MINUTES - November 14, 2011

BOROUGH OF PALMYRA
MINUTES-NOVEMBER 14, 2011

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL:

   Present:     Mayor Scheffler, President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth (arrived late), Mr. Bostock, Mr. Norcross,

     Absent:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.

MOMEMT OF SILENCE.

OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT

    Public Notice of this meeting pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act has been given
by the Borough Clerk in the following manner:

A.    Posting written notice on the official bulletin board at the Palmyra Borough Hall
on January 5, 2011.
B.    Mailing written notice to the NewsWeekly, the Burlington County Times, and the Courier Post Newspaper on January 5, 2011.
C.    Notice to All Council Members.

CORRESPONDENCE.

A.    BID-presentation-Anthony Fratto introduced Joseph Getz and Chris from the JGSC Group of Merchantville. Mr. Getz reported to council that the strategic plan has been forwarded to the BID Board the plan outlines seven strategies and goals. The three main goals are to lower the vacancies in the business district. Mr. Getz also discussed that they are going to enhance communication to all members of the BID and Mayor and Council. Mrs. Riener inquired about the information that was sent to the BID members and if any member of council reviewed the information before it was sent out? Mr. Getz replied that it was reviewed by the BID board. Mayor Scheffler discussed that the information sent out on Borough letterhead needs to have the Borough involved. Mayor Scheffler discussed that she has also had no response to emails that she has sent concerning this matter. Mr. Bostock explained that the BID is here tonight to present their plan and make a presentation to council on their progress and plans. Chris explained that all of the strategies and tactics are presented to the BID board at their meeting. One of goals is to better understand the market of today in the Borough. A market analysis is being done with a physical assessment of the properties in the Borough. There will be a consumer survey sent out and that the BID has met with the Burlington County Bridge Commission for help with the survey. The survey will help identify shoppers and their needs. Another goal is retail retention strategic to create a market for items in the business. The strategy is to stage the vacant properties and make them retail ready and appealing to buyers. Chris explained that they would like to create a one stop shopping area and make it easier to do business in the Borough. The BID board would like to create more foot traffic, run a sweepstakes with the businesses, do some co-op marketing and also through grant applications sponsor events. Mrs. Riener requested a clarification on the marketing and events. Chris explained that they would ask about 10 or more businesses to pay towards an ad for advertising instead of each business paying in full for the ad. The feature business will have more of a presence in the ad than the others that are contributing. Mrs. Riener inquired if they are all being taxed for being in the BID, why do they have to pay extra for the advertising? Chris replied that the BID does not include every business in every event, so sometimes the business has to pay extra. Mr. Fratto explained that in retail there are many co-ops available to stores for advertising and extra. Mayor Scheffler discussed that all of the BID businesses are already taxed for being in the BID and that some are struggling and cannot afford extras. Mr. Bostock explained that if a business wants additional attention on a certain event, they have to pay more. The assessment was passed by council and the object was for the BID to be an independent authority and that they cannot be expected to do everything in three or four months. Mr. Bostock requested that council let things flow for a while and give the BID a chance to grow. Mayor Scheffler explained that council and the Mayor worked for about eight years trying to get the BID approved and that it is hard to justify additional assessments in this economy. Mayor Scheffler discussed that council has the right to question where the money is going and that there is a lack of communication between the BID and Borough Council. The flyers that were sent out to the businesses gave out information that was in violation of some of the zoning regulations. Chris replied that the flyer suggested ways to better the business and that it was approved by the board on the BID. Mayor Scheffler discussed that the letter gave out some wrong information and that Mrs. Kilmer has been answering questions about zoning violations and rules and regulations. Mayor Scheffler explained that this discussion is taking place now at a public meeting, because no one answers the email sent in October and ensuring weeks. Another email was also sent by the administrator with no answer. Mr. Bostock explained the group does not work for the Borough that they were contracted for the BID. The BID is a 501c-non-profit corporation. Mr. Bostock discussed that the BID should not be micro-managed. Mrs. Riener explained that the Mayor has the right to expect a response either by email or phone call and that all taxpayers have the right to ask questions about where their tax dollars are spent. Mr. Tomarchio replied that there was no response from him on the emails because he was under the impression that the matter would be discussed at the November meeting. Mayor Scheffler explained that the Borough Council is the one that has to answer to the taxpayers and that they cannot do that if they do not know what is going on. Mr. Fratto discussed that they are attempting to do one block to show others what can be achieved. Mrs. Riener discussed that the businesses need to get a broom and at least clean their sidewalks. President Brahl inquired as to how many businesses are involved in the BID. Mr. Fratto replied that there are currently 155 paying into the BID. President Brahl inquired as to how many actually attend the meetings and that the building of bridges has not gone well. President Brahl discussed that he believes the business owners in the room care about the BID and the downtown, but it is the ones that are absent that will need to be drawn into the goals and plans. President Brahl explained that the BID needs the support of council and that the council approves the budget. There is no way to answer to the taxpayers questions, if there is no communication. Mr. Fratto responded that the council liaison should have been contacted about the emails. Chris explained that the flyer did tell the businesses to check with the borough on the permits and zoning. Mrs. Riener explained that the council is not the enemy and that they need to know what is being done to support the bid.

OLD BUSINESS.

A.    Resolution 2011-195, Resolution Authorizing A Change Order For South Broad
Street. Mr. Gural explained that there were a few changes to be made on the original contract. Mr. Fox reported that the changed order is for some electric work in the back of Borough Hall, additional paving in the driveway areas, new conduits installed for community center. President Brahl inquired of Mr. Gural if these changes were necessary for the project. Mr. Gural that the matters were bought to his attention and that the current drains needs to be replaced. The conduit is being installed now before the paving is complete for future use, so that the lot will not have to be dug up later. The changes for the driveway cannot be authorized until the Borough has a discussion with the owners of the cemetery. Mr. Gural discussed the phasing problems with PSE & Gas Company and that more engineering will need to be completed. President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Bostock, Mr. Norcross.
    NAYES: None.

PROFESSIONAL UPDATES.

A.    Land Engineering-Mr. Fox informed council that a bid opening for Market Street will be held on the 17th and after review of the bids; they will recommend a favorable bid. The driveway and parking lots as well as Broad Street will have to be coordinated for the paving, the street maybe shut down for a few hours at the most. The contractor will work with the post office and police department for vehicular traffic. Mr. Fox reported that the bids for Ethel Hardy Park were rejected and that several options have been discussed. They are looking at just outsourcing the gazebo and the fencing. The Small Cities grant for the installation of the handicapped sidewalk ramps will have a pre-construction meeting and the notice to proceed was given. The work should start in about 10 days and take 90n days to complete. Mr. Fox discussed that the 2011 road program was started in the area of Park and Chestnut. Also the plans for the police storage shed are completed and were given to Mrs. Kilmer for permitting and approval. Mr. Fox requested permission from council to go out to bid for the police shed. Mr. Gural informed council that they could give a notice to proceed or hold for next month. President Brahl requested that the request be held until next month. Mr. Bostock inquired if the Small Cities grant is a replacement of curbing or new installation? Mr. Fox replied that where needed new ramps would be installed and older ramps would be replaced.

B.    CGP & H- Mr. Gerkens reported to council that at the last meeting of the Bridge Commission they agreed to do the milling and overlay of Market Street.   The Bridge Commission is also doing the consumer survey along with Mark Remsa for the business district and expanding it to other downtowns along the Riverline. Mayor Scheffler explained that Riverside, Riverton have passed resolutions and that they are waiting for Delran and Palmyra to approve a resolution. President Brahl inquired about information for a grant opportunity along the river and that he understands that it is private property and that residents have to walk in the street. Mr. Gerkens explained that the recreational trails from the DEP have to link somewhere and that they are looking to expand it to the Palmyra Cove. Mr. Bostock inquired if the bike and walking trail would be down Harbour Drive to the Cove. Mr. Gerkens explained that the grant money for parks would be open again soon and that the Borough will be able again to try and get a park at the river. Mr. Gerkens informed council that a change order is need for the RCA housing program to be able to do additional marketing for the remaining units.

C.    ERM- Mr. Hogue reported that the work that ERM is doing is being funded by grant money. The environmental work on the south side of Rt.73 and the technical work under that funding has to be in compliance with the grant requirements. ERM is in the process of completing a form that documents all the data on the project. The DEP has done most of the review and work for the grant review, but the state is transitioning some of the projects into a different department. In March all active cases will be managed privately and the Borough will have to contract with someone and that person will make the decisions for the grant fund. Mr. Hogue explained that to complete the efforts, they will have to go out on the properties and also will require a standard letter for permission to enter the lands. Mr. Hogue hopes to wrap up reporting efforts before the end of the year. The next step for 2012 is to implement the changes required by the grants. The state is changing the oversights on the projects and will be using a site person. Mr. Gural inquired as to what point the borough will transition. Mr. Hogue explained that it is better to do it now instead of waiting for spring. The consultant can be the oversight, but it is no longer included in the grants. Mr. Rosenberg inquired if the entity that is performing the work can review the work. Mr. Hogue replied that the DEP will never step aside completely and their goal is to speed things up with less people waiting for reviews.

D.    Environmental Resolutions- Mr. Kirchner reported to council that the contractor for the ADA ramps submitted his permit to the county and plans should allow him to start next Monday. They will be starting in the area of the Tacony bridge and also will be redoing some storm drains. Mr. Kirchner informed council that it took three visits to get the heat working correctly in borough hall and that since it is such a serious problem, they are looking for ways to get extra funding for the project. The sewer bid contracts will be published next week for a bid opening in December.

ORDINANCE ON FIRST READING.
(public hearings will be held on December 12).

A.    Ordinance 2011-26,- An Ordinance Amending Sections 204 and 1400 Of The Borough of Palmyra Land Development, (driveway).Mr. Rosenberg explained that this ordinance was generated by the Land Use Board to council. Mrs. Riener made a motion to adopt the ordinance on first reading, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Bostock..
    NAYES: None. The ordinance will be heard on second and final reading at a public hearing on December 12, 2011 for final adoption after publication according to law.

B.    Ordinance 2011-27, An Ordinance of the Borough of Palmyra To Provide For And Determine The Rates Of Compensation Of Each Officer And Employee. This is a salary ordinance for the years of 2011 and 2012. President Brahl made a motion to adopt the ordinance on first reading. Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None. The ordinance will be heard on second and final reading at a public hearing on December 12, 2011 for final adoption after publication according to law

C.    Ordinance 2011-28, An Ordinance Of The Borough Of Palmyra Re-Adopting And Amending The Non-Uniformed Employees Handbook Regarding Crossing Guards, Seasonal Employees, Part-Time Employees, Inclusion Of Previously Adopted Policies, Time Clock Usage, Lateness, Health Benefits, Benefits for New Hires, Drivers’ Licenses Requirements, Council Meeting Attendance And Other Miscellaneous Matters. This ordinance will update the changes to the employee handbook. President Brahl made a motion to adopt the ordinance on first reading, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None. The ordinance will be heard on second and final reading at a public hearing on December 12, 2011 for final adoption after publication according to law

D.    Ordinance 2011-29, An Ordinance Of The Borough Of Palmyra Amending Chapter 237 Of The Code Of The Borough Of Palmyra Entitled Streets And Sidewalks By Deleting Under Article 1 Paragraph 237-1, Awnings. President Brahl made a motion to adopt the ordinance on first reading, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

     AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Bostock, Mr. Norcross.
     NAYES: None. The ordinance will be heard on second and final reading at a public hearing on December 12, 2011 for final adoption after publication according to law

E.    Ordinance 2011-30, An Ordinance Of The Borough Of Palmyra Establishing Policies, Procedures, Rules and Regulations For The Community Center. Mr. Gural discussed that the community center committee worked on the rules and regulations for the center and that there will be changes needed over the course of time. The changes will be made by resolution, instead of amending the ordinance. President Brahl inquired about the rent for the facilities. Mr. Gural explained that there are multiple rates for different size groups and also for different needs. There are also additional charges for the use of the kitchen. Mrs. Riener made a motion to adopt the ordinance on first reading, President Brahl second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None. The ordinance will be heard on second and final reading at a public hearing on December 12, 2011 for final adoption after publication according to law

ORDINANCE ON SECOND READING.

A.    Ordinance 2011-25, An Ordinance of the Borough of Palmyra Amending The Sewer Usage Rates. President Brahl made a motion to open the public hearing on the ordinance, Mrs. Riener second the motion. All members present voted in favor of the motion. Mr. Kotublak-East Broad Street- strongly request that council still consider and valuate the sewer usage on laundermats. The Borough charges three times more than other towns. Mr.Kotubalk discussed that the increase in rates would hurt his business. Mayor Scheffler explained that the increase has been lower than the original ordinance proposed.
President Brahl made a motion to close the public portion, Mr. Bostock second the motion. All members present voted in favor of the motion. President Brahl made a motion to adopt the ordinance on second and final reading, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll the vote was:

AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None. The ordinance was heard on second and final reading and will take effect after publication according to law.


NEW BUSINESS.

Consent Agenda- Items A through F will be considered in one motion with no discussion needed. Consent agenda items which require further discussion/consideration by the council should be removed from consent agenda. President Brahl requested that Resolution 2011-200 be removed from the consent agenda for further discussion. Mr. Dorworth arrived. President Brahl made a motion to approve the consent agenda with the removal of Item E-2011-200, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

     AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
     NAYES: None.

A.    Resolution 2011-196 Resolution Authorizing Change Order 2005 RCA Evesham Housing Rehabilitation.

B.    Resolution 2011-197 ,Resolution Authorizing The Sale Of Property No Longer Needed for Public Use On An Online Auction Website.

C.    Resolution 2011-198 , Resolution To Cancel Debits and Credits of $10.00 or Less.

D.    Resolution 2011-199, Resolution Approving Colonial Life For A Flexible Employee Benefit Package.

E.    Resolution 2011-200 ¸Resolution Adopting Policy Establishing Guidelines Regarding The Use Of Emails To Discuss Municipal Business. President Brahl discussed the emails being subject to the OPRA request. Mr. Rosenberg explained that all of the council emails are subject to the OPRA request and they are released depending if there is confidential information in them. The issue is that emails also fall under the open public meeting act and that a majority of council cannot discuss business through the emails, this violates the act. Prosecutor Bernardi felt that the emails allowed municipalities to by-pass the open public meetings act and caution all towns to adopt guidelines. President Brahl inquired about the municipal clerk sending out the agendas and is council allowed to respond back. Mr. Rosenberg explained that the municipal clerk can communicate with everyone and each can respond separately to her. There is to be no official business with the majority of council through emails. President Brahl inquired if this is a state law or county law. Mr. Rosenberg replied that it is Prosecutor Bernardi’s interpretation of the law. President Brahl discussed a prosecutor legislating and also prosecuting if the law is not followed. Mr. Rosenberg also explained that he can communicate with council as protected attorney client privileges. Mr. Dorworth discussed that he does not agreed with the manner that it was done and the prosecutor interpreting the law. President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mrs. Riener second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener.
    NAYES: Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock. Motion passed.

F.    Resolution 2011-201, Resolution In Support Of A Regional Consumer Survey By The Burlington County Bridge Commission.

G.    Resolution 2011-202, Resolution Adopting A Cash
Management/Handling Policy For The Tax Office. Mr. Gural requested that this resolution be held for clarification on wording.

H.    Resolution 2011-203, Resolution Authorizing Transfers In The 2011 Budget. President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mrs. Riener second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.

I.    Resolution 2011-204, Resolution To Join The Municipal Joint Insurance Fund Subject To Approval Of Assessment.

J.    Resolution 2011-205, Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Execute The Burlington County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund Indemnity And Trust Agreement, Application For Admission and Certification Of Application, Subject To Solicitor’s Review. Mr. Gural explained that 2011-204 and 2011-205 are part of the application process to move forward on the Burlington County JIF. President Brahl made a motion to approve Resolution 2011-204 and Resolution 2011-205, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.

K.    Resolution 2011-206, Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Execute A Cell Tower Agreement Amendment With AT & T. Mr. Dorworth made a motion to approve the resolution, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.

L.    Resolution 2011-207, Resolution Approving The Payment Of Bills. President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.

M.    Approval of Treasurer’s Report. President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mr. Dorworth second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.
N.    Resolution 2011-208, Resolution Requesting Approval of Items of Revenue And Appropriation N.J.S.A. 40a: 4-87 Drunk Driving Enforcement Fund. Mrs. Riener made a motion to approve the resolution, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.

O.    Resolution 2011-209, Resolution Of The Borough Of Palmyra Pursuant To 2011 Pension And Health Benefit Reforms. P.L. 2011C.78 And State Health Benefits Plans Approved Medical Plan Designs For Plan Year 2012. President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.

P.    Resolution 2011-210, Resolution Appointing Seasonal Employees To Work The Concession Stand for The 2011 Season. President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mrs. Riener second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.

Q.    Resolution 2011-211, Resolution Rejecting Bids For Ethel B. Hardy Park Improvements. The bids were rejected due to the costs going over budget with the submitted bids. President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mr. Dorworth second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.

R.   Resolution 2011-212, Resolution Approving The Settlement of Litigation Captioned Fillit Corporation vs. Borough of Palmyra and Borough of Palmyra Planning Board. President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mr. Bostock second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None.
    ABSTAIN: Mr. Dorworth.

COMMITTEE REPORTS.

Finance Committee- President Brahl reported that he is meeting monthly with the administrator and CFO. Mrs. Lewis reported that all departments have been given their budget request to return for 2012.

Communications-Mayor Scheffler discussed that she has met with Mr. Norcross for some new creative ideas for the website.
Construction- Mr. Bostock reported that the store MUSE wants to hold wine tasting and that they need some clarification on the legal issues before zoning approves the request. Mr. Gural explained that the Alcoholic Beverage Control from the state needs to be contacted and that a license is required for alcoholic beverages to be served. Mr. Gural left messages for the County Board of Health to call him concerning the issue of serving alcoholic and doing tattoos at the same location. The tattoos section is separate from the Art Gallery, but there still needs to be a determination from the county board of health. Mr. Rosenberg requested that the ordinances of the Borough also be reviewed for any restrictions on the wine tasting.
Negotiations-Mr. Gural reported that there is a meeting scheduled with the Harbour Association on Wednesday concerning the Kelly Bill and also that police negotiations are ongoing.

Planning Board/Shade Tree- Mrs. Riener reported that Land Use did not hold a meeting in the month of November. Mrs. Riener reported that the Halloween Party was a huge success and that thank you’s are to everyone for helping with their support and donations.

Public Safety/Municipal Court-Mr. Dorworth explained that the police report is on file and that the Chief has spearheaded an effort to correct problems on the Light Rail Train line. Chief Pearlman reported that the Light Rail has been out with their Special Officers more often and that they have offered to run detail from Palmyra to Riverside when funding becomes available. Mr. Dorworth also discussed that the Borough is working with the county communications on the frequencies. The frequencies will bring video structure to the county and dispatchers.

School Representative.¬ Steve Schwering thanked Mrs. Riener and Mr. Norcross for all of the Halloween events and that members of the high school helped with face painting, coloring and keeping the kids busy. The students are working with President Brahl for reviewing some of the old ordinances to be removed from the code. President Brahl explained that some of the ordinances are from 1920 and severely outdated laws.

Public Comment.
President Brahl made a motion to open the public portion, Mr. Bostock second the motion. All members present voted in favor of the motion.

Mr. Kotublak-West Broad Street-requested assistance with the sewer tax and that it remains unpaid and has gone to tax sale. The next sewer bill is now due and he is trying to appear in front of the Land Use Board and cannot because of past sewer bills. Mr. Kotublak is requesting that council allow the application to be heard in front of the Land Use Board without paying the bill. Mayor Scheffler explained that it is an existing Land Use Law and that council cannot override the law. There is not a way around the requirements. Mr. Gural explained that Mr. Kotublak came in to see him today and that the paragraph states that all payments are required to be paid before the application is heard by the board. Mr. Rosenberg agreed with the administrators and councils review of the law.

Captain of Crossing guards-explained that the crossing guards had received a letter about their salaries and had requested a meeting with the administrator. They would like to meet with the council members also. Mayor Scheffler explained that they can discuss anything in public at the council meeting or they can meet with the public safety committee. Mr. Gural informed council that he had informed the guards that they would be on the agenda for discussion on December 5th, workshop meeting. There are going to be a number of changes to the employee handbook and some will affect the crossing guards. Mr. Gural explained that the ordinance is listed for introduction on tonight’s agenda and a public hearing will be held in December before adoption. The recommendation is to pay the crossing guards all year along as a salary employee. Mr. Gural explained that nothing has been finalized and that there will be further discussion.

Residents-crossing guard complained about the need for handicapped ramps on Charles and Walnut Street. Mr. Gural replied that that corner is included in the grant for either repair or replacement. She also informed council that there was a sink hole near Walnut Street on the side of the school. Mr. Ryan-PW will take a look at the issue.

Mr. Smith-Van Sant discussed that he has never seen residents putting so much trash out ahead of time and most of it the trash men do not take. The trash sits out there for days on end. Mayor Scheffler recommended that the residents call the borough and report trash that is out to early or trash that is not collected. Mr. Gural explained that it has been an ongoing problem with Waste Management and that the issue is being addressed. Mr. Smith explained that there has been trash on the streets for three weeks. Mr. Gural requested council’s authorization to write a letter to Waste Management about the issues that were bought upto tonight and that it seems something has changed with the collection of the trash over the last few months. Mr. Dorworth made a motion to have Mr. Gural send correspondence to Waste Management concerning the problems, President Brahl second the motion. All members present voted in favor of the motion.

CLOSED SESSION.
Resolution No. 2011-215, Resolution Excluding The Public From Certain Meetings Pursuant To Section 8 Of The Open Public Meeting Act C. 231 P.L. 1975. (personnel) President Brahl made a motion to approve the resolution, Mrs. Riener second the motion. At the call of the roll, the vote was:

    AYES: President Brahl, Ms. Dobbs, Mrs. Riener, Mr. Dorworth, Mr. Bostock.
    NAYES: None. Borough Council went into executive session at 9:40pm.

Council returned to public session at 10:05pm.

Adjournment.