, USDA rural assistance programs, CCTEC engineering lab expansions, and infrastructure petitions with ACE.
- Approved December meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a consent agenda of 35 resolutions. These items include awarding contracts for social services, library materials, software support, and equipment purchases, as well as approving shared service agreements and a capital improvement plan. The board will also hear public comment on these resolutions and receive official correspondence, including a letter from Bridgeton City Council opposing a county intersection modification.
- Resolution 2023-55: $30,000 contract for youth services with United Advocacy Group
- Resolution 2023-67: $142,199.30 purchase of two John Deere utility tractors for Public Works
- Resolution 2023-72: $85,614.50 for Motorola emergency management radios
- Resolution 2023-88: Amendment to resolution authorizing assessment of jail replacement options
- Bridgeton City Council resolution opposing county's temporary intersection modification at Shoemaker Lane and Grove Street
The Board approved numerous professional service contracts for legal defense, litigation, and labor counsel. They also authorized the administration team to negotiate temporary housing for detainees as the current contract with Hudson County expires in May 2023.
- Approved $10,000 settlement with Raymond Lamar Brown regarding jail class action (6-0)
- Authorized negotiations for temporary housing of detainees (6-0)
- Approved $142,199.30 purchase of two John Deere utility tractors (6-0)
- Awarded $30,000 contract to United Advocacy Group, Inc. for youth services (6-0)
- Approved $122,400 contract with CSI Technology Group for Prosecutor's Office cloud services (6-0)
- Approved $50,207 contract with Queues Enforth for 9-1-1 and Sheriff's dispatch software (6-0)
- Awarded counsel services for Board of Health to Testa, Heck, Testa & White (4-2)
- Approved $45,000 contract with RSM US, LLP for Social Services software maintenance (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Board of Health
The Board of Health will elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for 2023, approve December 2022 meeting minutes and expense reports, and consider four resolutions including a professional service contract with Strategic Billing Enterprise and extending solicitor services. A revision to the board's bylaws is also on the agenda for discussion.
- Election of chairperson and vice chairperson for 2023
- Resolution 2023-01: Professional Service Contract with Strategic Billing Enterprise
- Resolution 2023-02: Approval of extending Solicitor service for one month
- Resolution 2023-03: Appointing Custodian of Funds
- Resolution 2023-04: Appointing Board Secretary
The Board appointed interim roles for the Secretary, Custodian of Funds, and Solicitor. It also approved a $65,000 contract for insurance billing services and established its 2023 meeting schedule.
- Approved $65,000 professional service contract with Strategic Billing Enterprises
- Appointed James E. Schroeder, Esq. as attorney (Jan 1 – Feb 28, 2023)
- Appointed Valerie Ridgeway-Carter as interim Custodian of Funds (Jan 1 – Feb 28, 2023)
- Appointed Neil Riley as interim Board Secretary (Jan 1 – Feb 28, 2023)
- Designated The Daily Journal and South Jersey Times as 2023 newspapers of record
- Established 2023 monthly meeting schedule
- Approved $12,325 NJDOH grant for Special Child Health Services Case Management
- Approved $10,000 NJDOH grant for private well testing outreach
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to vote on several personnel resolutions, including appointing a new Department Head for Workforce Development and a new Division Head for the Cumberland Area Transit System (CATS), while relieving the previous employees of their duties. The board will also amend a prior resolution to appoint three members to the Cumberland County Vocational School Board of Estimates and consider entering a closed executive session to discuss real estate, litigation, and employment matters.
- Resolution 2023-52 appoints Christy DiLeonardo as Department Head of Workforce Development, relieving predecessor Allison Spinelli.
- Resolution 2023-53 appoints Susan Sauro as Division Head/Project Director of Cumberland Area Transit System (CATS), relieving predecessor Theresa VanSant.
- Resolution 2023-51 relieves James R. Matlock of his duties as Division Head of Weights and Measures and Consumer Affairs.
- Resolution 2023-50 amends a prior appointment to place Director Douglas A. Albrecht, Deputy Director Antonio Romero, and Commissioner Victoria Lods on the Vocational School Board of Estimates.
- Resolution 2023-54 authorizes a closed executive session for discussions on real property, litigation, and employment matters.
The Board of County Commissioners approved several personnel changes, including the appointment of new department heads for Workforce Development and the Cumberland Area Transit System. They also updated the membership of the Vocational School Board of Estimates and entered an executive session.
- Appointed Director Douglas A. Albrecht, Deputy Director Antonio Romero, and Commissioner Victoria Lods to the Vocational School Board of Estimates (4-0)
- Relieved James R. Matlock, Division Head of Office of Weights and Measures and Division of Consumer Affairs, of duties (4-0)
- Appointed Christy DiLeonardo as Department Head of Office of Workforce Development and relieved Allison Spinelli (4-0)
- Appointed Susan Sauro as Division Head of Cumberland Area Transit System (CATS) and relieved Theresa VanSant (4-0)
- Approved entering executive session to discuss real property, litigation, and employment matters (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners - Reorganization Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners held its annual reorganization meeting, electing a Director and Deputy Director for 2023 and appointing commissioners to numerous committees and liaisons. The board also adopted a temporary budget for 2023 and a cash management plan, and set regular meeting dates for the year.
- Adoption of the 2023 Temporary Budget for Cumberland County
- Adoption of the 2023 Cash Management Plan
- Resolution imposing interest on delinquent taxes
- Appointment of Kimberly Codispoti as Clerk to the Board for a three-year term
- Resolution creating a temporary intersection modification at Shoemaker Lane (County Route 706) and Grove Street (County Route 609)
The Board of County Commissioners held its reorganization meeting to elect leadership and appoint members to various committees and boards. The Board approved a temporary budget and several administrative appointments. A temporary road modification to address a failed culvert was also approved.
- Elected Douglas A. Albrecht as Director for 2023
- Elected Antonio Romero as Deputy Director for 2023
- Approved $75,120,481.08 temporary budget (6-0)
- Approved temporary intersection modification at Shoemaker Lane and Grove Street (4-2)
- Appointed Kimberly Codispoti as Clerk to the Board (4-0)
- Appointed Harold Johnson as County Administrator (4-0)
- Appointed Luz Vasquez-Guzman as Deputy County Administrator (4-0)
- Approved student internship agreement with Rowan University (6-0)