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WHEREAS, the Township of Jackson desires, using the Fair and Open Process in accordance with New Jersey State Law, to sell various accumulated scrap metals on the open market to the highest bidder; and

WHEREAS, the Township has determined that the value of said sales will exceed $17,500 in a period of one year or less, and is subject to New Jersey Pay-to-Play law (N.J.S.A.19:44A-20); and

WHEREAS, the anticipated length of a contract awarded will be for no more than one year and will be subject to the specifications included in a bid package to be advertised in accordance with public law; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Township Council hereby authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for said sale of scrap metal within the confines of New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law (40A:11-1 et.seq).

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

DATED: 05-15-08

ANN MARIE EDEN, R.M.C.

TOWNSHIP CLERK

DISCUSSION AGENDA:

MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES – CLERK EDEN explained the ceremonies would begin at 11:00 AM on May 23, 2008. Councilman Martin asked where the ceremonies would be held? Council President Updegrave stated the parade would begin at Jackson Memorial High School at 9:00. The services at the Senior Center would begin at 11:00 AM and the VFW would be having a little something as they do every year and they have an open door policy.

BUDGET WORKSHOPS – CLERK EDEN confirmed the workshops would be held on 5/20/08 and 5/22/08 6:30PM to 10:00PM and they discussed putting the information on the website.

CLERK EDEN announced on May 13th new Council members were elected and stated Mikhail Kafton, Michael “Mike” Reina and Roberta “Bobbie” Rivere would serve a 4-Year Term starting July 1, 2008.

PUBLIC HEARING, ANY TOPIC

JOSEPH BRILL-100 MURIFIELD ROAD: He stated he didn’t know what ambulance service came to his apartment when his wife was having an emergency but the length of time in responding was excessive. They had trouble getting into his community and while taking her vitals they noted her oxygen level was very low and discussed if they should transport her to the hospital or let her go there in the apartment. They decided to take her in the ambulance where they sat another 30 minutes and when they decided to leave for the hospital they almost left without him and when en-route to the hospital they traveled at 30 MPH with no lights or sirens. He felt that was unreasonable in a life and death situation. He stated his wife had passed away that night. Whichever ambulance service was used showed no professionalism and he didn’t want this to happen to anyone else. Administrator Del Turco confirmed receipt of his letter regarding the incident and would look into it and would relay the information to Mr. Brill. The EMS advisory Committee would also get involved.

SANDY KELLY-618 BURKE ROAD: She stated she heard the girls softball teams would no longer be able to use the Bartley Fields next year because the Holbrook Little League would be using them exclusively and asked if it was true and if so where were the girls suppose to play. Councilman Gudaitis explained that wouldn't be determined by the Council but they would look into it and get back to her and asked where she got the information from? Council President Updegrave suggested any time anyone had a