June 21, 2004

Cape May Court House, NJ

June 21, 2004 6:00 pm

REGULAR MEETING

FLAG SALUTE

THIS MEETING IS BEING RECORDED:

I hereby declare that notice has been given to the Herald Times, the Atlantic City Press and posted on the bulletin board of the Middle Township Municipal Building, stating the time and place of the following meeting, as required in P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey. (Sunshine Law).

The Township Committee met on the above date at 6:00 PM at the Middle Township Municipal Building. Members present were Mayor Doughty, Committeemember DeLanzo, Clerk/Business Administrator Alexis, Attorney Pickering, Engineer Orlando, Deputy Clerk Kimberly Tomkinson. Committeemember Leusner was absent.

1. ORDINANCE NO. 1165-04 – VACATING A PORTION OF WOODSIDE ROAD AS SHOWN ON SHEET 19.13 OF THE TAX MAP OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MIDDLE - Following second reading, hearing, and consideration for adoption, Ordinance 1165-04 was adopted on motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call. Complete Ordinance is on file in the Clerk’s Office.

2. ORDINANCE NO. 1162-04 – CREATING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MIDDLE, CAPE MAY COUNTY, NEW JERSEY – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, Ordinance No 1162-04 passed first reading. Second reading, public hearing and consideration for adoption will be held on 07/19/2004 at 6:00 p.m.

3. RESOLUTION NO. 347-04 – APPROVING MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETING – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle, the governing body thereof, that the minutes from the Township Committee meeting held June 7, 2004 are hereby approved.

4. RESOLUTION NO. 348-04 – APPROVING PAYMENT FOR ALL BILLS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle, the governing body thereof, that payment for all bills is hereby approved.

5. REPORTS – The following offices have submitted their monthly reports for the months indicated: Municipal Court of the month of May; Treasure’s Office for the month of May;

6. RESOLUTION NO. 349-04 – 2004 HOTEL / MOTEL LICENSE APPROVAL – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

WHEREAS, the several Hotel / Motel license applications listed below have been found to be in proper form, and the fee paid in each case.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that each of the following licenses be and are hereby authorized for the calendar year of 2004:

License#	Applicant	Tradename	Location	Sites	Fee
11	Seven Oceans Hospitality Inc.	Hyland Motor Inn	38 E. Mechanic Street	34	$350.00
17	Sea Gull Motel	Nelson Rossi	905 Route 47 South	11	$350.00

7. RESOLUTION NO.’S 350-04 THROUGH 357-04 – CONFIRMATION OF SALE OF LAND (ITEMS A THROUGH H) – On motion by Mayor Doughty seconded by Committeemember DeLanzo and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

350-04 (A)WHEREAS, the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, by proper resolution, directed that a public sale be held at the meeting room, 33 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House, N.J., and that certain lands and premises owned by, and situated within, the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, State of New Jersey, be sold, as follows:

Resolution No.: 227-04 Adopted: April 5, 2004 Sale Date: April 29, 2004

WHEREAS, said public sale was held at the above time and place, and said premises were sold to the highest bidder, as follows:

Premises:

Parcel #12 $36,000.00 Block: 825 Lots: 1,3,5,7,9-16,21,23,25,27,29,35-40

WHEREAS, said highest bidder has requested that said lands and premises be conveyed as follows:

Parcel # 12 Whalers Cove Inc, 660 Seashore Road, Cape May, NJ 08204

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, that the sale of said premises, upon the above consideration, be and is hereby confirmed, and the Mayor and Clerk of the Township of Middle are hereby authorized and directed to convey said premises as directed by said highest bidder, by Bargain and Sale Deed, free and clear of all taxes up to and including the calendar quarter during which said sale was held.

351-04(B) WHEREAS, the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, by proper resolution, directed that a public sale be held at the meeting room, 33 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House, N.J., and that certain lands and premises owned by, and situated within, the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, State of New Jersey, be sold, as follows:

Resolution No.: 227-04 Adopted: April 5, 2004 Sale Date: April 29, 2004

WHEREAS, said public sale was held at the above time and place, and said premises were sold to the highest bidder, as follows:

Premises:

Parcel #13 $34,000.00 Block: 826 Lots: 2,4,6,8,10,24,26,28,30,32-35,37,39

WHEREAS, said highest bidder has requested that said lands and premises be conveyed as follows:

Parcel # 13 Whalers Cove Inc, 660 Seashore Road, Cape May, NJ 08204

352-04 (C) WHEREAS, the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, by proper resolution, directed that a public sale be held at the meeting room, 33 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House, N.J., and that certain lands and premises owned by, and situated within, the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, State of New Jersey, be sold, as follows:

Resolution No.: 227-04 Adopted: April 5, 2004 Sale Date: April 29, 2004

WHEREAS, said public sale was held at the above time and place, and said premises were sold to the highest bidder, as follows:

Premises:

Parcel #17 $31,000.00 Block: 839 Lots: 1,3,5,9,11,13,15,17,21,23,25,27,29,31,33

WHEREAS, said highest bidder has requested that said lands and premises be conveyed as follows:

Parcel # 17 Whalers Cove Inc, 660 Seashore Road, Cape May, NJ 08204

353-04(D) WHEREAS, the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, by proper resolution, directed that a public sale be held at the meeting room, 33 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House, N.J., and that certain lands and premises owned by, and situated within, the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, State of New Jersey, be sold, as follows:

Resolution No.: 227-04 Adopted: April 5, 2004 Sale Date: April 29, 2004

WHEREAS, said public sale was held at the above time and place, and said premises were sold to the highest bidder, as follows:

Premises:

Parcel #18 $42,000.00 Block: 846 Lots: 5-8,13-15,19,21

WHEREAS, said highest bidder has requested that said lands and premises be conveyed as follows:

Parcel # 18 Shirley Turner, 10 Scott Lane, Ocean View, NJ 08230

354-04(E) WHEREAS, the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, by proper resolution, directed that a public sale be held at the meeting room, 33 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House, N.J., and that certain lands and premises owned by, and situated within, the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, State of New Jersey, be sold, as follows:

Resolution No.: 227-04 Adopted: April 5, 2004 Sale Date: April 29, 2004

WHEREAS, said public sale was held at the above time and place, and said premises were sold to the highest bidder, as follows:

Premises:

Parcel #21 $41,000.00 Block: 878 Lots: 34,36,38,40

WHEREAS, said highest bidder has requested that said lands and premises be conveyed as follows:

Parcel # 21 Shirley Turner, 10 Scott Lane, Ocean View, NJ 08230

355-04(F) WHEREAS, the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, by proper resolution, directed that a public sale be held at the meeting room, 33 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House, N.J., and that certain lands and premises owned by, and situated within, the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, State of New Jersey, be sold, as follows:

Resolution No.: 227-04 Adopted: April 5, 2004 Sale Date: April 29, 2004

WHEREAS, said public sale was held at the above time and place, and said premises were sold to the highest bidder, as follows:

Premises:

Parcel #22 $40,000.00 Block: 906 Lots: 1-6,9

WHEREAS, said highest bidder has requested that said lands and premises be conveyed as follows:

Parcel # 22 Shirley Turner, 10 Scott Lane, Ocean View, NJ 08230

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, that the sale of said premises, upon the above consideration, be and is hereby

CONTINUED …

confirmed, and the Mayor and Clerk of the Township of Middle are hereby authorized and directed to convey said premises as directed by said highest bidder, by Bargain and Sale Deed, free and clear of all taxes up to and including the calendar quarter during which said sale was held.

356-04(G) WHEREAS, the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, by proper resolution, directed that a public sale be held at the meeting room, 33 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House, N.J., and that certain lands and premises owned by, and situated within, the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, State of New Jersey, be sold, as follows:

Resolution No.: 227-04 Adopted: April 5, 2004 Sale Date: April 29, 2004

WHEREAS, said public sale was held at the above time and place, and said premises were sold to the highest bidder, as follows:

Premises:

Parcel #28 $40,000.00 Block: 1043 Lots: 24,26,28,30

WHEREAS, said highest bidder has requested that said lands and premises be conveyed as follows:

Parcel # 28 Shirley Turner, 10 Scott Lane, Ocean View, NJ 08230

357-04(H) WHEREAS, the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, by proper resolution, directed that a public sale be held at the meeting room, 33 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House, N.J., and that certain lands and premises owned by, and situated within, the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, State of New Jersey, be sold, as follows:

Resolution No.: 227-04 Adopted: April 5, 2004 Sale Date: April 29, 2004

WHEREAS, said public sale was held at the above time and place, and said premises were sold to the highest bidder, as follows:

Premises:

Parcel #32 $31,000.00 Block: 1107 Lots: 9,10,11,12,19,20

WHEREAS, said highest bidder has requested that said lands and premises be conveyed as follows:

Parcel # 32 Robert Woolfort, 319 E St Johns Avenue, Villas, NJ 08251

8. RESOLUTION NO. 358-04 – RELEASE OF TRUST ACCOUNTS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

WHEREAS, certain monies held in Trust Accounts from time to time may have balances remaining after all fees have been paid, and

WHEREAS, the applicants are entitled to a refund of this money,

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle, the governing body thereof, that upon request of the Zoning Officer the following balances in the Trust Account as listed on the attached sheets shall be released.

9. RESOLUTION NO. 359-04 – ENABLING RESOLUTION – DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION – GREEN ACRES – FORT APACHE – On motion by Mayor Doughty seconded by Committeemember DeLanzo and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Green Acres Program (“State”) provides loans and/or grants to municipal and county governments and grants to nonprofit organizations for assistance in the acquisition and development of lands for outdoor recreation and conservation purposes, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle desires to further the public interest by obtaining a loan of $251,000.00 and/or grant of $375,000.00 from the State to fund the following project:

FORT APACHE RECREATIONAL COMPLEX

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee, of the Township of Middle, governing body thereof that F. Nathan Doughty, or the successor to the office of Mayor, is hereby authorized to:

a.) make application for such a loan and/or such a grant

b.) provide additional application information and furnish such documents as may be required

c.) act as the authorized correspondent of the above named applicant, and

WHEREAS, the State shall determine if the application is complete and in conformance with the scope and intent of the Green Acres Program, and notify the applicant of the amount of the funding award, and

WHEREAS, the applicant is willing to use the State’s funds in accordance with such rules, regulations and applicable statutes, and is willing to enter into an agreement with the State for the above named project.

FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee, of the Township of Middle:

1.) That the Mayor of the above named body is hereby authorized to execute an agreement and any amendment thereto with the State known as Fort Apache, and

2.) That the applicant has its matching share of the project, if a match is required in the amount of $____________.

3.) That, in the event the State’s funds are less than the total project cost specified above, the applicant ha the balance of funding necessary to complete the project, and

4.) The applicant agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its performance of the project.

5.) That this resolution shall take effect immediately.

10. RESOLUTION NO. 360-04 – RELEASE OF PERFORMANCE BOND – BURDETTE TOMLIN HEALTH ENTERPRISES – On motion by Mayor Doughty seconded by Committeemember DeLanzo and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

WHEREAS, $15,541.56 is being held as a Performance Guarantee for Burdette Tomlin Health Enterprises for site plan improvements at Block 131, Lot 1, also known as 2 Stone Harbor Blvd., Cape May Court House and

WHEREAS, the Engineer for the Township of Middle has conducted his inspection and certified that all improvements have been completed, and

WHEREAS, the Zoning Officer for the Township of Middle has recommended that the performance bond be released, and

WHEREAS, the Land Use Law of the State of New Jersey (NJS 40:55D-1 et seq) requires such a release upon recommendation by the Township Engineer,

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle, the governing body thereof, that Account No. 72000 82667 with Commerce Bank in the name of Burdette Tomlin Health Enterprises be and is hereby released.

11. RESOLUTION NO. 361-04 – LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT – AUDIT SERVICES – FORD SCOTT SEIDENBURG & KENNEDY – SHELLBAY & CREST HAVEN SANITARY SEWER PROJECTS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted. Mayor Doughty Abstained from roll call.

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A.40A:11-1 et seq.) provides for the award of contracts, for professional services without advertising for bids, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle requires said services and funds are available for said purpose,

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, County of Cape May and State of New Jersey, that the following person is hereby appointed to the position designated below for the period beginning on June 21, 2004 through completion of the project.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a contract be executed by the Township of Middle with the following person to supply professional services for the period from June 21, 2004 through completion of the project.

Audit Services – Ford Scott Seidenburg & Kennedy– Shellbay and Crest Haven Sanitary Sewer Projects

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the Herald-Times as required by law.

FURTHER RESOLVED that this contract is contingent upon the certification of availability of funds and submission of State Affirmative Action Certification.

12. RESOLUTION NO. 362-04 – LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT – ENGINEERING SERVICES – HATCH MOTT MACDONALD – SHELLBAY & CREST HAVEN SANITARY SEWER PROJECTS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted. Mayor Doughty abstained on roll call.

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A.40A:11-1 et seq.) provides for the award of contracts, for professional services without advertising for bids, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle requires said services and funds are available for said purpose,

Engineering Services – Hatch Mott MacDonald– Shellbay and Crest Haven Sanitary Sewer Projects

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the Herald-Times as required by law.

FURTHER RESOLVED that this contract is contingent upon the certification of availability of funds and submission of State Affirmative Action Certification.

As the Chief Financial Officer of the Township of Middle, I acknowledge the sum of $______________ has been bid for the following service or items__________________ It is further certified that sufficient funds are available from the following appropriation or ordinance to cover this contract:________________________________________.

PO#________________________________________.

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Tracey L. Taverner, CFO

13. RESOLUTION NO. 363-04– LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT – LEGAL SERVICES – JAMES H. PICKERING JR. – SHELLBAY & CREST HAVEN SANITARY SEWER PROJECTS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted. Mayor Doughty Abstained from roll call

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A.40A:11-1 et seq.) provides for the award of contracts, for professional services without advertising for bids, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle requires said services and funds are available for said purpose,

Legal Services – James H. Pickering Jr.– Shellbay and Crest Haven Sanitary Sewer Projects

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the Herald-Times as required by law.

FURTHER RESOLVED that this contract is contingent upon the certification of availability of funds and submission of State Affirmative Action Certification.

PO#________________________________________.

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Tracey L. Taverner, CFO

14. RESOLUTION NO. 364-04 – LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT – BOND COUNSEL SERVICES – PARKER MCKAY & CRISCUOLO – SHELLBAY & CREST HAVEN SANITARY SEWER PROJECTS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted. Mayor Doughty Abstained from roll call.

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A.40A:11-1 et seq.) provides for the award of contracts, for professional services without advertising for bids, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle requires said services and funds are available for said purpose,

Bond Counsel Services – Parker, McKay & Criscuolo– Shellbay and Crest Haven Sanitary Sewer Projects

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the Herald-Times as required by law.

FURTHER RESOLVED that this contract is contingent upon the certification of availability of funds and submission of State Affirmative Action Certification.

PO#________________________________________.

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Tracey L. Taverner, CFO

15. RESOLUTION NO. 365-04 – LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT – AUDIT SERVICES – FORD SCOTT SEIDENBURG & KENNEDY – SHUNPIKE & GOSHEN SANITARY SEWER PROJECTS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted. Mayor Doughty Abstained from roll call

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A.40A:11-1 et seq.) provides for the award of contracts, for professional services without advertising for bids, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle requires said services and funds are available for said purpose,

Audit Services – Ford Scott Seidenburg & Kennedy– Shunpike & Goshen Sanitary Sewer Projects

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the Herald-Times as required by law.

FURTHER RESOLVED that this contract is contingent upon the certification of availability of funds and submission of State Affirmative Action Certification.

PO#________________________________________.

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Tracey L. Taverner, CFO

16. RESOLUTION NO. 366-04 – LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT – ENGINEERING SERVICES – HATCH MOTT MACDONALD – SHUNPIKE & GOSHEN SANITARY SEWER PROJECTS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted. Mayor Doughty Abstained from roll call

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A.40A:11-1 et seq.) provides for the award of contracts, for professional services without advertising for bids, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle requires said services and funds are available for said purpose,

Engineering Services – Hatch Mott MacDonald– Shunpike & Goshen Sanitary Sewer Projects

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the Herald-Times as required by law.

FURTHER RESOLVED that this contract is contingent upon the certification of availability of funds and submission of State Affirmative Action Certification.

PO#________________________________________.

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Tracey L. Taverner, CFO

17. RESOLUTION NO. 367-04 – LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT – LEGAL SERVICES – JAMES H. PICKERING JR. – SHUNPIKE & GOSHEN SANITARY SEWER PROJECTS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted. Mayor Doughty Abstained from roll call.

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A.40A:11-1 et seq.) provides for the award of contracts, for professional services without advertising for bids, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle requires said services and funds are available for said purpose,

Legal Services – James H. Pickering Jr.– Shunpike & Goshen Sanitary Sewer Projects

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the Herald-Times as required by law.

FURTHER RESOLVED that this contract is contingent upon the certification of availability of funds and submission of State Affirmative Action Certification.

PO#________________________________________.

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Tracey L. Taverner, CFO

18. RESOLUTION NO. 368-04 – LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT – BOND COUNSEL SERVICES – PARKER MCKAY & CRISCUOLO – SHUNPIKE & GOSHEN SANITARY SEWER PROJECTS – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted. Mayor Doughty Abstained from roll call.

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A.40A:11-1 et seq.) provides for the award of contracts, for professional services without advertising for bids, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle requires said services and funds are available for said purpose,

Bond Counsel Services – Parker, McKay & Criscuolo– Shunpike & Goshen Sanitary Sewer Projects

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the Herald-Times as required by law.

FURTHER RESOLVED that this contract is contingent upon the certification of availability of funds and submission of State Affirmative Action Certification.

Continued …

PO#________________________________________.

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Tracey L. Taverner, CFO

19. RESOLUTION NO. 369-04 – AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 111-04 – LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT – GENERATOR MAINTENANCE – MCCLURE’S POWER SYSTEMS, INC. – On motion by Mayor Doughty seconded by Committeemember DeLanzo and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

WHEREAS, on March 1, 2004 a resolution was passed (aka Resolution No. 111-04) for a Local Public Contract with McClure’s Power Systems for $2475.00, and

WHEREAS, the need to amend said Resolution has arisen, and

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A.40A:11-1 et seq.) provides for the award of contracts, for professional services without advertising for bids, and

WHEREAS, the Township of Middle requires said services and funds are available for said purpose,

McClure’s Power System – Generator Maintenance – Sewer Pump Stations

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the Herald-Times as required by law.

FURTHER RESOLVED that this contract is contingent upon the certification of availability of funds in the amount of $3,150.00, for 14 pump stations in the amount of $225.00 each, and submission of State Affirmative Action Certification.

PO#________________________________________.

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Tracey L. Taverner, CFO

20. RESOLUTION NO. 370-04 – APPROVE APPLICATION FOR RAFFLE LICENSE – RIO GRANDE RESCUE SQUAD, INC. – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

WHEREAS, Rio Grande Rescue Squad Inc. has applied to Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission for a Raffle License, and

WHEREAS, the location will be at, 603 Maryland Ave., Rio Grande, NJ 08210, has been approved by the Middle Township Committee as an Amusement Game Zone, and

WHEREAS, the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission, determines fees and rules of conduct,

WHEREAS, the proper application and fee have been received.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle, the governing body thereof, that Raffle Night July 26, 2004 at the location of 603 Maryland Ave., Rio Grande, is hereby approved.

21. RESOLUTION NO. 371-04 – RATIFY CONTRACT – WESTERN PEST SERVICES – CLARENCE DAVIES SPORTS COMPLEX – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle, the governing body thereof, that the Contract between the Township of Middle and Western Pest Services effective June 21, 2004 and valid for two years, be and is hereby ratified.

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the appropriate officials are hereby authorized and directed to sign said contract.

22. RESOLUTION NO. 372-04 – AMENDING DEPOSITORY CURRENT FUNDS – 2004 - On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

WHEREAS, it has been deemed necessary to create and maintain a new account in connection with the Green Acres Grant Fund.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Sturdy Savings Bank shall be the depository for the following account of the Township of Middle for the year 2004, and that all disbursements shall be made by checks signed by the following:

ACCOUNT DISBURSEMENT OFFICER

Green Acres Grant Fund Chief Financial Officer

FURTHER RESOLVED, that in the Township Clerk may sign in the absence of the Chief Financial Officer.

23. RESOLUTION NO. 373-04 – AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENT – On motion by Mayor Doughty seconded by Committeemember DeLanzo and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle, the governing body thereof, that Mayor F. Nathan Doughty be and hereby is authorized to sign the Affordable Housing Agreement with C.C.C. Trivest Enterprises involving units 201, 203, 205, 207, 209, and 211 at Gateway Shores, Middle Township.

24. RESOLUTION NO. 374-04 – AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF GRANT AGREEMENT FOR NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION’S MUNICIPAL STORMWATER REGULATION PROGRAM – GRANT NO. WQ04-181 – On motion by Mayor Doughty seconded by Committeemember DeLanzo and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

WHEREAS, an application was made to the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection for the Municipal Stormwater Regulation Program, and

WHEREAS, said application was approved for funding in the amount of $9,022.00, and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle, the governing body thereof, that the Mayor and/or Township Administrator is hereby authorized to sign the grant agreement and therefore authorizing the Chief Financial Officer to endorse corresponding payment voucher in connection with said grant.

25. RESOLUTION NO. 375-04 – AUTHORIZATION TO CLOSE SUNRAY BEACH ROAD FROM BAYSHORE ROAD TO PINE ROAD– CMC DISABLED AMERICAN VETS – ANNUAL PICNIC – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle, the governing body thereof, that authorization is hereby given to close the Corner of Bayshore Road and Sunray Beach Rd. on August 14, 2004 from noon to 6:00 pm for their Annual Picnic.

26. RESOLUTION NO. 376-04 – APPOINT SUMMER RECREATION EMPLOYEES – On motion by Committeemember DeLanzo seconded by Mayor Doughty and passed on roll call, the following resolution was adopted.

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee, the Governing Body of the Township of Middle, County of Cape May and State of New Jersey that the following persons be and hereby are appointed to fill the positions at the salary opposite their name:

NAME	SALARY	EFF. DATE
Gabe Arnold	6.75p/h	6/23/2004
Brian Vergantino	9.00 p/h	6/23/2004
Greg DeCecco	9.00p/h	6/23/2004
Michelle Keating	9.00p/h	6/23/2004
Matt Betz	8.75 p/h	6/23/2004
James Herron	6.50 p/h	6/23/2004
Molly Dyer	6.50 p/h	6/23/2004
Sharon Schellinger	10.00 p/h	6/23/2004
John Rennie	11.25 p/h