Gloucester County public meetings in 2024

Land Development Review & Approval Committee

This is a compilation of actions taken by the Gloucester County Land Development Review Committee at earlier meetings, with no new applications or discussions listed for the Dec. 31 meeting. The agenda consists entirely of reports from previous weekly meetings dating back to July 2024, showing approved and denied development proposals. Residents should note this meeting is procedural, summarizing prior decisions rather than introducing new items.

• Denied: 1,602,000 sf industrial project by NP Woolwich Industrial, LLC (HA-0200Sp/WO-0133Sp)
• Approved: 1,251,300 sf industrial project by Stalwart Logan Holding Company, LLC (LO-0322Sp)
• Denied: 1,065-unit residential project by NVR Inc./Ryan Homes (WO-0132Sp) at preliminary stage
• Approved: 721-lot residential project by DR Horton Inc. (EL-0452) denied
• Approved: 26,656 sf commercial project by Progood Sewell, LLC/Sprouts (WA-0778Sp) denied

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to guaranty up to $37 million for solid waste revenue bonds and notes. The meeting also includes votes on affordable housing contracts and transportation funding applications.

• Ordinance to guaranty up to $37,000,000 for Solid Waste Complex cell expansion and leachate conveyance projects
• Three contracts not to exceed $150,000 each for affordable rental housing in West Deptford, East Greenwich, and Swedesboro
• Application for $1,241,670.00 in NJDOT Local Bridges Fund Program funding
• Contract with GovWorx, Inc. for $26,000.00 for AI-based dispatcher training software
• Modification to NJDOT agreement for College Drive (CR 712) and Multi-purpose Trail, totaling $1,505,913.26

The Board of County Commissioners adopted an ordinance authorizing the county to guarantee up to $37 million in bonds and notes issued by the Gloucester County Improvement Authority for solid waste cell expansion and leachate conveyance projects. The board also approved several resolutions, including a $2,000 radon awareness grant, a $26,000 contract with GovWorx, Inc., three $150,000 contracts for affordable rental housing development, a $19,776 contract with Benevate, Inc., and a $1,241,670 local bridges fund agreement. All votes were unanimous with no abstentions, though Commissioner Konawel was briefly disconnected during one vote.

• Adopted ordinance authorizing $37M guaranty for solid waste bonds/notes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution changing petty cash custodians (unanimous)
• Approved resolution modifying county EMS fees for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing 2024 budget transfers (unanimous)
• Approved resolution accepting $2,000 Radon Awareness Program grant (unanimous)
• Approved $26,000 contract with GovWorx, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved three $150,000 contracts for affordable rental housing projects (unanimous)
• Approved $19,776 contract with Benevate, Inc. (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to insert special revenue items into the 2024 budget, including $2.8 million for the Bridgeton Pike and Mount Royal Road intersection and $250,000 for a mail-in voter education campaign. Other actions include contracts for medical examiner services ($62,500), IT infrastructure upgrades (over $1 million total), and acceptance of grants for substance abuse recovery and environmental health. Proclamations honoring local groups and individuals are also scheduled.

• $2.8M for intersection improvements at Bridgeton Pike (Rt. 45) and Mount Royal Road/Harrison Avenue (C.R. 678)
• $250,000 voter education campaign for mail-in ballot system changes
• $750,922.48 for hyper-converged IT infrastructure from Computer Design & Integration
• $133,381 County Innovation Program grant for substance abuse recovery services at Living Proof Recovery Center
• Contract with Inspira Medical Centers, Inc. for medical examiner services, not to exceed $62,500

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing 26 resolutions, including a $7,042,517 application for FY2025 County Aid Program funds, a $150,000 contract with Habitat for Humanity to build a home in Glassboro, and a $997,797-per-year contract with Center for Family Services. The board also approved numerous technology purchases and contracts, with two abstentions on specific items. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including proclamations and approval of prior minutes.

• Approved FY2025 County Aid Program application for $7,042,517 (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 contract with Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity CHDO, Inc. for one home in Glassboro (unanimous)
• Approved $997,797/year contract with Center for Family Services, Inc. for 2024-2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $62,500 contract with Inspira Medical Centers, Inc. for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $173,919 CEHA grant acceptance with $163,779 in-kind match (unanimous)
• Approved $133,381 County Innovation Program funding from NJ Dept. of Human Services (unanimous)
• Approved multiple technology purchases via state contracts, including $750,922.48 from CDI and $372,815 from Software House International (unanimous)
• Approved $263,321.72 purchase from Atmax Equipment Co. (unanimous)

County Agricultural Development Board

The Gloucester County Agricultural Development Board will elect a chairman and vice-chairman, approve June minutes, and discuss lawsuits involving Summit City Farms and a landlocked property claim. The board will also consider a resolution to purchase development easements for a property in Elk Township (Block 29, Lots 5 & 15). Updates on the Farmland Preservation Plan and a Next Generation Farmer Program are on the agenda.

• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Possible resolution to purchase development easements for Elk Twp. property (Block 29, Lots 5 & 15)
• Update on Summit City Farms versus Borough of Glassboro litigation
• Update on Rose Malkowski's landlocked property claim adjacent to Patane Farm, Greenwich Twp.
• Farmland Preservation Plan update

The Gloucester County Agricultural Development Board unanimously approved the purchase of development easements for Block 29, Lots 5 & 15 in Elk Township. The board also reorganized, electing Jay Kandle as Chairperson and Robert Curtis as Vice Chairperson, and approved minutes from June 27, 2024. Updates were provided on the formula-based appraisal program, the Next Generation Farmers Program, and ongoing farmland preservation efforts.

• Approved purchase of development easements for Block 29, Lots 5 & 15 in Elk Twp. (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jay Kandle as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Curtis as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2024 meeting

WDB - Marketing & Business Outreach Committee

The Marketing & Business Outreach Committee discussed updates including the unveiling of a new WDB logo on December 10 and a tentative 2025 event calendar. They also reviewed plans for a bi-monthly newsletter and quarterly conference dates. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on planning and coordination.

• New WDB logo unveiled December 10, created by a student
• Tentative 2025 events: Spring Mega Job Fair March 7, Senior Job/Volunteer Fair April 10, Disability Employment Job Fair July 18, Veterans Job Fair October 1
• Fall Mega Job Fair date pending confirmation with RCSJ
• Quarterly conference dates: January 8, April 2, July 2, October 1 (tentative)
• Newsletter schedule: bi-monthly via Constant Contact with monthly call for submissions

The committee discussed updates on outreach efforts, including a newsletter sent to 28,000 contacts with a 40% open rate, and plans for a logo redesign with a $500 scholarship. No formal decisions were made; minutes from June 13 were deferred to the next meeting.

• Deferred approval of June 13 minutes to next meeting
• Adjourned meeting by motion

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC) will hold a regular meeting to receive updates from system partners and subcommittees. Items include approval of prior meeting minutes, reports from the CMO, FSO, Mobile Response, and other partners, as well as updates on intellectual/developmental disabilities, education, juvenile justice, and youth and family subcommittees. No new ordinances, rezonings, or budget actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of October 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• System partner updates: CMO, FSO, Mobile Response, Partial, Screening, Outpatient
• Subcommittee/partner council updates: Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Educational Partnership, Juvenile Justice, Youth & Family, COMA
• Children's System of Care / State Representatives update
• Next meeting: February 12, 2025

The Gloucester County CIACC approved the October 9, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed plans for 2025, including reappointments and new voting members. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy or funding decisions; the meeting focused on updates and coordination.

• Approved October 9, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Rudolph Aikens, second by Tracy Mauriello)
• Recommended Bethany, Tracy, and Rudy to return as voting members in 2025
• Noted interest from Nicole Hall and Kristen Cervantes to become voting members
• Set 2025 meeting dates, including next meeting on February 12, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several resolutions including a $5.4 million contract for road construction on Thomas Edison Parkway, budget insertions for opioid treatment and GIS services, and a shared services agreement for a social worker. Other items include contract awards for public safety software, vehicle purchases, and the dissolution of the Pollution Control Financing Authority.

• A-1: $306,630 for Medication Assisted Treatment program for inmates and $100,000 federal grant for GIS services, inserted into 2024 budget
• F-3: $5,398,351.12 contract with Wyndham Construction for Thomas Edison Parkway improvements from US Route 322 to Lambs Road
• F-2: $250,530.07 amendment to Remington & Vernick Engineers for design services on Route 322 and Fries Mill Road intersection improvements
• B-1: Shared services agreement with Gloucester County Special Services School District for a social worker, not to exceed $50,000
• A-6: Dissolution of the Pollution Control Financing Authority of Gloucester County

Local Advisory Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse

This is a joint meeting of the County Alliance Steering Committee and the Local Advisory Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse with a standard procedural agenda (call to order, reports, old/new business, comments, adjournment). No specific items, proposals, or votes are listed in the agenda. The meeting also sets dates for 2025 meetings.

• 2025 meeting dates scheduled: Feb 11, April 15, June 10, Aug 12, Oct 14, Dec 9

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is introducing an ordinance to guaranty up to $37 million for solid waste revenue bonds to fund cell expansion and a leachate conveyance system. The board is also considering several service contracts and grant applications for public health, safety, and infrastructure.

• Proposed $37,000,000 guaranty for Solid Waste Complex cell expansion and leachate conveyance projects
• Contract with CME Associates for septic system inspections not to exceed $410,000
• Contract with Premier Building Restoration, Inc. for $152,892 for the James and Ann Whitall House
• Grant applications for Senior Citizens and Disabled Residents Transportation ($1,203,638) and Homeless Social Services ($443,839)
• Endorsement of a three-legged roundabout for intersection improvements at Paulsboro-Swedesboro Road and Repaupo Station/Asbury Station Road

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will hold a routine meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive sub-committee reports, and hear public comments. No new policies or funding decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024
• Sub-committee reports (Allocations, Appeals, CEAS, COMA, MART, Nominating, Child Care, One Stop Career Center)
• DHS Staff Person's Report
• State Representatives Reports
• Public comment periods

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to authorize budget insertions, approve professional service contracts, and apply for various state and federal grants. The agenda includes infrastructure improvements in Paulsboro and the approval of several equipment purchases for public works.

• Budget insertions of $4,000,000 for Paulsboro Marine Terminal and $8,000,000 for Paulsboro Port Road Paving
• Contract with South State, Inc. for $1,636,723.03 for resurfacing and safety improvements to Cedar Road (C.R. 667)
• Grant application for $750,000 from HUD for the revitalization of Atkinson Park
• Contract with DiFrancesco Bateman Kunzman, Davis, Lehrer & Flaum, P.C. for tax attorney services not to exceed $25,000
• Purchase of equipment from Peach Country Tractor for $108,624.00 and Vermeer North Atlantic for $43,071.26

WDB - Full Workforce Development Board Committee

The Full Workforce Development Board (WDB) meeting included updates on Rowan College of South Jersey's planned addition to the Career & Technical Education building for construction trades and utilities, and a push to triple the automotive technology program. Members heard presentations from DVRS on disability employment services and from USDOL on apprenticeship growth. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and recognized National Apprenticeship Week.

• RCSJ constructing an addition to the CTE building for construction trades and utilities
• RCSJ seeking to triple size of automotive technology program and acquire a building in Vineland for customized training in EVs, diesel, and CDL
• DVRS presentation on Project Search at Jefferson Hospital, offering internships for students with IEPs
• USDOL reported 262 active registered apprenticeship programs and 163 active apprentices in Gloucester County
• WDB logo redesign project with RCSJ students; winning design to receive a $500 scholarship from RCSJ Foundation

Local Advisory Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse

The County Alliance Steering Committee (CASS) and the Local Advisory Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA) will hold meetings. The agenda consists of procedural items, including reports, old business, and new business.

• LACADA discussion of upcoming events
• LACADA recap of a recovery event

WDB - Community Needs Assessment Committee

The committee reviewed status reports from Title II Services, Literacy NJ, and transportation, and heard updates from multiple agencies including DVRS and WDB. They discussed possibly moving to bi-monthly meetings. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting minutes.

• Title II Services reports 199 ESL students enrolled, exceeding fiscal year goal of 194
• Literacy NJ reports 48 students enrolled toward annual goal of 60
• Mega Job Fair drew 497 registrations, with 200 check-ins and 140 additional walk-ins
• DVRS opened 469 new individuals for services in fiscal year ending 9/30/24
• Abilities Solutions entered year 2 of a DVRS Pre-ETS paid internship grant at $18/hour for 150-hour internships

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution to insert over $4.1 million in special revenue into the 2024 budget for various grant-funded programs including energy efficiency, sexual assault response, opioid treatment, and traffic safety. Other items include purchasing four ambulances for $1.45 million, extending a toxicology lab contract for $160,000, and accepting a $300,000 emergency operations center grant. The agenda also includes a proclamation and approval of previous minutes.

• Approval of $4.17M in budget insertions including Energy Efficiency Block Grant ($234,830), Opioid Litigation Settlement ($439,607), and Workforce Innovation grants ($1.13M)
• Purchase of four Type III ambulances from Excellance for $1,450,037.80
• Extension of contract with NMS Labs for forensic toxicology services up to $160,000
• Acceptance of $300,000 Emergency Operations Center Grant (with $75K in-kind match)
• Contract with Axon Enterprise for body cameras and equipment up to $100,000

Youth Services Commission

The Gloucester County Youth Services Commission will meet to adopt the agenda and August 2024 minutes, hear an administrator's report, and discuss the bylaws and 2025 tentative plan. Presentations will include the Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative, JJC state report, and updates from various provider programs such as Acenda, Boys & Girls Club, and Center Family. No votes on funding or new policies are explicitly listed on the agenda.

• Bylaws and 2025 Tentative Plan discussion
• Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative report by Emily Kohri
• JJC State Report by Jessica Froba
• Provider programming reports from Acenda (Electronic Monitoring), Boys & Girls Club (Safe Space/Summer Camp), and others
• Remaining meeting date: Dec 18, 2025; tentative 2026 dates listed

WDB - Executive & One Stop Operations Committee

The WDB Executive & One Stop Operations Committee discussed updates on One Stop operations, audits, and workforce programs. Key items include approval of the budget on the Commissioner agenda, a change in SNAP interview requirements starting November 1, and concerns about non-county residents using RESEA services. The committee also reviewed job fair outcomes and a new WDB logo design competition.

• Budget for workforce funds accepted by Commissioner Board tonight
• SNAP interviews become mandatory Nov 1, 2024 (reported by Shane Stevenson)
• Concern that 1/3 of RESEA clients are from Camden County, not Gloucester
• Youth contract monitoring: RCSJ issues resolved, promising practices identified
• Job fairs: 497 registrations at Mega Job Fair, positive feedback

Mental Health Board

The Gloucester County Mental Health Board will receive presentations from multiple agencies and programs, including an anti-human trafficking update by Danielle Ziegler, a Systems Review Committee update on ICMS/Bridge/PATH programs, and reports from the Mental Health Administrator, NJ Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services, NAMI Gloucester County, ARRIVE Together, and Acenda Integrated Health. The board will also approve minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting.

• Anti-Human Trafficking presentation by Danielle Ziegler
• Systems Review Committee Update by Eric Stalter (ICMS/Bridge/PATH programs)
• Mental Health Administrator report by Dr. Becky DiLisciandro
• ARRIVE Together update by Jim Reed
• Acenda Integrated Health report by Sharon Veneziale & Christina Jackey

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Gloucester County Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine transportation advisory matters, including operations, budget, regional transit, and an NJ Transit report. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment period, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Discussion items on operations
• Budget update
• Regional transit report
• NJ Transit report
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024

The committee approved the September 12, 2024 minutes. Staff reported completing one of two site visits, with a review form distributed, and noted that a past driver training deficiency was resolved after 39 students completed wheelchair training. The next site visit is scheduled with SEN-HAN. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved September 12, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by DiGiambattista, second by Weinhardt)
• Noted completion of one of two site visits (SJTA Pureland Industrial Park)
• Confirmed driver training deficiency resolved after 39 students completed wheelchair training
• Scheduled next site visit with SEN-HAN

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC) will meet via Zoom to receive a presentation from Suzanne Nelson-Hoolahan, director and MDT coordinator of the Gloucester County Child Advocacy Center. The council will also consider approval of minutes from June and August 2024, receive updates from system partners and subcommittees, and discuss old and new business. The meeting is focused on coordinating care for children with behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and substance use challenges.

• Presentation by Suzanne Nelson-Hoolahan, Director and MDT Coordinator, Gloucester County Child Advocacy Center
• Approval of June 12, 2024 and August 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• System partner updates from CMO, FSO, Mobile Response, Partial, Screening, Outpatient
• Subcommittee updates on Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Educational Partnership, Juvenile Justice, Youth & Family, COMA
• Next meetings: Tri-Co hosted by Salem County on 10/30, local CIACC in-person at 115 Budd Blvd on 12/11

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a $3.17 million contract for resurfacing Sicklerville Road, amendments to emergency shelter motel contracts, and various equipment purchases. They will also vote on inserting $50,241 in state SNAP admin funding into the 2024 budget and approving a tax settlement for a West Deptford property.

• Contract with Lexa Concrete for resurfacing Sicklerville Road (CR 536 Spur) for $3,167,707
• Rock salt supply contract with Riverside Construction Materials up to $1,500,000
• On-call traffic signal maintenance contracts with Lee-Way Electric and Techna-Pro Electric up to $1,201,914 aggregate
• Second amendment to Pike Inn Motel emergency shelter contract increase of $4,600 (new total $53,100)
• Purchase of two Ford E-450 minibuses for Woodbury and West Deptford for $245,600

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will hear a presentation on the Back-to-School Meals Awareness initiative from the NJ Office of the Food Security Advocate. The council will also consider approval of June 2024 meeting minutes, receive sub-committee reports on allocations, appeals, and other programs, and take public comment. This meeting involves discussion of human services programs in Gloucester County.

• Presentation: Back-to-School Meals Awareness by Dan Dychtwald, PhD, MPH, MS, Policy Manager, NJ Office of the Food Security Advocate
• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2024 meeting
• Sub-Committee Reports: Allocations, Appeals, Comprehensive Emergency Assistance System (CEAS), Committee on Missing and Abused Children (COMA), Monitoring (MART), Nominating
• Reports: Child Care, One Stop Career Center / American Job Center
• Public comment periods (two) included

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a second reading of an ordinance to authorize bonds and agreements for the construction of the Rita and Larry Salva School of Nursing and Health Professions and the expansion of the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine. The meeting also includes several contract approvals for county services and infrastructure.

• Ordinance for Rowan University Nursing School and PA Program projects financing
• Contract with Natural Pet, Inc. for animal shelter food not to exceed $108,000
• Contract with Sweeping Corporation of America for street sweeping up to $185,000
• Contract with Colliers Engineering & Design for Berlin-Cross Keys Road resurfacing for $53,989.65
• Funding approvals for HOME ($545,346.20) and CDBG ($1,374,880.00) programs

Mental Health Board

The board will hold a virtual meeting to hear reports from the Mental Health Administrator, NJ Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services, NAMI Gloucester County, the ARRIVE Together program, and Acenda Integrated Health. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and old business. No votes on legislation or contracts are scheduled.

• Presentation by Mental Health Administrator Dr. Becky DiLisciandro
• Update from NJ Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services by Ronald Roebuck
• Report from NAMI Gloucester County Chapter by Suzanne Smith
• ARRIVE Together program update by Jim Reed
• Acenda Integrated Health presentation by Sharon Veneziale & Christina Jackey

The Gloucester County Mental Health Board approved the minutes from June 18, 2024, and received updates on the 988 crisis line, Mobile Crisis Response Teams (MCORT), Crisis Stabilization, and ARRIVE Together expansion. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting was informational and included a tour of the new Inspira facility.

• Approved minutes for June 18, 2024 (motion by Shane Stevenson, seconded by Eugene Caldwell)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Eugene Caldwell, seconded by JoAnn Dunagan)

WDB - Youth Development Council Committee

The Youth Development Council approved the May 21, 2024 minutes and heard updates on RCSJ youth services, including 120 summer participants and 95 continuing. The council plans to issue proposals for out-of-school and in-school youth programs in early 2025, pending funding. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved May 21, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Sulpizio, seconded by Quigley)
• Planned to issue proposals for youth programs in early 2025, pending funding

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Gloucester County Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting with items including roll call, approval of minutes, and discussion updates on operations such as the Program Support Act, BVI Art in the Park, and the LEAP Library Program. The agenda also includes a report from NJ Transit and standard old and new business sections, followed by a public portion. No specific decisions or funding amounts are listed; the meeting appears procedural with updates.

• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2024
• Discussion and updates on Program Support Act
• Discussion on BVI Art in the Park program
• Discussion on LEAP Library Program
• NJ Transit report

The committee approved the August 8, 2024 minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff updates on operations, program support, budget, and regional transit initiatives.

• Approved August 8, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Huston, second by DiGiambattista)

WDB - Marketing & Business Outreach Committee

The Gloucester County WDB Marketing & Business Outreach Committee reviewed a newsletter update, a logo redesign partnership with RCSJ featuring a $500 scholarship, and upcoming job fairs. Minutes from the prior meeting were deferred to the next meeting.

• Newsletter sent to 28,000 contacts with 40% open rate and 177 clicks
• Logo redesign partnership with RCSJ Computer Arts Graphic class; $500 scholarship from RCSJ Foundation
• Justice Impacted Job Fair scheduled Sept 13 at RCSJ
• Veterans Job Fair & Resource event scheduled Oct 2 at GC Library/Mullica Hill Branch
• Mega Job Fair & Resource event scheduled Oct 11 at RCSJ with Lunch & Learn

Local Advisory Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse

The Gloucester County Local Advisory Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (LACADA) and the County Alliance Steering Committee (CASS) will hold a joint meeting on September 10, 2024. The agenda covers standard procedural items including reports, old and new business, and public comments. LACADA will specifically discuss upcoming events and harm reduction under new business, and recap a vigil under old business. No votes or binding actions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of upcoming events
• Discussion of harm reduction
• Recap of vigil

The Gloucester County Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (LACADA) and its County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS) met on September 10, 2024. The committee heard that outreach at Gloucester County Social Services (GCSS) will now occur twice monthly, following fatality review findings that most decedents had contact with GCSS. The committee also discussed upcoming RFP for 2025 services, renewed grants, and a possible permanent monument using opioid settlement funds. No formal votes were taken; the meetings were procedural and informational.

• Approved motion to adjourn CASS meeting (moved by Tim, seconded by Jillian)
• Approved motion to adjourn LACADA meeting (moved by Bill, seconded by Tim)
• Announced GCSS outreach will occur twice monthly going forward
• Announced RFP process for 2025 services will begin in fall
• Noted first Opioid Settlement Money Committee meeting was held
• Reported innovations funding renewed for Recovery Center at college
• Reported Fatality Review Board grant renewed
• Discussed possible permanent monument with opioid settlement funds

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing resolutions to authorize the construction of the Rita and Larry Salva School of Nursing and Health Professions and the expansion of the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine. The meeting also includes several contract approvals and the insertion of grant funds into the 2024 budget.

• Authorization for the Rita and Larry Salva School of Nursing and Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine projects
• Budget insertions including $1,920,226.00 for HUD/CDBG/Home Investment Partnership
• Contract with Center for Family Services for opioid treatment at Salem County Correctional Facility not to exceed $265,000.00 per year
• Contract with Triad Associates for planning and project management not to exceed $160,000.00
• Shared Services Agreement with Rowan College of South Jersey for worker training not to exceed $60,000.00 per year

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a $2.12 million contract for road resurfacing and safety improvements on N. Evergreen Avenue and Broadway, a $1.23 million farmland preservation easement, and various budget adjustments. Other items include contracts for animal shelter supplies, election equipment, and a child advocacy grant. The meeting also covers budget insertions for opioid settlement funds and an ARPA mobile van.

• $2,120,320.22 contract with RE Pierson Construction for resurfacing N. Evergreen Ave (CR553) & Broadway (CR551) in Deptford, Woodbury, Westville
• $1,227,686 to purchase development rights on 21-acre farm in East Greenwich from Gloria S. Fastige Revocable Trust
• Insertion of $1,148,594 from national opioid litigation settlement into 2024 budget for addiction treatment
• Amendment to increase HMA materials contract with South State by $500,000 to $3,000,000
• Resolution restricting truck traffic on Pedricktown Road (CR 601) in Logan Township

Youth Services Commission

The Gloucester County Youth Services Commission is meeting to review minutes, receive an administrator's report, and hear updates on the Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative and a JJC State Report. The bulk of the meeting consists of programming reports from approximately 20 youth service providers, including Acenda, Boys & Girls Club, and YMCA. No votes on specific policies or expenditures are listed.

• Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative update by Emily Kohri, Family Court
• JJC State Report by Jessica Froba
• Provider reports from Acenda (electronic monitoring), Boys & Girls Club (Safe Space, summer camp), and YMCA (YBOX program)
• Reports from Woodbury (GALS/Blues Brothers) and Paulsboro (Alternative Evening Program)

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to review transit updates and operations. The body will discuss items related to the SJTA, NVRA, and NJ Transit reports.

• Approval of May 9, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of SJTA operations
• Review of NVRA
• Budget and cost discussions
• NJ Transit report

WDB - Full Workforce Development Board Committee

The Workforce Development Board met to approve the PY24/25 budget of $2,830,916, a slight decrease from the prior year. Members also adopted a Subrecipient Youth Food Reimbursement Policy and received updates on CTE building expansion, Project Search, and upcoming job fairs.

• Approved PY24/25 budget of $2,830,916
• Adopted Subrecipient Youth Food Reimbursement Policy
• CTE building expansion at RCSJ for trades (carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, welding) approved by County Commissioners
• Project Search entering 3rd year with Jefferson Hospital in Washington Twp.; 7 students enrolled
• Upcoming job fairs: Justice Impacted (Sept 13), Veterans (Oct 2), Mega Job Fair (Oct 11)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several contracts for public safety equipment, nonprofit grants for low-income residents, and shared services agreements. The meeting includes decisions on budget insertions for health and victim services and the purchase of a roadway easement in Mantua Township.

• Purchase of 91 portable radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc. for $453,867.45
• Grants to 9 nonprofit agencies for public service projects, including $35,000 for Food Bank of South Jersey, Inc.
• Purchase of a roadway improvement easement in Mantua Township from Edward and Carol Ann Dempsey for $16,000.00
• Shared services agreement with Bergen County for juvenile housing at $400.00 per day per juvenile
• Shared services agreement with Borough of Glassboro for Emergency Management Coordinator at $30,000.00 per year

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC) will meet to discuss coordinating services for children with behavioral health, developmental disability, or substance use challenges. The agenda includes a presentation on a Back-to-School and Resource Event, approval of prior minutes is postponed, and subcommittee meetings are announced.

• Presentation: Back-to-School and Resource Event
• Approval of April 10, 2024 minutes postponed to next meeting
• Subcommittee meetings scheduled for September 2024 (IDD, Educational Partnership, Youth and Family)

WDB - Resource Analysis & Performance Management Committee

The Resource Analysis & Budget Committee of the Gloucester County Workforce Development Board met and approved budget recommendations for program year 2024/25 totaling $2,830,916. They discussed adjustments to contracts for WIOA Youth, GA, SNAP, and WFNJ programs, and agreed to base future funding on customer volume and participation rates. Goals include increasing ITA allocations for career training and reinstating the incumbent worker program up to $60,000.

• Approved budget recommendations of $2,830,916 for PY24/25
• Adjusted contracts for WIOA Youth, GA, SNAP, and WFNJ programs
• Agreed to cap professional services at $50,000
• Reinstated incumbent worker training program with up to $60,000
• Committee will increase ITA line items for WIOA career training and co-enrollment

WDB - Executive & One Stop Operations Committee

The Executive & One Stop Operations Committee discussed budget decreases for PY24/25 adult and dislocated worker allocations. The body decided to submit certification documents with a draft MOU and request state assistance to obtain three missing partner signatures.

• Decision to submit a formal request letter to the State for assistance with MOU signatures
• Reported decrease in PY24/25 adult/dislocated and WFNJ funds
• Contract with Triad Associates to finalize the local area plan
• Disability Employment Job Fair held July 18 at RCSJ with 85 registered individuals
• Proposed review of by-laws by Executive Committee before a Nov. 6 Full WDB Membership approval

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing an ordinance to authorize bonds and lease agreements for the construction of the Rita and Larry Salva School of Nursing and Health Professions and the expansion of the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine. The meeting also includes votes on public safety contracts, budget revenue insertions, and law enforcement labor agreements.

• Ordinance for County General Obligation Loan Revenue Bonds for Rowan University nursing and PA program projects
• Contracts with Talantage, LLC and Anytime Staffing, LLC not to exceed $350,000 each per year
• Contract with Stryker Sales, LLC for EMS equipment totaling $509,981.83
• PY2024 Annual Action Plan with $1,374,880 in CDBG funds and $545,346 in HOME funds
• Ratification of employment agreements with PBA Local #122, FOP Lodge 97, and FOP Lodge 199

WDB - Resource Analysis & Performance Management Committee

The Resource Analysis & Performance Management Committee discussed budget decreases for PY24/25 adult/dislocated allocations and WFNJ funds due to low participation rates. Members discussed efforts to increase client participation through sanctions and new training orientations. The body will schedule a future meeting to review the budget once state templates are completed.

• Reported decrease in PY24/25 adult/dislocated and WFNJ funding allocations
• Denied requests for extensions of PY24 and WFNJ funds
• Discussion of returning unused Youth Allocation funds
• Implementation of sanctions for non-participating clients starting May 1, 2024
• Use of RCSJ as a new vendor for youth programs

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing resolutions to update the 2024 county budget with new grant funds. Items include authorizing contracts for election services, law enforcement equipment, and road resurfacing. The meeting also includes several official proclamations.

• $511,308.00 from National Opioid Litigation Settlement for substance use disorder treatment
• $321,000.00 grant agreement for child abuse and neglect prevention services
• $35,000.00 contract with Runbeck Election Services, Inc. for election support
• $36,021.34 increase to Paving Plus, LLC for Monroeville Road resurfacing
• $31,149.47 purchase of AEDs and training for the Division of EMS

County Agricultural Development Board

The Board will discuss updates to the Farmland Preservation Plan and ongoing litigation involving Summit City Farms and Hill Creek Farm. The meeting also includes a discussion on the SADC-New Appraisal Formula based on P.L. 2023, c. 235. Additionally, the Board will review an access easement filing for the Patane Farm.

• Farmland Preservation Plan Update discussion
• Litigation updates regarding Summit City Farms and Hill Creek Farm
• Access easement filing for the Patane Farm
• Discussion on SADC-New Appraisal Formula (P.L. 2023, c. 235)
• Soil Protection Standard Update

Youth Services Commission

The Youth Services Commission will review meeting minutes and hear a presentation regarding the Rutgers Employment Success Program. The meeting also includes updates on the Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative and reports from various youth service providers.

• Presentation: Rutgers Employment Success Program
• Report: Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative
• Report: JJC State Report
• Provider reports including Boys & Girls Club, YMCA, and Acenda

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is introducing an ordinance regarding financing for Rowan University's Nursing School Project and Physician Assistant Program. This involves loan and lease agreements between the County, the Gloucester County Improvement Authority, and Rowan University. A public hearing on this ordinance is scheduled for July 17, 2024.

• Contract with Excellance, Inc. for $1,317,998 to purchase four Type III Ambulances
• Budget insertion of a $1,176,028 WIC grant and $75,000 for the Overdose Fatality Review Team
• Contract with United Way of Gloucester County up to $148,500 for the Pureland East West Community Shuttle Program
• Contract with NMG Mailers, LLC up to $30,000 for election-related services
• Contract with US Corrections, LLC up to $100,000 for extradition services

Mental Health Board

The board will hear reports and presentations from various mental health agencies and organizations. No specific decisions or actions are listed on this agenda.

• Adult Systems Review Committee report
• NJ Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services presentation
• NAMI – Gloucester County Chapter update
• ARRIVE Together report
• Acenda Integrated Health presentation

WDB - Marketing & Business Outreach Committee

The committee reviewed newsletter analytics and discussed increasing publication frequency. Updates were provided regarding the upcoming Disability Employment Job Fair and a logo redesign project with RCSJ students.

• Disability Employment Job Fair scheduled for July 18 at RCSJ
• Newsletter sent to 26,145 contacts with a 43% open rate
• WDB logo redesign collaboration with RCSJ students starting this fall
• St. John of God Community Services Firecracker 50/50 Raffle drawing on July 2

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is reviewing resolutions regarding county contracts and budget updates. This includes accepting grants for public health preparedness and emergency management assistance. The board is also considering contract amendments for emergency motel shelter placements.

• Acceptance of $287,621 LINCS Grant for public health preparedness
• Application for $110,000 Emergency Management Agency Assistance Grant
• Contract amendments for emergency shelter at Pike Inn, Rainbow, and Primrose Motels
• Professional services contract with Bowman & Company, LLP up to $145,500
• Budget addition of $25,000 for Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program

Local Advisory Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse

The June 3, 2024, meeting for the County Alliance Steering Committee and LACADA consists primarily of procedural items. The agenda includes discussions regarding harm reduction and upcoming events.

• Discussion of harm reduction
• Discussion of upcoming events

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners will consider an appeal by D.R. Horton Inc. of a Planning Board decision denying a tripartite agreement for sewer construction in East Greenwich Township. The board will also vote on several contracts and grants, including a shared services agreement for inmate housing and a contract for tax map maintenance.

• Appeal by D.R. Horton Inc. of Planning Board denial (R.O.A. EG-0513) for sewer mains in county right-of-way
• Shared services agreement with Salem County to house inmates at $135/day, June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2029
• Contract with Remington & Vernick Engineers for tax map maintenance, not to exceed $207,800
• Insertion of $2,858,445 in opioid litigation settlement funds into 2024 budget
• Contract with Higher Ground Inc. for emergency response site maintenance, $43,872

WDB - Youth Development Council Committee

The Youth Development Council discussed updates on adult education and youth programs, including GED testing and enrollment. They also reviewed new hires, potential apprenticeship partnerships, and a proposed time change for the GED graduation ceremony.

• 35 individuals qualify for out-of-school youth program; 5 completed GED
• Program Advisor starts June 3, 2024; offer made for employment specialist
• Two employers with pre-apprenticeship models interested in speaking with youth
• Proposal to move GED graduation one hour earlier due to campus conflict
• Next meeting scheduled for September 17, 2024

Mental Health Board

The board will meet to discuss mental health services and hear presentations from various health organizations. Members are scheduled to vote on a screening waiver.

• Board vote on Screening Waiver
• Proclamation of May as Mental Health Awareness Month
• Presentation by ARRIVE Together
• Presentation by Gloucester County Adult Systems Review Committee (SRC)
• Reports from NAMI Gloucester County and Acenda Integrated Health

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to review operational updates and budget items. The agenda includes reports on regional transit and NJ Transit.

• Discussion of SJTA operations
• Review of budget and cost items
• Pureland regional transit updates
• NJ Transit report

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve a series of resolutions, including budget insertions, contracts, and grant applications. Key items include funding for road improvements, a new camera system for ballot drop boxes, and several health and social service grants.

• Elk Road (CR538) resurfacing and safety improvements - $1,000,000
• Countywide drainage and stormwater management project - $1,000,000
• Contract with Gridless Power Corporation for Verkada Camera System at 12 ballot drop boxes and 5 early voting centers - $150,062.37
• Contract with Mount Laurel Animal Hospital for afterhours emergency veterinary services - $30,000
• Shared services agreement for regional rehabilitation and reentry center with Salem and Cumberland counties

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Gloucester County Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) is holding a regular meeting to discuss and decide on matters related to human services programs. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, sub-committee reports on allocations, appeals, and other areas, as well as reports from county and state staff. A presentation is scheduled by the Family Support Organization, Mobile Response, and Care Management Organization.

• Approval of minutes from February 15, 2024 meeting
• Sub-committee reports: Allocations, Appeals, CEAS, COMA, Monitoring (MART), Nominating
• Reports from Child Care and American Job Center committees
• Presentation by Family Support Organization, Mobile Response, and Care Management Organization
• Next meeting scheduled for June 20, 2024

Youth Services Commission

The Gloucester County Youth Services Commission is meeting to review minutes, hear an administrator's report, and receive updates on the Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative and the JJC State Report. The bulk of the agenda is dedicated to provider programming reports from numerous local organizations offering services like mentoring, therapy, and after-school programs. The meeting is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative update by Emily Kohri, Family Court
• JJC State Report by Jessica Froba
• Provider reports from Acenda, Boys & Girls Club, YMCA, and others
• Review of February 2024 minutes
• Oath of office for Ken Ridinger and Kathy Seibert

WDB - Executive & One Stop Operations Committee

The Gloucester County WDB Executive & One Stop Operations Committee met to elect new officers, approve minutes, and review operations. Les Vail was elected chair and Dan Sulpizio vice chair. The committee also discussed WIOA training enrollments, DVRS performance, and committee updates.

• Les Vail elected WDB Chair; Dan Sulpizio elected Vice Chair
• MOU/IFA approved and signature pages sent to State
• WIOA: 22 enrollments, 10 adult, 12 dislocated; training in CDL, allied health
• DVRS: 198 cases opened, 41 placed in jobs over 90 days
• WDB Bylaws review to be presented at August Full WDB meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to adopt resolutions, including a public hearing on pre-qualification rules for the exterior restoration of the James and Ann Whitall House, and to approve multiple contracts and budget insertions. Key items include a $1.2 million per year carpentry services contract, a $241,803 insurance fraud unit budget insertion, and a $50,000 spotted lanternfly grant. The agenda is largely routine administrative approvals.

• Public hearing and adoption of pre-qualification regulations for bidders on the James and Ann Whitall House exterior restoration, funded by NJ Historic Trust
• Contract with Marino General Construction, Inc. for carpentry services at county buildings, $1.2M/year, April 2024-April 2026
• Budget insertion of $241,803 for insurance fraud unit salaries and $50,000 for spotted lanternfly chemical treatment
• Contract with JamFam Productions for International Food and Beer/Wine Festival at Red Bank Battlefield Park, $17,500
• Purchase of 26 automated license plate readers from Gold Type Business Machines, increased to $349,856

Mental Health Board

The Gloucester County Mental Health Board is meeting to conduct routine business and hear reports from mental health partners. The agenda includes a presentation on a screening waiver from Acenda Integrated Health.

• Presentation of Screening Waiver by Acenda Integrated Health
• Reports from Gloucester County Adult Systems Review Committee (SRC)
• Updates from NJ Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services
• Updates from NAMI – Gloucester County Chapter

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Local Citizen’s Transportation Advisory Committee will meet to review operational updates and regional transit reports. The agenda includes discussions on the SEN-HAN pilot project and the budget.

• SEN-HAN pilot project discussion
• Budget review
• NJ Transit report
• Regional transit updates regarding Pureland
• SUTA pass training and vehicle inspection updates

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC) meets to coordinate care for children with behavioral health, developmental, or substance use challenges. The agenda includes a presentation on Family Support & Care Management, reports from state representatives, and discussion of service gaps and trends. The meeting is largely routine coordination, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Presentation: Overview of Family Support & Care Management
• Reports from Children's System of Care state representatives (CMO, FSO, Mobile Response)
• Discussion of trends or gaps in access to services
• Approval of February 14, 2024 minutes
• Next meeting set for June 12, 2024 (Tri-County, hosted by Gloucester via Zoom)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider resolutions including issuing up to $17,556,000 in general obligation bonds for county and Rowan College of South Jersey capital improvements, and approving a shared services agreement with Rowan University for a summer theater program. The agenda also includes several contracts, grants, and appointments. Public comment is limited to five minutes per person.

• Authorizes issuance of up to $17,556,000 in general obligation bonds, Series 2024
• Shared services agreement with Rowan University for summer theater program (May 2024–April 2029)
• Contracts for print-related products totaling up to $90,000 (The Tree House, CVR, B2B Supplies, Quill)
• Veterinary services contracts for animal shelter: Pitman Animal Hospital ($22,800 annual fee + up to $60,000 emergency) and Clayton Veterinary Center (up to $40,000)
• Purchase of Shingrix vaccines from McKesson for $91,715

Local Advisory Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse

The County Alliance Steering Committee (CASS) and the Local Advisory Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA) are meeting to conduct business. The LACADA portion of the meeting includes discussions on a grant proposal and upcoming recovery events.

• Innovations Grant increase and proposal
• Upcoming events for those in recovery

Mental Health Board

The Gloucester County Mental Health Board will meet to discuss a written protocol presentation from the Adult Systems Review Committee. The board will also hear from Ronald Roebuck of the NJ Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services.

• Enhancement Team Presentation on information for a Written Protocol from the Adult Systems Review Committee (SRC)
• Presentation by Ronald Roebuck of the NJ Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services
• Approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings and vote on the 2024 county budget, a $31.9 million capital improvements bond ordinance, and a resolution to elect the 1977 CAP budget calculation method. The board will also vote on numerous resolutions, including contracts, grants, and tax appeal settlements.

• Adoption of the 2024 County Budget
• Bond ordinance for $31,884,047 in capital improvements, issuing up to $17,556,781 in bonds
• Contract with South State, Inc. for hot mix asphalt, up to $2,500,000
• Purchase of development rights on 60.424 acres in East Greenwich for $737,172.80
• Shared services agreement with Cumberland and Salem counties for a regional correctional facility

County Agricultural Development Board

The Gloucester County Agriculture Development Board will hold a public hearing regarding updates to the county's Comprehensive Farmland Preservation Plan. The board will also consider a resolution for a Special Occasion Event application on a preserved farm in Franklin Township.

• Public meeting on the Update to Gloucester County’s Comprehensive Farmland Preservation Plan
• Possible action on a Special Occasion Event application for Block 2702, Lot 13, Township of Franklin
• Oath of office for Commissioner Matt Weng/Campo
• Discussion of the Based Value Law (P.L. 2023, c. 235) appraisal formula
• Discussion of Soil Protection Standard

Youth Services Commission

The Gloucester County Youth Services Commission is holding its reorganization meeting, including the oath of office for Ken Ridinger and adoption of the agenda and December 2023 minutes. The commission will hear reports from administrators, the Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative, and the Juvenile Justice Commission, along with programming reports from various providers. This is a routine administrative and oversight meeting, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Oath of office for Ken Ridinger
• Adoption of agenda and December 2023 minutes
• Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative report by Emily Kohri
• JJC State Report by Jessica Froba
• Provider programming reports from Acenda, Boys & Girls Club, YMCA, and others

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is introducing the annual 2024 budget and a bond ordinance for capital improvements. The meeting also includes several resolutions regarding departmental spending, contract amendments, and staff appointments.

• Introduction of 2024 Annual Budget with public hearing on March 20, 2024
• Bond Ordinance for $17,556,781 to finance capital equipment and improvements
• Resolution to exceed budget cap limits to establish a cap bank
• Purchase of flu vaccines from Wells Fargo c/o FFF Enterprises, Inc. for $134,734.06
• Change order for Zone Striping, Inc. increasing contract to $1,217,716.42

Mental Health Board

The board is meeting to approve minutes from December 19, 2023, and conduct officer reorganization. The agenda includes new business presentations from various mental health administrators and organizations.

• Officer Re-organization
• Presentation by NJ Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services
• Presentation by NAMI – Gloucester County Chapter
• Presentation by Acenda Integrated Health
• Report from Gloucester County Adult Systems Review Committee (SRC)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is holding a budget meeting to discuss the proposed 2024 county budget, with a focus on the Educational Campus Overview. The meeting includes public comment periods limited to five minutes per person on agenda items only. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Discussion of proposed 2024 Gloucester County budget
• Educational Campus Overview presentation
• Public comment on agenda items (5-minute limit per person)

Human Serices Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will conduct an oath of office for the 2024-2026 term and review minutes from the November 2023 meeting. The agenda includes reports from various sub-committees and state representatives.

• Oath of Office for the 1/1/24-12/31/26 term
• Sub-Committee Reports including Allocations, Appeals, and CEAS
• Committee on Missing and Abused Children (COMA) report
• Child Care and American Job Center reports

WDB - Community Needs Assessment Committee

The Community Needs Assessment Committee discussed literacy program enrollment, re-entry services for ex-offenders, and vocational training. Members shared updates on student goals, upcoming job fairs, and internship opportunities for youth with disabilities.

• RCSJ ABE/ESL classes for Title II served 240 students, exceeding the 194-student goal
• Paid internships for youth with disabilities (ages 14-21) paying $18 per hour for up to 158 hours
• State Civil Service Commission job fair scheduled for March 13, 2024, at RCSJ Scott Hall
• Section 8 waiting list open from February 21 to February 24
• Literacy NJ reporting 32 students followed with 15 active students

Children's Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC)

The Gloucester County Children's Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC) is meeting to swear in its 2024 voting members, approve prior minutes, and hear reports from state representatives on children's behavioral health, developmental disability, and substance use services. The agenda includes standing discussions on youth and family voice, educational partnerships, juvenile justice, and service gaps. This is a routine coordination meeting with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Swearing in of 2024 voting members
• Approval of November 15, 2023 minutes
• Reports from Children's System of Care state representatives (CMO, FSO, Mobile Response)
• Discussion of service gaps and access trends
• Reminder: Tri-County CIACC on Feb 28, 2024 in Vineland; next Gloucester CIACC on Apr 10, 2024 via Zoom

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is holding a budget meeting to discuss the proposed 2024 county budget, including overview, operating, and capital components. Public comment is limited to five minutes per person on agenda items only.

• Discussion of proposed 2024 Gloucester County budget
• Overview, operating, and capital budget components
• Public comment period (5 minutes per person)

WDB - Marketing & Business Outreach Committee

The Marketing & Business Outreach Committee of the Gloucester County Workforce Development Board met to approve prior minutes, announce a new co-chair, and discuss updates to the WDB website and newsletter. They reviewed plans for an upcoming mega job fair, including workshops, registration, and a lunch-and-learn event. The committee also discussed a draft outreach activities policy to align with state law and the WDB's engagement plan.

• Approved August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Janet Garraty named co-chair effective immediately
• Mega job fair invitations to be emailed 2/12/24; workshops at GC Library on 3/6/24 and new Glassboro library on Rowan Blvd
• Draft outreach activities policy to be presented at next Executive Committee meeting
• Newsletter to include mega job fair, graduation job fair, and business resource event

Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (LCTAC)

The Local Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee will conduct its 2024 reorganization, including the election of officers and approval of the meeting schedule. The committee will discuss 2024 priorities and regional transit issues.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Approval of 2024 Meeting Schedule
• Discussion of SJTA, Pilot Bus, and Sen-Han Pilot Project
• Review of COST and statewide issues
• Discussion of regional transit issues

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a series of resolutions, including major purchases for public safety and infrastructure. Key items include a $2.19 million contract for GPS and encryption software for police radios, a $287,235 purchase of voting machines, and a $993,700 contract for ADA ramp and sidewalk improvements. The board will also consider grants for housing rehabilitation and a regional road safety plan.

• Motorola Solutions contract for $2,189,739.74 for police radio GPS and encryption
• Election Systems & Software purchase of 25 voting machines for $287,235.00
• South State, Inc. contract for $993,700.00 for ADA ramp and sidewalk improvements
• USDA Housing Preservation Grant of $148,964.95 for owner-occupied rehab
• Juvenile Justice Commission funding of $705,876.00 for delinquency programs

Local Advisory Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse

The Local Advisory Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA) and the County Alliance Steering Committee (CASS) are meeting to conduct business. The agenda includes the swearing-in of Commissioner Jim Jefferson.

• Swearing in of Commissioner Jim Jefferson as Deputy Director / Liaison
• Presentation by Ashley Villari, Outreach Coordinator for the Living Proof Recovery Center at Rowan College of South Jersey

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve a series of resolutions, including contracts for homeless services, juvenile programs, and various IT and maintenance agreements. The agenda includes proclamations and routine administrative items such as bill lists and budget transfers. Most items are routine approvals, with no major policy changes or public hearings.

• Contract with Rehab Clinics (NovaCare) for employee testing, up to $50,000/year
• Lease of copy machines from Ricoh USA, up to $275,000
• Contracts for homeless services: Center for Family Services ($31,160), Joseph's House ($45,179), SCUCS ($91,768), Volunteers of America ($90,300)
• Juvenile services contracts totaling up to $257,000/year across seven providers
• Fire alarm system maintenance with Siemens, $96,768 plus $8,000/year

Board of County Commissioners

The Gloucester County Board of County Commissioners is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where newly elected commissioners Jim Jefferson, Joann Gattinelli, and Matthew Weng will be sworn in, along with County Surrogate Giuseppe Chila. The board will also elect a Director and Deputy Director, and vote on a series of resolutions, including the temporary budget, official newspapers, and professional service contracts for 2024.

• Swearing-in of Commissioners Jim Jefferson, Joann Gattinelli, Matthew Weng and Surrogate Giuseppe Chila
• Resolution authorizing contract with Parker McCay, P.A. for bond counsel, up to $175,000
• Resolution authorizing contract with Brown & Connery, LLP for labor counsel, up to $275,000
• Resolution authorizing contract with Acacia Financial Group for financial advisor, up to $50,000
• Resolution authorizing temporary budget for 2024 and emergency appropriations