Village Council Public Meeting Minutes March 8,2017
A REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT ROOM OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 2017 AT 8:00 P.M.
- CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG SALUTE - MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Knudsen called the meeting to order at 8:00 P.M. and read the Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen. Also present were Heather Mailander, Village Manager/Village Clerk and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Knudsen led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and held a Moment of Silence for all the men and women serving our nation and all first responders.
- ACCEPTANCE OF FINANCIAL REPORTS
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Bills, Claims, and Vouchers, and Statement of Funds on Hand, as of February 28, 2017, be accepted as submitted. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Council minutes of December 7, 2016 and February 8, 2017, having been reviewed by the Village Council and now available in the Village Clerk’s Office, be approved as submitted. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- PROCLAMATIONS
- DECLARE MARCH RED CROSS MONTH
Councilwoman Walsh read the following proclamation:
- DECLARE MARCH COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Councilman Hache read the following proclamation:
- DECLARE MARCH AS DEMOLAY MONTH
Councilman Voigt read the following proclamation:
- PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION TO 2016 BOYS CROSS COUNTRY NORTH 1, GROUP 4 STATE SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS
Mayor Knudsen thanked Steve Rankowski, who helped prepare for this special recognition.
Brad, one of the team captains, stated that it was a great honor to be before the Village Council this evening and for the Cross Country Team to be recognized for their hard work and for winning the State Sectional Championships.
Mayor Knudsen stated that since she lives right around the corner from the High School, she often has the opportunity to see how hard all of the student athletes train. She stated that she was in total awe, and that she felt the boys were outstanding. Mayor Knudsen congratulated the boys on their accomplishments.
Councilman Sedon presented each boy with a Certificate of Recognition, and a group photograph was taken. There was a round of applause and congratulations from everyone in attendance.
- COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mayor Knudsen asked if there were any comments from the public, and there were no comments from the public at this time.
- MANAGER’S REPORT
Village Manager Heather Mailander reminded everyone that the Budget Meetings will be held on three future evenings. These meetings are open to the public and will be broadcast live on Cable TV channels Optimum #77 and Verizon FIOS #34. The meetings will be held on Thursday, March 9th at 5:30 p.m. in the Patrick Mancuso Senior Lounge; Wednesday, March 15th at 5:30 p.m. in the Courtroom; and Monday, March 27th at 5:30 p.m. in the Courtroom.
Ms. Mailander stated that NJ Transit will be working on the final piece of the original train station ADA project, reroofing the historic kiosk, at no cost to the Village. Starting on or around Monday, March 20th and continuing for approximately 6 weeks, the stair kiosk to and from the pedestrian underpass at the Ridgewood Train Station between East Ridgewood Avenue, Wilsey Square, and West Ridgewood Avenue will be closed temporarily for repair work. This will require the blocking-off of some parking spaces on the east and west sides of the train tracks. The ramps to the south, that serve the pedestrian underpass, will remain open during this time. The closure is necessary to accommodate roof replacement work on the two roof structures over the staircases that serve the pedestrian underpass. For safety reasons, the public was urged to follow directional signs and not to travel through barricaded areas. NJ Transit apologized for any inconvenience.
Ms. Mailander pointed out that a Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Collection will be held this Saturday, March 11th, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Bergen County Utilities Authority located on Empire Boulevard in Moonachie, NJ, rain or shine and free of charge to Bergen County residents. Items accepted include aerosol cans, antifreeze, batteries, blacktop sealer, fertilizer, fire extinguishers, florescent light bulbs, propane gas cylinders (1lb. and 20lb. only), and used motor oil. Items that are not accepted include alkaline batteries, regulated medical waste, radioactive materials, compressed cylinders, oxygen or acetylene, pressure treated lumber or railroad ties, computers, electronics and tires.
Ms. Mailander reminded everyone that Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday, March 12th. Clocks are turned forward one hour.
Under questioning by Mayor Knudsen, in response to a resident’s concern, Ms. Mailander stated that the elevator by the train trestle will be open during the NJ Transit roof repair project.
- VILLAGE COUNCIL REPORTS
Financial Advisory Committee (FAC) - Councilman Voigt reported that the FAC met on Monday, March 6th. The FAC prepared an analysis for the parking garage, as well as the options for paying for it, which will be presented to the Village Council on March 22nd.
The FAC is in the process of evaluating Village fees with an attempt to make them more consistent and to maximize revenues. Councilman Voigt understood that there are thousands of fees that are now irrelevant.
Planning Board - Councilman Voigt stated that the Planning Board met last night. There were no site plan applications. Two new members, Carrie Giordano and Frances Barto, were sworn in, bringing the total number of Planning Board members to 10. The next meeting is scheduled for March 21st, and the KS Broad Street LLC site plan application, on the former Ken Smith Motors site, will be discussed.
Ridgewood Environmental Advisory Committee (REAC) - Councilman Sedon reported that on April 6, 2017 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Library Auditorium, REAC, in partnership with the Ridgewood Library and the League of Women Voters, will show a film at the library called “Tapped”. The film compares bottled water to municipal water, using criteria such as bacteria. Dave Scheibner of Ridgewood Water will conduct a question and answer session after the film.
In response to questions that have been raised recently as to the Village Council’s position regarding the proposed garage on Hudson Street, Councilman Sedon explained that the Village Councilmembers have been working individually and collectively for months to advance this project. Designated Councilmembers have been meeting with adjoining property owners, Village Officials, and the previous design team and architect. Councilmembers Hache and Sedon have met with Father Ron from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Councilman Sedon presented a conceptual idea to the Central Business District Advisory Committee (CBDAC) last year. Since that time the concept has not changed very much. The Village Council will be presenting a conceptual plan that includes a structure that fits on the existing lot. It will be roughly 40 feet in height, consisting of 3 stories and 4 levels of parking. The one-way direction on Hudson Street will remain the same, and all church-side street parking spaces will remain. The Village Councilmembers are waiting to hear back from some adjoining property owners. Shortly after that, a modified conceptual design, that has taken into account the vast majority of the concerns from stake holders, members of the public, and other interested parties, will be presented to the public.
Ridgewood Arts Council (RAC) - Councilwoman Walsh stated that the Ridgewood Arts Council’s Augmented Reality Project started this evening at the Education Center, with the kick-off of Student Art Month. Members of the RAC distributed information explaining Augmented Reality and how it will work in conjunction with the project being promoted at Earth Day on April 23rd.
CBD Advisory Committee (CBDAC) - Councilman Hache stated the CBDAC met last Thursday. The CBDAC members discussed a way to reduce property taxes through spending at local merchants. Through this program, merchants will offer special discounts to cardholders, and rewards would accumulate that could be applied to reducing property tax liability. The CBDAC will continue to discuss the specifics of promoting this program. Councilman Hache felt this program would be a good way to drive foot-traffic into the Central Business District (CBD).
The CBDAC members also discussed the overall beatification and upkeep of the CBD, as concerns were expressed that it fell short in certain respects. As an example, Councilman Hache referred to the use of decorative kissing balls that were installed back in 1961 by the Chamber of Commerce. The CBDAC will be looking into ways to raise money to put towards this effort and to complement the work that is already being done by volunteer organizations within the Village. The CBDAC will be contacting the Village Manager and the Director of Parks and Recreation for input.
Parks, Recreation and Conservation (PRC) Board - Councilman Hache congratulated the reappointment of David Sales to the PRC Board. The PRC Board also welcomed two new members, Michael Winograd and Bill Riker.
Meet the Mayor - Mayor Knudsen spoke about “Meet the Mayor”, which was held Saturday, March 4th. Some residents were scheduled and some just stopped by. There were robust conversations on a variety of issues. Paul, a young student from Benjamin Franklin Middle School, came in to discuss his efforts toward becoming an Eagle Scout. Paul is working on his Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge. Mayor Knudsen advised Paul on the components that he needed to achieve his goal.
On another matter, Mayor Knudsen spoke about her visit to the new furniture and accessory store, Marie Albert Home, located at the former Ken Smith location. She urged everyone to stop by and look at the exquisite inventory.
Volunteer Connection - Mayor Knudsen spoke about the Volunteer Connection Event which was held on Sunday, March 5th. This event was sponsored by Age Friendly Ridgewood and offered various volunteer opportunities. It was very well attended. The volunteer organizations represented included The Boys and Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic, who were looking for volunteers to assist with Arts, Athletics and Reading Programs; Community Meals, who was looking for volunteer drivers to deliver meals to clients who are elderly, ill or disabled; Paterson Public Library for summer reading outreach with children; Project Linus, which collects and distributes little blankets for children in need; the Ridgewood 4th of July Celebration; and the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), which is linked to the Village’s Emergency Notification System. CERT members will help in emergencies. They are trained in Disaster Preparedness and Rescue and Emergency Coordination.
Mayor Knudsen pointed out that Age Friendly Ridgewood just launched a website named agefriendlyridgewood.org. She described it as a very clean, concise website, which is full of useful information.
Planning Board - Mayor Knudsen stated that she had the opportunity of administering the oath of office to new Planning Board members, Frances Barto, as Alternate #2, and Carrie Giordano as Alternate #1. Melanie McWilliams, was moved up to a Class IV Regular Member position.
Dave Scheibner, Ridgewood Water Business Manager, who is currently seated as a Class II Member, a seat held by a Village Staff Member in a Supervisory Capacity, will be retiring in the near future. Mr. Scheibner has expressed an interest in becoming a Regular Member of the Planning Board upon his retirement. If another Village Supervisor fills the Class 2 Member Seat, Mr. Scheibner would then become a Regular Member. Mayor Knudsen commended Mr. Scheibner on his many contributions to the Planning Board and expressed her happiness that he will continue to work with the Planning Board. There was a round of applause.
Mayor Knudsen pointed out that there are no special requirements, field of expertise, or profession required to become a member of a Village Board or Committee. Membership is intended to be a representation of the Village Community.
Mayor Knudsen spoke of an incident that recently was brought to her attention through Facebook and e-mail. There was what appeared to be a swastika carved in some cement in the area of the intersection of Northern Parkway, North Irving, and Overbrook Road. Mayor Knudsen immediately reached out to Village Manager Heather Mailander and Village Engineer Christopher Rutishauser, who directed its immediate removal. Mayor Knudsen noted that this swastika was not new, as evidenced by the fact that upon further review of records for that area, the swastika was documented in a photograph dated July 30, 2008.
- ORDINANCES - RIDGEWOOD WATER
- INTRODUCTION - #3588 - Amend Chapter 269 - Water Irrigation Schedule and Water Emergencies
Mayor Knudsen moved the first reading of Ordinance 3588. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3588 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 269 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, WATER
Councilman Sedon moved that Ordinance 3588 be adopted on first reading and that April 12, 2017 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- RESOLUTIONS - RIDGEWOOD WATER
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS, NUMBERED 17-68 THROUGH 17-70 WERE ADOPTED BY A CONSENT AGENDA WITH ONE VOTE BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL, AND WERE READ BY TITLE ONLY:
- ORDINANCES
- INTRODUCTION - #3589 - Establish Rules and Regulations for Rental of Rooms in The Stable
Mayor Knudsen moved the first reading of Ordinance 3589. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3589 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 212 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS, AT SECTION 212-30, “USE OF VILLAGE FACILITIES - LESTER STABLE”
Councilman Voigt moved that Ordinance 3589 be adopted on first reading and that April 12, 2017 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- INTRODUCTION - #3590 - Amend Chapter 145 - Fees - Establish Rental Fees -
The Stable
Mayor Knudsen moved the first reading of Ordinance 3590. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3590 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 145 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, FEES, AT SECTION 145-6, “ENUMERATION OF FEES RELATING TO CODE CHAPTERS”
Councilman Voigt moved that Ordinance 3590 be adopted on first reading and that April 12, 2017 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- INTRODUCTION - #3591 - Repeal Chapter 29, Historic Preservation Commission, Amend Chapter 190, Land Use and Development, and Repeal Chapter 251, Swimming Pools
Mayor Knudsen moved the first reading of Ordinance 3591. Councilman Sedon seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3591 by title:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD REPEALING CHAPTER 29, “HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION”, AMENDING CHAPTER 190, “LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT” AND REPEALING CHAPTER 251, “SWIMMING POOLS”
Councilwoman Walsh moved that Ordinance 3591 be adopted on first reading and that April 12, 2017 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon. Councilman Sedon seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- PUBLIC HEARING - #3581 - Amend Chapter 265 - Vehicles and Traffic - Prohibit Parking - Sections of Sherman Place
Mayor Knudsen moved the second reading of Ordinance 3581 by title on second reading and that the public hearing thereon be opened. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance 3581 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 265 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, AT SECTION 265-65, “SCHEDULE XV: PARKING PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES”
Mayor Knudsen announced that the Public Hearing was open. There were no comments from the public, and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilman Hache moved that Ordinance 3581 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- PUBLIC HEARING - #3582 - Amend Chapter 265 - Vehicles and Traffic - Angle Parking
Mayor Knudsen moved the second reading of Ordinance 3582 by title on second reading and that the public hearing thereon be opened. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance 3582 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 265 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, AT SECTION 265-25, “ANGLE PARKING”
Mayor Knudsen announced that the Public Hearing was open.
Boyd Loving, 342 South Irving Street, thanked the Village Council for amending the Village Code to allow vehicles to be backed into parking spaces, with the exception of angled spaces. This decision creates a much safer situation. Mr. Loving asked the Village Council to consider changing the angled parking spaces after repaving, so people will be required to back into these spaces. This is currently being done in Hoboken. Mayor Knudsen agreed that this idea is logical and made a lot of sense, and will hopefully occur in Ridgewood.
There being no further comments from the public, Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilman Sedon moved that Ordinance 3582 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- PUBLIC HEARING - #3583 - Amend Chapter 238 - Sewers and Sewage Disposal - Addition of Masticated Food Waste
Mayor Knudsen moved the second reading of Ordinance 3583 by title on second reading and that the public hearing thereon be opened. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance 3583 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 238 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL, ARTICLE XII, “LIQUID WASTE ACCEPTANCE PROGRAM”
Mayor Knudsen announced that the Public Hearing was open. There were no comments from the public, and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilman Hache moved that Ordinance 3583 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- PUBLIC HEARING - #3584 - Amend Chapter 145 - Fees - Sewers and Sewage Disposal - Liquid Waste Acceptance Program Fees
Mayor Knudsen moved the second reading of Ordinance 3584 by title on second reading and that the public hearing thereon be opened. Councilman Sedon seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance 3584 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 145 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, FEES, AT SECTION 145-6, “ENUMERATION OF FEES RELATING TO CODE CHAPTERS”
Mayor Knudsen announced that the Public Hearing was open. There were no comments from the public, and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilman Sedon seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilwoman Walsh moved that Ordinance 3584 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilman Sedon seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- Public Hearing - #3585 - Amend Chapter 265 - Vehicles and Traffic - Bus Stops
Mayor Knudsen moved the second reading of Ordinance 3585 by title on second reading and that the public hearing thereon be opened. Councilman Hache seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance 3585 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 265 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, AT SECTION 265-74, “SCHEDULE XXIV: BUS STOPS”
Mayor Knudsen announced that the Public Hearing was open.
Boyd Loving, 342 South Irving Street, questioned the reason behind Ordinance 3585. Ms. Mailander explained that the Village is periodically (once every five to six years) required by NJ Transit to update bus stops to ensure that what exists agrees with what is stated in the Village Code. Visits to the bus stops by Village Staff resulted in amending the Village Code by removing bus stops that no longer exist and adding new bus stops, as well as identifying the bus route numbers. NJ Transit will be advised that the bus stops have been officially adopted by the Village.
There were no further comments from the public, and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilman Hache seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilwoman Walsh moved that Ordinance 3585 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilman Hache seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- Public Hearing - #3586 - Amend Chapter 145 - Fees - Significant Sewer Discharger Fees
Mayor Knudsen moved the second reading of Ordinance 3586 by title on second reading and that the public hearing thereon be opened. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance 3586 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 145 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, FEES, AT SECTION 145-6, “ENUMERATION OF FEES RELATING TO CODE CHAPTERS”
Mayor Knudsen announced that the Public Hearing was open. There were no comments from the public, and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilman Hache moved that Ordinance 3586 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- Public Hearing - #3587 - Amend Chapter 145 - Fees - Graydon Pool Fees
Mayor Knudsen moved the second reading of Ordinance 3587 by title on second reading and that the public hearing thereon be opened. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance 3587 by title:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 145, FEES, OF THE VILLAGE CODE FOR GRAYDON POOL MEMBERSHIP FEES AND TENNIS MEMBERSHIP FEES
Mayor Knudsen announced that the Public Hearing was open.
Anne Loving, 342 South Irving Street, stated that she supported this ordinance. She agreed with the early discount feature for people who join in April and the half-price discount for people that join in August. Ms. Loving appreciated that the fees will not increase, noting that this may increase membership.
Mayor Knudsen thanked Councilmembers Hache, Sedon and Voigt, and the members of the Ad hoc Committee, Anne and Boyd Loving, Marcia Ringel, Carrie Giordano, and Lori Howard for their valuable input.
There being no further comments from the public, and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilwoman Walsh moved that Ordinance 3587 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilman Voigt seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Hache, Sedon, Voigt, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
- RESOLUTIONS
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS, NUMBERED 17-71 THROUGH 17-82 WERE ADOPTED BY A CONSENT AGENDA WITH ONE VOTE BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL, AND WERE READ BY TITLE ONLY:
- COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mayor Knudsen asked if there were any comments from the public and there were none.
- ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Village Council, on a motion by Councilman Sedon, seconded by Councilwoman Walsh, and carried unanimously by voice vote, the Village Council’s Regular Public Meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
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Susan Knudsen
Mayor
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Heather A. Mailander
Village Clerk
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