Hunterdon County public meetings in 2023

Board of County Commissioners

The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special telephonic meeting. The primary item for consideration is the authorization of an award for property casualty insurance coverage for the county.

• Resolution authorizing an award for Property Casualty Insurance Coverage for the County of Hunterdon

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The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several open space acquisition grants and historic preservation funds for various townships. The meeting includes public hearings for capital ordinances regarding the Hunterdon County Arboretum and local park dams.

• Open space acquisition grants including $750,000 for Windy Hill Road property in Clinton Township
• Historic preservation grants including $205,000 for the Bank Barn at Dvoor Farm in Raritan Township
• Public hearings for Capital Ordinances 2023-15 (Arboretum) and 2023-16 (Deer Path and Echo Hill Park dams)
• Contract with Eplus Technology, Inc for firewall maintenance not to exceed $67,523.93
• Resolution to create a standalone Department of Human Resources

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The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve several bond ordinances for roadway improvements and the acceptance of various state and federal grants. The agenda also includes contract awards for tree removal and engineering services, as well as several personnel appointments.

• Adoption of Bond Ordinances 2023-12, 2023-13, and 2023-14 for roadway improvements to CR 601, CR 579, and other county-wide roads
• Acceptance of grants including $150,000 for Highlands Plan Conformance and $162,000 for the Recycling Enhancement Act
• Contract amendment for Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for CR 513/I-78 Interchange #15 not to exceed $131,261.52
• Contract award to Downes Tree Service for high risk tree removal on CR 651 in Kingwood
• Introduction of Ordinance #2023-17 for a Land Records System Upgrade

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The Board of County Commissioners will consider several state and federal grants for human services, transportation, and emergency management. The meeting includes the introduction of capital ordinances for arboretum repairs and dam replacements, as well as various personnel appointments.

• Introduction of Capital Ordinance 2023-15 for Arboretum Repairs and Renovation
• Introduction of Capital Ordinance 2023-16 for Repair and/or Replacement of Dams on County Property
• Grant for 2024 Area Plan Contract Update in the amount of $872,658.00
• Grant for 2023 Section 5311 in the amount of $666,680.00
• Facility Use Agreement with Township of Holland for a library Book Locker at 129 Spring Mills Road

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The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several grant appropriations for public health, transportation, and law enforcement. The agenda also includes introductions for bond ordinances regarding County Rt. 601, County Rt. 57 and surface treatments for various roads.

• Acceptance of $404,635.00 LINCS Public Health Preparedness Grant Award
• $300,000.00 grant application for six cutaway vehicles for the LINK Transportation System
• Introduction of bond ordinances for County Rt. 601 and County Rt. 579
• Approval of $184,200.00 Automated License Plate Reader Initiative sub-award
• Roof replacement for Echo Hill with Weatherproof Technologies Inc. not to exceed $94,947.76

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The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding grant appropriations, open space acquisitions, and multiple service contracts. The meeting also includes a public hearing for an amendment to Capital Ordinance 2023-05.

• Contract award for resurfacing County Routes 519, 579, and 639 up to $1,683,865.40
• Open space acquisition grants for the Lipka property ($88,625.00) and Holland property ($72,000.00)
• Health Department resolution for 2024 County Health Infrastructure Program Grant of $287,407.00
• Contract award for two Ford Police Interceptors Utility up to $108,000.00
• Purchase of backhoe for the Department of Public Works not to exceed $152,123.00

The Board of County Commissioners authorized the County Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for repairs and debris cleanout of County Culvert Q-170 on Wescott Drive. The meeting also included reports on the new Hunterdon County Vocational School and the establishment of Central Jersey as a tourist region.

• Authorized solicitation of bids for repairs and debris cleanout of County Culvert Q-170 on Wescott Drive (Consent Agenda)

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The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple grant requests, including a $1.2 million public health infrastructure grant. The agenda also includes contract awards for bridge reconstruction and various county department purchases.

• Contract award to Colonnelli Brothers Inc. for $2,129,000.00 to reconstruct Bridge A-45 on Milford-Frenchtown Road
• NJACCHO Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant appropriation of $1,211,997.00
• Purchase of ADA compliant furniture for the Main Branch County Library up to $83,437.12
• Purchase of a wheel loader for the Department of Public Works up to $224,304.88
• Professional services agreement with Spiezel Architectural Group Inc. for $98,000.00 for emergency services training center design

The Board approved a contract for the reconstruction of Bridge A-45 and authorized several grant insertions into the 2023 budget. They also approved funding for ADA compliant sidewalk ramps in Tewksbury Township and a new HVAC system for Polytech.

• Approved $2,129,000 contract with Colonnelli Brothers Inc. for Bridge A-45 reconstruction (3-0)
• Approved $11,000 for ADA compliant sidewalk ramps in Tewksbury Township (3-0)
• Approved $224,304.88 for a DPW wheel loader from Jesco Inc. (3-0)
• Approved $83,437.12 for ADA compliant furniture for Main Branch County Library (3-0)
• Approved $98,000 for architectural services for Emergency Services Training Center (3-0)
• Approved $1,211,997 NJACCHO grant insertion into 2023 budget (3-0)
• Approved $173,500 Highlands Council Conformance Plan grant insertion (3-0)
• Approved support for a pharmaceutical manufacturing Technology Hub (2-0, 1 abstain)

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The Board of County Commissioners will consider several infrastructure resolutions, including road resurfacing and bridge maintenance. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments, grant appropriations, and various county appointments.

• Contract award to United Painters, Inc. for painting various bridges up to $257,000.00
• Slurry seal of County Route 518 in West Amwell and Lambertville up to $811,622.84
• Slurry seal of County Route 617 in Raritan up to $358,195.85
• Appropriation of $160,429.00 for the 2023 CEHA Grant
• Solicitation of bids for resurfacing County Routes 519, 579, and 639

The Board of County Commissioners approved several procurement contracts, including bridge painting and heavy equipment. They also authorized the solicitation of bids for the rehabilitation of Echo Hill Sluiceway and Pond and Heron Glen Bunker.

• Approved $257,000 contract with United Painters, Inc. for painting various bridges (5-0)
• Approved $71,951.05 purchase of a commercial grade color copier production unit (5-0)
• Approved $78,151.82 purchase of a lowboy heavy equipment trailer for DPW (5-0)
• Approved $160,429.00 revenue insertion for 2023 CEHA Grant (5-0)
• Introduced amendment to Capital Ordinance 2023-05 to increase truck purchase funding by $67,300 (5-0)
• Authorized solicitation of bids for Rehabilitation of Echo Hill Sluiceway and Pond (5-0)
• Authorized solicitation of bids for Heron Glen Bunker Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Recognized Hobson Rodenbaugh, Girl Scout Troop 80174, Pia Rey Doklan, and William Powell (5-0)

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The Board of County Commissioners will discuss and approve resolutions related to grants, contracts, and personnel changes. Notable among these is a $1.2 million public health infrastructure grant.

• Resolution authorizing Hunterdon County Health Department to accept NJACCHO Grant in the amount of $1,211,997
• Contract award for CMS Construction Inc. to replace Dunkard Church Road Bridge at a cost not exceeding $663,390
• Grant agreement with Pennoni Associates Inc. for Barley Sheaf Road bridge replacement services up to $345,982

The Board approved a contract for the replacement of the Dunkard Church Road bridge and authorized several public health and transportation grants. Other actions included approving a lease for the Board of Elections and awarding a contract for professional engineering services for the Barley Sheaf Road bridge.

• Approved $663,390 contract with CMS Construction Inc. for Dunkard Church Road bridge replacement (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $1,211,997 NJACCHO public health infrastructure grant (5-0)
• Approved $345,982 contract with Pennoni Associates Inc. for Barley Sheaf Road bridge design (5-0)
• Approved $168,075 contract with Creter Vault Corporation for transit concrete (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement at 112 Broad Street, Flemington for Board of Elections (5-0)
• Authorized $65,050 Childhood Lead Exposure and Prevention Grant sub-agreement (5-0)
• Approved $33,257 appropriation for FY20 Justice Assistance Grant (5-0)
• Authorized Greenway Trail Plan funding applications to North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (5-0)

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The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several capital and bond ordinances to fund various county improvements. The agenda includes final adoptions for projects ranging from library upgrades to IT improvements and heavy equipment acquisition.

• Bond Ordinance #2023-11: $7,100,000 for roadway improvements
• Bond Ordinance #2023-10: $5,250,000 for bridge and culvert improvements
• Bond Ordinance #2023-09: $8,135,000 for various capital improvements
• Contract award to Mike Fitzpatrick Contractors Inc. for surface treatment of CR 605 and CR 639 up to $2,119,675.80
• JAG Application/Subaward: $33,834.00 for the Hunterdon County Gangs, Guns & Narcotics Task Force

The Board of County Commissioners finalized a capital ordinance to fund library improvements and approved several grants for public safety and community development. A proposed $1 million bridge replacement on Dunkard Church Road was removed from the agenda following public opposition.

• Approved Capital Ordinance #2023-03 appropriating $450,000 for county-wide library improvements (5-0)
• Authorized $33,834 JAG grant for Gangs, Guns & Narcotics Task Force with $203,827 county match (5-0)
• Approved $10,730 Youth Leadership grant for substance abuse prevention (5-0)
• Awarded $5,582 to Holland Township for home-based business ordinance revisions (5-0)
• Approved CDBG CV1 and CV3 grants for the Borough of Flemington (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Removed Dunkard Church Road bridge replacement from agenda for executive session discussion

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The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several capital ordinances for equipment, vehicles, and IT improvements. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding the possible sale of the Hunterdon County Transfer Station.

• Public hearing on the possible sale of the Hunterdon County Transfer Station
• Bond Ordinance #2023-11 for roadway improvements appropriating $7,100,000
• Bond Ordinance #2023-10 for bridge and culvert improvements appropriating $5,250,000
• Capital Ordinance for heavy equipment and trucks acquisition of $1,642,800
• Public Safety Answering Point Grant appropriation of $1,000,000.00

The Board of County Commissioners provided updates on infrastructure, veterans' affairs, and USDA investments. No substantive votes or new ordinances were decided during the public session.

• Reported $700,000 investment for Delaware Township Covered Bridge rehabilitation via Hahr Construction
• Reported 55 of 206 priority bridge repairs completed since 2022
• Reported 119 of 725 minor bridges inspected to date
• Reported over 700 preliminary applications received for Section 8 voucher list

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The Board of County Commissioners will consider the adoption of the 2023 County Budget. The agenda includes several funding requests for open space, library operations, and health department grants.

• Adoption of the 2023 County Budget
• $7,564,599.43 for Open Space, Recreation, Farmland and Historic Preservation
• $7,284,157.09 for the 2023 Operating Budget of the Hunterdon County Library
• Renewal of Lincs Public Health Emergency Preparedness Grant for $404,635
• Contract award to BRT Technologies LLC for $329,940.00

The minutes record reports from Commissioners regarding public works, health services, and veterans' affairs. No substantive votes or legislative decisions were recorded in the provided text.

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The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the 2023 County Budget and a Cap Bank. The meeting also includes several resolutions for grant acceptances, personnel appointments, and road improvement contracts.

• Contract award for drainage and safety improvements on County Route 635 in Bethlehem up to $1,014,528.60
• Victim Assistance Project/Victims of Crime Act grant subaward of $242,227.00
• Environmental Health Act 2023 Grant Award of $160,427.00
• Gangs, Guns & Narcotics Task Force subaward of $33,257.00
• Professional services agreement with Charles Nechtem Associates, Inc. up to $20,000.00

The Board approved a contract for drainage and safety improvements on County Route 635 and accepted three grants totaling over $435,000. They also established a 2023 Cap Bank and accepted the Comprehensive Farmland Preservation Plan. The 2023 County Budget and its public hearing were carried to May 16.

• Approved $1,014,528.60 contract for CR 635 drainage and safety improvements (4-0)
• Accepted $242,227.00 Victim Assistance Project grant (4-0)
• Accepted $33,257.00 Gangs, Guns & Narcotics Task Force grant (4-0)
• Accepted $160,429.00 Environmental Health Act 2023 grant (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Cap Bank (4-0)
• Accepted Comprehensive Farmland Preservation Plan (4-0)
• Approved $82,000.00 for Justice Center Feasibility Study (4-0)
• Tabled 2023 County Budget and public hearing to May 16 (4-0)

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The Board of County Commissioners will review several contract awards for road and bridge maintenance materials, including asphalt and stone. The meeting also includes discussions on community grants, public safety appointments, and library energy efficiency upgrades.

• Contract award to Stavola Construction Materials, Inc. for road/bridge stone and cold patch up to $200,200.00
• Contract award to Trap Rock Industries LLC for road/bridge asphalt and stone up to $358,600.00
• LED lighting upgrade contract for Hunterdon County Main Branch Library up to $169,000.00
• Economic Development Grant of up to $13,500.00 for Bethlehem Township to review Route 173 zoning
• Community Development Block Grant funding of $460,971.00 for Bloomsbury, Flemington, and Glen Gardner

The Board of County Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts for road and bridge maintenance and LED lighting for the Main Branch Library. They also awarded community development and economic grants to various municipalities. A public hearing date was established for the sale of the Hunterdon County Transfer Station.

• Approved $460,971 in CDBG funding for Bloomsbury, Flemington, and Glen Gardner (5-0)
• Approved $13,500 economic grant to Bethlehem Township for Route 173 corridor zoning review (5-0)
• Authorized $13,039 VAWA grant for Victim Witness Assistance Victim Services Project (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 contract with Green Rock Recycling LLC for road/bridge materials (5-0)
• Approved $200,200 contract with Stavola Construction Materials, Inc. for stone and cold patch (5-0)
• Approved $358,600 contract with Trap Rock Industries LLC for asphalt and stone (5-0)
• Approved $169,000 contract with VA Electrical Contractor LLC for library LED lighting (5-0)
• Established public hearing date for the sale of the Hunterdon County Transfer Station (5-0)

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The Board of County Commissioners will hold a meeting to introduce the Fiscal Year 2023 Hunterdon County Budget. The agenda also includes a public hearing on changes to Parks Division rules and fees, as well as several contract approvals for county services.

• Introduction of the FY 2023 Hunterdon County Budget
• Public Hearing regarding amendments to Hunterdon County Division of Parks Rules and Regulations and Fee Schedule
• Contract award to Carrega Property Management LLC for landscape maintenance up to $160,640.00
• Municipal grant to Holland Township for Riegel Ridge Community Center repairs not to exceed $60,000.00
• Purchase of a Ford Transit 350 cargo van for $49,980.00 via 'Operation Helping Hand' Grant

The Board introduced the FY 2023 budget, which maintains the same tax rate as 2018. The Board also approved several contracts for county facilities, parks, and public safety infrastructure. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for May 2, 2023.

• Introduced FY 2023 Budget with frozen tax rate (5-0)
• Approved $160,640 contract with Carrega Property Management LLC for landscaping (5-0)
• Approved $49,980 purchase of a Ford Transit 350 van via 'Operation Helping Hand' grant (5-0)
• Approved $27,385 contract amendment for V-COMM LLC for a public safety tower (5-0)
• Approved Open Space Acquisition Assistance Grant for Sutphin/Apgar properties in East Amwell (5-0)
• Approved up to $61,000 in municipal grants to Holland Township for Riegel Ridge Community Center (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-02 updating Division of Parks and Recreation rules and fees (5-0)
• Approved COVID-19 Premium Pay for eligible unclassified and unaffiliated employees (5-0)

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The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a $3,000,000 bond ordinance for a new Hunterdon County Vocational School District building. The meeting also includes discussions on human services provider contracts, grant applications, and infrastructure repair awards.

• Bond Ordinance 2023-01: $3,000,000 for Hunterdon County Vocational School District construction
• Family Promise of Hunterdon County contract: $304,296.00 for Homeless Response Program
• Fleming Area Food Pantry contract: $120,500.00 for Nutrition and Health Program
• Good News Home for Women, Inc. contract: $200,000.00 for Mommy and Me Program
• CMS Construction, Inc. contract: up to $682,646.00 for culvert reconstruction in Bethlehem

The Board of County Commissioners adopted a bond ordinance to finance a new building for the Hunterdon County Vocational School District. They also approved several human services contracts and infrastructure projects, including culvert reconstructions.

• Adopted Bond Ordinance 2023-01 for $3M for Vocational School District building (5-0)
• Approved $304,296 contract with Family Promise of Hunterdon County (5-0)
• Approved $120,500 contract with Flemington Area Food Pantry (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract with Good News Home for Women, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $682,646 contract with CMS Construction, Inc. for Culvert B-24 (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $392,147 contract with Kalogridis Contracting, LLC for Culverts R-48 and R-49 (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved appointment of Jordan Mealey to Mental Health Board (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Division of Parks Rules and Regulations and Fee Schedule (5-0)

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The Board will vote on accepting a $1.2 million state health grant, a resolution supporting a bill to ban foreign ownership of farmland, and several routine appointments and consent agenda items. Public comment is limited to two minutes per person.

• Accepting $1,209,564 NJACCHO grant for public health infrastructure
• Resolution supporting S-3534 prohibiting foreign ownership of farmland
• Authorizing music agreements for 47th annual 'Music Under the Stars' concert series at Deer Path Park
• Stop Violence Against Women Act grant application for $13,450
• Appointment of John Giotis to Human Services Advisory Council through 2026

The Board approved a $1,209,564 grant for public health infrastructure and supported state legislation to prohibit foreign ownership of farmland. Other actions included approving the 'Music Under the Stars' concert series and several personnel appointments.

• Accepted $1,209,564 NJACCHO Public Health Infrastructure grant (5-0)
• Approved support for S-3534 Prohibiting Foreign Ownership of Farmland (5-0)
• Authorized agreements for 47th Annual 'Music Under the Stars' concert series (5-0)
• Approved $13,450 VAWA Grant for Victim Witness Assistance (5-0)
• Authorized MOU for Foster Youth to Independence Initiative (5-0)
• Appointed John Giotis to Human Services Advisory Council (5-0)
• Reappointed John Sherlock to Construction Board of Appeals (5-0)
• Approved claims register dated March 07, 2023 (4-0, 1 abstain)

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The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution banning TikTok on all county-owned electronic devices and networks. The board will also vote on a $3 million bond for a new vocational school building and a $486,183 contract for trail resurfacing. Other items include a resolution supporting increased EMS Medicaid transportation rates and a shared services agreement with Warren County for adult inmate facilities.

• Resolution banning TikTok on all county-owned devices and networks
• Bond ordinance for $3,000,000 for a new Hunterdon County Vocational School District building
• Contract award of up to $486,183 to Capital Paving & Contracting for trail resurfacing
• Resolution supporting bills S2946 and A4505 to increase EMS Medicaid transportation rates
• Shared services agreement with Warren County for adult inmate facilities for one year

The Board approved a $3 million bond for a new Hunterdon County Vocational School District building and a $486,183 contract for trail resurfacing. Other actions included banning TikTok on county devices and approving various public safety and transportation grants.

• Approved $3M bond for new Vocational School District building (5-0)
• Approved $486,183 contract for Columbia and Landsdown Trails resurfacing (5-0)
• Banned TikTok on all county-owned electronic devices and networks (5-0)
• Approved $610,436.73 for Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance (5-0)
• Approved $180,000 grant for City of Lambertville hiking trail improvements (5-0)
• Approved Shared Services Agreement with Warren County for adult inmate facilities (5-0)
• Adopted the Hunterdon County Emergency Response Plan (5-0)
• Rejected County Bid 2022-20 for landscape maintenance and mowing services (5-0)

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The Board of County Commissioners will consider a $125,000 contract for digital tourism marketing and a $303,094 state grant for juvenile justice services. Other action items include a $95,400 engineering contract for golf course renovations, a $258,554 janitorial services contract, and a $216,737 metal roof replacement. The consent agenda covers 30 routine items including bridge repairs, speed limit changes, and event permits.

• $125,000 contract with Pecepture Inc. for 2023 tourism digital marketing
• $303,094 state grant for community-based juvenile sanctions and services
• $95,400 engineering design for sand bunker renovations at Heron Glen Golf Course
• $258,554 janitorial services contract with PJ Building Cleaning LLC
• $216,737 metal roof replacement of Heron Glen Golf Course storage barn

The Board approved a $125,000 contract for digital tourism marketing and various public works projects, including golf course and park renovations. They also authorized several state grants for youth services and substance abuse prevention, and approved collective bargaining agreements for the Prosecutor's Office.

• Approved $125,000 contract with Pecepture Incorporated for tourism marketing (5-0)
• Approved $258,554.16 janitorial services contract with PJ Building Cleaning, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $216,737.31 for Heron Glen Golf Course storage barn roof replacement (5-0)
• Approved $127,483.88 for Deer Path Park softball field rehabilitation (5-0)
• Authorized $303,094 state grant for juvenile community-based sanctions (5-0)
• Authorized $10,730 state grant for Youth Leadership substance abuse prevention (5-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreements for Prosecutor's Office Lieutenants, Sergeants, and Investigators (5-0)
• Approved speed limit change on County Route 518 in West Amwell and Lambertville (5-0)

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The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider a consent agenda including a three-year refuse disposal and recycling contract with Republic Services for up to $272,358.36, and a $215,520 amended subaward for the County Gangs, Guns, & Narcotics Task Force. The board will also hear a county update from the Administrator and take public comment.

• Contract award for refuse and recycling services with Republic Services of New Jersey, LLC, not to exceed $272,358.36 over three years.
• Amended subaward for the County Gangs, Guns, & Narcotics Task Force in the amount of $215,520 ($37,789 federal, $177,731 county match).
• Approval of Saums Farm preservation purchase (Block 74, Lot 4, Readington Township) — deed of easement and grant agreement.
• Personnel actions: per diem hire of Adam Capwell as Public Safety Telecommunicator, promotion of Emily Stiff to Supervising Public Safety Telecommunicator, and hire of Quinlan Helgoe as full-time Technician in Information Technology.

The Board of County Commissioners approved the preservation purchase and deed of easement for Saums Farm in Readington Township. They also awarded a three-year refuse and recycling services contract to Republic Services of New Jersey, LLC. Several personnel appointments and a law enforcement subaward were approved.

• Approved Grant Agreement for Saums Farm preservation purchase (4-0)
• Approved Deed of Easement for Saums Farm preservation purchase (4-0)
• Approved status change for Adam Capwell to per diem Public Safety Telecommunicator (4-0)
• Approved provisional promotion of Emily Stiff to Supervising Public Safety Telecommunicator (4-0)
• Approved hire of Quinlan Helgoe as full-time MIS Technician (4-0)
• Approved $272,358.36 refuse and recycling contract with Republic Services of New Jersey, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $215,520.00 amended subaward for County Gangs, Guns, & Narcotics Task Force (4-0)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)

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The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions including contract awards for refuse disposal and fire training props. The agenda also includes grant applications, personnel appointments, and infrastructure project specifications.

• Economic Development Grant Award to the Township of Union for website upgrades
• $66,369.00 JAG Application/Subaward for the Hunterdon County Prosecutor
• $2,000.00 Radon Awareness Program Grant from NJDEP
• Republic Services of New Jersey, LLC refuse and recycling contract up to $272,358.36
• Fireblast Global, Inc. fire training props contract up to $249,048.00

The Board of County Commissioners appointed a new CFO and approved several infrastructure and service contracts. They also awarded a grant to Union Township for website upgrades and recognized first responders for heroic actions during a fire.

• Appointed Andrew Bernath as Chief Financial Officer (4-0-1)
• Approved $272,358.36 refuse and recycling contract with Republic Services of New Jersey, LLC (4-0-1)
• Approved $249,048.00 contract with Fireblast Global, Inc. for fire training props (4-0-1)
• Approved Economic Development Grant to Township of Union for website upgrades (4-0-1)
• Authorized $66,369.00 JAG application for the County Gangs, Guns & Narcotics Task Force (4-0-1)
• Approved $126,798.85 change order with Capital Paving & Contracting for road resurfacing (3-0-1-1)
• Authorized $129,550.81 increase for I-78 Pittstown Road interchange improvements (4-0-1)
• Adopted Proclamation 2023-01 recognizing Andrew Camp, Anthony Memolo, and Kevin Bereheiko (4-0-1)

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The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including the swearing-in of newly elected commissioners and the nomination of a Deputy Director and Director. The board will vote on a reorganization agenda that sets 2023 meeting dates, employee pay dates, and salaries for union and non-union county employees, as well as a temporary budget. A consent agenda includes contracts for park improvements at Deer Path Park totaling over $1 million.

• Swearing-in of newly elected County Commissioners John E. Lanza, Zachary T. Rich, and Jeff Kuhl
• Approval of a 2023 Temporary Budget for the County of Hunterdon
• Contracts with Ben Schaffer Recreation, Inc. for pavilion installation ($128,461.96), playground safety surfacing ($297,366.80), and playground installation ($525,711.56) at Deer Path Park
• Contract with Murray Paving & Concrete, LLC for restroom upgrades at Deer Path Park ($132,969.57)
• Approval of salaries for multiple collective bargaining units including PBA 188, AFSCME Council 63, FOP 94, and CWA 1036

The Board swore in new members and elected Director Rich and Deputy Director Kuhl. The Board approved the 2023 temporary budget and a series of reorganization resolutions covering salaries, schedules, and administrative appointments. Multiple contracts for Deer Path Park improvements were also approved.

• Elected Commissioner Rich as Director and Commissioner Kuhl as Deputy Director
• Approved 2023 Temporary Budget (5-0)
• Approved $525,711.56 for playgrounds at Deer Path Park (5-0)
• Approved $297,366.80 for playground safety surfacing at Deer Path Park (5-0)
• Approved $132,969.57 for restroom upgrades at Deer Path Park (5-0)
• Approved $128,461.96 for a pavilion at Deer Path Park (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Commissioner Assignments and meeting schedules (5-0)
• Approved various salary schedules and longevity payments for county employees (5-0)