Hunterdon County public meetings in 2024
22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider awarding over $1.2 million in park grants and several open space acquisition grants. The body will also review budget transfers, emergency waste management contracts, and various personnel appointments.
- Award of $1.242 million in Municipal Parks and Recreational Grants
- Open Space Acquisition Grants: $242,500 for 416 Main St (Readington), $79,200 for R&D Realty property (Raritan), and $335,000 for Chaitman property (Kingwood)
- Emergency contract for Solid Waste Transfer Station and Recycling Center operation to Waste Management of New Jersey
- Contract with Hunterdon Medical Center for Corporate Health Services not to exceed $30,000
- VOCA grant subaward of $362,326 for the Hunterdon County Victim Witness Assistance Project
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners approved $1.242 million in Municipal Parks and Recreational Grants to 13 municipalities, as recommended by T&M Associates. The board also approved three open space acquisition grants totaling over $656,000, a $30,000 contract with Hunterdon Medical Center for occupational health services, and an emergency contract for solid waste operations. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $1.242M in municipal parks and recreation grants (5-0)
- Approved $242,500 open space grant to Readington Township for 416 Main St (5-0)
- Approved $79,200 open space grant to Hunterdon Land Trust for R&D Realty property (5-0)
- Approved $335,000 open space grant to Hunterdon Land Trust for Chaitman property (5-0)
- Approved $30,000 contract with Hunterdon Medical Center for occupational health services (5-0)
- Authorized emergency contract for solid waste transfer station to Waste Management (5-0)
- Approved resolution supporting H.R. 4333 and S. 1631 on drone authority (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including 34 items (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider and vote on a series of resolutions including a $871,635 grant for the 2025 Area Plan Contract Update, additional appropriations for municipal parks, historic preservation and open‑space grants, and several contract awards ranging from $157,400 for landscape maintenance to $353,002 for medical examiner services. It will also address a settlement agreement in a civil action case, a lease renewal for office space at 117‑119 Main Street, and routine appointments and consent‑agenda items.
- Resolution authorizing a $871,635 grant for the 2025 Area Plan Contract Update (Human Services)
- Resolution authorizing an additional $242,000 appropriation for the Municipal Parks Enhancement Grant
- Resolution approving a professional services contract with Steven M. Diamond, D.O. for Medical Examiner Services up to $353,002 annually
- Resolution approving an Open Space Acquisition Assistance Grant of up to $280,500 for the Princeton Research property in East Amwell Township
- Resolution approving a contract award for Landscape Maintenance and Mowing Services with J Oliva Enterprises LLC up to $157,400
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special telephonic meeting to discuss a resolution regarding the county's health benefits. The primary item is the termination of Hunterdon County’s participation in the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP).
- Resolution to terminate Hunterdon County’s participation in the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including a contract award to Terradyne Armored Vehicles for a SWAT multi‑purpose vehicle up to $315,145. Additional items include approvals of contracts for copier maintenance ($49,182.71) and forensic server network infrastructure ($52,312.66), as well as grant appropriations for VOCA SART/FNE, MAT, and American Rescue Plan programs. Routine consent‑agenda items such as hires, promotions, and a lease renewal for Deer Path Park will also be considered.
- Resolution to award County Bid 2024-20 to Terradyne Armored Vehicles for a SWAT vehicle, not to exceed $315,145.00
- Resolution to award County Bid 2024-21 to Superior Office Systems for copier maintenance, not to exceed $49,182.71
- Resolution to approve Requisition #R24-7306 with Eplus Technology Inc. for forensic server network infrastructure, not to exceed $52,312.66
- Resolutions requesting budget appropriations for grants: $78,091.00 VOCA SART/FNE, $120,072.00 MAT Grant, $38,673.30 American Rescue Plan Grant
- Resolution authorizing lease renewal agreement with the Hunterdon Football Club for land at Deer Path Park
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions to authorize contracts for upgrades to the Lebanon Garage oil/water separator system, medical director services at Hunterdon Medical Center, and various human services grants. The meeting also includes proclamations and a consent agenda covering personnel appointments and claims.
- Lebanon Garage oil/water separator system upgrades (up to $136,230)
- Hunterdon Medical Center Medical Director Services contract (up to $16,000)
- Human Services grants totaling $542,730
- Replacement of Hunterdon County Bridge FC-80
- Schick Reserve Tree Removal
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will vote on several contracts, including a requisition for a mobile command unit costing up to $1,893,808.10. Additional items include employee‑benefits and insurance brokerage contracts with Marsh & McLennan, overhead‑door replacements at the Route 12 Complex, and engineering services for a pond remediation project. Routine items such as the consent agenda and various personnel appointments will also be adopted.
- Approve requisition #R24-6453 with Fire And Safety Services LTD for a mobile command unit, not to exceed $1,893,808.10
- Approve year‑two contract award for County RFP 0056‑2023 with Marsh & McLennan Agency for employee benefits consultancy and brokerage services
- Approve three‑year contract award for County RFP 0093‑2022 with Marsh & McLennan Agency for risk manager/insurance broker services‑property and casualty
- Approve requisition #R24-6173 with Jammer Doors for overhead door replacements at the Route 12 Complex, not to exceed $77,000.00
- Approve amendment #1 for County RFP 0049‑2021 with French & Parrello Associates for engineering design of Echo Hill Park pond remediation, not to exceed $29,185.00
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure contracts and grant appropriations. The meeting includes an update on 9-1-1 center upgrades and the appointment of a new Department Director of Public Works.
- Contract for rock salt for roads and bridges not to exceed $685,100.00
- 9-1-1 Communications Building Roof Replacement not to exceed $414,789.50
- Two 2024 or newer Ford Police Interceptors Utility not to exceed $119,774.00
- Grant for Mail-In Voter Education Program in the amount of $100,000.00
- North Branch County Library service desks replacement not to exceed $95,635.93
The Board of County Commissioners approved multiple contracts and grants, including a $685,100 rock salt supply contract, a $414,789.50 roof replacement for the 9-1-1 communications building, and a $119,774 purchase of two police vehicles. They also accepted five grants totaling $250,624 for voter education, dental access, historical commission, and STOP VAWA programs. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $685,100 rock salt contract with Morton Salt Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $414,789.50 roof replacement for 9-1-1 Communications Building (5-0)
- Approved $119,774 purchase of two Ford Police Interceptors (5-0)
- Approved $95,635.93 library service desk replacement (5-0)
- Approved $53,880 laptop purchase for Social Services (5-0)
- Approved five grant resolutions totaling $250,624 (5-0)
- Approved NJTPA transportation planning grant application for $103,762.50 (5-0)
- Appointed Daniel T. Bush as Department Director of Public Works (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several high-value contracts for fuel, voting equipment, and watershed planning. The meeting includes decisions on open space grants and a proposed all-way stop in Franklin Township.
- Contract with Griffith-Allied Trucking LLC for unleaded gasoline not to exceed $2,458,800.00
- Municipal Open Space Grant to Raritan Township not to exceed $405,000.00
- Professional Services Agreement with Musconetcong Watershed Association not to exceed $230,268.40
- Open Space Acquisition Assistance Grant to D&R Greenway for Bowditch property not to exceed $60,000.00
- Proposed 'All Way Stop' at the intersection of County Route 612, Hogback Road, and Lower Landsdown Road
The Board unanimously approved an all-way stop at the intersection of County Route 617, Lower Landsdown Road, and Hogback Road in Franklin Township, following a fatal crash and engineering review. The Board also approved several grants, contracts, and appointments, including a $405,000 open space grant to Raritan Township and a $2.46 million fuel contract. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the D&R Greenway grant and one on the calcium chloride contract.
- Approved all-way stop at County Route 617, Lower Landsdown Road, and Hogback Road (5-0)
- Approved $30,000 NEA grant insertion into 2024 budget (5-0)
- Approved $276,491 PHILEP grant insertion into 2024 budget (5-0)
- Approved $60,000 Open Space Acquisition Assistance Grant to D&R Greenway for Bowditch property (4-0-1, Lanza abstained)
- Approved $405,000 Municipal Open Space Grant to Raritan Township (5-0)
- Approved $43,200 calcium chloride contract with Riverside Construction Materials (4-0-1, Rich abstained)
- Approved $2,458,800 gasoline contract with Griffith-Allied Trucking LLC (5-0)
- Approved $53,000 sample ballots contract with Colorsource Inc. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider awarding $1 million in infrastructure grants and approving several public works contracts. The meeting includes discussions on grant appropriations for public health and transportation, as well as arts and heritage programming.
- Award of $1 million in municipal infrastructure grants
- Slurry seal contract for County Route 579 in Delaware, Raritan, and Franklin Townships not to exceed $661,930.91
- Removal of high risk trees on County Route 625 in Alexandria and Union Townships not to exceed $236,400.00
- Architectural and engineering agreement for Emergency Services Training Center not to exceed $370,200.00
- Purchase of a heavy duty rollback tow truck not to exceed $293,985.82
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions, including a $350,000 appropriation for the 2024 Early Voting Grant. Other items include contracts for park improvements, grant allocations for health and safety programs, and purchasing agreements for county facilities. The meeting also features public comment, proclamations, and routine consent agenda items.
- Resolution to appropriate $350,000 for the 2024 Early Voting Grant in the County Budget
- Resolution approving Requisition #R24-5269 with Ben Schaffer Recreation Inc. for a fitness pavilion at Deer Path Park, up to $143,206.65
- Resolution approving Requisition #R24-5262 with Weatherproof Technologies Inc. for Senior Center roof replacement, up to $437,260.86
- Resolution approving contract amendment with V-COMM LLC for professional engineering and design services for a new communications tower on the Jugtown Preserve Property, up to $35,010.00
- Resolution approving Requisition #R24-5439 with Gentilini Chevrolet LLC for a cargo van, up to $49,281.59
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a bond ordinance to fund a new Hunterdon County Vocational School District building. The agenda also includes approvals for road resurfacing projects and various equipment contracts.
- Bond Ordinance 2024-11 for a new vocational school building ($1,250,000)
- Resurfacing of County Routes 519, 614, and 643 (up to $1,588,465.12)
- Painting of various bridges (up to $308,000.00)
- Local Recreation Improvement Grant ($68,000.00)
- Purchase of hydrostatic boom mowers (up to $501,039.00)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several grant appropriations for programs including tourism, child advocacy, and historic preservation. The agenda also includes contracts for road maintenance and a new municipal park grant program. Additionally, the Board will consider law enforcement agreements with Union Township and Alexandria Township school districts.
- Contract for 9-1-1 Computer Aided Dispatch System up to $2,364,006.80
- $1 million appropriation for the Municipal Park and Recreational Grant Program
- Slurry seal contract for County Route 579 in Bethlehem up to $344,944.62
- Traffic stripe application contract for various county roads up to $309,398.64
- Open space acquisition grant of up to $100,450 for the Langdo property in Raritan Township
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several bond ordinances for roadway, bridge, and capital improvements. The agenda also includes grant authorizations and contract approvals for county services. Additionally, the board will recognize local students and commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
- Bond Ordinance 2024-05 for bridge and culvert improvements ($11,231,500.00)
- Bond Ordinance 2024-04 for roadway improvements ($5,425,000.00)
- Contract award to SRJ Mechanical LLC for Justice Center controls ($2,619,745.00)
- Bond Ordinance 2024-11 for a new Vocational School District building ($1,250,000.00)
- Contract award to Rachles/Michele’s Oil Company Inc. for diesel fuel ($849,150.00)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a $100,000 grant to the Chamber of Commerce Foundation and approve the sale of the Clinton transfer station. The agenda includes twelve budget resolutions for state grants totaling over $2.8 million, three purchasing contracts, and a consent agenda with routine hires and salary adjustments. The board will also authorize participation in the state redevelopment plan and approve wastewater management plan updates.
- Resolution to award $100,000 grant to Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce Foundation using American Rescue Plan funds
- Resolution to approve contract for sale of Hunterdon County Transfer Station/Materials Recovery Facility in Clinton Township
- Twelve resolutions inserting state grants into the 2024 budget, including $894,936 for Section 5311 and $723,526 for Senior Transportation
- Resolution to approve $187,980 contract with Model 1 Commercial Vehicles Inc. for two Ford Transit vans
- Resolution to approve $110,050 contract with Clarke Caton Hintz for Historic Preservation Plan services
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to vote on several major infrastructure and service contracts. Key decisions include a $2.57 million contract for resurfacing County Route 579 and a $1.08 million contract for resurfacing County Route 601. The board will also approve a series of human services contracts totaling over $800,000 for mental health and prevention programs, as well as a $44,845 grant to the Borough of Frenchtown for debt retirement on a greenbelt property.
- Contract award to KM Construction Corporation for resurfacing and safety improvements on County Route 579, up to $2,567,914.84
- Contract award to Meco Inc. for resurfacing County Route 601 in West Amwell, up to $1,081,203.50
- Approval of a municipal grant to the Borough of Frenchtown, up to $44,845.84, to retire debt on the Frenchtown Greenbelt property
- Authorization of six contracts with Prevention Resources, Inc. for mental health and prevention services, totaling $390,000 over three years
- Approval of a contract with Stavola Construction Materials, Inc. for road and bridge maintenance materials, up to $380,010.00
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners is introducing the FY 2024 budget and authorizing several county entities to exceed budget request caps. The board is also approving provider service contracts for human services, open space acquisition grants, and various purchasing requisitions. Routine personnel appointments and project final payments are included in the consent agenda.
- Introduction of the FY 2024 Hunterdon County Budget
- Contract with Hunterdon Medical Center for School Based Initiatives totaling $692,985.00
- Open Space Acquisition Assistance Grant to Lambertville City for Holcombe Park property up to $209,000.00
- Purchase of 9-1-1 Dispatch Workstations from PMC Associates for $135,587.50
- Final payment of $184,110.82 to Hahr Construction for Bridge D-304A reconstruction
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is considering several provider service contracts for human services, including nutrition, mental health, and disability support. Other items include authorizing music series agreements at Deer Path Park and approving major equipment replacements.
- Human Services: $150,000 contract with Flemington Area Food Pantry for Nutrition and Health Program
- Human Services: $168,600 contract with The Arc of Hunterdon for Family Support Case Management
- Purchasing: $649,214.36 requisition for new 9-1-1 Dispatch Console Replacements
- Parks & Recreation: Agreement with various bands for the Summer Concert Series at Deer Path Park
- Public Hearing: Ordinance #2024-01 regarding Heron Glen rates for 2024
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will convene for a regular meeting, starting with an executive session and public comment. The board will consider resolutions authorizing grant applications for the Cultural & Heritage Commission and the Health Department, as well as several appointments and a consent agenda with routine items including claims, hires, and park event permits.
- Resolution to apply for a 2025 NJ Historical Commission Project Grant up to $20,000
- Resolution to accept a $30,000 Dental Access Program grant from Delta Dental of NJ Foundation
- Re-appointment of Ralph Finelli to the Construction Board of Appeals
- Consent agenda includes hiring of Caitlyn Mazewski and Lynn Altmaier in Health Department
- Permits for events: Hunterdon Hills Kennel Club RV camping, Flemington Fire Dept Spring Festival, Jerseyman Triathlon
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will convene for a regular meeting, including an executive session, proclamations, public comment, and a series of resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include introducing a golf rates ordinance, approving contracts for hazardous waste cleanup, fire alarm replacement, flooring, advisory services, software, and furniture, as well as several consent agenda items. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.
- Introduction of Ordinance #2024-01, Heron Glen Golf Rates for 2024
- Contract award to MXI Environmental Services LLC for Household Hazardous Waste Clean Up Days, not to exceed $116,800.00
- Requisition #R24-1388 with Alarm & Communications Technologies Inc. for Historic Courthouse Fire Alarm Control Panel Replacement, not to exceed $75,264.24
- Requisition #R24-1145 with Direct Flooring for Health Department flooring replacement, not to exceed $133,237.73 (grant funded)
- Contract award to Michael Baker International, Inc. for NJTPA advisory services, not to exceed $50,000.00
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is considering the creation of two $1 million grant programs for municipal infrastructure and parks enhancements. The meeting also includes votes on several high-value infrastructure contracts and state funding agreements.
- Contract for Deer Path Park Dam rehabilitation and pond sediment removal not to exceed $1,308,997.00
- SCDRTAP funding agreement with New Jersey Transit Corporation for $723,526.00
- Proposed $1 million municipal infrastructure grant program and $1 million municipal parks enhancement grant
- Contract for Hunterdon County Justice Center architectural services not to exceed $207,200.00
- Purchase of a Tactical Robot for $75,051.48
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners will consider awarding a $1.445 million contract for a communications tower, along with several other contracts and grants. The agenda includes a public hearing on an inclusive playground at South County Park and a resolution to apply for a $1.5 million grant for it. Many routine items are on the consent agenda, including personnel hires and equipment purchases.
- Contract award to SM Electric Group Inc. for communications tower construction, $1,445,000
- Public hearing and grant application for inclusive playground at South County Park, $1,500,000
- Grant application for flood mitigation around Wescott Drive and Sandhill Rd in Raritan
- Contract award for janitorial services to PJ Building Cleaning LLC, $248,845.20
- Land records system software upgrade with Granicus LLC, $164,990
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is conducting its annual re-organization, including swearing in new officials and electing a Director and Deputy Director. The body is deciding on the 2024 temporary budget, employee salaries, and administrative assignments for the year.
- Approval of the 2024 Temporary Budget
- Approval of agreements for Engineering and Architectural Services firms for 2024
- Approval of agreements for Labor, Bond, and Special/Conflicts Counsel for 2024
- Letters of support for inclusive playground applications for the Town of Clinton and Borough of Lebanon
- Two $5,000 stipends for CDL Trainers Kyle Young and Garrett Dunlap