DATED: 12-09-08

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ANN MARIE EDEN, R.M.C. TOWNSHIP CLERK

RESOLUTION 430R-08

TITLE: AUTHORIZE THE PREPARATION, ADVERTISEMENT AND RECEIPT OF BIDS FOR SUPPLEMENTAL SNOWPLOWING SERVICES FOR A TWO YEAR PERIOD COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2009 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2010

MOTION TO APPROVE BY: MARTIN MOTION SECONDED BY: UPDEGRAVE YES: MARTIN, UPDEGRAVE & KAFTON ABSENT: RIVERE

COUNCIL PRESIDENT KAFTON asked what the purpose for a two-year bid was? Administrator Del Turco explained the current contract period noting by having a two-year contract there would be continuity.

WHEREAS, the Director of Public works has determined that there may be a need for supplemental snowplowing services for the removal of snow and ice from the Township streets, roads, parking areas and right of ways; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works has requested that the Township Council authorize the preparation, advertisement and receipt of bids for a two-year contract for supplemental snowplowing services.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey, as follows:

  1. That the Township Council does hereby authorize the preparation, advertisement and receipt of sealed bids for the 2009 – 2010 Supplemental Snowplowing Services.
  2. That after the date and time for the receipt of sealed bids has been determined, a Notice to Bidders shall be advertised as prescribed by law.

A copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Municipal Administrator, the Director of Public Works and Purchasing Department.

DATED: 12-09-08

ANN MARIE EDEN, R.M.C. TOWNSHIP CLERK

DISCUSSION AGENDA:

  1. Council President Kafton spoke of establishing a “Going Green Committee” adding it is the way of the future and would be at no cost to the residents. Ms. Sturmfels then spoke and agreed to Chair the committee stating by forming the committee tonight Jackson would be 10 points ahead in becoming a certified community and it would become eligible for grants that will be posted in January. Council President Kafton stated they would need 9-15 members and asked the public to submit resumes, if they were interested in serving, to Clerk Eden’s office.
  2. Administrator Del Turco stated Judge Sahin requested former Jason Gudaitis' position on the Subcommittee be filled and Councilwoman Updegrave stated she would be happy to sit on the committee.
  3. Administrator Del Turco suggested forming a committee to bring in a NJ Transit bus service for Jackson.