Hunterdon County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners adopted resolutions accepting grants and contracts, including a $162,000 VOCA grant for the SANE/SART program, a $200,000 federal transit grant for the LINK system, and a $71,416 state opioid innovation grant. They also approved a $45,000 historical commission grant, a $30,000 occupational health contract with Hunterdon Medical Center, and a $24,300 HVAC engineering contract. Additionally, the board issued proclamations honoring an Eagle Scout and a ranger for lifesaving actions.

• $162,000 VOCA grant for Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner/Sexual Assault Response Team program
• $200,000 federal transit grant for LINK Transportation System for seniors and disabled
• $71,416 state innovation grant for opioid use disorder prevention and treatment
• $45,000 New Jersey Historical Commission grant for local historical organizations
• $71,933.80 purchase of a boom mower from Power Place Inc.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners adopted several resolutions and a capital ordinance. Key actions include a $2 million appropriation from the Open Space Trust Fund for improvements to Deer Path Park, a $358,000 grant to the Chamber of Commerce Foundation for business support, and a $12,000 allocation for workforce development training. The board also authorized a lease with the Chamber of Commerce for office space and accepted state contracts for homelessness prevention and substance abuse services.

• Capital Ordinance 2022-11: $2,000,000 from Open Space Trust Fund for Deer Path Park improvements including playground equipment, ADA paths, restrooms, pavilion, and softball fields
• Resolution 2022-895: $358,000 grant to Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce Foundation for business education and entrepreneurship center
• Resolution 2022-894: $12,000 from American Rescue Plan to Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board for career training and summer youth employment
• Resolution 2022-896: $162,800 state contract with NJ Division of Family Development for homelessness prevention assistance
• Resolution 2022-893: Lease agreement with Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce for Economic Development office space

Development Review Committee (DRC)

The Hunterdon County Development Review Committee will meet to review and take action on several subdivision and site plan applications. Items include a major subdivision at 68 Route 31 in Raritan, a site plan for Raritan Junction on Junction Road and Route 523, and a site plan for Tallin Farm on Fairmont Road in Tewksbury. The committee will also ratify staff determinations on non-county applications.

• Major subdivision application M2221.003 for 68 Route 31, Raritan (Block 5, Lots 5.01,12,13)
• Site plan application N2221.003 for 68 Route 31, Raritan (Block 5, Lots 5.02,12,13)
• Site plan application R2221.001 for Raritan Junction, Junction Rd and Rt 523, Raritan (Block 16, Lots 2/16.04, 41.03/41.04)
• Site plan application N2224.002 for Tallin Farm, 141 Fairmont Rd, Tewksbury (Block 6.04, Lot 12)

Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health & on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (PAC) (PACADA)

The Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health and on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse will meet jointly to hear a presentation from the SHE Program of Family Guidance and to set meeting dates for 2023. The meeting also includes approval of September 2022 minutes and updates from the Mental Health Board, Division of Mental Health Services, and the County.

• Presentation by Linda Vendome and Tia Blackwill on the SHE Program of Family Guidance
• Approval of draft minutes from September 2022 meeting
• Setting of 2023 meeting dates
• Updates from Mental Health Board, Division of Mental Health Services, and County

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will introduce a $2 million capital ordinance for improvements to Deer Path Park, funded by the Open Space Trust Fund, and consider a discretionary spending freeze through year-end to combat inflation. Other items include grant applications for 911 center equipment upgrades, flood mitigation, and property acquisitions, as well as introduction of new golf course rates for 2023.

• Introduction of Capital Ordinance 2022-11 appropriating $2,000,000 from the Open Space Trust Fund for Deer Path Park improvements
• Resolution authorizing a $1,000,000 grant application for equipment upgrades in the Hunterdon County 911 Communications Center
• Resolution authorizing a $1,625,000 grant application to provide financial assistance for elevating homes in the floodplain
• Resolution authorizing a $625,000 grant application to acquire severe repetitive loss properties
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-12 amending Heron Glen Golf Course rates for 2023

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board will hold a regular meeting to vote on Resolution 2022-04 to preserve Barnes Farm in Raritan Township and Resolution 2022-05 regarding West View Vineyards' right-to-farm status. The board will also hear updates on a farm plan, receive staff and monitoring reports, and take public comment.

• Resolution 2022-04: Barnes Farm Preservation, Kingwood Block 6 Lot 23.02
• Resolution 2022-05: West View Vineyards right-to-farm matter, Raritan Twp. Block 25 Lot 4
• SADC Direct Easement Local Notice: Tewksbury Township Block 9 Lots 2, 6, 6.01, & 6.03 and Califon Borough Block 27 Lot 3
• Farm Plan Update by Barbara Davis of The Land Conservancy of NJ
• State Board of Agriculture Right to Farm in New Jersey Survey discussion

County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS)

The County Alliance Steering Subcommittee will convene to approve past meeting minutes, receive updates on county and municipal alliance programs, and discuss the FY2024 County Municipal Plan Grant Process. The meeting also includes unfinished business on DMHAS funding and the MAGS system.

• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2022 and September 14, 2022
• County update and Municipal Alliance Program reports
• Discussion of DMHAS funding
• Update on MAGS system
• FY2024 County Municipal Plan Grant Process

Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Hunterdon County Transportation Advisory Committee will convene virtually on November 9, 2022, to review and discuss several items including a bus upfitting update, NVRA mailouts, a by-laws update, and an overview of the 2023 LINK program. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from September 14, 2022, and reports from transportation, system operations, fiscal, and NJ Transit representatives. Public comments will be accepted at the end of the meeting.

• Discussion of 2023 LINK Overview
• By-Laws Update
• Bus Upfitting Update
• NVRA Mailouts
• Membership Terms ending soon

Mental Health Board (MHB)

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board will convene virtually on November 3, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The agenda includes approval of October 2022 minutes, reports from the county and state, and a NAMI Hunterdon update. New business items are Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training, a stigma update, and setting 2023 meeting dates.

Planning Board

The Hunterdon County Planning Board will meet to approve minutes from the October 6 meeting and receive updates on farmland preservation, open space, GIS, and planning. The Development Review Committee will meet immediately after the board meeting to review development applications.

• Development Review Committee meetings scheduled for Nov. 3 and Nov. 17, 2022
• Farmland preservation update from Bob Hornby
• Open space update from Bill Millette
• GIS update from Patty Leidner
• Planning update from Katherine Fullerton

Development Review Committee (DRC)

The Development Review Committee is meeting on November 3, 2022, to review subdivision and site plan applications. Items include a major subdivision at 7 Delevan Street in Lambertville, a minor subdivision at 5 Leslie Court in Raritan, and a site plan for JW Congregation Support, Inc. on Route 22 in Readington. The committee will also ratify staff determinations on which applications do not require County Planning Board approval.

• Major subdivision: 7 Delevan Street, Lambertville (Block 1028, Lot 20)
• Minor subdivision: 5 Leslie Court, Raritan (Block 63.11, Lot 9)
• Site plan: JW Congregation Support, Inc., 3480 Route 22, Readington (Block 15, Lot 23)
• Committee to ratify staff determinations on non-county applications

Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (LACADA)

The Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse will convene to approve minutes from May and September 2022, receive reports on county and regional updates, and conduct new business including nominations for chair/vice-chair and a presentation on the SHE Program from Family Guidance. The committee will also set meeting dates for 2023.

• Approval of minutes from May 18, 2022 and September 21, 2022
• Nominations for chair and vice-chair positions
• Presentation on the SHE Program by Linda Vendome and Tia Blackwill of Family Guidance
• Setting of 2023 meeting dates

Youth Services Commission (YSC)

The Youth Services Commission will convene to approve minutes from September 7, 2022, discuss a budget modification request, and receive a presentation from Acenda Inc. The meeting also includes updates on current trends, community engagement, and reports from various youth-serving agencies.

• Approval of September 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Budget modification request discussion
• Presentation by Acenda Inc.
• Reports from Children's Interagency Coordinating Council, Juvenile Justice Commission, and other agencies

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on November 1, 2022, starting with an executive session. The agenda includes resolutions to accept a $9,618 Right to Know Grant, approve a $7,500 audit contract, and appoint a member to the Agriculture Development Board. A consent agenda covers routine items such as claims, personnel actions, and contracts, including a $207,610 permeable paver parking lot, two police interceptors totaling $102,944, and $55,200 for body-worn cameras.

• Resolution to accept $9,618 Right to Know Grant for Health Department
• Contract award to Suplee, Clooney & Company for $7,500 audit of Housing Services
• Requisition for $207,610 permeable paver parking lot with Murray Paving & Concrete
• Two requisitions for police interceptor utilities from Winner Ford totaling $102,944.42
• Requisition for $55,200 in body-worn cameras from Watchguard Video for Sheriff's Office

The Board of County Commissioners approved several state grants for health and aging services and authorized the purchase of two police interceptor utilities. They also approved a contract for a permeable paver parking lot and finalized payments for the reconstruction of County Bridge C-32. Additionally, the Board appointed Alex Hammerstone to the Agriculture Development Board.

• Approved $9,618 Right to Know Grant for Health Department (5-0)
• Approved $1,045,332 Area Plan Contract Update grant (5-0)
• Approved $107,180 Statewide Respite Care Program grant (5-0)
• Approved two police interceptor utility purchases from Winner Ford for $51,472.21 each (5-0)
• Approved $207,610.02 contract with Murray Paving & Concrete, LLC for permeable paver parking lot (5-0)
• Approved $55,200 for body worn cameras for the Office of the Sheriff (5-0)
• Approved final payment of $45,734.53 to CMS Construction for Bridge C-32 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Appointed Alex Hammerstone to the Agriculture Development Board (5-0)

Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council will convene to approve prior meeting minutes, receive a Point in Time Overview for 2022, hear updates from the Bylaws Committee, and receive reports from county and state human services agencies. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2022
• Point in Time Overview 2022 presentation
• Bylaws Committee update
• Reports from County Department of Human Services, NJ Department of Human Services, and NJ Division of Child Protection and Permanency

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a $4 million contract for restoration of the Historic Hunterdon County Courthouse, along with several budget insertions and grant acceptances. A public hearing and adoption of a $600,000 capital ordinance for courthouse improvements are also scheduled.

• Resolution to award $4,041,399 contract to John O'Hara Company for Historic Courthouse restoration
• Public hearing and adoption of $600,000 capital ordinance for courthouse improvements from Open Space Trust Fund
• Budget insertion of $726,000 from American Rescue Plan Act
• Acceptance of $75,000 Overdose Fatality Review Team grant
• Historic preservation grants: $62,400 for Prallsville silo, $87,988 for Lambertville Jail, $81,226 for Solitude House

The Board approved a $4.04 million contract for restoration of the Historic Hunterdon County Courthouse and entered into an agreement with Crown Castle Fiber for high-speed fiber optic internet infrastructure. They also adopted a $600,000 capital ordinance for courthouse improvements, accepted a $2 million hazard mitigation grant for a flood warning system, and approved multiple budget insertions and historic preservation grants.

• Approved $4,041,399 courthouse restoration contract with John O'Hara Company (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Crown Castle Fiber for high-speed fiber optic internet infrastructure (5-0)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance 2022-10 appropriating $600,000 for courthouse improvements (5-0)
• Accepted $2,000,000 Hazard Mitigation Grant for flooded roadway and bridge warning system (5-0)
• Approved $1,119,800 budget insertion from NJ Office of Emergency Management (5-0)
• Approved $62,400 historic preservation grant to Delaware River Mill Society for Prallsville silo repairs (5-0)
• Approved $87,988.41 historic preservation grant to Lambertville Historical Society for jail restoration (5-0)
• Approved $81,226.41 historic preservation grant to Borough of High Bridge for Solitude House porch restoration (5-0)

Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems Committee (CEAS)

The Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems Committee will convene to review reports on the Homeless Prevention Program, Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP), and the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP), all provided by Family Promise of Hunterdon County. They will also discuss the Point In Time count results.

• Homeless Prevention Program report from Family Promise of Hunterdon County
• HPRP update from Family Promise
• Tri-County Continuum of Care report
• EFSP update from Family Promise
• Point In Time count debrief

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board will hold a public hearing on a Right to Farm matter for West View Vineyards in Raritan Township. The board will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and receive staff updates. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing: West View Vineyards, Raritan Twp., Block 25 Lot 4 (Right to Farm matter)
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2022 regular meeting
• Staff reports on monitoring and farm plan updates

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board approved a Site-Specific Agricultural Management Plan (SSAMP) for West View Vineyards, allowing a 15' x 30' concrete pad for grape processing and winemaking. The approval was granted with conditions, including that the applicant must obtain necessary state and federal licenses. The decision followed a public hearing with testimony from the applicant, neighbors, and a supporting farmer.

• Approved SSAMP for West View Vineyards concrete pad (9-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes of September 8 CADB meeting (voice vote, 4 abstentions)
• Forwarded Alex Hammerstone's application for Public Board Member to Commissioners for review

Development Review Committee (DRC)

The Development Review Committee will meet to review development applications. The agenda includes a site plan for AK Investments, LLC warehouses on Mineokoning Road in Raritan.

• Site Plan: AK Investments, LLC, Warehouses, 25 Mineokoning Road, Raritan

Mental Health Board (MHB)

The Mental Health Board is meeting to review minutes from September 1, 2022, and receive updates from the county, state, and NAMI Hunterdon. The board will also discuss CIT training and stigma updates.

• Presentation by Elizabeth Bayne of 'A New Way' Counseling and Psychotherapy Service
• CIT Training discussion
• Stigma Update
• Approval of September 1, 2022 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the September 1, 2022 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and updates on county and state mental health initiatives, including a community survey, Naloxone co-location, and upcoming CIT training.

• Approved minutes of September 1, 2022 meeting (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve several state grants for youth and health services and authorize capital improvements. The body is also reviewing various personnel appointments and interlocal agreements.

• Capital Ordinance 2022-10: $600,000 for general capital improvements to the Historic Courthouse
• State/Community Partnership Grant Program: $303,094.00 for the Comprehensive County Youth Service Plan Update 2023
• Childhood Lead Grant: $49,800.00 from the State of New Jersey Department of Health
• Final Change Order 1 with Vollers Excavating: $16,932.80 for emergency repairs to Bridge P-162 in Frenchtown
• Interlocal agreement between Delaware Valley Regional High School and the Hunterdon County Sheriff Department for School Class III Law Enforcement Officers

The Board approved Ordinance 2022-731, appropriating $600,000 from the Open Space, Recreation, Farmland Preservation and Historic Trust Fund for capital improvements to the Historic Courthouse. Commissioners also approved a $303,094 state grant for youth services, a change order for library renovations, and a resolution supporting a state bill to increase veterans' property tax deduction from $250 to $1,000. A road opening hardship waiver was granted to a Clinton Township resident for natural gas conversion.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-731: $600,000 from Open Space Trust Fund for Historic Courthouse capital improvements.
• Approved Resolution 2022-726: $303,094 state grant for 2023 Comprehensive County Youth Service Plan.
• Approved Resolution 2022-732: Change order #1 with Tri-Form Construction for library renovations including HVAC and Maker Space.
• Approved Resolution 2022-766: Supporting ACR-31 to increase veterans' property tax deduction from $250 to $1,000.
• Approved Resolution 2022-765: Road opening hardship waiver for Joanne Gepp to install natural gas service.
• Approved Resolution 2022-763: Final change order with Vallers Excavating for $16,932.80 for emergency bridge repairs from Tropical Storm Ida.
• Approved Resolution 2022-762: Interlocal agreement with Delaware Valley Regional High School for School Class III Law Enforcement Officer.
• Approved Resolution 2022-735: Amendment to decrease speed limits on Readington Road (County Route 620).

Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council approved the release of the County HSAC Survey, with a deadline of December 31, 2022. The By-laws Committee proposed renaming 'Consumer Member/Representatives' to 'Community Representative' and creating a new Housing Committee. The council also heard reports on the DCF Needs Assessment, the LINK transportation analysis, and a new Housing Case Manager position.

• Approved minutes of July 27, 2022 meeting (motion passed, 2 abstentions)
• Approved release of County HSAC Survey (Board of Commissioners approval noted)
• Proposed renaming Consumer Member/Representatives to Community Representative
• Proposed no term limits for new Community Representative (3-year terms)
• Proposed new permanent Housing Committee under Section D
• Approved co-locating Naloxone in AED machines at Route 31 complex
• Approved title for Housing Case Manager position (pending Board of Commissioners approval)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a $2.66 million contract for the LINK county transit system, a joint road opening hardship request for natural gas service in Frenchtown, and multiple grants and contracts. Several proclamations were adopted, including support for Operation Green Light and National Emergency Preparedness Month. The Board also heard public comments on road closures and emergency access.

• Approved $2,655,501 contract for LINK transit system with Easton Coach Co. (5-0)
• Approved joint road opening hardship request for natural gas service at 28 and 26 Kingwood Ave, Frenchtown (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted proclamation supporting Operation Green Light for veterans (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing September 2022 as National Emergency Preparedness Month (5-0)
• Approved $123,809.50 grant for Prosecutor's Office Operation Helping Hands program (5-0)
• Approved $49,800 Childhood Lead Exposure and Prevention Grant (5-0)
• Approved $10,794.11 open space grant to High Bridge for Lake Solitude debt service (5-0)
• Approved $25,123.08 open space grant to Clinton for playground improvements (5-0)

Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems Committee (CEAS)

The Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems (CEAS) Committee met on September 19, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so approval of March and June 2022 minutes was tabled to October 17, 2022. Officer elections were also deferred, with votes to be conducted by email. The committee discussed updates on Tri-County Continuum of Care funding, Point-in-Time homeless count results, and proposed by-law changes to reduce meeting frequency and waive the requirement that the CEAS chair be a member of HSAC.

• Tabled approval of March 21 and June 20, 2022 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum
• Deferred officer election; votes to be conducted via email
• Discussed proposed by-law changes: reduce meetings from 10 to 6 per year, waive requirement that CEAS chair be HSAC member

Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Transportation Advisory Committee received a presentation on the LINK Analysis Program from Transpo Group, detailing a study of the county's public transit system. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only, with updates on vehicle procurement, grant applications, and ridership trends.

• Approved minutes of July 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• No substantive decisions on transit changes or funding were made

County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS)

The County Alliance Steering Subcommittee is meeting to review updates on the FY2023 County Municipal Plan Grant process and DMHAS funding. The body will also discuss the MAGS system and membership renewal.

• Approval of May 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• FY2023 County Municipal Plan Grant Process Update
• DMHAS Funding discussion
• MAGS System discussion
• CASS Membership Renewal

The meeting was largely procedural and informational. The May 11, 2022 minutes were tabled due to lack of quorum. Staff reported on a third-party review of the county's transportation LINK system, an RFP for CDBG-CV funding, and the ongoing County Comprehensive Plan update. The Municipal Alliance Program is transitioning away from the Educational Services Commission for fiscal duties by year-end.

• Tabled May 11, 2022 meeting minutes to November 9, 2022 due to lack of quorum
• Noted FY2023 Municipal Alliance Grant Plan Update was approved by GCADA in May 2022
• Noted DMHAS/GCADA grant was approved in June 2022
• Heard that ESC will no longer handle billing for Municipal Alliance Program after December 31, 2022

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board is meeting to discuss staff and farm plan updates. The board will review a SADC local notice for Franklin and preliminary approvals for the Amwell Valley Conservancy.

• SADC Local Notice: Franklin Block 43 Lots 15 & 20
• Preliminary Approval: Amwell Valley Conservancy (East Amwell Block 8 Lots 25, 26, & 26.02)
• Preliminary Approval: Amwell Valley Conservancy (West Amwell Block 7 Lots 8, 8.07, 8.08, & 15)
• Right To Farm Matter: West View Vineyards, Raritan Twp. Block 25 Lot 4 (carried to October 13)

The board voted to recommend a direct easement for Franklin Township Block 43 Lots 15 & 20 (54 acres) and granted preliminary approval to add seven lots to existing Amwell Valley Conservancy easements in East and West Amwell. A right-to-farm hearing for West View Vineyards was carried to October. The board also discussed preservation eligibility criteria and received updates on active applications and monitoring.

• Recommended direct easement for Franklin Twp. Block 43 Lots 15 & 20 (voice vote, Blew abstained)
• Granted preliminary approval to add 7 lots to Amwell Valley Conservancy easements (6-0, 4 absent)
• Carried West View Vineyards right-to-farm hearing to October 13, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of July 14, 2022 CADB meeting (voice vote)

Youth Services Commission (YSC)

The Youth Services Commission is meeting to approve the 2023 Comprehensive Plan update and application. The body will also discuss subcommittee appointments and community engagement.

• Approval of July 6, 2022 meeting minutes
• 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update application review and approval
• Subcommittee appointments
• Community engagement discussion

The Commission approved the 2023 Comprehensive Youth Services Plan Update and CY223 grant application as presented, with several members abstaining. The plan focuses on stabilization of services amid staffing changes, legislative shifts, and school-related incidents. Additional state funding was noted, with a recommendation to allocate it to shelter beds. The meeting also included reports on youth services, enrollment data, and discussions on community engagement.

• Approved 2023 Comprehensive Youth Services Plan Update and CY223 grant application (motion carried; 6 members abstained)
• Approved minutes from July 6, 2022 (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a series of resolutions including a $728,400 rock salt contract for snow and ice control, a $799,923 roof restoration for county buildings, and numerous personnel actions such as promotions, hires, and salary adjustments. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the calcium chloride contract. The meeting also included proclamations recognizing Mary Melfi, Crime Stoppers award recipients, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and the Chabad Jewish Center grand opening.

• Approved $728,400 rock salt contract with Morton Salt Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $799,923 roof restoration for IT, Library HQ, and North Branch Library (5-0)
• Approved $338,880 for three new LINK buses (5-0)
• Approved $197,500 land purchase in Readington Township (5-0)
• Approved $135,000 NJ-JARC transit grant agreement (5-0)
• Approved $574,338 senior/disabled transportation grant application (5-0)
• Approved $222,226 federal transit grant application (5-0)
• Approved AED/opioid overdose reversal kit co-location policy (5-0)

Planning Board

The meeting consists of procedural items, including the approval of July 7, 2022, minutes and staff updates. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed for decision.

• Approval of July 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Staff updates on Farmland, Open Space, GIS, and Planning
• County Engineer's update
• Development Review Committee meeting to follow

Mental Health Board (MHB)

The board approved the June 2, 2022 minutes with one abstention. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports about county and state grant opportunities, including $600,000 in CDBG-CV funding and multiple DMHAS RFPs for mental health and substance use services. Updates were also given on NAMI Hunterdon's arts contest, the EISS program, and GenPsych's new adolescent care program.

• Approved June 2, 2022 minutes (motion carried, Walker abstained)

Development Review Committee (DRC)

The Development Review Committee is meeting to review applications for major and minor subdivisions and site plans. The committee will consider projects in Raritan, Lambertville, Clinton Twp, and Union.

• Subaru Dealership, 167 Route 31, Raritan
• HMC Phillips Barber Expansion, 72 Alexander Avenue, Lambertville
• Hunterdon County Vocational School, 1445 Route 31, Clinton Twp
• Bonnell Tavern, 2 Route 513, Union

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve several infrastructure contracts, accept state grants for recycling and law enforcement, and vote on various personnel appointments.

• Contract for reconstruction of Culvert W-115 Alexauken Creek Road not to exceed $731,414.23
• Engineering design for Pine Hill Road Bridge FC-80 replacement not to exceed $257,470.44
• Pedestrian bridge for Prescott Brook award to CMI Limited Company not to exceed $106,689.00
• Acceptance of $162,000 Recycling Enhancement Act (REA) Grant from NJ DEP
• Acceptance of $123,809.50 grant for the Prosecutor's Office Gangs, Guns, and Narcotics Task Force

The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners awarded a $731,414.23 contract to Grade Construction for culvert reconstruction on Alexauken Creek Road, accepted multiple state grants including $123,809.50 for the Prosecutor's Office gang task force, and approved a $106,689 pedestrian bridge for Prescott Brook. The board also reassigned the Division of Parks to Administrative Services and made several personnel appointments.

• Awarded $731,414.23 culvert reconstruction contract to Grade Construction (4-0-1)
• Awarded $106,689 aluminum truss pedestrian bridge contract to CMI Limited (5-0)
• Accepted $123,809.50 Operation Helping Hands grant for Prosecutor's Office (5-0)
• Accepted $85,442.54 Clean Communities Grant for Health Department (5-0)
• Accepted $162,000 Recycling Enhancement Act grant (5-0)
• Approved $257,470.44 engineering design contract for Pine Hill Road bridge replacement (5-0)
• Reassigned Division of Parks to Administrative Services (5-0)
• Approved appointments to Human Services Advisory Council and Solid Waste Advisory Council (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved several resolutions including emergency scour repairs to three county bridges for $592,125, accepted the 2021 county audit, and awarded Rediscover Hunterdon grants. It also approved multiple equipment purchases for the Public Works Department and various administrative actions. All votes were unanimous except for the bridge repair resolution, which had one abstention.

• Approved $592,125 emergency scour repairs to County Bridges F-82, H-95, R-43 (4-0, Rich abstained)
• Accepted 2021 County Audit (5-0)
• Awarded Rediscover Hunterdon Grant Awards to municipalities (5-0)
• Approved $103,198 FY2023 Municipal Alliance Grant insertion into 2022 budget (5-0)
• Approved purchase of five dump truck chassis from Gabrielli Kenworth, each up to $131,583.93 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of wheel loader from Jesco Inc. up to $189,680.63 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of dump bodies, snowplows, and accessories from Reed Systems LTD, six items up to $118,387.08 each (5-0)
• Approved speed limit reduction on County Route 523 in Delaware Township (5-0)

Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council approved releasing a county survey to gather public input for the next funding cycle (2024-2026). The survey will be sent to the Board of Commissioners for approval before public release in September. The council also discussed a proposed permanent Housing Navigator position, which still requires county approval, and received updates on LINK transportation and various programs.

• Approved release of COUNTY HSAC Survey (unanimous)
• Approved June 22, 2022 meeting minutes (L. Piazza Long abstained)
• Discussed Housing Navigator position; no formal action
• Received LINK transportation update; no action
• Received committee reports; no formal action

Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health & on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (PAC) (PACADA)

The Professional Advisory Committee on Alcohol & Drug Abuse approved the May 19, 2022 meeting minutes. Members received updates on the 988 suicide hotline rollout, the upcoming Comprehensive County Plan (2024-2027), and the planned Stigma Free Harvest Hope Festival. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners approved a $217,973 contract for Tropical Storm Ida drainage repairs on County Route 601, along with several other purchasing and grant resolutions. The board also adopted a proclamation recognizing Gordeuk Family Farm for 100 years in business and approved the 2022-2023 Controlled Hunting Program. All votes were unanimous among the four commissioners present, with Director John E. Lanza absent.

• Approved $217,973 bid to Mountain View Development & Contracting for Ida storm drainage repairs on County Route 601 (4-0)
• Approved $187,200 emergency repairs to Bridge Q-37 in Raritan Township (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $86,010 NJTPA transportation planning grant (4-0)
• Approved $10,730 Youth Leadership grant for substance abuse prevention (4-0)
• Approved $419,560 for 9-1-1 call taking equipment (4-0)
• Approved $214,245 for Main Branch County Library furniture (4-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Controlled Hunting Program (4-0)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing Gordeuk Family Farm for 100 years (4-0)

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board voted 8-0 (with 1 abstention) to oppose the preservation of a ~15-acre farm in Holland Township (Block 26, Lot 26) under the SADC Direct Easement program, citing its small size, Highlands location, flooding issues, and self-preserved status. The board also approved minutes, carried a public hearing for West View Vineyards to September, and canceled the August meeting.

• Opposed SADC easement for Holland Twp. Block 26, Lot 26 (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved June 9, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote, 2 abstentions)
• Opened, closed, and carried West View Vineyards public hearing to Sept. 8 (voice vote)
• Canceled August CADB meeting except for emergencies (voice vote)

Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Transportation Advisory Committee approved the May 11, 2022 minutes and discussed ongoing efforts to increase the county's vehicle pool, with a bid for new buses in preparation. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters; the meeting focused on reports and updates.

• Approved minutes of May 11, 2022 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by T. Shepherd, second by J. Hager, all in favor)

Planning Board

The Hunterdon County Planning Board meeting on July 7, 2022, was largely informational, with staff reports on farmland preservation, open space, GIS, projects, and planning issues. The only formal action was approving the June 2, 2022 minutes with corrections, with one abstention. No substantive decisions or votes on applications were recorded.

• Approved June 2, 2022 minutes with corrections (motion carried; Desiderio and Kuhl abstained)

Youth Services Commission (YSC)

The Youth Services Commission approved the minutes from May 4, 2022, and received updates from various agencies. Reports covered youth enrollment, substance use diagnoses, and program activities. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on information sharing and discussion of emerging needs.

• Approved minutes from May 4, 2022 (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board adopted multiple bond and capital ordinances for road, bridge, emergency training center, and other improvements, totaling over $25 million in appropriations. It also appointed a new County Counsel, Deputy County Administrator, and Clerk to the Board, and approved several contracts and grants.

• Adopted Bond Ordinance 2022-01 for roadway improvements, appropriating $6,100,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Bond Ordinance 2022-02 for bridge and culvert improvements, appropriating $5,480,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Bond Ordinance 2022-03 for Emergency Services Training Center Phase II, appropriating $3,500,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Bond Ordinance 2022-04 for various 2022 capital improvements, appropriating $2,080,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance 2022-05 for open space and farmland preservation, appropriating $4,720,090 (5-0)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance 2022-06 for vehicles, appropriating $813,500 (5-0)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance 2022-07 for heavy equipment and trucks, appropriating $1,934,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance 2022-08 for furniture, fixtures, and equipment, appropriating $875,500 (5-0)

Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council approved the May 25, 2022 minutes and elected J. Gorman as Chair and J. Collevechio as Co-Chair. The council discussed a proposal by K. Burghardt for a one-year trial case management position, with plans to discuss funding at the next meeting. No formal action was taken on the proposal.

• Approved May 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected J. Gorman as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected J. Collevechio as Co-Chair (unanimous)

Cultural and Heritage Commission

The commission will receive a presentation on a tourism initiative from the Director of Economic Development. Members will also review reports on the Local Arts Program and the County History Partnership Program.

• Tourism Initiative presentation by Marc Saluk
• Revolution NJ (formerly NJ250) update
• County History Partnership Program (CHPP) application and report
• Local Arts Program (LAP) and Special Project Grants report
• Marker Committee/HuntHistory project discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several bond and capital ordinances to fund roadway, bridge, and emergency services improvements. The meeting also includes the appointment of a new County Administrator and the allocation of various state grants.

• Bond Ordinance 2022-01 for roadway improvements appropriating $6,100,000.00
• Bond Ordinance 2022-02 for bridge and culvert improvements appropriating $5,480,000.00
• Bond Ordinance 2022-03 for Emergency Services Training Center Phase II appropriating $3,500,000.00
• Capital Ordinance 2022-05 for open space and farmland preservation appropriating $4,720,090.00
• Contract with Capital Paving & Contracting, LLC for road resurfacing not to exceed $2,797,361.80

Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems Committee (CEAS)

The Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems Committee is meeting to review reports on homeless prevention and emergency food programs. The body will also conduct an election of officers and discuss Pathways to Recovery.

• Election of Officers
• Homeless Prevention Program report from Family Promise of Hunterdon County
• HPRP Update from Family Promise
• EFSP Update from Family Promise
• Tri-County Continuum of Care report

The CEAS Committee met virtually on June 20, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so the March 21, 2022 minutes were tabled to the September 19, 2022 meeting. No officer election could be held due to insufficient members present. The committee received updates on the Tri-County Continuum of Care funding, EFSP funds, and the Point In Time count, but took no substantive votes.

• Tabled March 21, 2022 meeting minutes to September 19, 2022 (no quorum)
• No officer election held due to lack of quorum

Development Review Committee (DRC)

This is a procedural agenda for the Hunterdon County Development Review Committee meeting on June 16, 2022. The only listed items are the agenda itself and a document of signed actions; no substantive decisions, proposals, or discussion items are detailed in the provided text.

• Agenda document (JUNE 16 - AGENDA.PDF)
• Signed actions document (JUNE 16, 2022 SIGNED ACTIONS.PDF)

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board will discuss soil protection standards and a request for comments from the SADC. The board is also reviewing a commercial farm certification and a Century Farm Award nomination.

• Discussion of Soil Protection Standards and SADC Request for Comments
• Century Farm Award nomination for Cervenka Farm
• Commercial Farm Certification for West View Vineyards, Raritan Twp. Block 24 Lot 4

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board approved a commercial farm certification for West View Vineyards in Raritan Township, allowing the operation to proceed with on-site wine production. The board also approved a motion to nominate Cervenka Farm for a Century Farm Award and authorized a letter to SADC with comments on Soil Protection Standards. Additionally, the board voted to send a letter opposing the Governor's ability to appoint an SADC Executive Director.

• Granted Commercial Farm Certification to West View Vineyards (8-0, 2 absent)
• Approved motion to nominate Cervenka Farm for Century Farm Award (voice vote)
• Approved motion to write letter to SADC with Soil Standards comments (voice vote)
• Approved motion to write letter opposing Governor appointment of SADC Executive Director (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of May 12th meeting (voice vote)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing an application from Waste Management to increase tipping fees for municipal solid waste. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of Commissioner Jeff Kuhl and the allocation of American Rescue Plan funds for HVAC and human services.

• Hearing on Waste Management application to increase tipping fees at the Hunterdon County Transfer Station
• Grant of $383,000 in American Rescue Funds to Hunterdon County Vocational School District for HVAC replacement
• Grant of $300,000 in American Rescue Funds for mental health, substance use, housing, and domestic violence services
• Preliminary approval for Collins Farm (Block 40.02, Lot 1) in East Amwell for farmland preservation
• Contract amendment with Dewberry Engineers, Inc. for $40,170.00

The Board approved Waste Management's application to increase municipal solid waste tipping fees at the Hunterdon County Transfer Station to $85.00 per ton, with Commissioner Kuhl abstaining. The Board also authorized several American Rescue Plan-funded grants, including $383,000 for HVAC replacement at Hunterdon Central Campus and $300,000 for mental health and social services. Jeff Kuhl was sworn in as a new County Commissioner, and the Board adopted five proclamations recognizing Eagle Scouts and Polytech students.

• Approved tipping fee increase to $85/ton for Waste Management (4-0, Kuhl abstained)
• Approved $383,000 ARP grant for HVAC replacement at Hunterdon Central Campus (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 ARP grant for mental health, substance use, housing, and domestic violence services (5-0)
• Approved $683,000 ARP revenue insertion into 2022 County Budget (5-0)
• Approved $399,215 grant for Victim Witness Advocacy program (5-0)
• Approved $21,042 contract for Personal Assistance Services Program (5-0)
• Approved preliminary approval for Collins Farm farmland preservation in East Amwell (5-0)
• Adopted 5 proclamations recognizing Eagle Scouts and Polytech students (5-0 each)

Mental Health Board (MHB)

The Mental Health Board is meeting to review agency updates and state and county reports. The session includes a presentation by Amy Villano-Acenda and planning for Community Day on June 11.

• Approval of April 7, 2022 and May 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• 988 Rollout update
• Mental Health Awareness Month status
• CCP Plan and stigma planning
• Community Day June 11

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board held a regular meeting via Webex on June 2, 2022. The board approved the minutes from its April 7 and May 5 meetings. The meeting included informational reports on state mental health programs, a presentation from Acenda Integrated Health, and updates on local mental health initiatives. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of April 7, 2022 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 2022 meeting (motion carried)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to approve May 5 minutes and receive updates from county staff and department heads. The agenda consists of procedural reports and updates.

• Approval of May 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Staff updates on Farmland, Open Space, GIS, Project Management, and Planning
• Department Head’s Report on May 2022 staff activity
• Development Review Committee meeting following the main board meeting

The Hunterdon County Planning Board meeting on June 2, 2022, was largely informational, with staff updates on farmland preservation, open space, GIS, projects, and planning issues. The board approved the May 5, 2022 minutes with corrections (motion carried, with one abstention). No substantive policy decisions or applications were voted on; the meeting adjourned without new business.

• Approved May 5, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (motion carried; Tom Mathews abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:55 AM (motion by Andy Borkin, seconded by Richard Dodds)

Shade Tree Commission

The Hunterdon County Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss tree diseases and the 5-year Community Forestry Plan. The body will also review tree removals and planting projects.

• Discussion of Beech Leaf Disease, Emerald Ash Borer, Oak Wilt, and Bacteria Leaf Scorch
• Hazardous tree removal
• Goals for 5-year Community Forestry Plan
• Blue Star Memorial planting
• Landscaping stone removal at the North County Library

The Hunterdon County Shade Tree Commission met on May 25, 2022, and approved the March 30, 2022 minutes with amendments. The meeting focused on updates on tree diseases and pests, including Beech Leaf Disease, Emerald Ash Borer, Oak Wilt, and Bacterial Leaf Scorch, as well as ongoing tree removal and planting efforts. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved March 30, 2022 minutes with amendments (motion by Neil, second by Hans)

Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council approved the April 27, 2022 meeting minutes. The meeting was shortened due to an unexpected emergency, so no other substantive decisions were made. Items on nominations, LINK Transportation, and project submissions were deferred.

• Approved April 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health & on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (PAC) (PACADA)

The Professional Advisory Committees will review updates regarding mental health and county services. The agenda includes discussions on substance use agency fee for service rate changes and 988 implementation.

• Substance Use Agency Fee for Service Rate changes
• 988 Implementation discussion
• Review of March 17, 2022 meeting minutes

The Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health and on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse met jointly via Webex. They approved the March 17, 2022 minutes. Reports covered the upcoming 988 suicide hotline switch, Rutgers winning the EISS award for Hunterdon County, a $75,000 grant for hearing loops, and agency updates. No formal policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 17, 2022 (all in favor)
• Noted Rutgers University Behavioral Health received EISS award for Hunterdon County
• Noted county awarded $75,000 for hearing loops in three buildings
• Noted 988 implementation set for July 16, 2022

Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (LACADA)

The Hunterdon County Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (LACADA) is meeting to approve minutes from March 17, 2022, and receive updates from county, municipal alliance, PACADA, and HSAC representatives. Under new business, the committee will discuss the 2024 Comprehensive Community Plan (CCP) vision statement and ideas for future funding. The meeting is open to the public and will be held via Webex.

• Approval of March 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• County, Municipal Alliance, PACADA, and HSAC updates
• Discussion of 2024 CCP Vision Statement
• Discussion of 2024 CCP ideas and funding for future years

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on the 2022 county budget, including tax levies for the Open Space, Recreation, Farmland, and Historic Preservation Trust Fund ($6,980,956.52) and the County Library ($6,725,620.23). The board will also consider a cap bank ordinance, several grants, a marketing contract, and various resolutions. Proclamations honor a WWII veteran, Older Americans Month, the NAACP chapter, nurses, and EMS workers.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2022 County Budget
• Resolution to raise $6,980,956.52 by taxation for Open Space, Recreation, Farmland, and Historic Preservation Trust Fund
• Resolution to raise $6,725,620.23 by taxation for 2022 Operating Budget of Hunterdon County Library
• Grant agreement with NJ Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing for $75,000 for communication services
• Contract award to Percepture Incorporated for advertising & marketing campaign 2022

The Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2022 County Budget and approved a cap bank resolution to exceed budget appropriation limits. The budget keeps the tax rate the same for the fourth consecutive year. The board also approved funding for open space preservation and the county library, and authorized several contracts and grants.

• Adopted 2022 County Budget (4-0)
• Authorized cap bank to exceed budget appropriation limits (4-0)
• Approved $6,980,956.52 for Open Space, Recreation, Farmland, and Historic Preservation Trust Fund (4-0)
• Approved $6,725,620.23 for Hunterdon County Library Operating Budget (4-0)
• Awarded advertising & marketing contract to Percepture Incorporated (4-0)
• Approved $75,000 grant for communication services for deaf and hard of hearing (4-0)
• Approved contract modification with Vault Medical Services for COVID-19 testing site (4-0)
• Approved license agreement with Tewksbury Township for traffic light structures (3-0, 1 abstention)

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board voted not to support SADC preservation of the Damato Farm in Delaware Township due to wetlands and limited development potential. The board approved letters of support for preservation of the Smith, Schmied, and Marywind Farms, each with considerations for non-severable exception areas. The board also voted to request a 6-month extension for comments on the draft Soil Protection Standards and to begin studying a Farm Plan rewrite for 2032.

• Motion to not support Damato Farm SADC preservation (all in favor)
• Letter of support for Smith Farm with vet practice in non-severable exception area (all in favor)
• Letter of support for Schmied Farm with non-severable exception area around farmstead (all in favor)
• Letter of support for Marywind Farm with non-severable exception area around house (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Motion to request 6-month extension for Soil Protection Standards comments (all in favor)
• Motion to begin studying Farm Plan rewrite in 2030 for 2032 (8-2)
• Motion to write letter to SADC regarding appraisal process (all in favor)
• Approved April 14th meeting minutes as amended (all in favor)

County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS)

The County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS) approved a motion to accept one-time DMHAS funding from GCADA to pursue Matt Bellace programming for seventh-grade students, including a parent component called 'Hidden in Plain Sight'. The motion was made by T. Honthy, seconded by R. Neiber, and all members voted in favor. The subcommittee also approved the minutes of January 12, 2022, and discussed membership building and the upcoming MAGS system rollout.

• Approved one-time DMHAS funding from GCADA for Matt Bellace programming (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2022 (all in favor)

Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Transportation Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its March 9, 2022 meeting with two abstentions. No other formal decisions were made. The committee received reports on ongoing transportation planning with Transpo Group USA, driver shortages at Easton Coach, and grant updates from NJ Transit.

• Approved March 9, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor, two abstentions)

Planning Board

The Hunterdon County Planning Board approved the minutes from the April 7, 2022 meeting with corrections. The meeting was primarily informational, with staff updates on farmland preservation, open space projects, GIS initiatives, and capital projects. No substantive policy decisions were made; the board adjourned without public comment or new business.

• Approved April 7, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (motion by Dodds, second by Borkin)

Mental Health Board (MHB)

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board is meeting virtually to review minutes, receive county/state/NAMI updates, and take up new business including a presentation from Acenda Integrated Behavioral Health, Norwescap ACES funding, and 988 legislation. The agenda is largely routine with reports and updates, plus one action item on approving prior minutes.

• Presentation by Amy Villano of Acenda Integrated Behavioral Health
• Norwescap ACES funding discussion
• 988 legislation update (NJ bill A2500/2036)
• Approval of April 7, 2022 meeting minutes

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board met on May 5, 2022, but due to a lack of quorum, tabled the approval of the April 7, 2022 minutes. The board heard reports on county and state updates, including a $75,000 grant for hearing loops and the awarding of Early Intervention Support Services (EISS) funding to Rutgers for Hunterdon County. No formal decisions were made beyond tabling the minutes.

• Tabled approval of April 7, 2022 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum
• Heard report on $75,000 grant for hearing loops and ASL programming
• Noted Rutgers UBHC awarded EISS funding for Hunterdon County
• Discussed 988 crisis line implementation and $3.7M LOI for lifeline centers

Youth Services Commission (YSC)

The Hunterdon County Youth Services Commission is meeting virtually to approve March minutes, hear reports from youth-serving agencies, and discuss the 2023 Comprehensive Youth Services Plan and grant application. The meeting is advisory, with no major decisions expected beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of March 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports from CIACC, CSOC, DCP&P, NJJJC, and other agencies
• Planning Subcommittee report
• 2023 Comprehensive Youth Services Plan update and grant application

The Hunterdon County Youth Services Commission approved the minutes from its March 2, 2022 meeting. The meeting consisted primarily of reports from various agencies and subcommittees, with no substantive policy decisions or votes on new actions. The next meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2022.

• Approved minutes from March 2, 2022 (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including a five-year golf cart lease for Heron Glen Golf Course and multiple grants. The board carried the Waste Management tipping fee increase resolution to the June 7 meeting for further analysis. No public comments were made on the tipping fee hearing.

• Approved Resolution 2022-311 establishing 'Explore Hunterdon' grant program (4-0)
• Carried Resolution 2022-312 on Waste Management tipping fee increase to June 7 meeting (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-313 accepting $10,309 VAWA grant (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-314 accepting $15,000 veterans transportation grant (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-315 accepting $283,709 Juvenile Justice Commission grant (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-317 awarding golf cart lease to E-Z-GO, $106,787.52/year for 5 years (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-320 professional services contract with Pennoni Associates, $69,800 (3-0, Rich abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2022-321 modifying Vault Medical Services COVID-19 testing contract (4-0)

Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council approved the March 23, 2022 meeting minutes with two abstentions. The council heard a presentation on the Hope One mobile resource van, which has served 793 people, distributed 81 Narcan kits, and made 4 rehab referrals. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved March 23, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Acosta, second by Gorman; two abstentions)

Cultural and Heritage Commission

The Commission will review the March 23, 2022, meeting minutes and receive a presentation from GIS Division Head Patricia Leidner. Reports will be provided regarding Revolution NJ, the County History Partnership Program, and various grants.

• Presentation by GIS Division Head Patricia Leidner
• Revolution NJ (formerly NJ250) report
• County History Partnership Program (CHPP) application and report
• Local Arts Program (LAP) report
• Discussion of document storage for manuscripts and plans

The Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission approved the March 23, 2022 minutes and heard updates on the newly launched HuntHistory.org web app, grant applications, and upcoming events. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved March 23, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will meet to introduce the FY 2022 county budget, approve several road and bridge maintenance contracts, and consider a resolution to exceed state budget caps. The agenda also includes proclamations, a human services update, and a public comment period. Most other items are routine approvals on the consent agenda.

• Introduction of FY 2022 Hunterdon County Budget
• Resolution to exceed county budget appropriations limits and establish a cap bank
• Award of County Bid #2022-02 for road and bridge materials: Eastern Concrete Materials ($31,220), Green Rock Recycling ($20,000), Stavola Construction Materials ($441,500), Trap Rock Industries ($51,778.75)
• Award of County Bid #2022-03 for guide rail improvements on various county roads ($429,712)
• Award of County Bid #2022-05 for First Responder notification services ($187,050, five-year contract)

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board approved letters of support for two direct easement applications: Tinsman Farm in Kingwood Township (34.9 acres) and Barrettstown Joy LLC in Readington Township (102 acres). The board also held a public information session on the Comprehensive Farmland Preservation Plan update, with a draft expected by early fall and adoption by year's end. Staff reported progress on several farm preservation projects, including the closing of Mitchell Farm in Kingwood Township.

• Approved letter of support for Tinsman Farm direct easement (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved letter of support for Barrettstown Joy LLC direct easement (9-1)
• Approved minutes of March 10, 2022 meeting (voice vote, 3 abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Planning Board

The Hunterdon County Planning Board approved forwarding a site-specific amendment to the Wastewater Management Plan for Block 36 Lot 27 in Readington Township to the Board of County Commissioners, deeming it consistent with the County Master Plan. The board also approved the March 3, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational with staff updates.

• Approved March 3, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (motion carried)
• Forwarded Readington Township sewer service area request (Block 36 Lot 27) to County Commissioners

Mental Health Board (MHB)

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board is meeting virtually to review minutes from February and March, receive updates from county, state, and NAMI Hunterdon, and discuss new business including Mental Health Awareness Month in May and Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training coming to the county. The only action item is approval of the minutes.

• Approval of minutes from February 3, 2022 and March 3, 2022
• Discussion of May as Mental Health Awareness Month
• Discussion of CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) training coming to Hunterdon County
• Updates from NAMI Hunterdon

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board approved the March 3, 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming state RFPs for mobile substance use disorder services and contingency management, as well as plans for Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training in the county. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved March 3, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by L. Hartman, second by R. Walker)

Development Review Committee (DRC)

This is a routine Development Review Committee meeting agenda. The only substantive item is a document of signed actions from the meeting, indicating decisions were made, but no specific details are provided in the agenda text.

• Signed actions document for April 7, 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The provided documents contain only an agenda list and a meeting packet without specific item descriptions or details. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are documented in the provided text.

Shade Tree Commission

The Hunterdon County Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing tree health issues and upcoming events. Old business includes updates on Beech Leaf Disease, Emerald Ash Borer, Spotted Lantern Fly, and Bacteria Leaf Scorch, as well as hazardous tree removal and goals for the 5-year Community Forestry Plan. The commission will also plan the Arbor Day Celebration on April 29, 2022, which includes planting trees at twenty schools and an elm tree at the Arboretum.

• Arbor Day Celebration on April 29, 2022, with twenty schools requesting trees
• Blue Star Memorial planting
• Planting an elm tree at the Arboretum
• Discussion of Beech Leaf Disease, Emerald Ash Borer, Spotted Lantern Fly, and Bacteria Leaf Scorch
• Goals for 5-year Community Forestry Plan

The Hunterdon County Shade Tree Commission approved having county park staff transplant trees from the 300th nursery to Melicks Bridge Park in Clinton Township. The commission also discussed several tree health issues, including an unconfirmed report of Beech Leaf Disease in Vorhees State Park and the spread of Spotted Lantern Fly to trees other than Ailanthus. Plans were set for the Arbor Day celebration on April 29th at the Hunterdon County Arboretum, where a Lacebark Elm will be planted.

• Approved transplanting trees from 300th nursery to Melicks Bridge Park
• Approved minutes of January 2, 2022 (Neil Hendrickson abstaining)
• Set Arbor Day celebration for April 29 at 9am at Hunterdon County Arboretum
• Scheduled next meeting for May 25, 2022 at 6pm

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Hunterdon County Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee is meeting to review and recommend municipal grant applications, including a discussion of a change to Clinton Town's scope of work. They will also review the 2022 open space acquisition grant allocations totaling $1,985,176.08, and discuss parks improvement and capital projects for 2022. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and setting 2022 meeting dates.

• Review of 2022 open space acquisition grant allocations: $1,985,176.08
• Discussion of Clinton Town's change to scope of work for a municipal grant
• Parks Improvement and Capital Projects for 2022
• Approval of July 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2022 meeting dates

Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council is meeting to approve the February minutes, hear a presentation on Ride Free Transportation, and receive reports from county and state agencies. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of February 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Ride Free Transportation
• Reports from County Department of Human Services, NJ DHS, DCP&P, and HSAC committees
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) held a regular meeting on March 23, 2022, and approved the minutes from its February 23, 2022 meeting. The main agenda item was a presentation by Shaun Ellis, co-founder of Free Bridge Mutual Aid, about its Ride Free transportation service serving the greater Lambertville area. No formal decisions were made regarding the presentation or other agenda items, which were informational or reports only.

• Approved February 23, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by S. Elliott, seconded by J. Acosta, all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:36 p.m. (motion by J. Cassano, seconded by S. Elliott)

Cultural and Heritage Commission

The Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission is meeting virtually to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive reports from the chair and executive director. They will discuss grant programs including the Local Arts Program, County History Partnership Program, and Special Projects Grants, as well as commission projects and old business. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of February 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment limited to 2 minutes per person
• Discussion of Revolution NJ (formerly NJ250)
• Reports on Local Arts Program (LAP), County History Partnership Program (CHPP), and Special Projects Grants
• Old business: document storage and manuscripts/plans

The Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission held a routine monthly meeting, approving the February 23, 2022 minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on staff reports, updates on grants and programs, and planning for upcoming events. The April meeting is scheduled to be in person.

• Approved February 23, 2022 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems Committee (CEAS)

The Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems Committee will convene to approve minutes from January and hear reports on homeless prevention, rapid re-housing, and emergency food/shelter programs. Old business includes a homeless housing voucher request. The meeting is largely routine updates and reports.

• Homeless Prevention Program update from Family Promise of Hunterdon County
• HPRP (Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program) update
• Tri-County Continuum of Care report
• EFSP (Emergency Food and Shelter Program) update
• Homeless housing voucher request by R. Todd-Marino

Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health & on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (PAC) (PACADA)

The Hunterdon County Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health and on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse will convene via Webex. They will review draft minutes, receive updates from the Mental Health Board and county divisions, hear a presentation on the M-WRAP program, and nominate new officers. The meeting is open to the public.

• M-WRAP Program presentation by Kelly Travino and Rudolph Coleman
• Nominations for new Chair and Vice Chair
• Draft minutes from January 20, 2022 meeting
• Updates from Mental Health Board and Division of Mental Health Services

The Professional Advisory Committees approved the January 20, 2022 minutes with corrections. Members unanimously re-elected M. Margulies as Chair and R. Walker as Vice Chair for another year. The meeting included updates on state RFPs, budget proposals, and a presentation on the M-WRAP program's expansion to all substances. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved January 20, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Re-elected M. Margulies as Chair and R. Walker as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (LACADA)

The Hunterdon County Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (LACADA) is meeting to approve minutes from January 19, 2022, and receive updates from county, municipal alliance, PACADA, and HSAC representatives. The main new business is a presentation by Yashira Pepin on Kloxxado, a medication used to reverse opioid overdoses.

• Approval of January 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Yashira Pepin on Kloxxado (opioid overdose reversal medication)
• County update report
• Municipal Alliance update report
• PACADA and HSAC updates

The meeting was primarily informational, featuring a presentation on Kloxxado, an 8 mg naloxone nasal spray, by Hikma Pharmaceuticals. No substantive decisions were made; the only formal action was approving the minutes of the January 19, 2022 meeting. Reports covered county updates, municipal alliance progress, and upcoming PACADA/HSAC activities.

• Approved minutes of January 19, 2022 (all in favor)
• No other formal decisions or votes recorded

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners approved a $808,800 contract for interior renovations at the Main Branch Library, extended the COVID-19 testing site contract through April 30, 2022, and adopted a resolution opposing the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The board also approved several grants, contracts, and proclamations, all in 4-0 votes with Commissioner Van Doren absent.

• Awarded $808,800 library renovation bid to Tri-Form Construction (4-0)
• Extended COVID-19 testing site contract with Vault Medical Services through April 30, 2022 (4-0)
• Adopted resolution opposing Russian invasion of Ukraine (4-0)
• Approved $314,514 VOCA grant application for Prosecutor's Office (4-0)
• Approved $75,000 Growth Management Plan consulting contract with Heyer, Gruel & Associates (4-0)
• Approved $54,119.61 cloud backup storage requisition with CDW Government (4-0)
• Approved $162,000 Recycling Enhancement Act grant application (4-0)
• Approved $1,000 WIC/Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition grant application (4-0)

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board approved preliminary preservation for the 77.8-acre Cvetan/Collins Farm in East Amwell Township and voted to support a direct easement for the Evans Estate in Franklin Township. The board also approved the February meeting minutes and received updates on several active farmland preservation applications, including the closed Ely Farm sale.

• Granted preliminary approval for Cvetan/Collins Farm preservation, East Amwell Twp. (voice vote)
• Approved letter of support for Evans Estate direct easement, Franklin Twp. (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of February 10, 2022 CADB meeting (voice vote)

Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Hunterdon County Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review minutes, hear reports from transportation staff and NJ Transit, and discuss unfinished business including a transportation RFP award and new tablets installed in vehicles.

• Minutes of January 12, 2022 meeting
• NJ Transit bus inspections correspondence
• Transportation RFP company awarded
• New tablets installed in vehicles

The Transportation Advisory Committee approved the minutes from January 12, 2022, with one abstention. Erin Neukum reported that Transpo Group USA, Inc. was awarded the transportation RFP for a comprehensive analysis of routes, housing, and service hours. The committee also discussed ongoing driver shortages, new tablet installations, and NJ Transit grant updates.

• Approved January 12, 2022 meeting minutes (one abstention)
• Awarded transportation RFP to Transpo Group USA, Inc.

Planning Board

The Hunterdon County Planning Board is meeting for its regular monthly session. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including approval of minutes, updates from county staff and the county engineer, and committee reports. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is largely administrative.

• Approval of minutes from February 3, 2022 meeting
• Staff updates on farmland, open space, GIS, project management, and planning
• County Engineer's update
• Development Review Committee report
• Public comment period

The Hunterdon County Planning Board meeting on March 3, 2022, was largely informational, with no substantive decisions made. The board approved the minutes from the February 3, 2022 meeting. Staff provided updates on farmland preservation, open space acquisitions, GIS projects, county facilities, and planning issues, but no formal actions were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of February 3, 2022 meeting (motion carried)

Mental Health Board (MHB)

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board met via Webex on March 3, 2022, but took no formal votes on substantive matters. The board tabled the February 3, 2022 meeting minutes due to a lack of quorum, to be considered at the April 7 meeting. Members heard a presentation from Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care on its Early Intervention Support Services (EISS) program proposal, with discussion of a $1M grant and a planned launch in June or July. The meeting adjourned with a motion to close, passed unanimously.

• Tabled February 3, 2022 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum
• Heard Rutgers EISS program presentation for RFP consideration
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous motion

Development Review Committee (DRC)

The provided meeting materials consist only of an agenda and signed actions document without specific discussion topics or proposals. No new developments or decisions are detailed in the source text.

Youth Services Commission (YSC)

The Hunterdon County Youth Services Commission is meeting virtually to approve January minutes, hear reports from various youth and family service agencies, and discuss the 2021 program summary and planning for 2023. The meeting is advisory, with no major decisions expected beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of January 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports from Children's Interagency Coordinating Council, Department of Children and Families, and Juvenile Justice Commission
• Discussion of 2021 Program Summary Report
• Planning process for 2023 subcommittee groupings

The Hunterdon County Youth Services Commission approved minutes and nominated Sheriff F. Brown as Co-Chair for 2022, with no opposition. Reports covered youth services data, including 127 youth enrolled in care management, 171 Mobile Response dispatches, and 225 children served by DCP&P. The commission discussed grant summaries, planning for 2023, and agency updates, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved minutes from March 2, 2022 meeting (all in favor)
• Nominated Sheriff F. Brown as Co-Chair for 2022 (motion carried, no opposition)

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider resolutions on grants, contracts, appointments, and routine matters. Key items include a $20,000 economic development grant to Flemington, a shared services agreement with Sussex County for health officer services, and several grant applications. The agenda also includes a discussion on a roundabout study and speed limit reduction for County Route 523, plus a sheriff's update on state bills.

• $20,000 grant to Borough of Flemington for Master Plan revisions
• $13,745 VAWA grant for Prosecutor's Office (federal $10,309, county match $3,436)
• $75,000 grant application for deaf/hard of hearing accessibility equipment
• $85,217.31 contract with Signal Electric for generator relocation at North Branch County Library
• Shared services agreement with Sussex County for Health Officer services

The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners approved a $20,000 economic development grant to Flemington for master plan revisions, a shared services agreement with Sussex County for health officer services, and several other resolutions including grants, contracts, and appointments. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except for two items where Commissioner Rich abstained. The board also acknowledged letters from Readington Township regarding a roundabout study and speed limit reduction on County Route 523.

• Approved $20,000 economic development grant to Borough of Flemington for master plan revisions (5-0)
• Approved shared services agreement with Sussex County for health officer services (5-0)
• Approved $13,745 VAWA grant for Prosecutor's Office (5-0)
• Approved $75,000 grant application for deaf/hard of hearing accessibility (5-0)
• Approved $85,217.31 contract with Signal Electric for generator relocation (5-0)
• Acknowledged Readington letters on roundabout study and speed limit reduction (5-0)
• Approved amended SWAC appointments and LACADA reappointment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims register, minutes, hires, and contracts (5-0, with abstentions on two items)

Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear a presentation from Tri County CMO, discuss committee roles and reporting, and receive updates from county and state agencies. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Approval of January 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Tri County CMO
• Discussion of committee roles, reporting, and expectations
• Reports from County Department of Human Services, NJ DHS, and DCP&P
• Public comment period (3-minute limit per person)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council met via Webex and approved the January 26, 2022 minutes with one abstention. The main agenda item was a presentation by L. Zimmermann on the Tri-County Care Management Organization, which serves youth with behavioral health needs in Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren counties. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; other items were informational updates or discussions.

• Approved January 26, 2022 meeting minutes (one abstention)
• Heard presentation on Tri-County CMO services for youth (informational)
• Discussed committee assignments and membership (no action)
• Noted updates on ERMA mortgage assistance, utility shutoff moratorium, and COVID testing sites (informational)

Cultural and Heritage Commission

The Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission is meeting virtually to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive reports from the chair and executive director. They will discuss grant programs including the Local Arts Program and County History Partnership Program, as well as ongoing projects like the Marker Committee and document storage. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of January 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Revolution NJ (formerly NJ250) initiative
• Local Arts Program (LAP) and County History Partnership Program (CHPP) reports
• Marker Committee / HuntHistory project update
• Old business: document storage and manuscripts/plans

The Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission held a routine monthly meeting, approving the January 26, 2022 minutes. Staff reported on upcoming grant deadlines, the Teen Arts Festival, and a review of five special project grant applications. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved January 26, 2022 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Development Review Committee (DRC)

The provided meeting record contains only an agenda list and signed actions without specific discussion topics or proposals. No new projects, rezonings, or contracts were detailed in the provided text.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several grant agreements for transportation, environmental health, and agriculture. The agenda also includes various professional service contracts, personnel appointments, and public hearing authorizations.

• Subcontract with NJTPA and NJIT for $88,762.50
• 2022 County Environmental Health Act Grant Agreement for $294,083.00
• SCDRTAP funding agreement with New Jersey Transit Corporation for $594,808.73
• Grant agreement for County Comprehensive Farmland Preservation Plan update up to $30,000.00
• Warrant records management system for Sheriff's Office not to exceed $75,000.00

The Board approved several resolutions, including a $88,762.50 subcontract for transportation planning with NJTPA and NJIT, a $294,083 CEHA grant agreement, and a $594,808.73 SCDRTAP funding agreement. It also authorized a public hearing on tipping fee adjustments for the Transfer Station, supported Senate Bill 1200, and approved various appointments and personnel actions. A shared services agreement with Sussex County for Health Officer services was withheld until a later date.

• Approved Resolution 2022-129: Subcontract for FY 2022 Subregional Transportation Planning Program with NJTPA and NJIT, total $88,762.50.
• Approved Resolution 2022-130: CEHA Grant Agreement with NJDEP, total $294,083.
• Approved Resolution 2022-131: SCDRTAP funding agreement with NJ Transit, $594,808.73.
• Approved Resolution 2022-137: Authorized public hearing on tipping fee adjustment for Transfer Station.
• Approved Resolution 2022-139: Supported Senate Bill 1200 requiring legislative approval for extension of states of emergency.
• Approved Resolution 2022-140: Reappointed Donald E. Broughton and Howard Guenther, Jr. to Parks & Open Space Advisory Committee.
• Approved Resolution 2022-142: Hired Andrew Russano, Jr. as Emergency Response Specialist (Van Doren abstained).
• Approved Resolution 2022-179: Road opening hardship request for 114 Annandale High Bridge Road (Van Doren and Soloway voted no).

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving staff updates. The board will vote on a resolution for the Grochowicz house replacement and relocation in Bethlehem, and hold a Right to Farm hearing for Serrani Farm in Clinton Township.

• Resolution 2022-03: Grochowicz House Replacement & Relocation - Bethlehem Block 44 Lot 6
• Right to Farm hearing: Serrani Farm - Clinton Township Block 16 Lots 70, 71, 72
• Comprehensive Farmland Preservation Plan Update
• Monitoring Update

Development Review Committee (DRC)

This is a procedural agenda for the Hunterdon County Development Review Committee meeting on February 3, 2022. The only listed items are the agenda itself and a PDF of signed actions from that date; no substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

• Agenda document (FEBRUARY 3 - AGENDA.PDF)
• Signed actions document (FEBRUARY 3 2022 SIGNED ACTIONS.PDF)

Mental Health Board (MHB)

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board is meeting virtually to review minutes and correspondence, receive updates from county, state, and NAMI Hunterdon, and discuss new business including the Ray Freeney Community Connection Initiative, an EISS Grant, and a suicide study. The suicide study discussion is marked as an action item, indicating a possible decision or vote.

• Ray Freeney Community Connection Initiative discussion
• Al Bassetti – EISS Grant discussion
• Suicide study by JAMA Psychiatry on national trends of mental health care among US adults who attempted suicide (action item)
• Minutes of January 6, 2022 meeting (draft attached)

The board unanimously supported Hunterdon Medical Center's proposal for an Early Intervention Support Services (EISS) grant to open a walk-in urgent care facility for adults with acute mental health symptoms. The board also approved the January 6, 2022 minutes with one correction. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included informational updates on state programs and community initiatives.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2022 with correction (one abstention)
• Unanimously supported EISS grant application by Hunterdon Medical Center

Planning Board

The Hunterdon County Planning Board is holding its regular monthly meeting, primarily consisting of procedural items such as approving minutes, receiving updates from county staff and the county engineer, and hearing committee reports. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from January 6, 2022 meeting
• Staff updates on farmland, open space, GIS, project management, and planning
• Department head report on staff activity from July to January 2022
• Development Review Committee meetings scheduled for Feb. 3 and Feb. 17, 2022
• County Engineer's update

The Hunterdon County Planning Board meeting on February 3, 2022, was primarily informational, with staff and committee reports. No formal motions or decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes and adjourning. Updates included new COVID testing center, farmland preservation grants, open space acquisitions, and transportation repairs.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2022 meeting (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:06 AM (motion carried)

Construction Board of Appeals

This agenda contains only a meeting notice for a special meeting of the Hunterdon County Construction Board of Appeals on February 3, 2022, referencing a document for 'Pfieffer V West Amwell.' No agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or limited to the referenced matter.

• Special meeting notice for February 3, 2022
• Referenced document: FEBRUARY03-SPECIALMEETINGNOTICEPFIEFFERVWESTAMWELL.PDF

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider resolutions including a contract amendment for Code Blue sheltering, voting machine printer purchases, and various appointments and consent agenda items. The board will also hear updates from the Sheriff on jail consolidation and from Engineering and Grants departments. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per person.

• Contract modification #1 with NJ Dept. of Human Services for Code Blue sheltering, increasing reimbursable ceiling from $112,800 to $162,800
• Purchase of voting machine printers from Election Systems & Software, not to exceed $69,889
• Approval of 17 engineering firms for 2022 through fair and open procurement
• Reappointments to Construction Board of Appeals (Paul Grefe, Alan Horton) and RVCC Board of Trustees (Thomas Borkowski)
• Consent agenda includes contracts for Overdose Fatality Review Team ($55,000), NORWESCAP safe housing ($38,298), and Monarch Housing ($10,000)

The Board approved several resolutions, including the purchase of printers for new voting machines, a contract modification for Code Blue sheltering, and various appointments and personnel actions. All votes were unanimous among present commissioners, with Commissioner Holt absent for some items. The board also discussed the opening of a COVID-19 testing center and a new mortgage assistance program.

• Approved $69,889 for voting machine printers (4-0, Holt absent)
• Approved $162,800 contract modification for Code Blue sheltering (4-0, Holt absent)
• Approved 2022 engineering firm agreements (5-0)
• Reappointed Paul Grefe and Alan Horton to Construction Board of Appeals (4-0, Holt absent)
• Reappointed Thomas Borkowski to RVCC Board of Trustees (4-0, Holt absent)
• Approved claims register and check #9882 (5-0, Rich abstained on check)
• Approved $55,000 contract with Prevention Resources for Overdose Fatality Review (5-0)
• Approved $92,450.91 for Sunnyside Parking Lot repair (5-0)

Cultural and Heritage Commission

The Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission is meeting virtually to reorganize, approve minutes, and hear reports on grants and programs. They will also discuss and potentially approve the 2022 meeting schedule. The agenda includes public comment and updates on local arts and history grants.

• Election of fellows and nominating committee
• Approval of December 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Draft 2022 meeting dates (e.g., Feb 23, Mar 23, Apr 27)
• Reports on Local Arts Program (LAP), County History Partnership Program (CHPP), and Special Projects Grants
• Discussion of document storage for manuscripts/plans

The Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission reorganized, electing Carol Cronheim as Chair and Gayle Maher as Vice Chair. They approved the December 1, 2021 minutes, the 2022 meeting schedule, and heard reports on grants and programs. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Elected Carol Cronheim as Chair and Gayle Maher as Vice Chair (all in favor)
• Approved December 1, 2021 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule (all in favor)

Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC)

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates on the DCF Needs Assessment, and discuss new and old business including housing and committee reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of October 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• DCF Needs Assessment update by Meagan O'Reilly
• Housing Committee discussion under new business
• Reports from County Department of Human Services and other agencies

The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council approved a Housing Committee survey targeting landlords, providers, and consumers. The council also approved the October 27, 2021 meeting minutes with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational reports.

• Approved Housing Committee survey for landlords, providers, and consumers (all in favor)
• Approved October 27, 2021 meeting minutes (one abstention)

Shade Tree Commission

The Hunterdon County Shade Tree Commission is meeting to reorganize with officer nominations, discuss ongoing tree health issues, and plan for the upcoming Arbor Day celebration. The agenda includes setting goals for the 5-year Community Forestry Plan and reviewing membership. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Reorganization: nominations for chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary
• Discussion of tree diseases: Beech Leaf Disease, Emerald Ash Borer, Spotted Lantern Fly, Bacterial Leaf Scorch
• Goals for 5-year Community Forestry Plan
• Arbor Day Celebration on April 29, 2022; notices to be sent to schools for trees
• Annual Accomplishment Report due February 15, 2021

The Hunterdon County Shade Tree Commission approved the minutes from November 8, 2021 with a typo correction and reorganized for 2022, electing Hans Hanbicki as Chairman, Bill Wild as Vice Chairman, and Tom Mathews as Secretary. They decided to change 2022 meeting dates to the last Wednesday of each month at 6 pm. The commission discussed the need for a new 5-year community forestry plan, planned the Arbor Day celebration for April 29, 2022, and noted the annual accomplishment report is due February 15, 2022.

• Approved November 8, 2021 minutes with typo correction
• Elected Hans Hanbicki Chairman, Bill Wild Vice Chairman, Tom Mathews Secretary
• Changed 2022 meetings to last Wednesday at 6 pm
• Set Arbor Day celebration for April 29, 2022 with elm tree planting

Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health & on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (PAC) (PACADA)

The Hunterdon County Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health and on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse are meeting to review minutes, receive updates from the Mental Health Board and county divisions, and discuss new business, including a presentation from the Open Door Recovery Center and COVID-related agency struggles. The meeting is open to the public and will be held via Webex.

• Presentation by Kacey McKowen from the Open Door Recovery Center
• Discussion of COVID and agency struggles
• Approval of draft minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting
• Updates from Mental Health Board and Division of Mental Health Services

The Professional Advisory Committees on Mental Health and on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse met via Webex on January 20, 2022. The only formal decision was approval of the November 18, 2021 meeting minutes. The meeting consisted primarily of reports and updates from county staff and member agencies, including announcements of state funding opportunities, the closure of two local substance use treatment providers, and COVID-related operational changes at various facilities.

• Approved November 18, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by C. Isaac, second by K. Bloodgood, all in favor)

Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (LACADA)

The Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (LACADA) is meeting to approve minutes from November 2021 and receive updates from county, municipal, and related committees. They will also discuss the Overdose Fatality Review Team's end-of-year report and begin planning for the CCP 2024-2027 cycle. The agenda includes an executive session for agency updates and upcoming RFPs.

• Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Overdose Fatality Review Team End of Year Report
• Reminder of CCP 2024-2027 planning
• Municipal Alliance SFY2023 Strategic Plan update
• Executive session on agency news and upcoming RFPs

The committee preliminarily approved the fiscal year 2023 county municipal alliance grant plan, which is level-funded and identical to the prior year's plan. They also approved the minutes from November 3, 2021. Reports covered the Point In Time Count, overdose statistics, and the closure of a major provider due to bankruptcy.

• Preliminarily approved FY2023 municipal alliance grant plan (motion by M. Logan, second by J. Giotis)
• Approved minutes of November 3, 2021 (motion by R. Neiber, second by M. Logan)

Construction Board of Appeals

This is a special meeting of the Hunterdon County Construction Board of Appeals. The agenda contains only a meeting notice document and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Special meeting notice for January 19, 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a range of resolutions, including awarding grants to address food insecurity, approving contracts for nutrition services, accepting state and federal grants, and making administrative changes. The agenda also includes proclamations honoring a judge, an Olympic athlete, and a World War II veteran, as well as public comment and reports from county departments.

• Award $144,000 to America's Grow a Row and $77,851 to Flemington Area Food Pantry for food insecurity
• Approve multiple contracts with Meals on Wheels totaling over $796,000 for nutrition programs (2022-2024)
• Accept $283,709 Juvenile Justice Commission grant for youth services
• Approve $171,323.30 for emergency scour repairs to County Bridge F-87 on County Route 617 (Tropical Storm Ida)
• Establish Department of Economic Development and Tourism and reclassify staff

The Board approved multiple resolutions, including grants for food insecurity, contracts for senior nutrition services, and various infrastructure and administrative items. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The board also established a new Department of Economic Development and Tourism and reclassified staff positions.

• Approved $144,000 grant to America's Grow a Row for food insecurity (5-0)
• Approved $77,851 grant to Flemington Food Pantry for food insecurity (5-0)
• Approved multiple Meals on Wheels contracts totaling over $796,000 for nutrition services (5-0)
• Approved $283,709 Juvenile Justice Commission grant for youth services (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 NJ State Council on the Arts grant for cultural projects (5-0)
• Approved $75,000 purchase of Lauber Property for Musconetcong Mountain Preserve (5-0)
• Approved $171,323 emergency bridge repair contract for Tropical Storm Ida damage (5-0)
• Established Department of Economic Development and Tourism and reclassified Marc Saluk as Director (5-0)

County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board is meeting to elect 2022 officers and sub-committees, designate newspapers for public notices, approve the 2022 meeting schedule, and review minutes from December 2021. They will also discuss staff updates, the Comprehensive Farmland Preservation Plan, and monitoring updates. New business includes preliminary approval for the Barnes Farm in Kingwood.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Designation of newspapers for public notices (Hunterdon Democrat, Star Ledger, Trenton Times, Courier News, Express Times, TAPinto)
• Approval of 2022 meeting dates (2nd Thursday monthly, no August meeting unless needed)
• Preliminary approval for Barnes Farm, Kingwood Block 6 Lot 23.02
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per person

The Hunterdon County Agriculture Development Board approved preliminary preservation for Barnes Farm in Kingwood Township, contingent on including the driveway in the exception area. The board also elected officers, appointed subcommittees, and approved meeting dates and minutes. Several farm preservation updates were reported, including Beam Farm declining an offer and Saums Farm facing delays.

• Elected Dave Bond as Chair and Bob Hoffman as Vice-Chair (7-0, 2 abstentions, 1 absent)
• Approved preliminary preservation for Barnes Farm, Kingwood Twp., with driveway in exception area (5-3, 1 abstention, 1 absent)
• Approved designation of newspapers for public notices (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved 2022 meeting dates (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved December 9, 2021 minutes (voice vote, all in favor, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-01 thanking Gerry Lyness for service (voice vote, all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-02 thanking Ted Harwick for service (voice vote, all in favor)
• Appointed Bill Bowlby as POSAC liaison (voice vote, all in favor)

Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Hunterdon County Transportation Advisory Committee met on January 12, 2022, and approved the minutes from the November 10, 2021 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports and updates. Key topics included the suspension of LINK service fares for 2022, the ongoing challenge of purchasing new vehicles due to supply chain issues, and the status of the Volunteer Driver Program and a transportation study RFP.

• Approved minutes of November 10, 2021 meeting (one abstention)
• Suspended LINK service fares for 2022 (no formal vote, stated by staff)
• Planned purchase of six new vehicles, pending 2023 chassis availability
• Prioritized trips for medical, dialysis, employment, and shopping if service reductions occur
• Released RFP for Transportation Study, proposals due February 3, 2022

County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS)

The County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS) is meeting to approve minutes from November 2021, hear a presentation on the Hunterdon County Recovery Court, and receive updates on county and municipal alliance programs. They will also discuss the FY2023 County Municipal Plan Grant process and reorganize the subcommittee.

• Approval of November 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Hunterdon County Recovery Court by EAP Michael Sweeney
• FY2023 County Municipal Plan Grant Process update
• CASS Reorganization

The County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS) granted preliminary approval to move forward with the FY2023 municipal alliances strategic plan packet. The committee also voted to keep C. Honthy as Chair and V. Miller as Co-Chair. The meeting included an informational presentation on the Hunterdon County Drug Court (recovery court) by Michael Sweeney of the Prosecutor's Office. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Granted preliminary approval to move forward with the FY2023 municipal alliances strategic plan packet
• Approved minutes of November 10, 2021
• Voted to keep C. Honthy as Chair
• Voted to keep V. Miller as Co-Chair

Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems Committee (CEAS)

The Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Systems Committee will convene to hear reports on homeless prevention and assistance programs, including updates from Family Promise and the Tri-County Continuum of Care, and discuss the 2022 Point-in-Time count. The meeting is open to the public and will be held virtually via Webex.

• Homeless Prevention Program report by Family Promise of Hunterdon County
• HPRP (Homeless Prevention Rapid Re-housing Program) update
• Tri-County Continuum of Care report
• EFSP (Emergency Food and Shelter Program) update from Harvest Family Success Center
• Discussion of 2022 Point-in-Time count

The committee approved a 7-day count methodology for the 2022 Point-in-Time homeless count, as recommended by the Tri-County Continuum of Care. The motion was made by R. Todd-Marino, seconded by J. Gorman, and passed unanimously. The count will begin on January 26, 2022, and will include a mandatory street count reportable to HUD. The committee also received updates on homeless prevention programs, including Family Promise's report of increased arrears payments and the exhaustion of EFSP funds.

• Approved 7-day count methodology for 2022 Point-in-Time count (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of October 18, 2021 (all in favor)
• Approved Angela Fields as Hunterdon County representative to Tri-County CoC executive committee (reported as recommended and approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:32 p.m. (motion passed)

Mental Health Board (MHB)

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board is meeting virtually to review minutes, receive updates from county, state, and NAMI, and discuss unfinished business on the State of Mental Health in America report. New business includes addressing closing agencies and the need for services, as well as COVID's increasing impact and community responses.

• Minutes of December 1, 2021 meeting
• State of Mental Health in America report discussion
• Closing agencies and need for services
• COVID increasing and community responses

The Hunterdon County Mental Health Board met on January 6, 2022, and heard reports on agency closures and service gaps. Kwenyan & Associates closed in Hunterdon County, and Hunterdon Drug Awareness Program (HDAP) went out of business after 45 years, leaving gaps in youth and substance use services. The board discussed the impact of COVID-19 on agencies, including staffing and testing costs. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes of December 2, 2021 (one abstention)
• Noted closure of Kwenyan & Associates in Hunterdon County
• Noted closure of Hunterdon Drug Awareness Program after 45 years
• Discussed plans for RFP for Chapter 51 services for 2022
• Adjourned meeting at 6:17 p.m.

Planning Board

The Hunterdon County Planning Board held its January 6, 2022 meeting, electing officers for 2022 and approving the meeting calendar. The board also approved the December 2, 2021 minutes and designated newspapers for public notices. No substantive land-use decisions were made; the meeting focused on administrative matters and staff updates.

• Elected Carol Hoffmann as Chair, Andy Borkin as Vice Chair, Phil Greiner as Secretary (approved)
• Approved minutes of December 2, 2021 meeting with revisions
• Designated newspapers for public notices (HC Democrat, Star Ledger, Courier News, Express-Times, Trenton Times, TAPinto)
• Approved 2022 Planning Board and DRC meeting dates

Youth Services Commission (YSC)

The Hunterdon County Youth Services Commission approved the minutes from November 3, 2021, and nominated Sheriff Brown as Co-Chair for 2022. The commission also discussed prevention programming planning, including revisiting the 2020 planning recommendations and potentially redirecting funds. No other formal decisions were made; most items were informational reports from various agencies.

• Approved minutes from November 3, 2021 (all in favor)
• Nominated Sheriff Brown as Co-Chair for 2022 (motion carried, no opposition)

Board of County Commissioners

This is the Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners' reorganization meeting for 2022. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of the agenda itself, a Facebook live stream of the meeting, and photos of the ceremony. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• County reorganization meeting for January 4, 2022
• Facebook live stream of the meeting
• Photos of the ceremony

The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners held its reorganization meeting, swearing in County Clerk Mary H. Melfi and Commissioners Susan J. Soloway and J. Matthew Holt. Commissioner John Lanza was elected Director and Commissioner Zachary Rich was elected Deputy Director. The board approved a series of routine resolutions covering 2022 appointments, salaries, and administrative matters, including a temporary budget and a contract for employee benefits consulting.

• Elected John Lanza as Director of the Board (voice vote)
• Elected Zachary Rich as Deputy Director (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2022-01 for Labor, Bond, and Special/Conflicts Counsel (4-0, Lanza abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2022-36 for the 2022 Temporary County Budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-37 with Assured Partners of NJ for benefits consulting (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-39 appointing Shana L. Taylor as Public Compliance Officer (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-40 appointing Meagan Q. O'Reilly as Fair Housing Officer (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-49 appointing Dan Schulze as 9-1-1 Coordinator (5-0)

Construction Board of Appeals

The Hunterdon County Construction Board of Appeals is adopting a resolution to establish its regular meeting schedule for 2022. The meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of each month at 4:30 PM in the County Commissioner's Meeting Room. This is a procedural action required by the Open Public Meetings Act.

• Resolution sets 12 monthly meetings for 2022, starting January 19 and ending December 14
• Meetings to be held at County Administration Building #1, 71 Main Street, Flemington, NJ
• Resolution to be posted on County Bulletin Board and sent to Hunterdon County Democrat, The Star Ledger, and The Courier News