BOROUGH OF CAPE MAY POINT
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
The
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Borough of Cape May Point was
called to order on Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. in the Conference Room
of the Municipal Building. Mayor Schupp
announced that this meeting having been properly posted and advertised in the
Cape May Star & Wave on Thursday, July 10, 2008, was being held in
accordance with the Open Public Meetings of 1975 (N.J.S.A. 10:4-6) also known
as the Sunshine Law.
Commissioner
Nietubicz PRESENT
Commissioner
van Heeswyk PRESENT
Commissioner
Schupp PRESENT
The
Municipal Clerk read the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
NO. 69-08
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 10:4-12 allows for a
Public Body to go into closed session during a Public Meeting, and
WHEREAS, the Governing Body of Cape May
Point has deemed it necessary to go into closed session to discuss certain
matters which are exempted from the Public; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the
Board of Commissioners of the Borough of Cape May Point will go into closed
session for the following reason(s) as outlined in N.J.S.A. 10:4-12:
POSSIBLE LITIGATION
Commissioner
Nietubicz made a motion to approve the resolution to go into executive session,
which was seconded by Commissioner van Heeswyk. The Municipal Clerk took the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Nietubicz YES
Commissioner Schupp YES
The meeting was continued at the Cape May Point Volunteer
Firehouse at 412 Yale Avenue in Cape May Point at 7:00 pm.
Mayor Carl F. Schupp led the audience in the Flag Salute.
MINUTES:
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to dispense with reading of the
minutes of the meetings on June 10th, June 12th, and June
26th, 2008. Commissioner van
Heeswyk seconded the motion and the Municipal Clerk took the following roll
call vote:
Commissioner Nietubicz YES
Commissioner van Heeswyk YES
Commissioner Schupp YES
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to approve the minutes of the
meetings on June 10th, June 12th,, and June 26th,
2008. Commissioner van Heeswyk seconded
the motion and the Municipal Clerk took the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Nietubicz YES
Commissioner
Schupp YES
VOUCHERS
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to approve the vouchers as presented
for payment. (Bill list attached)
Commissioner van Heeswyk seconded the motion and the Municipal Clerk took
a roll call vote as follows:
Commissioner Nietubicz YES
Commissioner van Heeswyk YES
Commissioner
Schupp YES
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to approve the June
2008 Treasurer’s report. Commissioner
van Heeswyk seconded the motion and a unanimous roll call vote was taken.
Commissioner Schupp stated that the recycling rate
for Cape May Point has increased to 47% this year. He stated that this is an impressive increase from last years.
Commissioner Schupp stated that the Borough and officials
from Cape May County are researching the use of reclaimed water from the CMCMUA
on Sunset Blvd. to be used to water Pavilion Circle and the Flag Pole Park.
Commissioner Schupp stated that he sent a letter to Dale
Foster, CMC Engineer regarding the resurfacing of Lincoln Avenue. He explained that that this letter requests
that traffic calming measures be utilized when designing Lincoln Avenue.
The Municipal Clerk read a letter from Eileen and Walter Lazaroff regarding decks at beach entrances. The letter expressed the Lazaroff’s opposition to expanding the beach entrance decks near Stites and Brainard Avenues and also opposes any new deck being constructed in that area.
NEW
BUSINESS
None
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION
NO. 65-08
AGREEMENT
WITH THE VOLUNTEER COMMITTEES OF THE BOROUGH OF CAPE MAY POINT
Whereas, the condition of the Borough public lands; Lake
Lily, Pavilion Circle, beach entrances and the dunes, are of serious concern to
the Borough commission and the citizens of Cape May Point, and
Whereas, that without exception, any decision in regard to
the expenditure of any Borough funds, or funds granted to the Borough for its
expenditure on any public lands, must be the sole decision of the Board of
Commissioners of the Borough of Cape May Point, and
Whereas, that without exception, the Board of Commissioners
of the Borough of Cape May Point is responsible for the stewardship of these
public lands and hold in perpetuity for the use and safety of the public, and
Whereas, in recognition of the need for wide and
diversified citizen participation, and
Whereas, the only resolution and agreement by the Board of
Commissioners of the Borough of Cape May Point was with the Lake Committee and
it ended in 1998, and
Whereas, on the advice on council, it is the wish of the
Commissioners of the Borough of Cape
May Point to memorialize and legitimize the efforts and cooperation of both
the government and private sector to restore and maintain the health of these
borough lands, improve the habitat for migratory birds and waterfowl, and
provide sites for quiet contemplation and observation of nature and the
wildlife it attracts, insure the continuing safety of our community and
Whereas, the Board of Commissioners of the Borough of Cape
May Point has entered into an agreement with the Joint Insurance Fund (JIF) for
blanket insurance for any and all volunteers working on borough sanctioned
activities.
Whereas, to assure proper communication and coordination
between the various involved organizations and the citizens of the Borough of
Cape May Point, it would be beneficial to outline for all the participating
organizations the limits of blanket agreements, to establish an on-going
communications, and provide a working/productive atmosphere for all parties
concerned, and
Now, therefore be it resolved by the
Board of Commissioners of the Borough of
Cape May Point that the Commissioners of Borough of Cape
May Point hereby authorizes The Dune Day Committee, Bed Fellows, the Beach Boys
and the Lake Lily Committee the responsibility to pursue funding through grants
or otherwise; to propose and implement plans for the dunes, Pavilion Circle and
the lake and their surround; to gather technical information pertinent to the
project, and disseminate this information as appropriate; to coordinate efforts
of individuals and community groups relative to the project; and to assist in
other ways as requested
In an effort to open lines of communications and to clearly
understand and state each committee “rights and privileges”, the Commissioners
require from each committee:
Any and all
correspondence between the committees and the commissioners will channel
through the Environmental Commission.
The Environmental Commission will annotate and comment as is appropriate
and the commissioners will appraise, sign and return to the appropriate
committee.
This
resolution is intended to foster planning, communication. It is not intended to
become
another
level of bureaucracy.
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to approve the
resolution, which was seconded by Commissioner van Heeswyk. The Municipal Clerk took the following roll
call vote:
Commissioner van Heeswyk YES
RESOLUTION
NO. 66-08
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners has deemed it necessary
to create the position of Receptionist/ Clerk Typist to provide a more
efficient and friendly office environment to better serve the public; and
WHEREAS, the Borough of Cape May Point
advertised said job opening in the Cape May Star & Wave on Thursday, June
26, 2008 and posted help-wanted signs on the public bulletin board; and
WHEREAS, after reviewing the applications and resumes of
possible candidates, the Board of Commissioners has determined that Jacqueline
Mc Devitt is most qualified for this position and comes highly recommended by
her previous employer.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the
Board of Commissioners of the Borough of Cape May Point, in the County of Cape
May And State of New Jersey that Jacqueline Mc Devitt is hereby
appointed Receptionist/ Clerk Typist at an hourly rate of $12.00 with office
hours as prescribed by the Policies & Procedures Manual of the Borough of
Cape May Point.
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to approve the
resolution, which was seconded by Commissioner van Heeswyk. The Municipal Clerk took the following roll
call vote:
Commissioner
Nietubicz YES
Commissioner Schupp YES
AMENDING SALARY RESOLUTION 20-08
WHEREAS, salary ranges for the officers and employees of
the Borough of Cape May Point have been established by Ordinance 540-07; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners desires to provide the
exact salary of each officer and employee by resolution on an annual basis and
as needed from time to time during the year; and
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Commissioners of the
Borough of Cape May Point, County of Cape May, that the Commissioners approve
the attached Schedule A amending the salaries and wages of the certain officers
and employees of the Borough of Cape May Point for the year 2008.
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to approve the
resolution, which was seconded by Commissioner van Heeswyk. The Municipal Clerk took the following roll
call vote:
Commissioner
Nietubicz YES
Commissioner Schupp YES
RESOLUTION
NO. 68-08
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
APPLICATION TO THE CAPE MAY COUNTY 2008 MUNICIPAL PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS JOINT
VENTURE PROGRAM FOR BEACH RENOURISHMENT
WHEREAS, in 2008, the County of Cape May
will make funds available to municipal governments in Cape May County through
the “2008 Municipal Public Improvements Joint Venture Program”; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Joint Venture
program is to provide funding to support municipal capital improvement projects
which are deemed to benefit Cape May County and municipal residents; and
WHEREAS, the County of Cape May has
developed a set of programmatic parameters and associated documents that will
govern the implementation of the program; and
WHEREAS, the municipality desires to
pursue funds from the Joint Venture program for the purpose of:
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the
Borough of Cape May Point does hereby authorize the application for this
program, and, upon receipt of the Interlocal Agreement from the County of Cape
May, does further authorize the execution of the grant agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and
Municipal Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the application, and that they or
their successors in said titles are authorized to sign the agreement, and any
other documents necessary in connection therewith.
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to approve the
resolution, which was seconded by Commissioner van Heeswyk. The Municipal Clerk took the following roll
call vote:
Commissioner van Heeswyk YES
Commissioner Schupp YES
ORDINANCE 550-08
ORDINANCE SUPPLEMENTING AND AMENDING CHAPTER 146 OF THE BOROUGH CODE
ENTITLED “WATER AND SEWER UTILITY”
WHEREAS, the
Borough of Cape May Point Water and Sewer Utility operating costs and debt
service has increased causing the need for an increase in revenue; and
WHEREAS, under
the charter of the Cape May Point Water and Sewer Utility, said utility must
operate as a self-supporting/ self-liquidating entity, therefore it is
necessary to modify the fees charged to the individual customers
NOW
THEREFORE BE ORDAINED by the Board of Commissioners of the Borough of
Cape May Point as follows:
a.
Water
Section 146-12A. Metered
Service for Residential, Commercial and Industrial Customers shall be:
1.
Minimum water charge per equivalent dwelling unit: $92.00 quarterly per calendar quarter, payable
quarterly, commencing October 1, 2008 for 40,000 gallons per year minimum water
consumption allowance.
2.
Excess Water Charge.
In addition to the minimum water charge set forth above, commencing
January 1, 2008, a charge will be made for all water used registered by the
meter in excess of the minimum allowable usage at $9.20 per 1000 gallons or
fraction thereof, used for all customers.
3.
146-12B Churches
operating in the Summer months. Shall
be charged $9.20 per 1000 gallons or a fraction thereof, as registered by the
meter. There is no minimum required or
an excess category. These accounts will
be invoiced as a consumption account.
The Marianist Family Retreat Center and St. Mary’s Convent are handled
as part of the overall residential system of billing.
b.
Sewer
Section 146-51A. Service
Charges.
1.
Each dwelling unit
shall be charged for direct or indirect connections or use of the Borough Sewer
System at the rate of $92.00 quarterly per equivalent dwelling unit, commencing
October 1, 2008.
c.
All ordinances or
parts of ordinances which are in conflict or inconsistent herewith are hereby
repealed to the extent of such inconsistency or conflict only.
d.
If any section,
paragraph, subdivision, subsection, clause or provision of this ordinance shall
be judged invalid, such adjudication shall apply only the section, paragraph,
subdivision, subsection, clause or provision declared invalid and the remainder
of this ordinance shall be enforceable.
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to approve the
ordinance upon introduction, which was seconded by Commissioner van
Heeswyk. The Municipal Clerk took the
following roll call vote:
Commissioner van Heeswyk YES
ORDINANCE NO. 551-08
REGULATING
THE USE OF MUNICIPAL FACILITIES, BEACHES, OR GROUNDS OF THE BOROUGH OF CAPE MAY
POINT IN ORDER TO CONDUCT A SPECIAL EVENT
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board
of Commissioners of the Borough of Cape May Point, in the County of Cape May
and State of New Jersey, as follows:
Section 1. Definitions
For the purposes of this Ordinance:
“Special Event” shall mean
any non-Borough sponsored exhibition, show, athletic contest, running race,
bike-a-thon, beach gathering, entertainment or other similar event sponsored by
an organized group having a similar or common purpose or goal; or any event
held by an individual or individuals for a private purpose, and occurring on or
proceeding along a public street, other public right-of-way, beach or public
property within the municipal boundaries of the Borough of Cape May Point.
“User” shall mean person,
persons or organization conducting the special event.
Section 2. Application to Conduct Special
Event
An application for a permit to conduct a special event
shall be made to the Borough Clerk of the Borough of Cape May Point, in
writing, by the person, persons or organizations sponsoring said event. Such
application shall provide the following information:
(a)
The name, address, home, work and cell
telephone numbers, e-mail, fax number, and emergency phone number of the person
requesting the permit.
(b) The name, address, telephone number,
e-mail, fax number of the organization or group he/she is representing, if
applicable.
(c) The name, address and home telephone
number, e-mail, fax number of the person or persons who will act as chairman of
the special event and be responsible for the conduct thereof.
(d) The specific purpose of the event.
(e) The estimated number of persons to
participate in and attend the event.
(f) The number and type of vehicles, if
any, to participate.
(g) The method of notifying participants of
the terms, rules, regulations and conditions of the event.
(h) The date and time of the event,
including any set-up or clean-up period.
(i) The location where the event is to be
held, including the specific assembly and dispersal location and the specific
route and plans for assembly and dispersal of the participants.
(j) Whether or not any music or other
amplified sound will be provided, including the location and types of all loud
speakers and amplifying devices to be used.
(k) Whether any admission or participation
fee will be charged for the event and the amounts thereof.
(l) The attachment of any other required
licenses or permits where appropriate.
(m) The type, size, description, and location
of any signs to be erected in connection with the event.
(n) Any
further information that the Board of Commissioners may require to be submitted
by the applicant, with advance notification, to assist with traffic control,
crowd control and protection of the general public health, safety and welfare.
Section
3. Review,
Issuance or Denial of Permit.
The application for a Special Event Permit shall be
submitted to the Board of Commissioners through the Borough Clerk. The Board of Commissioners, by resolution,
shall authorize the issuance of any special event permit in accordance with
this and other ordinances, community standards, scheduling conflicts, special
services required, and any further information or facts directly related to the
event. After full review, and ultimate approval of the application by the Board
of Commissioners, and contingent upon compliance with any stipulated
conditions, the Borough Clerk shall be authorized to issue a permit for the
special event. Approval or denial of such permit shall be made within thirty
(30) days of receipt of a complete application by the Borough. The permit may
be approved with special conditions placed on the applicant, if warranted. The
permit is contingent upon the possession of any other permits or licenses
required by local, state or federal laws and regulations. A copy of the approved permit, application,
and all other required conditions shall be provided by the Borough Clerk to the
Board of Commissioners, Solicitor, Chief Financial Officer, Beach Patrol
Captain (when applicable) and the Cape May City Police Department.
Section 4. Time Limit for Applications.
Applications for such special event permits should be
made to the Borough of Cape May Point no less than thirty (30) days in advance
of the date on which said special event is scheduled to be held.
Section 5. Special Conditions; Street
Closings.
Any permit issued under this Ordinance may contain
conditions reasonably calculated to reduce or minimize dangers to vehicular or
pedestrian traffic and the public health, safety and welfare, including but not
limited to changes in the date, time, duration or number of participants or
attendees as requested by the applicant. Further, for the purposes of public
safety and welfare, the appropriate Borough Officials may require and order the
temporary closing of streets and/or the temporary prohibition of parking along
such streets during the event, and shall direct the posting of proper warning
signs in connection with said event, as provided by law.
Section 6. Use of Facilities Agreement.
The “user” shall inspect the described Facility(ies)
prior to the use of the Facility (ies) and report defective, hazardous or
dangerous conditions, if any, to Borough representative named in the Use of
Facilities Agreement and User shall immediately cease the use of the
Facility(ies) until such defective, hazardous or dangerous conditions are
remedied. After the use of the
Facility(ies), user shall immediately report to the Borough any and all
defects, hazards, damages or dangerous conditions upon or adjacent to the
facility(ies).
Section 7 Insurance/Indemnification.
(a)
User shall indemnify, save harmless and defend the Borough,
its elected and appointed officials, its employees, agents, volunteers and
others working on behalf of the Borough, from and against all claims, losses,
costs, attorney’s fees, damages, or injury including death, and/or property
loss, expense claims or demands arising out of User’s use of the named
Facilities, including all suits or actions of every kind or description brought
against the Borough, either individually or jointly with User for or on account
of any damage or injury to any person or persons or property, caused or occasioned
or alleged to have been caused by, or on account of, any of the activities
conducted by or caused to be conducted by User, or through any negligence or
alleged negligence in safeguarding the Facilities, participants, or members of
the public, or through any act, omission or fault of the user, its employees,
agents, volunteers, subcontractors or others under the direction, control or
under any contractual relationship with the User.
(b)
Notwithstanding the indemnification and defense obligations
of the User, User shall provide at its own cost and expense proof of the
following insurance to the Borough: General Liability including Products and
Completed Operations Insurance with a minimum combined single limit of
liability per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage of
$1,000,000/$2,000,000. Borough shall be named as “Additional Insured”. Failure by the User to supply such written
evidence of required insurance and to maintain same for the duration of this
agreement shall result in default of Use of Facilities Agreement. The insurance companies for the above
coverage must be licensed in the State of New Jersey and acceptable to the
Borough. The User shall take no action
to cancel or materially change any of the insurance required under this
agreement and the insurance shall cover the entire period of the event
including set-up and clean-up periods.
The maintenance of insurance under this section shall not relieve the
User of any liability greater than the limits or scope of the applicable
insurance coverage.
Section
8. Permit
Non-transferable.
A special event permit shall be valid for the applicant
thereof only, and shall not be transferable to any other individual,
corporation, group or organization.
Section 9. Fees for Municipal Services.
(a) Beach Permits
Beach Permits require a $50.00 refundable deposit. Said deposit must accompany the application
and certificate of insurance in order to be reviewed and processed. At the conclusion of the event and proper
clean up the deposit will be returned.
In the event that the area is not clear of trash and debris the deposit
will be kept.
(b) Special Events
If it is determined by the Board of Commissioners of the
Borough of Cape May Point that additional materials or personnel costs shall be
required for the purpose of maintaining the general health, safety and welfare
of attendees or participants in the special event, or the community in general,
the Borough reserves the right to require reimbursement of such costs. If
reimbursement is required, the holder of the permit shall deposit with the
Borough Clerk a sum of money to be determined by the Borough to be a reasonable
estimate of the costs required. The
Borough Clerk shall advise the applicant, in advance and in writing, as to when
such deposit is required as determined by the Board of Commissioners. Any
balance due shall be provided within thirty (30) days of receipt of the bill;
likewise a refund will be provided upon verification of overpayment for staff,
goods, equipment and/or services. The foregoing requirements, payments,
reimbursements, etc., shall be authorized from time to time by resolution of
the Board of Commissioners.
Section 10. Amend Ordinance 396-98 Section R.
Ordinance 396-98 Section R. is hereby amended to read as
follows:
R. To start or maintain a fire on the beach during any
time of the year. Any fire authorized
by permit issued by the Municipal Clerk as set forth in Ordinance 547-08 must
be in a container and debris must be removed from the beach immediately, at the
completion of the event.
Section 11. Waiver
The Board of Commissioners reserve the right, by
resolution, to waive, expand, or constrict any section, provision, condition,
or clause in this ordinance with respect to the issuance or denial of a special
event permit for the purpose of preserving or enhancing the public health,
safety, and welfare and the decision of the Board shall be deemed final both in
law and in equity.
Section 12. Penalties.
Any person, firm, corporation, partnership or other
entity violating the provisions of this ordinance shall be subject to a fine
not to exceed $500.00 and/or imprisonment not to exceed thirty (30) days.
Section 13. Severability.
If any portion of this ordinance is declared to be
invalid by a Court of competent jurisdiction, it shall not affect the remaining
portions of the ordinance, which shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 14. Repealer.
All ordinances or portions thereof inconsistent with this
ordinance are repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.
Section 15. Effective Date.
This ordinance shall
take effect in the time and manner prescribed by law.
Commissioner Nietubicz made a motion to approve the
ordinance upon introduction, which was seconded by Commissioner van
Heeswyk. The Municipal Clerk took the
following roll call vote:
Commissioner van Heeswyk YES
Commissioner Schupp YES
PUBLIC PORTION
Marie Rice of Ocean Avenue asked when the
above introduced ordinances would be published. The Clerk responded that the ordinances would be published on
Thursday, July 17, 2008. Mrs. Rice also
inquired about the authorization or appointment of the Environmental
Commission. Commissioner Nietubicz
explained that several years ago, the formation of the annual “Pig on the
Beach” party caused certain taxpayers to question the legality and liability
issues associated with such a picnic.
At this time, the Wine and Cheese Party held in conjunction with the
Lake Committee was also questioned,
According to Commissioner Nietubicz, this required that the governing
body give serious thought to the authority and scope of the Lake
Committee. It was decided that the Lake
Committee remain an autonomous committee with advisory capacity and that this
committee not be appointed by the governing body. The Environmental Commission, conversely, is appointed by the
governing body to serve as an advisory committee regarding environmental
issues. He made it clear that the
Environmental Commission has no legislative power and cannot expend money or
create policies for the municipality.
Francine Nietubicz gave a brief presentation on the
health of Lake lily. She explained that
she met with Brian Kling of Clean-Flo last week. According to Mrs. Nietubicz, Clean-Flo never made any
representations that the lake’s algae problem would disappear within a
year. In fact, she stated that
according to Clean-Flo the lake is progressing nicely. Mrs. Nietubicz stated that the sandy patches
at the bottom of the lake indicate that the lake’s health is improving. She offered to give more information to
anyone that requests it.
Amelia Oleson of Lincoln Avenue brought up
several points. She asked for an
explanation of the 3 audit recommendations.
Commissioner van Hesswyk addressed each point and reported that
corrective action has been taken on each finding. Mrs. Oleson asked if there was any incentive to a property owner
paying his/her quarterly taxes or water/sewer in advance. The Municipal Clerk responded that current
local legislation does not allow the Tax Collector or Water/ Sewer Clerk to
give a discount for prepayment. Mrs.
Oleson offered to give the Commissioners details on another New Jersey
municipality that does offer this type of incentive. Mrs. Oleson asked if Ordinance 551-08 would affect her role in
the “Adopt a Beach” program held twice a year and sponsored locally by
her. The Municipal Clerk warned Mrs.
Oleson that she may be creating a liability issue for herself and the Borough
by not following the guidelines set forth by the Atlantic County Joint
Insurance Fund. Commissioner van
Heeswyk asked Mrs. Oleson to copy her on the package supplied by the State of
New Jersey.
Mrs. Oleson asked what the current cost of a Water/Sewer lateral is. The Municipal Clerk responded that the cost
is $900 for water and $3,000 for sewer.
Megane Smith asked if the $38.00/year
increase in water/sewer cost included the proposed State tax on water use. The Municipal Clerk responded that it did
not.
Helena Bew of Lake Drive asked what would
become of Circle Games due to the introduction of Ordinance 551-08, which
regulates the use of Borough facilities.
She stated that the Taxpayers Association’s Circle games contribute
greatly to the quality of life in Cape May Point and would be sorely missed if
cancelled. Commissioner Schupp stated
that Circle Games would not be cancelled and that the Borough officials had
plans to keep Circle Games for many years to come.
Amelia Oleson referred to a rumor that she
heard in Cape May City regarding the beach renourishment project. She stated that she heard that the Cape May
Point Borough Officials decided not to proceed with the sand renourishment of
our beaches. The Clerk stated that this
is simply untrue. She reported that the
State Aid Agreement had been executed by all parties involved and the Borough
paid its share of the cost in advance of the project being bid (as previously
agreed upon with the DEP.) Mrs. Oleson
also asked about the proposed gabion project.
The Municipal Clerk stated that the present governing body did not sign
the State Aid Agreement as they unanimously agreed that it would not be
financially prudent at this time.
Mrs. Oleson asked if the Army Corps would be removing the
sand at Whilldin and Coral Avenues and if so where would that sand be
placed. The Municipal Clerk stated that
the sand would in fact, be relocated on our beaches.
Jean Xydis of Harvard Avenue asked if the
condition of the reefs was checked periodically throughout the year. Commissioner Nietubicz stated that a survey
is done annually. He stated that the
Army Corps disagrees with the Stockton surveys as does the Beach Patrol.
Commissioner Nietubicz reported that beach tags sales are down $8,000 from last year.