Cumberland County public meetings in 2024
47 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to address flawed bid specifications for the Cumberland County ADA Fairgrounds Improvements. The body will decide whether to rescind a previous resolution and re-advertise for bids.
- Resolution 2024-822: Rescinding Resolution 2024-819 and re-advertising bids for Cumberland County ADA Fairgrounds Improvements (Bid #24-53) due to flawed specifications
The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on December 31, 2024, and adopted Resolution 2024-822, which rescinds a prior resolution (2024-819) that had rejected bids for the Cumberland County ADA Fairgrounds Improvements project. The board rejected all bids due to flawed specifications from the architect of record and directed the Director of Purchasing to revise the specifications and re-advertise for bids. The vote was 6-0 with Commissioner Sileo abstaining. A proposed resolution to hold an executive session (2024-823) was abandoned.
- Adopted Resolution 2024-822 rescinding Resolution 2024-819 and re-advertising bids for ADA Fairgrounds Improvements (6-0, Sileo abstained)
- Rejected all bids for Bid #24-53 due to flawed specifications from the Architect of Record
- Directed Director of Purchasing to revise specifications and re-advertise for bids
- Abandoned Resolution 2024-823 to hold an executive session
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will adopt several resolutions, including authorizing a shared service agreement with the New Jersey Department of Health. It will also approve the November expense report and related bill payments, and set leadership appointments for the upcoming year. Public comments will be heard before the meeting adjourns.
- Approval of expense report and payment of bills for November
- Resolution 12/2024-04: Authorize shared service agreement with New Jersey Department of Health
- Resolution 12/2024-01: Designate Board of Health newspapers for 2025
- Resolution 12/2024-02: Set Board of Health meeting dates for 2025
- January reorganization: appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
The Cumberland County Board of Health approved five resolutions, including designating newspapers of record, setting the 2025 meeting schedule, awarding professional services contracts for rabies, TB, STD clinics, and a medical director, and authorizing a shared service agreement with NJDOH for STD testing. The board also authorized applying for a CEHA grant of approximately $149,455. All votes were unanimous. The board entered closed session for litigation/negotiation matters and adjourned.
- Approved minutes from November 17 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved November expense report and bill payments totaling $284,239 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-01 designating The Daily Journal and South Jersey Times as newspapers of record for 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-02 setting 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-03 awarding professional services contracts for 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-04 authorizing shared service agreement with NJDOH for STD testing (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-05 authorizing CEHA grant application up to $282,900 (unanimous)
- Approved entering closed session for litigation/negotiation (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a series of consent agenda resolutions. These include awarding contracts for auditing, medical supplies, and legal services, as well as approving grant applications and equipment purchases.
- Professional auditing services contract for Bowman & Company, LLP ($250,900)
- Title insurance services contract for Nationwide Court Services, Inc. ($1,000,000)
- Miscellaneous medical supplies contract for BVH Marketing, Inc. ($116,483.23)
- Purchase of a Caterpillar mini hydraulic excavator for Department of Public Works ($99,000)
- Acceptance of FY 2024 State Homeland Security Program grant ($133,950.71)
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted all 58 resolutions on the consent agenda, covering contracts, grants, appointments, and shared services. Key personnel actions included appointing Christopher D. Hart as County Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, and Kevin Smaniotto as Interim County Administrator. The board also approved a $200,000 budget transfer and authorized payment of bills totaling $17,141,745.81.
- Appointed Christopher D. Hart as County Treasurer and CFO, waiving residency (unanimous)
- Appointed Kevin Smaniotto as Interim County Administrator for 6 months (unanimous)
- Approved $17.14M in bill payments (unanimous)
- Authorized $200,000 budget transfer for elections, jail salaries, and elevator maintenance (unanimous)
- Approved $4M bond financing consent for Upper Deerfield school project (unanimous)
- Approved Local Road Safety Action Plan with 50% crash reduction goal by 2050 (unanimous)
- Awarded $250,900 auditing contract to Bowman & Company (unanimous)
- Approved $25,000 Code Blue warming shelter agreements with Bridgeton, Millville, and Vineland (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners will consider a $1 million contract for Vesta 911 cloud services and approve various budget amendments and contracts for social services, emergency management, and road repairs.
- Vesta 911 cloud services contract ($1,000,000)
- Maple Avenue road collapse repair ($224,718.37)
- Operation Helping Hand grant budget amendment ($100,000)
- DRCC grant budget amendment ($30,000)
- Emergency Management Agency assistance grant ($55,000)
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
The Cumberland County Agriculture Development Board will meet to discuss the status of farmland preservation projects, including upcoming closings and potential deed violations. The board will also review applications for preliminary review and address inquiries regarding preservation.
- Farmland Preservation Program status update
- Potential Deed Violation- Brock Farm
- Applications for Preliminary Review: Gifford Farm
- Applications for Preliminary Review: Alloway Township
- Right to Farm/ Site-Specific Agriculture Management Practice cases
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will vote on adopting resolutions that cancel existing grant appropriations and accept new funds for a Private Well Outreach Program in 2025. The meeting also includes discussion of professional service agreements for 2025, the upcoming board meeting schedule, and a presentation of the Community Health Improvement Plan and Strategic Plan.
- Cancellation of Grant Appropriations and Grant Account Balances (Resolution 11/2024-01)
- Accepting Funds for Private Well Outreach Program 2025 (Resolution 11/2024-02)
- 2025 Professional Service Agreements
- 2025 Board of Health Meeting Dates
- Community Health Improvement Plan/Strategic Plan presentation
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions including funding for feeding programs and infrastructure upgrades. The body is deciding on contracts for public works, security systems, and park improvements.
- Contracts for soup kitchen services: Spirit & Truth Ministries ($20,000) and Gateway Community Action Partnership ($15,000)
- IP Video System installation at County Fairgrounds via Open Systems Integrators ($59,675.63)
- Budget amendment for Giles Street Park in Bridgeton ($70,000)
- Cab replacement for a Kobelco Mini Excavator via Miletta Bros, Inc. ($23,900)
- Budget amendment for FY 2025 Subregional Planning Work Program ($82,560.00)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that bundles dozens of routine resolutions, including contract renewals, budget amendments, and equipment purchases. Key items include a $2,300,000 amendment for the 2024 Federal Road Program serving Bridgeton and Hopewell, and multiple contract extensions for public works and social services. The meeting also features a presentation of a police re‑accreditation certificate and a public comment period limited to the listed resolutions.
- Resolution 2024-628: Approves $2,300,000 budget amendment for the 2024 Federal Road Program (Bridgeton and Hopewell).
- Resolution 2024-616: Renews traffic signal equipment contracts – $878,043 (Signal Control Products) and $1,054,004.57 (National Highway Products).
- Resolution 2024-614: Renews truck repair services contract for Public Works – $101,339.
- Resolution 2024-637: Purchases two reconfigured ICON brand arches for County Fairgrounds – $162,673.98.
- Resolution 2024-639: Purchases 240 OptiPlex PCs and 120 Dell monitors for Social Services – $361,419.60.
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will consider several resolutions, including the purchase of a county vehicle. It will also approve an expense report for September and adopt a purchase contract with SHI International Corp. Additional items include an audit certification acceptance and authorizing a HIPAA business associate addendum.
- Resolution 10/2024-03: Purchase of County Vehicle
- Resolution 10/2024-01: Purchase of service and equipment from SHI International Corp.
- Resolution 10/2024-05: Authorize Health Officer to execute HIPAA Business Associate Addendum with Unite Us
- Approval of September expense report and payment of bills
- Acceptance of the 2023 audit certification
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
The Cumberland County Agriculture Development Board will discuss a status update on the Farmland Preservation Program, including upcoming farm closings. It will consider right‑to‑farm matters and a potential deed violation at Brock Farm. The board will review preliminary applications for two farms totaling about 47 acres. Additional items include a wildlife fencing cost‑share program and changes to upcoming meeting dates.
- Farmland Preservation Program status update; upcoming closings: Estate of Franceschini, S.F. Systems (2) Lot 7, S.F. Systems (4) Lot 1
- Right‑to‑Farm case: Carlos v Muzzarelli Farms, JSI Farms & Scarpa
- Preliminary review applications: Cox/Blizzard Farm (≈19 acres) and Baitinger Farm (≈27.9 acres) in Stow Creek Township
- Wildlife fencing cost‑share program through NJDA
- November meeting date change and joint meeting with Economic Development Board in December
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions, including financing for City of Bridgeton capital improvements and a contract for meeting video services. The body is also considering the sale of surplus vehicles and two board appointments.
- Consent to financing not to exceed $3,000,000 for City of Bridgeton fire station improvements via the Cumberland County Improvement Authority
- Contract award to Quinn Broadcasting, Inc. for video recording services of Commissioner meetings ($49,200)
- Sale of surplus 2004 Ford F250 ($200) and 1998 Ford Crown Victoria ($100) to Fairfield Township
- Contract extension for Colliers Engineering & Design, Inc. for testing services ($23,949.38)
- Appointment of Kimberly Codispoti to the County Insurance Fund Commission and Ashley Campbell to the Mental Health & Addictions Board
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda featuring multiple professional service contracts, budget amendments for grant programs, and appointments to county commissions. The meeting includes a public comment period specifically for resolutions.
- Contract for independent monitoring of the Department of Corrections with Quality Patient Centered Services, LLC ($520,000)
- Purchase of 20 monitors and 50 Optiplex computers from Dell Marketing LP ($96,283.80)
- Contract for interment services at the County Veterans Cemetery with Brewster Vaults and Monuments, Inc. ($45,397)
- Contract for grave marker excavation and re-installation with Wetlawn Sprinklers ($40,500)
- Increase of $100,000 for legal expenses regarding CCJ Energy Partners, LLC v. Cumberland County
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will approve meeting minutes and the August expense report, adopt a resolution to accept grant funding for special child health services, and discuss old and new business items such as a potential TWA consent and a board photo for the October meeting.
- Approval of Meeting Minutes (Pages 1-10)
- Approval of Expense Report and Payment of Bills (Pages 11-18)
- Adoption of Resolution 09/2024-01: Accepting Grant Funding for Special Child Health Services
- Potential TWA Consent (New Business)
- BOH picture at October 16th Meeting (Old Business)
The Cumberland County Board of Health unanimously approved Resolution 09/2024-01 accepting a $134,613 grant from the NJDOH for Special Child Health Services Case Management for SFY2025. The board also approved the August expense report totaling $200,309 and the minutes from the August 21st meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.
- Approved Resolution 09/2024-01 accepting $134,613 NJDOH grant for Special Child Health Services (unanimous)
- Approved August expense report and bill payments totaling $200,309 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from August 21st meeting (unanimous)
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
The Agriculture Development Board will consider two resolutions granting final approval for the sale of development easements on the Barber Farm (about 41.86 acres) and the Taylor Farm (about 20.02 acres) in Upper Deerfield Township. It will also review a preliminary application for Patitucci Farm (19.26 acres) and discuss updates on farmland preservation and right‑to‑farm cases.
- Resolution 2024-03: Final approval of Barber Farm easement sale, ~41.86 acres, Upper Deerfield Township
- Resolution 2024-04: Final approval of Taylor Farm easement sale, ~20.02 acres, Upper Deerfield Township
- Preliminary review application for Patitucci Farm, ~19.26 acres, Stow Creek Township
- Status update on Farmland Preservation Program closures and upcoming closures
- Discussion of Right‑to‑Farm case: Carlos v Muzzarelli Farms, JSI Farms & Scarpa
The Cumberland County Board of Health approved five resolutions, including designating The Daily Journal and South Jersey Times as official newspapers for 2025, setting the 2025 meeting schedule, and authorizing one-year professional services contracts for rabies, tuberculosis, STD clinics, and medical director services. The board also authorized a shared service agreement with the NJ Department of Health for STD testing and approved a CEHA grant application for environmental health programs. The minutes also include approval of the October expense report and payment of bills.
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-01 designating The Daily Journal and South Jersey Times as official newspapers for 2025
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-02 setting 2025 meeting dates (third Wednesday monthly, except February, July, November)
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-03 authorizing one-year professional services contracts for Lisa A. Mazzochi, Satish K. Mittal, Stacey Smick, and Kimberly Selwood
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-04 authorizing shared service agreement with NJDOH for STD testing services
- Approved Resolution 12/2024-05 authorizing CEHA grant application (approx. $149,455, with match requirement)
- Approved October expense report and payment of bills totaling $254,439
- Approved minutes from October 16 meeting
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions to award contracts for law enforcement uniforms, DPW vehicles, and voter education mailers. The body is also considering board appointments and a grant application for aging services.
- Contract for law enforcement uniforms with United Uniforms LLC for $206,696.00
- Purchase of three 2024 Ford F450 dump trucks with plows from Nielsen Ford of Morristown for $213,207
- Purchase of four 2024 Ford F250 trucks with plows from Nielsen Ford of Morristown for $215,160
- Voter education mailers contract with Royal Printing Service for $47,724 plus estimated $22,800 postage
- Access control devices for Department of Public Works from Safeware, Inc. for $25,780.23
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted a 58-item consent agenda, including the appointment of Christopher D. Hart as County Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, and Kevin Smaniotto as Interim County Administrator. The board also approved numerous contracts, grants, and shared service agreements, including $75,000 total for Code Blue warming shelters in Bridgeton, Millville, and Vineland.
- Appointed Christopher D. Hart as County Treasurer and CFO, waiving residency (unanimous)
- Appointed Kevin Smaniotto as Interim County Administrator for 6 months (unanimous)
- Approved $600K emergency shelter contract with Rural Development Corp (unanimous)
- Approved $250,900 auditing contract with Bowman & Company (unanimous)
- Approved $4.8568/Dth 36-month gas supply contract with NRG (unanimous)
- Approved $25K Code Blue shelter agreements with Bridgeton, Millville, Vineland (unanimous)
- Approved $17.1M in bill payments (unanimous)
- Rejected all bids for ADA Fairgrounds Improvements, re-advertising (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Emergency Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners held an emergency meeting to authorize the session and then exercised its veto power to reject Resolution 2024‑100 of the Cumberland County Improvement Authority. The veto was adopted by the Board and a certified copy will be sent to the Authority within three days. The meeting also included a public comment period limited to the emergency matter.
- Resolution 2024‑521 authorizing the emergency meeting
- Resolution 2024‑522 vetoing Improvement Authority Resolution 2024‑100
- Resolution 2024‑523 providing for an executive session if needed
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners held an emergency meeting on September 6, 2024, and voted 4-0 to veto Resolution 2024-100, which was adopted by the Cumberland County Improvement Authority (CCIA) on August 28, 2024. The veto was exercised under N.J.S.A. 40:20-71.3, citing concerns about CCIA's lack of cooperation and communication. The board also authorized the emergency meeting (Resolution 2024-521) and adjourned without entering executive session (Resolution 2024-523 was abandoned).
- Adopted Resolution 2024-521 authorizing the emergency meeting (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-522 vetoing CCIA Resolution 2024-100 (4-0)
- Abandoned Resolution 2024-523 for executive session
- Adjourned meeting at 8:18 AM (4-0)
Board of Health
The Board of Health is meeting to review July expense reports and adopt three resolutions. These include the acceptance of solid waste enforcement fees and the purchase of a county vehicle.
- Resolution 08/2024-01: Acceptance of Solid Waste Enforcement Fee
- Resolution 08/2024-02: Purchase of County Vehicle
- Resolution 08/2024-03: Memorandum of Agreement with Acenda Inc.
- Review of July expense report
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a $7,227,733 FY 2025 County Aid transportation grant and a series of contracts for youth training, public works supplies, and software services. Several change orders increasing existing contracts for homeless services, park trail assessment, and elevator maintenance will also be considered. The meeting includes a public comment period limited to resolutions.
- Resolution 2024-500: Approve FY 2025 transportation program grant of $7,227,733
- Resolution 2024-471 & 2024-472: Award $187,500 contracts for out‑of‑school youth training programs
- Resolution 2024-473: Award $462,750 contract for washed aggregate to Public Works
- Resolution 2024-478: Approve $37,825 change order for homeless services contract
- Resolution 2024-482: Award $19,500 software support contract for Corrections jail system
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions authorizing contracts and purchases, including a $518,683.81 contract for drainage pipe supplies, emergency HVAC repairs at the courthouse and jail, and several bridge and road repair projects. Additional items include equipment purchases for the prosecutor's office, public works, and the Division of Employment and Training, as well as grant agreements and a road closure for a local festival.
- Resolution 2024-426 – Contract for drainage pipe and materials ($518,683.81)
- Resolution 2024-442 – Emergency HVAC repair at the courthouse ($31,000)
- Resolution 2024-443 – Emergency HVAC repair at the county jail ($253,608.00)
- Resolution 2024-444 – Bridge replacement project on Friesburg Road over Cohansey River ($1,297,284.00)
- Resolution 2024-453 – Temporary closure of County Road 615S for the Puerto Rican Festival
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will review and approve meeting minutes and expense reports, then adopt several resolutions to accept grant funding for public‑health programs and to amend a medical‑director coverage resolution. The board will also hear public comments and handle routine administrative items.
- Approval of meeting minutes (pages 1‑13)
- Review and payment of June expense report (pages 14‑21)
- Resolution 07/2024-01: Accepting grant funding for the Childhood Lead Program
- Resolution 07/2024-02: Accepting grant award from the New Jersey Department of Health
- Resolution 07/2024-04: Amending Resolution 12/2023-03 – Medical Director Coverage
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
The Cumberland County Agriculture Development Board will discuss the SADC formula value with 4Ward Planning and provide updates on the Farmland Preservation Program, including recent and upcoming property closings. The board will review a right‑to‑farm case involving Carlos v. Muzzarelli Farms, JSI Farms, and Scarpa, as well as a potential deed violation at Brock Farm in Upper Deerfield Township. A new resolution in support of Tuckahoe Farms will be considered before adjournment.
- Discussion of SADC Formula Value with 4Ward Planning
- Farmland Preservation Program status update (closings: Kincaid; upcoming: Estate of Franceschini, S.F. Systems Lot 7 and Lot 1)
- Right to Farm case: Carlos v. Muzzarelli Farms, JSI Farms & Scarpa
- Potential deed violation at Brock Farm, Upper Deerfield Township, Block 501 Lots 1.01, 1.02 & 11
- Resolution in support of Tuckahoe Farms
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners met to exercise the Director's veto power regarding a Cumberland County Improvement Authority resolution. The meeting also included a provision for an executive session.
- Veto of Cumberland County Improvement Authority Resolution 2024-075
- $24 million Middle Mile broadband grant implementation
- Synagro project involving over $40 million in private investment
- SIKA US Headquarters groundbreaking rescheduled for July 12
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding contract renewals, budget amendments for grants, and vendor services. Items include funding for ADA improvements at the county fairgrounds and various human services programs.
- Budget amendment of $400,000.00 for ADA Improvements at Cumberland County Fairgrounds
- Change order to G.M. White Electrical Contractor, Inc. for $62,900.00
- Contract award to Peirce Eagle Equipment Co. for $22,480.06 for Vac-Con truck repairs
- Budget amendment of $241,806.18 for the Clean Communities Grant FY2024
- Contract award to Queues Enforth Development, Inc. for $26,861.00 for 911 dispatch software maintenance
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Cumberland County Board of Health will meet to vote on several resolutions, including accepting grant funds for LINCS 2025 and Overdose Fatality Review Teams. The board will also review a research agreement with Rutgers, The State University and Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs.
- Accepting grant funds for LINCS 2025
- Accepting grant funds for Overdose Fatality Review Teams
- Approving research agreement with Rutgers, The State University and Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs
- Accepting reimbursement of tanning inspections
- Presentation by 35th Street Consulting
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
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Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board is reviewing an ordinance to continue a fee program for licensed hospitals in Cumberland County. The meeting also addresses a grant application for sidewalk improvements on Main Road in Vineland.
- Ordinance 2024-4: Continuation of the New Jersey County Option Hospital Fee Program
- Resolution 2024-359: Agreement with NJ Department of Human Services for hospital fees
- Resolution 2024-360: Grant application for sidewalk improvements on Main Road (CR 555) in Vineland
- Resolution 2024-361: Authorization of bill payments
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding grants and contracts. Key items include accepting a $3,000,000 grant for the Community Center Digital Connect and authorizing large-scale construction financing.
- Accepting a $3,000,000 grant award for the Community Center Digital Connect
- Authorizing construction financing notes up to $33,674,200 via NJ Environmental Infrastructure I-Bank
- Approving a $1,500,000 budget amendment for the Local Freight Impact Fund (CR 666 - Bridgeton Avenue)
- Awarding a $131,500 contract for youth internship services in Cape May County
- Authorizing a $30,000 shared service agreement with the City of Bridgeton for the Cohanzick Zoo
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
The Cumberland County Agriculture Development Board will review upcoming farmland preservation closings and a potential deed violation at Brock Farm in Upper Deerfield Township. The meeting also includes updates on soil protection standards and the Farmland Preservation Program.
- Upcoming farmland preservation closings for S.F. Systems, Kincaid, and Estate of Franceschini
- Potential deed violation at Brock Farm, Upper Deerfield Township
- Right to Farm litigation: Carlos v Muzzarelli Farms, JSI Farms & Scarpa
- Review of revised Soil Protection Standards regulations
Board of Health
The Board will review April expenses and approve the appointment of a Board Secretary. Members will also vote on resolutions regarding grant funds and an office space lease with Inspira Bridgeton.
- Lease agreement with Inspira Bridgeton for office space
- Acceptance of Strengthening Local Public Health Capacity Program 2025 grant funds
- Acceptance of Right to Know 2025 grant funds
- Purchase of services and equipment from DELL Marketing L.P.
- Reappointment of Sabrina T. Simpkins and Dr. Michelle Bear to the Board
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners reviewed an ordinance to continue the County Option Hospital Fee Program. The session also included discussions on a $150,000 budget amendment for violence reduction grants and various infrastructure agreements.
- Ordinance 2024-4 regarding the continuation of the County Option Hospital Fee Program
- Resolution 2024-295: $150,000 budget amendment for the ARRIVE Together Grant Program
- Resolution 2024-303: $21,304.83 contract with Royal Printing Service for early voting postcards
- License agreements with Verizon and Atlantic City Electric for the Middle Mile Project
- Lease extension for the County Prosecutor’s Office at 14-16 Commerce Street, Bridgeton
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a bond ordinance to fund sewer improvements in Downe Township through a shared service agreement. The agenda also includes several budget amendments for various grant programs and software renewals. Additionally, the board received notice of a $150,000 allotment for the Money Island project.
- Bond Ordinance 2024-3: $33,674,200 for Downe Township sewer improvements
- Resolution 2024-245: $355,919.54 for Microsoft Office 365 software and support
- Resolution 2024-264: $40,000 settlement for jail class action litigation
- Resolution 2024-254: $75,733 purchase of two Chevrolet Express cargo vans
- $150,000 NJ DOT allotment for Money Island Concept Development project
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the March expense report and approve payments of bills. The agenda includes the adoption of two resolutions and a discussion regarding 2024 Department of Health goals and objectives.
- Shared Service Agreement between Office of Aging & Disabled and Board of Health
- Professional Services for Consultative Services
- Review of March Expense Report
- 2024 Department of Health Goals and Objectives
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
The board will conduct preliminary reviews for farmland preservation at Newkirk Farm and Taylor Farm. Members will also discuss upcoming farmland preservation closings and a potential deed violation at Brock Farm. The agenda includes updates on soil protection standards and the draft 2023 annual report.
- Preliminary review of Newkirk Farm in Hopewell Township (approx. 49 acres)
- Preliminary review of Taylor Farm in Upper Deerfield (approx. 20 acres)
- Upcoming farmland preservation closings for S.F. Systems, Kincaid, and Estate of Franceschini
- Discussion of potential deed violation at Brock Farm in Upper Deerfield Township
- Review of the draft 2023 Annual Report
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to adopt the 2024 county budget and tax resolution. The agenda includes several bond ordinances for capital improvements and sewer projects, as well as various administrative resolutions.
- Resolution 2024-238: Adopting the 2024 County Budget authorizing $103,700,000 to be raised by taxation
- Ordinance 2024-2: Bond ordinance for various capital improvements appropriating $6,400,000
- Ordinance 2024-3: Bond ordinance for Downe Township sewer improvements appropriating $33,674,200
- Resolution 2024-239: Approving the 2024 County Board of Health Budget of $4,217,459
- Resolution 2024-242: Awarding a $26,000 contract for communications tower appraisal services
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several dozen resolutions, including contract renewals for food services at the county jail and equipment maintenance. The meeting includes presentations regarding the county website and Mid-County Park.
- Contract renewal for food management services at Cumberland County Department of Corrections ($1,182,600.00)
- Contract award for emulsified asphalt for Public Works ($65,250.00)
- Renewal of contract for GPS satellite-based offender tracking services ($78,475.00)
- Award of a non-fair and open contract for the Prosecutor's Office Cellebrite Premium System ($33,406.73)
- Contract award for toner cartridges ($265,075.40)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the February expense report and consider several resolutions. These include adopting the 2024 budget and accepting grant funding for childhood lead exposure.
- Resolution 03/2024-01: Accepting additional grant funding for addressing childhood lead exposure
- Resolution 03/2024-02: Approving purchase of XRF Meter Lead Paint Analyzer
- Resolution 03/2024-03: Adoption of 2024 Board of Health Budget
- Resolution 03/2024-04: NJACCHO Grant Extension Amendment for enhancing local public health infrastructure
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
The Board will conduct preliminary reviews for farmland preservation applications in Deerfield and Upper Deerfield. Members will also receive updates on upcoming farmland preservation closings and discuss inquiries into potential preservation in Greenwich, Upper Deerfield, and Hopewell.
- Preliminary review of Barber Farm and Upper Deerfield applications totaling approximately 42 acres
- Updates on upcoming farmland preservation closings for S.F. Systems, Kincaid, and the Estate of Franceschini
- Discussion regarding Right to Farm case: Carlos v Muzzarelli Farms, JSI Farms & Scarpa
- Review of inquiries into potential farmland preservation in Greenwich, Upper Deerfield, and Hopewell
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board is reviewing the 2024 county budget and several ordinances. Items include a bond ordinance for capital improvements and an ordinance to bank excess tax levy capacity.
- Ordinance 2024-1: Approving Cap Bank for the 2024 County Budget
- Ordinance 2024-2: Bond Ordinance for $6,400,000 in capital improvements and $6,080,000 in bonds/notes
- Resolution 2024-171: Introducing the 2024 County Budget with $103,700,000 to be raised by taxation
- Resolution 2024-172: Authorizing the County Sheriff's Office to exceed the 2.0% budget cap
- Resolution 2024-176: Change order for the Rowan Medicine Project increasing cost by $238,764.92
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several consent resolutions including large infrastructure contracts for road programs. The agenda also includes various professional service awards, grant acceptances, and commission appointments.
- Awarding contract to South State Inc. for FY2023 Federal Road Program ($3,767,972.20)
- Awarding contract to South State Inc. for 2023 Local Freight Impact Fund Road Program II CR 650 ($2,368,964.40)
- Awarding contract to Royal Printing Service for election materials ($601,924.85)
- Awarding contract to United Advocacy Group for probation enrichment and transportation ($79,500)
- Awarding contract to Computer Square, Inc. for prosecutor case management services ($129,600.00)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call 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 2024 Board of Health Budget and several proposed resolutions.
- Introduction of 2024 Board of Health Budget
- Resolution to purchase vaccines via National Contract
- Resolution for TB Clinics professional service contract
- Resolution for vaccination services RFP-23-70
- Resolution for Millville Housing Authority office lease renewal
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
The Cumberland County Agriculture Development Board will review upcoming farmland preservation closings and the Halter Farm application. The meeting also includes updates on statewide farmland preservation legislation and soil protection standards.
- Resolution #2024-01: Final approval of the Halter Farm application to sell a development easement
- Upcoming farmland preservation closings for S.F. Systems (Lot 7), S.F. Systems (Lot 1), and Kincaid
- Right to Farm discussion regarding Carlos v Muzzarelli Farms and JSI Farms
- Update on SADC Statewide Farmland Preservation Formula Legislation
- Review of comments regarding Soil Protection Standards
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners reviewed resolutions regarding summer youth employment grants and road resurfacing in Commercial Township. The agenda also included funding for electrical training programs in local school districts.
- $341,000 grant application for the Summer Youth Work Experience Program
- $150,000 additional county contribution to resurface CR 553 Main Street
- $69,850 increase to a plumbing repair contract for the county jail
- Funding agreements for electrical programs at Cumberland Regional and Bridgeton schools
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several dozen resolutions, including contract renewals, grant applications, and professional service awards. These items cover diverse county operations such as public safety, library services, and correctional facilities.
- Next Generation 9-1-1 Grant application for $33,900
- Motorola Solutions contract for 250 Net Motion Licenses ($65,000.00)
- WB Mason Company office supplies contract renewal ($157,037.67)
- Keefe Commissary Network contract renewal for Department of Corrections ($31,965.00 plus 30% concession rate)
- VComm, LLC change order for digital trunked radio system ($84,000.00 increase)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2024 year. The meeting includes the adoption of several resolutions regarding board appointments and a shared service agreement.
- Election of 2024 Chairperson
- Election of 2024 Vice Chairperson
- Resolution 01/2024-01: Appointing Board Solicitor
- Resolution 01/2024-02: Shared Service Agreement for use of the Red Barn at Cumberland County Fairgrounds
- Resolution 01/2024-03: Appointing Board Secretary
Agriculture Development Board - Regular Meeting
The Board will review updates on the Farmland Preservation Program and discuss Right to Farm matters involving Carlos v Muzzarelli Farms and JSI Farms. The agenda includes reviews of SADC rule proposals and correspondence regarding farmland preservation and food processing.
- Farmland Preservation Program upcoming closings: S.F. Systems (2)(Lot 7), S.F. Systems (4)(Lot 1), and Kincaid
- Right to Farm: Carlos v Muzzarelli Farms and JSI Farms
- SADC Notice of Rule Proposal for Agricultural Management Practices
- SADC Notice of Rule Proposal for Agricultural Mediation Program
- Draft NJPDES-DGW Permit for Farming Operations
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of Commissioners reviewed resolutions to extend a social services contract through March 31, 2024. The agenda also included personnel appointments and the transfer of a retired narcotics detection dog.
- Three-month extension for United Advocacy Group social services contract at no additional cost
- Transfer of retired narcotics detection K-9 'Eve' to Officer Jorge Tucker for $1.00
- Appointment of Carlos Andujar, Jr., Esq. as Assistant County Counsel
- Appointment of Joseph Sileo and Douglas A. Albrecht to the Planning Board
- Amendment to the regular monthly meeting schedule
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners - Reorganization Meeting
The meeting agenda includes the reorganization of the Board of County Commissioners, featuring the swearing-in of newly elected officials. The session also proposes the adoption of the 2024 temporary budget and various committee liaison assignments.
- Adoption of the 2024 Temporary Budget
- $54,507.41 contract for county website technical management and refresh
- Appointment of commissioners as liaisons to various boards, including the Board of Health
- Certification of election for Surrogate Rudolph Luisi and Sheriff Michael Donato