Gloucester County public meetings in 2022

Land Development Review & Approval Committee

This is a compilation of weekly action reports from the Gloucester County Land Development Review Committee for meetings held between April and December 2022. The committee reviewed numerous applications for residential, commercial, and industrial developments, approving some and denying others. Many large industrial projects, particularly in Woolwich and Logan townships, were denied, while several residential subdivisions and commercial projects were approved.

• Denied 1,900,000 sf industrial project by WH Development, Inc. (HA-0187Sp/WO-0115Sp)
• Denied 1,041,864 sf industrial project by Georgetown Advisors, LLC (DE-0518ASp)
• Approved 273-unit residential project by DR Horton (DE-0527Sp) on 9-Nov-22
• Approved 45-lot residential project by RIC Aura, LLC (GL-0286B) on 6-Dec-22
• Denied 250-lot residential project by Blaze Mill Development Group (MO-1296) on 2-Aug-22

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider several resolutions, including 2022 budget transfers, a water quality plan amendment, contracts for building materials, engineering services, and emergency equipment, a stormwater project change order, and acceptance of a grant for an archeology project. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Resolution authorizing 2022 budget transfers
• Consent to Water Quality Management Plan amendment for Jaindl West Deptford Crown Point Road aka Lovett Industrial aka West Deptford Logistic Center
• Contract with U.S. Lumber, Inc. for $31,957.40 for building materials for a lean-to at Swedesboro Yard
• Amendment to Remington & Vernick Engineers contract for $25,768.32, new total $94,210.79 for Cross Keys By-Pass resurfacing
• Change order No. 3 with A.P. Construction for $111,582.31, new total $1,706,730.27 for stormwater replacement project

The Board of County Commissioners approved 2022 budget transfers and multiple resolutions for public works, safety, and government services. The board also accepted grant funds for an archaeology project at Red Bank Battlefield Park.

• Approved Resolution 54213 authorizing 2022 budget transfers
• Approved Resolution 54214 consenting to Water Quality Management Plan amendment for Jaindl West Deptford Crown Point Road
• Approved Resolution 54215 contract with U.S. Lumber, Inc. for $31,957.40
• Approved Resolution 54216 contract amendment with Remington & Vernick Engineers, Inc.
• Approved Resolution 54217 change order no. 3 for A.P. Construction, Inc. (2021 Stormwater Replacement Project)
• Approved Resolution 54218 purchase from Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for $24,941.00
• Approved Resolution 54219 acceptance of $15,000.00 grant for Red Bank Battlefield Park Archeology Project
• Approved Resolution 54220 purchase from Safco Products Company c/o Bellia Office Furniture for $44,304.60

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance authorizing the county to guarantee up to $13.5 million in bonds for the design and construction of a new solid waste landfill cell (Cell 16) at the county's Solid Waste Complex. The board will also consider a related resolution consenting to the bond issuance. Other agenda items include budget insertions, contracts, and grant applications.

• Public hearing on ordinance to guarantee $13.5M in Solid Waste Revenue Bonds for Landfill Expansion Project – Cell 16
• Resolution authorizing insertion of $2.5M for Route 322 and Fries Mill Road intersection improvements in Monroe Township
• Resolution authorizing $4,116,025.20 contract with South State, Inc. for resurfacing Swedesboro Road/Mullica Hill Road (US Rt 322/CR 536) in Harrison Township
• Resolution authorizing $1,987,448.86 application for FY2023 Next Generation 9-1-1 PSAP Grant
• Resolution rescinding contract with Genasys, Inc. and awarding to Everbridge, Inc. for mass notification system

The Board adopted an ordinance and resolution to guarantee and issue revenue bonds for the construction of landfill cell 16. The Board also approved several departmental contracts, grant applications, and the December 2022 bill lists.

• Adopted ordinance to guarantee up to $13.5M for Landfill Expansion Project – Cell 16
• Approved Resolution 54192 to issue Solid Waste Revenue Bonds for landfill cell 16
• Approved $4,116,025.20 contract with South State, Inc.
• Approved $250,000 contract increase for CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP (total not to exceed $775,000)
• Approved $100,000 contract with Joseph A. DeLuca Advisory & Consulting Services, LLC
• Approved $1,987,448.86 grant application for Next Generation 9-1-1 PSAP
• Denied motion to reduce Westville Fire District No. 1 boat purchase price from $5,000 to $1.00
• Scheduled annual reorganization meeting for January 6, 2023

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Gloucester County Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss transit operations and priorities, including a SCDRTAP/5311 grant application, the NVRA process, and regional transit issues such as the Pureland Shuttle Collaborative. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and a public portion, but no specific decisions or votes are listed.

• SCDRTAP/5311 Grant application discussion
• NVRA Process update
• Pureland Shuttle Collaborative regional transit issue
• Approval of September 8, 2022 minutes

The committee approved the October 13, 2022 minutes. The county is transitioning daily demand response transportation services to a shared services agreement with SJTA due to driver retirements. Gloucester County DTS remains the designated transportation authority.

• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes
• Transitioned daily transportation services to SJTA via shared services agreement
• Approved 3pm time slot for in-person meetings in the big conference room

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve resolutions including contracts, grants, and agreements. Key items include a $9.87 million contract for extending Mantua Blvd for the Rowan University Fossil Park, federal aid agreements for road and bridge projects, and acceptance of grants for senior services and juvenile justice. The agenda also includes proclamations and routine administrative items.

• Contract with R.E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc. for $9,865,670.53 to extend Mantua Blvd (CR 676) for Rowan University Fossil Park
• Federal aid agreement for $7,210,672.00 for Swedesboro Road/Mullica Hill Rd resurfacing and safety improvements
• Federal aid agreement for $364,997.03 for Cooper Street Bridge replacement over Almonesson Creek
• Acceptance of $2,152,794.00 in 2023 Area Plan Contract funds for senior services
• Shared services agreement with Salem County for a joint Office of County Medical Examiner

The Board of County Commissioners approved multiple resolutions including a large construction contract and federal aid agreements for transportation. They also authorized a shared services agreement with Salem County for a medical examiner's office and accepted various state grants for human services and juvenile justice.

• Approved $9,865,670.53 contract with R.E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc. (Res 54176)
• Approved $7,210,672.00 federal aid reimbursement agreement with NJ Dept of Transportation (Res 54174)
• Approved $2,152,794.00 for 2023 calendar year funding from NJ Dept of Human Services (Res 54181)
• Approved shared services agreement with Salem County for County Medical Examiner (Res 54187)
• Approved $120,000.00 Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative Innovations Grant (Res 54182)
• Approved natural gas service contracts with UGI Energy Services and Direct Energy Business Marketing, LLC not to exceed $250,000.00 each (Res 54186)
• Approved contract with Independent Animal Care Services, LLC for animal shelter services (Res 54172)
• Approved $30,000.00 in purchases from Crime Point, Inc. (Res 54185)

Pollution Control Financing Authority

The Pollution Control Financing Authority of Gloucester County is holding a routine meeting to elect officers for 2022, approve meeting minutes and a financial report, and adopt resolutions. The agenda includes appointing a solicitor and auditor, and setting the 2022 meeting schedule. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary-Treasurer for 2022
• Review and action on meeting minutes from January 31, 2022 and March 25, 2022
• Review and action on Financial Report/Bill List #01-2022
• Resolution #01-2022 approving 2022 meeting schedule
• Appointment of Eric Campo, Esquire as Solicitor and Ball, Buckley & Seher as auditor

The Authority elected its Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary-Treasurer for 2022. The board also appointed Eric Campo, Esquire as Solicitor and Ball, Buckley & Seher as auditor. Financial Report/Bill List #01-2022 was approved.

• Elected Chairman (5-0)
• Elected Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Elected Secretary-Treasurer (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 31 and March 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Appointed Eric Campo, Esquire as Solicitor (5-0)
• Appointed Ball, Buckley & Seher as auditor (5-0)
• Approved Financial Report/Bill List #01-2022 (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve resolutions including budget insertions, contracts, and grant applications. Key items include a $6.77 million contract for intersection improvements at State Route 322 and Fries Mill Road, and acceptance of $7.58 million in state aid for road projects. The agenda also includes proclamations and routine approvals.

• Contract with R.E. Pierson Construction Co. for $6,768,850.22 for Route 322/Fries Mill Road intersection improvements
• Grant application for FY2023 State Aid to Counties for $7,576,535.00
• Budget insertion of $2,153,826 for American Rescue Plan Home Investment Partnership
• Budget insertion of $2,535,774 for Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Contract with JPC Group for snow removal up to $300,000 per year

The Board of County Commissioners approved several high-value contracts for engineering and construction, including a $6.7M agreement with R.E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc. They also authorized grant applications for state aid and bridge funding. Additional approvals included budget revenue insertions and services for the homeless.

• Approved $6,768,850.22 contract with R.E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc.
• Authorized $7,576,535.00 grant application for FY2023 State Aid to Counties
• Approved $300,000 per year contract with JPC Group, Inc. (Nov 2022-Nov 2024)
• Approved $150,000 per year contract with U.S. Lumber, Inc. (Nov 2022-Nov 2023)
• Authorized $418,839.00 grant application for FY2023 Social Services for the Homeless
• Approved three contracts with Remington & Vernick Engineers, Inc. totaling $305,704.21
• Authorized Sheriff’s Office participation in the LESO 1033 program for DoD equipment
• Approved insertion of special revenue items into the 2022 County Budget

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Gloucester County Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from sub-committees and staff. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2022 meeting
• Public comment period
• Sub-committee reports (Allocations, Appeals, CEAS, COMA, Monitoring, Nominating)
• Reports from Child Care and American Job Center committees
• Next meeting scheduled for December 14, 2022

The Human Services Advisory Council approved the nomination of three returning members and one new member for the next term. The council also decided to cancel its December meeting.

• Approved nominations for 2023-2025 term for Jennifer Plews, Kimberly Gober, Luanne Hughes, and Cameron Baker
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Decided not to hold December meeting

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC) is holding its regular monthly meeting to discuss and coordinate services for children with behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and substance use challenges. The agenda includes reports from state representatives, standing agenda items on partnerships and specific service areas, and old business regarding a chairperson vacancy. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for information exchange and coordination.

• Approval of October 12, 2022 minutes
• Reports from Children's System of Care, CMO, FSO, Mobile Response, and DCF Regional Practice Specialist
• Discussion of Partnership for Success, Educational Partnership, and Juvenile Justice/Youth Services Commission
• Chairperson vacancy under old business
• 2023 membership discussion

The council approved the minutes from the October 12, 2022 meeting. Members received reports on youth service volumes, mobile response trends, and upcoming educational workshops. A request for proposals (RFP) was issued for a tri-county before and after school childcare program.

• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes
• Issued RFP for before and after school childcare program using $67,788 in community resource development funds

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners will consider an ordinance authorizing a $13.5 million guaranty for solid waste revenue bonds to fund the design and construction of a new landfill cell (Cell 16). The board will also vote on several resolutions, including contracts for road resurfacing, rock salt supply, and acceptance of federal rental assistance funds. A public hearing on the ordinance is scheduled for December 21, 2022.

• Ordinance authorizing $13.5M guaranty for landfill expansion bonds (Cell 16)
• Contract with Riverside Construction Materials for rock salt up to $1.5M
• Contract with R.E. Pierson for Woodbury-Glassboro Road resurfacing ($1,261,218.20)
• Contract with R.E. Pierson for Clems Run Road resurfacing ($989,746.57)
• Acceptance of $8,452,580.20 in federal Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA2) funds

The Board introduced an ordinance to guarantee bonds for the construction of landfill cell 16. They also approved multiple resolutions for county contracts, budget transfers, and grant applications across various departments.

• Introduced ordinance to guarantee up to $13.5M for Landfill Expansion Project – Cell 16
• Approved contract with Riverside Construction Materials, Inc. not to exceed $1.5M
• Approved contract with R.E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc. for $1,261,218.20
• Approved contract with R.E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc. for $989,746.57
• Approved application for $5M Emergency Preparedness and Fire Academy 2023 grant
• Approved contract with CME Associates not to exceed $370,000
• Approved 2022 budget transfers and insertion of special revenue items
• Approved certification of the 2021 annual audit

WDB - Full Workforce Development Board Committee

This meeting of the Gloucester County Workforce Development Board has no published agenda. The agenda text indicates that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes instead.

• No agenda available for this meeting

The Workforce Development Board accepted a Memorandum of Understanding to merge with RCSJ. The board also approved updated conflict of interest and complaint procedure policies.

• Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes
• Accepted MOU to merge WDB into RCSJ
• Adopted Policy #13 Conflict of Interest & Code of Conduct
• Adopted Policy #14 NJDOL-One Stop Complaint Procedures

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council discussed the potential sunset of state funding for school-based youth services programs by June 2023, which currently serve about 450 students annually at GCIT. The council approved September meeting minutes, accepted a monitoring report, and supported the Toys for Tots drive. No formal decisions were made on the funding issue.

• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes
• Accepted monitoring report for Social Services for Homeless grant contracts
• Supported Toys for Tots drive with collection boxes in county buildings

WDB - Community Needs Assessment Committee

This meeting of the Gloucester County WDB Community Needs Assessment Committee has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Community Needs Assessment Committee met on October 20, 2022, and received reports from partner agencies. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes and adjourning.

• Approved minutes from the April 21, 2022 meeting
• Heard RCSJ report on increased ESL enrollment and new IXL Learning online platform
• Heard WLL report on 4 clients served with 2 completions
• Heard update on new re-entry specialist at AJC
• Heard MASCEC report on Jobs grant placing 130 people and new Pathway Home 3 grant
• Heard DVRS report on 377 new cases, 106 successful closures, and 225 IPEs developed
• Heard Abilities Solutions report on approval for pre-employment and transition services
• Motion to adjourn approved

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve a series of resolutions, including contracts for traffic signal parts, engineering services, and various county supplies. The board will also consider a budget adjustment and recognize the Housing Authority's 50th anniversary.

• Contract with Signal Control Products for traffic signal parts, not to exceed $1,282,727.50
• Amendment to Pennoni Associates contract for bridge and dam work, increasing by $6,000
• Contract with Audio Directions for hearing induction loops, $55,275
• Contract with Rapiscan Systems for a screening system, $85,000
• Budget insertion of $4,700 for WIC fringe benefits

The Board of County Commissioners approved a series of resolutions authorizing contracts and budget adjustments, including a $1.28 million traffic signal contract with Signal Control Products, LLC, and extensions for food services and other vendors. All resolutions passed with unanimous votes, though some commissioners were absent. The meeting also included public comments on various local issues.

• Approved $1,282,727.50 contract with Signal Control Products, LLC for traffic signal services (unanimous)
• Approved extension of contract with TVS, Inc. t/a Tristate Food and Beverage Services through October 10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $55,275 contract with Audio Directions, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $105,600 per year extension with Center for Family Services, Inc. through September 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 equipment purchase from Axon Enterprise, Inc. via state contract (unanimous)
• Approved $85,000 purchase contract with Rapiscan Systems, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 floor tile/carpeting services contract with Commercial Interiors Direct, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $160,000 per year contract with National Medical Services, Inc. d/b/a NMS Labs through October 6, 2024 (unanimous)

WDB - Executive & One Stop Operations Committee

The committee voted to accept a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) to formalize and strengthen their partnership for regional and local workforce planning, including grant and training opportunities. The MOU will be presented to the full WDB membership on November 2, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included reports on grants, community events, and AJC outreach efforts.

• Approved MOU-WDB/RCSJ Partnership Agreement (motion carried, will go to full board Nov. 2)
• Approved minutes from July 20, 2022 meeting (motion by Girone, seconded by Hart)

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Gloucester County Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC) is meeting via Zoom to discuss and update on 2022 priorities, including the SCDRTAP/5311 grant application, NVRA process, and regional collaborative efforts. They will also cover statewide issues and regional transit topics such as the Pureland Shuttle Collaborative. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• SCDRTAP/5311 Grant application discussion
• NVRA Process update
• Regional Collaborative update
• Pureland Shuttle Collaborative discussion
• Expo on 9/13 in Edison

WDB - Marketing & Business Outreach Committee

The Marketing & Business Outreach Committee approved the August 11, 2022 minutes and discussed upcoming story ideas for the newsletter focusing on healthcare, disability, re-entry, and mega job fairs. Members also planned a brainstorming session for a 2023 community outreach plan, with a first Zoom meeting tentatively set for November 10. No formal votes on new initiatives were taken.

• Approved August 11, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by A. Thompson, seconded by T. Bianco)
• Agreed to form an ad hoc committee for a 2023 outreach marketing plan (to be an agenda item at Executive Committee)
• Tentatively scheduled first Zoom meeting for November 10 to begin outreach planning
• Discussed newsletter content and a draft client survey (no formal vote taken)

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC) will meet via Zoom to discuss and coordinate services for children with behavioral health, developmental, and substance use challenges. The agenda includes a presentation on Functional Family Therapy, reports from state and county representatives, and updates on standing items like juvenile justice and youth participation. The meeting is largely routine coordination, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Presentation on Functional Family Therapy by Courtney Louis, Program Director, Acenda
• Approval of August 10, 2022 minutes
• Reports from Children's System of Care, CMO, FSO, Mobile Response, and DCF
• Discussion of chairperson vacancy
• Update on School Based Youth Services and NJ4S

The Gloucester County Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC) met on October 12, 2022, and discussed the planned closure of School Based Youth Services Programs (SBYS) statewide, to be replaced by the NJ4S hub-and-spoke model. Members expressed concerns about the rapid timeline, lack of stakeholder input, and potential negative impact on youth mental health services. No formal decisions were made on this issue; the meeting primarily consisted of reports and discussion.

• Approved minutes from August 10, 2022 meeting (motion by Tracy Mauriello, second by James Sampson)
• Discussed but took no action on SBYS program closure and NJ4S replacement
• Rescheduled November 9 meeting to November 16 at 10am

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions at its October 5, 2022 meeting, including accepting grant funds, awarding contracts, and approving budget insertions. Key items include additional funding for the Port of Paulsboro dredging project, a contract for road improvements, and grants for homeland security and other programs. The meeting also includes proclamations and routine administrative items.

• Accept $3,983,000 modification for Port of Paulsboro Dredging Project (total $14,983,000)
• Award $1,192,200 contract to South State, Inc. for ADA ramp, sidewalk, driveway, and curbing improvements
• Accept $176,650.88 Homeland Security Grant for equipment like license plate readers and hazmat gear
• Award $1,762,862.74 federal aid agreement for resurfacing Hurffville-Cross Keys Road
• Purchase electronic signage for Scotland Run, James G. Atkinson, and Red Bank Battlefield parks for $259,845

The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including a $3.98 million funding agreement for the Port of Paulsboro dredging project and a $1.19 million contract with South State, Inc. for completion. Other approvals included contracts for election equipment, pet supplies, and public safety grants. The meeting also featured public comments on the K-9 Ember incident and light rail quiet zone issues.

• Approved $3,983,000 funding agreement for Port of Paulsboro dredging (unanimous)
• Approved $1,192,200 contract with South State, Inc. for project completion (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 contract with Election Systems & Software for election equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $61,000 contract with English Creek Supply for pet supplies (unanimous)
• Approved $176,650.88 homeland security grant acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved $259,845 for electronic signage for county parks (unanimous)
• Approved $450,000 grant application for automated license plate readers (unanimous)
• Approved $171,397 grant for sexual assault response team program (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve several contracts and purchases, including a $2.99 million county-wide drainage and stormwater management project and a $1.17 million roadway safety project. They will also consider land acquisition for emergency response, a mass notification system contract, and grant applications for youth services and senior transportation. The agenda includes proclamations and routine approvals.

• Contract with South State, Inc. for $2,994,012.00 for LTPF-2022 County-wide Drainage & Stormwater Management Project
• Contract with Zone Striping, Inc. for $1,173,333.77 for 2022 County-wide State Aid Roadway Safety Project
• Acquisition of property in Harrison Township (Block 57, Lot 18) for $79,123.15 for Department of Emergency Response
• Contract with Genasys, Inc. for mass notification system at $42,500.00 per year (Oct 2022-Dec 2024)
• Purchase of development rights easement on 15.285 acres in Elk Township for $187,241.25

The Board of County Commissioners approved multiple contracts, including a $2,994,012 road contract with South State, Inc. and a $1,173,333.77 striping contract with Zone Striping, Inc. Other approvals included a $1,407,640.88 purchase from Core BTS, Inc. and a $187,241.25 farmland easement purchase. The meeting also featured public comments on the K-9 Ember incident and the GCL project.

• Approved $2,994,012 road contract with South State, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $1,173,333.77 striping contract with Zone Striping, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $1,407,640.88 purchase from Core BTS, Inc. via state contract (unanimous)
• Approved $187,241.25 farmland easement purchase from Edward and Susan Eivich (unanimous)
• Approved $149,962.37 contract with Pennoni Associates, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $79,123.15 land acquisition in Harrison Township (unanimous)
• Approved $705,876 in youth services grant applications (unanimous)
• Approved $951,252 in senior/disabled transportation grants (unanimous)

WDB - Youth Development Council Committee

This meeting of the Gloucester County WDB Youth Development Council Committee has no published agenda. The agenda text indicates that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes instead.

The meeting covered updates on student enrollment, recruitment, and graduates, as well as operational improvements at the Youth Education & Career Center. Discussions included virtual learning changes, industry credential opportunities, and outreach efforts. No formal decisions were made beyond approving previous minutes and adjourning.

• Approved minutes from May 18, 2022 meeting
• Adjourned meeting at unspecified time

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Gloucester County Human Services Advisory Council is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of prior minutes, public comment, and reports from sub-committees and staff. No specific decisions, dollar amounts, or action items are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 16, 2022 meeting
• Sub-committee reports on Allocations, Appeals, CEAS, COMA, and Monitoring
• Reports from Child Care and American Job Center committees
• DHS staff report on by-laws
• Public comment periods scheduled twice

The Human Services Advisory Council approved revised bylaws that update references from freeholders to commissioners, make the COMA subcommittee a joint committee with CIACC, and allow virtual meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; subcommittee reports were informational only.

• Approved June 2022 meeting minutes (abstention: Ingres Simpson)
• Approved revised bylaws (all in favor)

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Gloucester County Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting via Zoom to approve prior minutes, elect a new vice-chairperson, and discuss operational priorities, including a site visit, a SCUCS incident, vehicle retirements, and the Pureland Shuttle Collaborative. The agenda is largely routine, with no major funding decisions or ordinances listed.

• Election of new Vice-Chairperson
• Discussion of 2022 priorities including site visit, SCUCS incident, and vehicle retirements
• COST/Statewide issues: Expo on 9/13 in Edison
• Regional Transit: Pureland Shuttle Collaborative

The committee approved the June 9, 2022 minutes and elected Robert Dazlich as vice chair. Members discussed a serious incident where a vocational workshop driver left a non-verbal passenger on a bus, which is under investigation with the driver suspended pending termination. They also reviewed vehicle retirements, ridership statistics, and the Pureland East West Shuttle service.

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a series of resolutions, including budget adjustments, contracts, and agreements. Key items include accepting a $1.99 million HUD grant for housing and community development, purchasing four ambulances for $1.09 million, and approving a 10-year shared services agreement for the county's spay and neuter clinic. The agenda also includes several contract awards and amendments for various county services.

• Insert $1,989,675 HUD CDBG/HOME grant into 2022 budget
• Award $1,089,600 contract to Excellance, Inc. for four Type III ambulances
• Approve 10-year shared services agreement with Rowan College/University for Spay & Neuter Clinic
• Authorize $474,750 contract to J. Fletcher Creamer & Son for parking lot striping and guide rail maintenance
• Purchase development rights easement for 7.798 acres in East Greenwich for $85,972.95

The Board approved a 10-year shared services agreement with Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester County and Rowan University to oversee and operate the Gloucester County Spay & Neuter Clinic from September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2032. The board also approved numerous other resolutions including contracts, budget insertions, and grants. Public comment included discussion of the K-9 Ember investigation and the Glassboro-Camden Line (GCL) project.

• Approved shared services agreement for spay/neuter clinic with Rowan College and Rowan University for 10 years (Resolution 54027)
• Approved $474,750 contract with J. Fletcher Creamer & Son for a project (Resolution 54030)
• Approved $1,089,600 contract with Excellance, Inc. (Resolution 54038)
• Approved $685,000 contract with Acenda, Inc. for health services (Resolution 54043)
• Approved $85,972.95 purchase of development rights easement for farm property (Resolution 54047)
• Approved amendment to accept additional $1,000,000 into Open Space Plan grant program (Resolution 54048)
• Approved $38,865 contract with Election Systems & Software for election services (Resolution 54051)
• Approved emergency contract with Common Cents EMS Supply for $22,251.60 (Resolution 54039)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve resolutions including contracts, budget insertions, and agreements. Key items include funding for two affordable housing units, a developer agreement for a road intersection project, and several contracts for county services.

• Two agreements with Habitat for Humanity for $90,000 each to build homes at 48 W. Howard St, Clayton and 308 Cleveland Ave, Glassboro
• Developer agreement with NJ DOT for Route 322 and Fries Mill Road intersection in Monroe Township
• Budget insertions: $145,797 for Clean Communities, $300,000 for Medication Assisted Treatment, $100,119 for SNAP pandemic funding
• Contract with Constellation New Energy for electric supply to Justice Complex, up to $700,000
• Amendments to Code Blue emergency shelter contracts with Primrose Motel (+$2,000) and Mayfair Motel (+$19,000)

The Board of County Commissioners approved a series of resolutions including agreements with Habitat for Humanity to build two homes in Clayton and Glassboro for $90,000 each, a $700,000 energy contract with Constellation New Energy, and various shared services and grant agreements. The meeting also included public comments on a gas leak incident and a discussion about a K-9 officer incident that was deferred to the County Prosecutor's office.

• Approved two agreements with Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity CHDO, Inc. to construct two single-family homes in Clayton and Glassboro for $90,000 each (unanimous)
• Approved a contract with Constellation New Energy, Inc. from September 2022 to September 2023 for up to $700,000 (unanimous)
• Approved a shared services agreement with Gloucester County Special Services School District for a Project Search instructor for up to $38,000 (unanimous)
• Approved a shared services agreement with Gloucester County Improvement Authority for Clean Communities Grant activities and fund transfer of $145,797.38 (unanimous)
• Approved an application for state funding to offset the County Mental Health Administrator's salary for $12,000 (unanimous)
• Approved an Overdose Fatality Review Teams (OFRT) grant from the NJ Department of Health for $75,000 (unanimous)
• Approved a contract with Storage Engine, Inc. for $30,981 (unanimous)
• Approved a contract with Witmer Public Safety Group, Inc. for $20,380 (unanimous)

WDB - Marketing & Business Outreach Committee

The Marketing & Business Outreach Committee discussed newsletter stories, marketing strategies for job fairs, and planned a client survey. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and focused on planning.

• Discussed newsletter story ideas including healthcare, disability, and fall MEGA job fairs
• Explored TikTok and county video use for job fair promotion
• Agreed to develop a client survey with marketing questions, targeting September distribution
• Scheduled next meeting for October 13, 2022

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC) is meeting to coordinate services for children with behavioral health, developmental disability, and substance use challenges. The agenda includes a presentation from the Family Resource Network, reports from state representatives, and discussion of service gaps and trends.

• Presentation by Renata Svincicka of the Family Resource Network
• Approval of May 11, 2022 minutes
• Discussion of by-laws
• Updates from Children's System of Care and state representatives
• Recruiting youth and family participation

The Gloucester County Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC) approved revisions to its bylaws to make the COMA subcommittee a joint committee under both HSAC and CIACC. The council also heard a presentation from the Family Resource Network and received updates on the Children's System of Care, Mobile Response, and other programs. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved bylaw revisions to make COMA a joint HSAC/CIACC committee (motion carried)
• Approved August 10, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried)

WDB - Full Workforce Development Board Committee

This Workforce Development Board meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed.

• No agenda items listed

The Gloucester County Workforce Development Board approved the PY23 budget of $3,673,910, a new On-the-Job Training Program Policy with a $10,000 per-participant cap, and an amendment to the One Stop Partners MOU adding the Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired. The board also heard updates on job fairs, a re-entry event, and various community programs.

• Approved WIOA/WFNJ PY23 budget of $3,673,910
• Approved On-the-Job Training Program Policy with $10,000 per-participant maximum
• Approved amendment to One Stop Partners MOU to include Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired
• Approved May 4, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to vacate portions of Blackwood-Barnsboro Road (CR 603) in Washington and Deptford townships. The board will also consider a resolution to freeze county spending for the next three budget years, along with several contracts, including a $3.58 million countywide drainage and stormwater improvement project and a $2.32 million levee pump station change order.

• Public hearing to vacate four tracts of road and roadway easements on former CR 603 (Blackwood-Barnsboro Road) in Washington and Deptford townships
• Resolution to freeze county spending for the next three budget years
• Contract with JPC Group, Inc. for $3,584,954.00 for the LTPF-2022 Countywide Drainage and Storm Water Improvement Project
• Change order increasing JPC Group contract by $31,659.28 for Repaupo Creek Levee Pump Station, new total $2,320,553.28
• Agreements with nine nonprofit agencies for public service projects using CDBG and CARES Act funds

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 53984 to freeze county spending for the next three budget years, despite objections from Commissioners Konawel and DeSilvio who called it a political stunt. An amendment to limit the freeze to the end of the current year failed 2-5. The board also approved a resolution to vacate road easements on County Route 603, multiple contracts including a $3.58M project with JPC Group, and other routine resolutions.

• Approved 3-year county spending freeze (Resolution 53984) 5-2
• Failed to amend spending freeze to end of current year 2-5
• Approved vacating road easements on County Route 603 (Resolution 53979) unanimously
• Approved $42,286.39 election contract with Election Systems & Software (Resolution 53982) unanimously
• Approved $75,000 election support contract with Election Support and Services (Resolution 53983) unanimously
• Approved $3,584,954 contract with JPC Group for project completion (Resolution 53986) 5-2
• Approved $111,159 purchase of development rights easement for farm property (Resolution 53997) unanimously
• Approved $100,119 SNAP ARPA funds acceptance (Resolution 53994) unanimously

WDB - Resource Analysis & Performance Management Committee

This meeting of the Gloucester County WDB Resource Analysis & Performance Management Committee has no agenda available. The agenda text indicates only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Resource Analysis & Performance Management Committee reviewed the PY23 budget presentation and voted to approve the WIOA/WFNJ PY23 budget recommendations as presented. The budget includes increases for professional services, career services, TANF training, and in-school youth programs, while decreasing incumbent worker funding. A budget summary will be provided to the full WDB membership on August 3.

• Approved WIOA/WFNJ PY23 budget recommendations (motion by M. Girone, seconded by L. Vail)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve resolutions including tax appeal settlements, budget insertions, contracts, and grants. Key items include a $234,900 recycling grant, a $1.35 million housing action plan, and multiple road construction contracts.

• Settlement of tax appeals for Omega Engineering in Logan Township and CNI THL Propco in Deptford Township
• Approval of $234,900 Recycling Enhancement Act grant for solid waste planning
• Approval of $1,352,452 CDBG and $637,223 HOME funds for housing and community development
• Contract with R.E. Pierson Construction for $1,013,916.26 for stormwater improvements on Clems Run Road
• Contract with Remington & Vernick Engineers for $95,852.44 for resurfacing Fries Mill Road

The Board of County Commissioners approved all resolutions on the agenda, including settlements of state tax court appeals, a spending plan for recycling funds, and multiple contracts and grants. Notable approvals include a $1,013,916.26 contract with R.E. Pierson Construction Co., a $232,500 contract with Triad Associates, and a $120,000 juvenile detention grant. The board also approved shared services agreements with the South Jersey Transportation Authority and contracts for emergency medical services billing with Virtua Health and Inspira Medical Centers.

• Approved resolutions 53952-53956 including tax court settlements and July bill lists
• Approved resolutions 53957-53968 including contracts with Triad Associates ($232,500) and R.E. Pierson Construction ($1,013,916.26)
• Approved resolutions 53969-53970 for EMS billing agreements with Virtua Health and Inspira Medical Centers
• Approved resolutions 53971-53974 including shared services agreements with South Jersey Transportation Authority and $120,000 juvenile detention grant
• Approved resolutions 53975-53977 including $35,000 contract with CSI Technology Group
• Approved resolution 53978 for emergency contract with South River Heritage Consulting ($30,000)
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2022 meeting
• Adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

WDB - Executive & One Stop Operations Committee

The Executive & One Stop Operations Committee approved the April 20, 2022 minutes and discussed upcoming job fairs and workforce programs. No formal votes were taken on new business; items were reported and discussed. The next meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2022.

• Approved April 20, 2022 minutes (motion by M. Girone, seconded by T. Bianco)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions at its July 6, 2022 meeting. Items include awarding contracts for election support, temporary staffing, fuel, and engineering services, as well as accepting various state and federal grants. The board will also consider consenting to water quality plan amendments and declaring intent to vacate portions of a county road.

• Contract with Tenex Software Solutions for $24,200 for election support
• Insertion of special revenue items into 2022 budget: $100,000 for Child Advocacy Center, $93,481 for alcohol/drug abuse services, $102,500 for HIV/AIDS services
• Split contracts for temporary employment services: Anytime Staffing and 22nd Century Technologies, each up to $350,000/year
• Contract with Riggins, Inc. for fuel supply up to $1,000,000/year
• Emergency contracts: $48,000 for Zoll Data Systems (emsCharts) and $106,100 for Casworth Enterprises (roll containers for Tornado Ida)

The Board of County Commissioners approved multiple resolutions including contracts for software, temporary employment services, engineering, and emergency services, as well as grants for public health and WIC programs. They also declared intent to vacate road easements on a portion of County Route 603. One agenda item was removed, and a shared services agreement with South Jersey Transportation Authority was pulled.

• Approved contract with Tenex Software Solutions for $24,200 (unanimous)
• Approved split contracts for temporary employment services (unanimous)
• Approved contracts with Colliers Engineering, French & Parrello, Pennoni Associates up to $150,000 each (unanimous)
• Approved emergency contract with Zoll Data Systems for $48,000 (unanimous)
• Approved emergency contract with CAS Worth Enterprises for $106,100 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with United Way of Gloucester County for $148,500 (Commissioner Jefferson and Director DiMarco abstained)
• Approved application for LINCS grant of $705,803 (unanimous)
• Declared intent to vacate road easements on former alignment of County Route 603 (unanimous)

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council is meeting to hear a presentation from Cameron Baker, Executive Director of the Gloucester County YMCA, and to receive reports from sub-committees, DHS staff, state representatives, and the chairperson. The agenda is largely routine, with no allocations or appeals reported, and includes public comment periods and approval of prior minutes.

• Presentation by Cameron Baker, Executive Director, Gloucester County YMCA
• Sub-committee reports: Allocations (none), Appeals (none), CEAS, COMA, Child Care, American Job Center
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2022
• Public comment periods
• Next meeting scheduled for September 15, 2022

The Gloucester County Human Services Advisory Council approved May minutes, heard public comment from the YMCA, and received subcommittee reports. The council approved a motion to empower the executive board to take action as needed. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved May 2022 minutes (motion by Gower, second by Caraker; Gober abstained)
• Opened and closed public comment twice (motions by Gower, seconds by Harwell/Caraker)
• Approved motion to empower executive board to take action (motion by Harwell, second by Fortunato)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Gower, second by Caraker)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is holding a public hearing and voting on a resolution to amend the Gloucester County Solid Waste Management Plan to include County Conservation, LLC's proposed Class C recycling facility at 2989 Delsea Drive in Franklin Township. The board will also approve numerous resolutions, including contracts, grants, and settlements. The agenda includes a public hearing on the solid waste plan amendment, with no public comments received at the prior hearing.

• Public hearing and resolution to amend solid waste plan for County Conservation, LLC composting facility (450 tons/day) at 2989 Delsea Drive, Franklin Township
• Resolution to insert $21,795,279 in American Rescue Plan funds and other grants into 2022 budget
• Contract with Bowman & Company, LLP for accounting/auditing services, $135,000
• Contract with South State, Inc. for roundabout construction at Salina Road/South College Drive, Deptford, $1,435,341.80
• Contract with South State, Inc. for resurfacing Fries Mill Road, $3,585,396.75

The Board approved an amendment to the Gloucester County Solid Waste Management Plan to include County Conservation, LLC's facility in Franklin Township as a Class C Recycling Center, accepting up to 450 tons per day of compostable material. The board also approved a series of resolutions including contracts, grants, and settlements. No public comments were made at the public hearing for the amendment.

• Approved solid waste plan amendment for County Conservation, LLC composting facility (unanimous)
• Approved bill lists for June 2022
• Authorized contract with Bowman & Company, LLP up to $135,000
• Authorized contract with Remington & Vernick Engineers up to $184,000
• Authorized split contract with DiFrancesco Bateman and Chance & McCann up to $150,000
• Approved contracts with South State, Inc. totaling $5,020,738.55
• Authorized purchase from Core BTS, Inc. for $128,700
• Authorized award to Symtech Fire, LLC for $184,695

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Gloucester County Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss operations, 2022 priorities, state and regional transit issues, plus old and new business. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items but no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of April 14, 2022 minutes
• Discussion of operations and 2022 priorities
• COST / statewide issues update
• Regional transit issues discussion
• Public portion for citizen comments

The Gloucester County LCTAC met on June 9, 2022, and approved the April 14, 2022 minutes. Members discussed transit operations, including a passing NJ TRANSIT inspection, a micro grant with NJ TRANSIT, and a JARC application renewal. They also noted a reduction in new vehicles from 3 to 1 and discussed the Pureland East West shuttle's sunsetting, with a sustainability component placed in American Rescue Plan funding.

• Approved April 14, 2022 minutes (motion by Dazlich, seconded by DiGiambattista/Barbuto)
• Discussed CSR report: 27 new applications, 331 trips booked in April; 11 new applications, 312 trips in May
• Received passing NJ TRANSIT inspection letter after maintenance fixes
• Held focus group for NJ TRANSIT micro grant; findings to be provided by Rutgers
• Submitted JARC application, renewing Commodore Business Park component
• Placed sustainability component of Pureland East West shuttle in American Rescue Plan funding; RFP received 1 application ($145,800)
• Noted vehicle allocation reduced from 3 to 1 (standard bus, 12 seats, rear wheelchair lift)
• Scheduled public hearing for July 20

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a series of resolutions, including contracts, appointments, and purchases. Key items include the purchase of four new ambulances, a contract for emergency rental assistance administration, and the acceptance of federal funds for food and shelter programs. The meeting also includes appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Award contract to Excellance, Inc. for four Type III ambulances for $978,234.96
• Authorize contract with CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP for Emergency Rental Assistance Program administration up to $275,500.00
• Accept $153,312.00 in federal funds for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program
• Accept $250,000.00 in additional state funding for COVID-19 vaccination programs
• Purchase development rights on 67.718 acres of farmland in Franklin Township for $369,063.10

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners will vote on resolutions including budget insertions for rental assistance and drug task force funding, a $1.47 million road safety contract, and several other contracts and grants. The meeting also includes proclamations and approval of previous minutes.

• Insert $2,535,774 in American Rescue Plan funds for emergency rental assistance
• Authorize $1,469,163 contract with South State, Inc. for Federal Roadway Safety Project
• Approve $177,000 for High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area task force
• Increase fuel contract with Riggins, Inc. by $150,000 to $900,000
• Accept $75,000 grant for hearing loops and videophones in county offices

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including contracts for road and engineering work, technology purchases, and grant agreements. The board also approved the May 2022 bill lists and appointed a member to the Rowan College of South Jersey Board of Trustees. All votes were unanimous, with no public comments on agenda items.

• Approved contract with South State, Inc. for $1,469,163.00 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Pennoni Associates, Inc. for $153,793.91 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with HG Technologies, Inc. for $43,872.20 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase from Software House International Corp. for $68,500.00 (unanimous)
• Approved increase of purchase authority with ESRI, Inc. to $24,895.00 (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of Communication Access Services grant up to $75,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Maryville, Inc. contract increasing by $35,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Grayshift, LLC for $27,995.00 (unanimous)

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Gloucester County Human Services Advisory Council is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive a presentation from the Council on Compulsive Gambling of NJ. Sub-committee reports will be given, including on allocations, appeals, CEAS, and missing/abused children. No allocations or appeals are listed for this meeting.

• Presentation by Luis Del Orbe on compulsive gambling prevention and treatment
• Approval of April 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Sub-committee reports: Allocations (none), Appeals (none), CEAS, Missing and Abused Children
• Reports from Child Care and American Job Center committees
• Public comment periods

The Human Services Advisory Council approved the previous meeting minutes and heard a presentation from the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey. No allocation activity occurred, and no appeals were filed. The council discussed committee updates, including a proposed joint subcommittee for COMA and a request for a letter of support for a street outreach program.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (all in favor, no abstentions)
• Opened and closed public comment periods (motions passed)
• No allocation activity reported
• No appeals filed
• Discussed request for letter of support for street outreach program (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

WDB - Youth Development Council Committee

This meeting of the Gloucester County, NJ Workforce Development Board's Youth Development Council Committee has no published agenda. The only available material is the meeting minutes, which should be reviewed for any details on what was discussed or decided.

• No agenda items listed

The Youth Development Council approved the February 15, 2022 minutes and adjourned. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on the YECC program, including facility upgrades, enrollment, and student activities.

• Approved February 15, 2022 minutes (motion by G. Wright, seconded by R. Aikens)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by D. Sulpizio, seconded by A. Rastelli)

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC) is meeting to discuss and coordinate services for children with behavioral health, developmental, and substance use needs. The agenda includes a presentation on a logic model, reports from state representatives, and updates on various subcommittees. The meeting is largely routine coordination and information sharing.

• Presentation of Logic Model from Partnership for Success subcommittee
• Reports from Children's System of Care state representatives (CMO, FSO, Mobile Response, DCF, Performcare)
• Update on Human Services Advisory Council's Committee on Missing & Abused Children
• Discussion of trends in access to services and racial/ethnic disparities
• Chairperson vacancy to be addressed under old business

The Gloucester County CIACC approved the Logic Model for the Partnership for Success Committee, which will be sent to the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The council also approved the minutes of the previous meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and updates.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Emily DeLarme, second by Kim Glazer)
• Approved Logic Model for Partnership for Success Committee to be sent to Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services (motion by Linda Smith, second by Rudolph Aikens)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is voting on a series of resolutions to approve new contracts, increase existing project budgets, and accept state and federal grant funds. Key decisions include a major upgrade to the county's emergency radio system and additional funding for stormwater maintenance and road safety engineering. The meeting also includes the approval of a 10-year dispatch services agreement with the Township of Weymouth and the termination of a medical billing contract due to default.

• Contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for radio system upgrades totaling $489,407.73
• Change Order to A.P. Construction, Inc. increasing the 2021 Storm Water Maintenance project contract to $1,595,147.96
• 10-year dispatch services agreement with the Township of Weymouth starting at $10,287.92 for the first year
• Emergency contract with Administrative Advantage, LLC for third-party EMS billing not to exceed $350,000.00
• Engineering design contract with Bryson & Yates Consulting Engineers, LLC for $164,485.00 for safety improvements on Broadway/North Evergreen Avenue and New Brooklyn Road

The Board of County Commissioners approved all resolutions on the agenda, including a $489,407.73 contract with Motorola Solutions for public safety communications, a $350,000 emergency contract for medical billing services, and a 10-year dispatch services agreement with Weymouth Township. All votes were unanimous. The board also discussed the discontinuance of a sheriff's officer at the Paulsboro WIC office and debated the use of photos on county door hangers.

• Approved $48,000 election systems contract with Election Systems & Software (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000/year asphalt paving contract with Asphalt Paving Systems (unanimous)
• Approved $164,485 engineering contract with Bryson & Yates (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 emergency medical billing contract with Administrative Advantage (unanimous)
• Approved $489,407.73 Motorola Solutions contract (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year dispatch services agreement with Weymouth Township (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 veterans transportation grant from NJ Dept. of Military & Veterans Affairs (unanimous)
• Approved $130,000 DUI checkpoint grant from NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety (unanimous)

WDB - Marketing & Business Outreach Committee

There is no agenda available for the Marketing & Business Outreach Committee meeting held on May 11, 2022. The record indicates that there are no items to be discussed or decided.

The Marketing & Business Outreach Committee approved the February 10, 2022 minutes and discussed upcoming job fairs, including a healthcare fair on June 23, 2022, and outreach efforts. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; the rest were planning discussions.

• Approved February 10, 2022 minutes (motion by A. Bellia, seconded by A. Rastelli)

WDB - Full Workforce Development Board Committee

This meeting of the Gloucester County Workforce Development Board has no published agenda. The agenda text indicates that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes instead. As a result, no specific decisions or discussion items are listed for this meeting.

The Gloucester County Workforce Development Board approved the February 2, 2022 meeting minutes and adjourned. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and announcements on upcoming job fairs, training programs, and partnerships.

• Approved February 2, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Sulpizio, seconded by Hart)

WDB - Community Needs Assessment Committee

This meeting of the Gloucester County WDB Community Needs Assessment Committee has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note that no agenda is available and that the minutes should be reviewed instead. No decisions or discussions are specified for this meeting.

• No agenda available for this meeting

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will meet via Zoom to approve previous meeting minutes and hear a presentation on the Reinventing Our Communities Cohort Program. The council will also receive various sub-committee reports regarding allocations, appeals, and child care.

• Presentation: Reinventing Our Communities Cohort Program by Gloucester County Workforce Development
• Sub-Committee Reports including Allocations, Appeals, CEAS, and Planning
• Reports from the Committee on Missing and Abused Children and Child Care committee

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several contracts, including a $2.6 million engineering contract for bridge rehabilitation and two farmland preservation easements in Logan Township. The agenda also includes resolutions for health services, public safety grants, and various county service agreements.

• Engineering contract with R.E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc. for $2,664,444.30 regarding bridge rehabilitation
• Purchase of development rights easements in Logan Township for $340,917.65 and $204,520.50
• Federal cost reimbursement agreement with NJDOT for $1,648,384.00 for roadway safety improvements
• Contract with South State Materials, LLC for bituminous materials up to $250,000.00
• Purchase of flu vaccines from Wells Fargo c/o FFF Enterprises, Inc. for $148,895.88

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Gloucester County Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC) is holding a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and discussions on operations, 2022 priorities, COST/statewide issues, and regional transit issues. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily for discussion and updates.

• Approval of March 10, 2022 minutes
• Discussion of operations and 2022 priorities
• Discussion of COST / statewide issues
• Discussion of regional transit issues
• Public portion for citizen input

The committee approved the March 10, 2022 minutes and confirmed a public hearing for June 9, 2022 via Zoom. Staff reported on NJ TRANSIT inspection deadlines, voter registration outreach to 4,000 consumers, and ridership updates for the Pureland Shuttle. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 10, 2022 minutes (motion by Weinhardt, second by Barbuto)
• Confirmed June 9 public hearing via Zoom (motion by Barbuto, second by Huston)

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Children's Interagency Coordinating Council is meeting to exchange information on services for children with mental health, developmental, or substance use needs. The agenda includes presentations from the Center for Family Services and Peaceful Tomorrows, as well as updates from state representatives.

• Presentation by Center for Family Services
• Presentation by Peaceful Tomorrows
• Review of Rutgers CSOC dashboard data
• Updates from Juvenile Justice / Youth Services Commission
• Discussion regarding Chairperson vacancy

The Gloucester County CIACC approved its bylaws and the March meeting minutes. Members heard presentations from Peaceful Tomorrows and updates from various agencies, including a record call volume for Mobile Response. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Approved CIACC bylaws

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to adopt the 2022 county budget, which includes no increase in the amount raised by taxation and a projected decrease in the county tax rate. The board will also hold a public hearing on a $46.3 million bond ordinance for capital improvements and equipment, and consider several resolutions including contracts, grants, and appointments.

• Adoption of 2022 county budget with $0.00 tax increase and projected tax rate decrease
• Bond ordinance appropriating $46,346,877 for capital improvements, issuing up to $17,647,125 in bonds
• Resolution to elect the 1977 CAP for 2022 tax levy, banking over $6.7 million in unused allowances
• Contract with South State, Inc. for $2,578,107.70 for resurfacing Crosskeys Bypass and Hurffville-Crosskeys Road
• Resolution supporting the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution

Pollution Control Financing Authority

The Pollution Control Financing Authority of Gloucester County will meet to review and take action on a resolution regarding the Logan Project. The resolution authorizes the defeasance of outstanding Series 2014A pollution control revenue refunding bonds.

• Resolution authorizing the defeasance of Series 2014A pollution control revenue refunding bonds (Logan Project)

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will meet via Zoom to review committee reports and hear a presentation from the Poverty Research Institute of Legal Services of New Jersey. The meeting includes updates from various sub-committees regarding allocations, child care, and the American Job Center.

• Presentation: True Poverty by Shivi Prasad, Director of Poverty Research Institute
• Sub-Committee Reports on Allocations, CEAS, Nominating, and Child Care
• Report from Committee on Missing and Abused Children
• Approval of February 17, 2023 minutes

The Human Services Advisory Council approved the February minutes and heard reports on poverty in New Jersey, FEMA/ARP funding allocations, and various subcommittee updates. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved February minutes (motion by Elmoria Thomas, second by Joseph Spencer)
• Opened and closed public comment (motion by Fran Harwell, second by Michael Gower; close by Michael Gower, second by Elmoria Thomas)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 PM (motion by Michael Gower, second by Elmoria Thomas)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions including an eminent domain action in Mantua Township to provide roadway and access to the Rowan University Fossil Park. Other items include authorizing various municipal grants, approving professional service contracts, and ratifying a labor agreement for Sheriff Sergeants.

• Eminent domain action for property in Mantua Township to support Rowan University Fossil Park
• CDBG fund allocations for public facilities in Clayton, Deptford, Glassboro, Pitman, Swedesboro, Washington, West Deptford, Woodbury Heights, and Woodbury
• Contract extension with South State, Inc. for asphalt materials up to $2,500,000 per year
• Ratification of Memorandum of Agreement between the Board, Sheriff, and PBA Local No. 122 Sheriff Sergeants
• Emergency contract with Royal Printing Service for $20,080 for 2022 election envelopes

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners approved a series of resolutions covering tax settlements, contracts, grants, and budget items. A resolution authorizing eminent domain for a property in Mantua Township was postponed to the next meeting. The board also approved contracts for appraisal, veterinary services, office supplies, and various grants for juvenile justice and victim services.

• Approved resolutions 53721-53729, including tax settlement, contracts, and bill lists (with abstentions on bill list)
• Postponed Resolution 53729 (eminent domain for Block 242, Lot 7.02 in Mantua) to next meeting
• Approved resolutions 53730-53734, including CDBG agreements and contract extensions
• Approved resolutions 53735-53738, including Stryker contract and fire protection extension
• Approved resolutions 53739-53742, including juvenile justice grants and WIC program funds
• Approved resolutions 53743-53744, including VOCA and VAWA grant applications
• Approved resolutions 53745-53747, including engineering contracts and emergency printing contract

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee will review the February 10, 2022 minutes and hear a presentation from Rowan University's CREATES Team. The committee will also discuss 2022 operational priorities, COST/statewide issues, and regional transit matters.

• Presentation by Mohammad Jalayer, Ph.D. of Rowan University
• Discussion of 2022 operations and priorities
• Review of statewide and regional transit issues

The committee approved the February 10, 2022 minutes. Rowan University's CREATES team presented a survey plan for additional data, funded by CARES money. Staff reported NJ TRANSIT inspection compliance with fixes due by April 2, and discussed voter registration outreach for passengers. No formal votes on funding or policy were taken.

• Approved February 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Heard Rowan CREATES presentation; surveys to be sent to consumers/committee members
• Noted NJ TRANSIT inspection compliance; corrective plan to be submitted by April 2
• Discussed CMAC replacement vehicle form for NJ TRANSIT
• Discussed voter registration remedial recapture for passengers

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC) is holding its regular monthly meeting to coordinate services for children with behavioral health, developmental, and substance use needs. The agenda includes swearing in new members, approving prior minutes, receiving reports from state and county partners, and discussing service gaps and trends. No votes on funding or policy are listed; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Swearing-in of new members Ginny DeLong, Amy Kiger, and Christina DiGiovacchino
• Approval of November 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of written policies and procedures and Rutgers CSOC dashboard data
• Updates from Children's System of Care partners (CMO, FSO, Mobile Response, Performcare)
• Discussion of service gaps, racial/ethnic disparities, and social determinants of health

The Gloucester County CIACC meeting was largely procedural: members were sworn in, prior minutes were approved, and reports were given by various subcommittees and partner agencies. No substantive policy decisions or votes were taken; the group is still seeking a chairperson and plans to vote on bylaws in April.

• Members sworn in via oath of office
• Approved March 9, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Linda Smith, second by James Sampson)
• No other formal votes or decisions recorded

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is introducing the 2022 county budget, which includes a $0.00 increase in the amount raised by taxation and a projected decrease in the county tax rate. The board is also introducing a $46.3 million bond ordinance to finance capital improvements and equipment, with public hearings on both scheduled for April 6, 2022. Additionally, the board will vote on a resolution to exceed the state budget cap and establish a cap bank, and will consider several contracts and agreements.

• Introduction of 2022 budget with $0.00 tax increase and projected tax rate decrease
• Introduction of $46,346,877 bond ordinance for capital improvements, issuing up to $17,647,125 in bonds
• Resolution to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Ratification of collective bargaining agreement with Sheriff Officer's Association PBA Local 122 (2019-2024)
• Contract awards: $83,825 to Tenex Software Solutions, $120,000 to EFFECTV, $750,000/year extension to South State Materials

The Board introduced the 2022 County Budget with a $0.00 increase in the amount raised by taxation and a projected decrease in the county tax rate, scheduling a public hearing for April 6, 2022. The Board also introduced a bond ordinance authorizing up to $17,647,125 in bonds for capital improvements and equipment, with a public hearing on the same date. All resolutions on the agenda were approved, including contracts, amendments, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Sheriff Officer's Association. The meeting included a public comment period where a councilman raised questions about videotaping, the sheriff's contract, and golf course operations.

• Introduced 2022 County Budget with $0.00 tax increase (unanimous)
• Introduced bond ordinance for $17,647,125 in bonds for capital improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank (unanimous)
• Ratified collective bargaining agreement with Sheriff Officer's Association PBA Local 122 (unanimous)
• Approved contracts including Tenex Software Solutions ($83,825) and Effectv ($120,000) (unanimous)
• Approved extension with South State Materials ($750,000/year) and amendment with CliftonLarsonAllen (increase $175,000) (unanimous)
• Approved contracts with Johnson Controls Security Solutions ($300,000) and Cooper University Hospital ($60,000) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase contract with Computer Square, Inc. ($134,651.40) and Title IV-D agreement ($435,075) (unanimous)

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Gloucester County Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) is meeting via Zoom to conduct routine business, including administering the oath of office for members serving a term from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024, and approving minutes from the November 18, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes public comment periods, sub-committee reports (including allocations, CEAS, and planning), and reports from DHS staff and state representatives. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Oath of office for members with term 1/1/22-12/31/2024
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2022
• Sub-committee reports: Allocations, CEAS, Planning, Nominating, Missing and Abused Children
• Other committee reports: Child Care, American Job Center
• Public comment periods (two)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a resolution that would separate the Boards of Education of the Special Services School District and the Vocational School District, effective July 1, 2022, as part of a four-component educational system. The agenda also includes several budget cap resolutions, contract awards, and grant acceptances.

• Resolution to separate Special Services and Vocational school boards, effective July 1, 2022
• Resolution to exceed county budget cap and set public hearing for March 2, 2022
• Contract with American Workcare, P.C. for medical services up to $50,000
• Contract with Remington & Vernick Engineers for Cross-Keys By-pass resurfacing for $68,442.47
• Contract with Civic Operations Group for outreach services up to $738,250

WDB - Youth Development Council Committee

The Youth Development Council approved the Dec. 7, 2021 minutes and adjourned. Members heard reports on student enrollment (7 enrolled, 2 starting March 1, 9 applications pending), 7 graduates with 2 more expected, and recruitment efforts including a 6-month Comcast commercial contract. They discussed industry credentials, youth incentives, and upcoming job fairs, but took no formal votes on these items.

• Approved the Dec. 7, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Adjourned the meeting.
• Noted 7 students currently enrolled, 2 starting March 1, and 9 applications pending.
• Noted 7 graduates, with 2 more expected on 2/16.
• Discussed recruitment via word of mouth, flyers, dropout lists, and a 6-month Comcast commercial contract.
• Discussed offering ServeSafe and RCSJ pre-apprenticeship programs to students and graduates.
• Discussed increased monetary incentives and laptop distribution procedures.
• Scheduled next meeting for May 17, 2022.

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is holding a budget meeting to discuss the proposed 2022 county budget, including overview, operating, and capital components. Public comments are limited to five minutes per person on agenda items only.

• Discussion of proposed 2022 Gloucester County budget
• Overview of budget
• Operating budget
• Capital budget
• Public comment period (5 minutes per person)

WDB - Marketing & Business Outreach Committee

This meeting of the Gloucester County WDB Marketing & Business Outreach Committee has no published agenda. The agenda text indicates there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Marketing & Business Outreach Committee met via Zoom but lacked a quorum to approve the Dec. 9, 2021 minutes. Members discussed newsletter story ideas, including internship-to-employment features and certificate programs, and noted updates on labor force data and local services. No formal decisions were made; the next meeting was scheduled for February 16, 2022.

• No quorum to approve Dec. 9, 2021 minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for 2/16/22 at 2:00 pm

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to elect new officers and approve the 2022 meeting schedule. The committee will also discuss 2022 priorities, costs, and regional transit issues.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Approval of 2022 Meeting Schedule
• Administration of 2022 Oaths of Office for Commissioner Jim Jefferson
• Discussion of 2022 operations priorities and regional transit issues

The Gloucester County Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee held its annual reorganization, swearing in members and electing Dennis Ledger as Chairperson, Nick Cressman as Vice Chairperson, and Kristen Cervantes as Secretary. The committee approved the 2022 meeting schedule and the minutes from October 14 and November 18, 2021. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on administrative updates and reports.

• Elected Dennis Ledger as Chairperson
• Elected Nick Cressman as Vice Chairperson
• Elected Kristen Cervantes as Secretary
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule
• Approved October 14, 2021 and November 18, 2021 minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a budget meeting to review the proposed 2022 Gloucester County budget. The discussion will cover the overview, operating, and capital components of the budget.

• Discussion of the proposed 2022 Gloucester County budget (Overview, Operating, and Capital)

The Board of County Commissioners held a budget worksession to discuss the proposed 2022 Gloucester County budget. The presentation highlighted a $0 increase in the amount raised by taxes, with the tax rate projected to decrease by 1.04 cents. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion only.

• Discussed 2022 budget with $0 tax increase
• Projected 2022 tax rate decrease of 1.04 cents
• Reviewed $182.5M amount to be raised by taxation
• Noted $83.6M in grants received in 2021
• Discussed $1.1M appropriation for COVID-19 megasite
• Discussed $1M annual appropriation for IDA storm emergency
• Reviewed $2.29M in intra-county shared services savings
• Reviewed $32.45M projected corrections savings for 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved all resolutions on the agenda, including a $700,998.01 Motorola Solutions contract (Resolution 53642) after a public objection and a failed motion to table. A motion to rescind the 12/29/21 COVID testing policy was defeated. The Board also swore in newly appointed Commissioner Denice DiCarlo.

• Approved Resolutions 53627-53631 (appointments, Rowan internship, commissioner assignments)
• Approved Resolutions 53632-53637 (contracts including Enright's Tree Service $95,150, Acenda $240,000)
• Approved Resolutions 53638-53646 (including Motorola $700,998.01, Action Uniform $225,000/yr, ProPhoenix $242,840.12)
• Approved Resolutions 53647-53650 (social services payments, motel contracts, grant application)
• Approved Resolutions 53651-53653 (police tech, West Publishing, Atlantic Tactical contracts)
• Approved Resolutions 53654-53656 (postage, emergency sewage contract, Grainger purchases)
• Approved Resolution 53657 (records deposit with Historical Society)
• Motion to rescind 12/29/21 COVID testing policy failed

WDB - Full Workforce Development Board Committee

The Gloucester County Workforce Development Board has no agenda available for this meeting. The agenda text indicates only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. This appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive items to report.

• No agenda items listed

The Workforce Development Board re-appointed five voting members and established an ad hoc committee to nominate candidates for Chair and Vice-Chair, with elections to occur at the April 20, 2022 meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the November 3, 2021 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and announcements.

• Re-appointed WDB voting members Anthony Bellia, Julie DeLaurentis, Kathy Farinaccio, Peter Kaprielyan, and Les Vail (unanimous)
• Approved November 3, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Girone, second by Sulpizio)
• Established ad hoc nomination committee for WDB Chair & Vice-Chair election (motion by Sulpizio, second by Gober)

Pollution Control Financing Authority

The Authority will review the minutes from February 17, 2021, and the financial report #02-2021. The agenda also includes a review of the year-end audit for 2021 and the first reading of the 2021/2022 budget.

• Review and action on February 17, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review and action on Bill List/Financial Report #02-2021
• Review and action on Authority Audit Y/E 01/31/21
• First reading of the Authority budget for 2021/2022

The Pollution Control Financing Authority of Gloucester County met on January 31, 2022, and approved the Authority Audit for Year End January 31, 2021, and the Authority Budget for Fiscal Year 2/1/2022 – 1/31/2023. The board also approved the minutes from February 17, 2021, and the Bill List/Financial Report #02-2021. All votes were unanimous with no abstentions or absences noted.

• Approved Authority Audit for Year End January 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Authority Budget Fiscal Year 2/1/2022 – 1/31/2023 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from February 17, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Bill List/Financial Report #02-2021 (unanimous)

WDB - Community Needs Assessment Committee

This meeting of the Gloucester County WDB Community Needs Assessment Committee has no published agenda. The agenda text indicates only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Community Needs Assessment Committee approved the minutes from the October 21, 2021 meeting. The meeting consisted of status updates from various partner agencies on adult literacy, disability services, transportation, and re-entry programs. No substantive policy decisions were made; the focus was on sharing program updates and discussing recruitment strategies.

• Approved minutes from October 21, 2021 meeting
• Adjourned meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions covering administrative purchases, public safety contracts, and social services agreements. Key items include a $275,000 copier lease from Ricoh, a $485,750 election ballot printing contract with Paulsboro Printers, and multiple contracts for senior services, juvenile shelter, and child care. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a public comment period.

• Copier lease from Ricoh USA, Inc. up to $275,000 for one year
• Election ballot printing contract with Paulsboro Printers, LLC up to $485,750
• Service agreement with Siemens for fire alarm system at Justice Complex for $87,953 plus $8,000/year
• Contracts for senior services including legal aid, transportation, and adult day care totaling over $280,000
• Juvenile emergency shelter contract with Center for Family Services up to $90,734/year

The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners approved a series of routine contracts and purchases, including vehicle leases, software, and printing services. A resolution to purchase tactical gear from Atlantic Tactical was postponed to the next meeting after a commissioner requested more time to review. The board also approved a $100,000 contract with an out-of-county attorney despite questions about the cost increase.

• Approved bill lists for January 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved copy machine lease from Ricoh USA, up to $275,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchases from W.B. Mason, up to $130,000 (unanimous)
• Approved vehicle lease for 24 months, up to $152,400 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with John M. Carbone, Esquire, up to $100,000 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with SOE Software (SCYTL) for $18,585 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Paulsboro Printers, up to $485,750 (unanimous)
• Postponed Atlantic Tactical purchase, up to $150,000, to next meeting (unanimous)

WDB - Executive & One Stop Operations Committee

The committee approved the 2022 meeting schedule, updated bylaws, an amended Youth Incentive Policy, a revised Personally Identifiable Information policy, and an MOU with RCSJ for the NJEDA Wind Turbine Challenge Grant. Members were sworn in, and the committee heard reports on audit results and a county selection for a workforce equity program.

• Approved 2022 WDB Committee Schedule
• Approved WDB Bylaws
• Approved amended Youth Incentive Policy (increased incentive and laptop incentive)
• Amended Personally Identifiable Information policy (added TEGL reference)
• Approved MOU with RCSJ for NJEDA Wind Turbine Challenge Grant
• Swore in re-appointed members Michael Girone and Shane Stevenson

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where newly elected commissioners Nicholas DeSilvio and Christopher Konawel, Jr., and Sheriff Jonathan M. Sammons will be sworn in. The board will also elect a Director and Deputy Director, and adopt numerous resolutions including the temporary budget, professional service contracts, and appointments to various boards and committees.

• Swearing-in of new commissioners and sheriff
• Resolution adopting Temporary Budget for 2022
• Contract with Parker McCay, P.A. for bond counsel up to $175,000
• Contract with Brown & Connery for labor counsel up to $275,000
• Contract with Acacia Financial Group for financial advisor up to $50,000

The Board of County Commissioners held its annual reorganization meeting, approving all 54 consent agenda resolutions, including the temporary budget, professional service contracts, and numerous board appointments. The meeting was marked by the absence of newly elected Commissioners DeSilvio and Konawel at the start; DeSilvio later left after refusing a COVID-19 test. The Board elected Frank J. DiMarco as Director and Heather Simmons as Deputy Director for 2022.

• Approved 54 consent agenda resolutions (5-1-1)
• Elected Frank J. DiMarco as Director of the Board (5-1-1)
• Elected Heather Simmons as Deputy Director (5-1-1)
• Approved temporary budget for 2022 (Resolution 53543)
• Authorized contracts with Parker McCay ($175,000) and Brown & Connery ($275,000) for legal services
• Appointed members to numerous boards and commissions
• Adopted 2022 meeting schedule and board rules
• Commissioner DeSilvio left meeting after refusing COVID-19 test