20210609 - Village Council Regular Public Meeting Minutes

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 JUNE 9, 2021 AT 8:00 P.M.

 

1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG     SALUTE

 

Mayor Knudsen called the meeting to order at 8:01 P.M. and read the Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act.  At roll call the following were present: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, 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, as well as in a Moment of Silence for our men and women serving our nation, our First Responders, and for Dolores Tome who worked for the Ridgewood Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Bureau for the past 31 years.  She passed away unexpectedly this morning, just three weeks away from retirement.  They will all miss Dolores terribly and remember her fondly.

 

2. ACCEPTANCE OF FINANCIAL REPORTS

 

Mayor Knudsen moved that the Bills, Claims, and Vouchers, and Statement of Funds on Hand as of May 31, 2021, be accepted as submitted.  Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      Councilwoman Perron

 

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 

Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Council minutes of February 3, 2021 and February 24, 2021 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 Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

 

 

4. PROCLAMATIONS

 

1. BEE CITY USA AND NATIONAL POLLINATOR WEEK

 

Deputy Mayor Sedon read the following proclamation:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.         COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC

 

Bob Upton, 172 West Glen Avenue, stated that concerning the sidewalks on West Glen Avenue, he is not opposed to them, he wants to understand the process of developing and approving the plans.  He is also unclear what the process is going to be in approving and executing the project.  He asked what the purpose is of the resolution tonight, relating to the West Glen sidewalks.  He asked if the residents will have a chance to present their views, and if the Citizens Safety Advisory Committee would be involved in that process.  Mr. Upton asked if he would be able to discuss the specific circumstances of his property before a decision is made.

 

Linda Scarpa, 569 Northern Parkway, stated that she wanted to address the last comment made about her statements at the last Village Council meeting on June 2, 2021.  It was stated by the Mayor that the decision was based on safety which was stressed several times.  She added that the Mayor spoke to her in March, April, and May, several times and at no time did the Mayor address Ms. Scarpa’s clear statements regarding OPRA documents or prove that their plan was better, to defund the low paid EMT and hire two Firefighters.  The Mayor said at the last meeting it was due to safety. 

 

Ms. Scarpa stated that she asked all of the EMT personnel, and they told her there was one issue with one person, two years ago, in part because the signal was too weak.  The EMT requested funds to strengthen the signal, which was denied at the time, so the EMTs used their own funds to fix it.  The fact is the one person who missed or was late for the call was discharged and no other incident has occurred at all, according to them.  She asked why they would punish all of the EMTs for this event.

 

Ms. Scarpa wondered who would continue the community service that the EMT has done for the last 40 years.  She added that they are thanked by sitting in the hot sun without pay for the Fourth of July Parade.  She added this is a bad plan for Ridgewood, but it was already approved.

 

Mahmoud Hamza, 528 Amsterdam Avenue, presented a check for $2,000 donation to the Parks and Recreation Department to plant more trees in Ridgewood.  The proceeds came from his wonderful neighbors, friends, and members of the Muslim Society of Ridgewood.  After his mother passed away due to COVID complications, they were approached by many who asked what they could do.  They thought the best way to remember his mother was to plant more trees.  He asked for one tree to be planted next to his father’s tree, with a plaque commemorating her, by the Village Hall.  The remainder of the money is to be used to plant trees in our Village Business District.  He already submitted the paperwork to the Director of the Parks and Recreation Department.  He thanked all those who kindly contributed to these funds.

 

Mayor Knudsen stated this was a beautiful gift and a beautiful tribute to his mother.  There was a round of applause.

 

Louis Delicate, 959 Barnes Drive, stated that humans are social species, and we formed communities around commonalities.  Two years ago, he discovered a commonality in the Village.  Right now there is a condition here in Ridgewood that is a vacuum that is waiting to be filled and exists because it was forced into being, by the powers that be.  The Village Council can either correct this position or direct those who can correct it.  He urged them to make it right so that Village seniors can enjoy what little time they have left to do the things they can still do, while they can still do them.  They want to be able to play pickleball on the Glen School Courts on the same schedule that is now established for the tennis courts.

 

A letter written by Jean Solomon, 648 Spring Avenue, was read.  She wrote that she was very disappointed that at last week’s Village Council meeting, the multitude of letters written by concerned residents were summarized and not read in full.  This is especially disheartening because the time for public comments at the beginning and end of the meeting was not used to its fullest extent.  Each letter represented the individual voice of the author and it felt extremely disrespectful and dismissive to those Village residents who took the time to express their views, and these residents deserve better.  That night, Nancy Bigos made the recommendation for the full restoration of the hours for pickleball to align with those of tennis. 

 

Ms. Solomon wrote that her recommendation was ignored, and to restart a discussion at this time which had been dismissed in January, regarding alternative locations and the times of pickleball play at Glen School.  Looking at alternate sites is a topic for another time.  She is hoping at this meeting that the recommendation of Ms. Bigos is accepted as submitted, and they can finally put this issue to rest.

 

There were no additional comments from the public, and Mayor Knudsen closed public comment.

 

Mayor Knudsen asked Ms. Mailander if she and Councilwoman Reynolds could speak to Mr. Upton to get the information he needs.  Ms. Mailander indicated that they would do so.

 

6.         MANAGER’S REPORT

 

Ms. Mailander reminded everyone that the Village Council’s upcoming meetings are June 23^rd, July 7^th, and July 14^th.

 

7. VILLAGE COUNCIL REPORTS

 

Green Ridgewood – Councilwoman Perron stated that Green Ridgewood met jointly with the Green Team last week and most of their meeting was taken up with Sustainable Jersey Certification.  They have the Arts Amble coming up this Friday at 5:00 P.M. on the Dunham Trail, that is sponsored by Green Ridgewood and the Bergen Arts Council.  The event is free and ends at the James Rose House.

 

Mayor Knudsen added that attendees to the Arts Amble can add $10 for tickets to have a tour of the James Rose House.  

 

Chamber of Commerce – Councilwoman Perron stated that the Chamber of Commerce met this morning, and they had their installation breakfast for the new officers of the Chamber of Commerce.  The Mayor swore in the new Board of Directors for the Chamber.  The Director of the Chamber of Commerce also gave out “Above and Beyond” awards to the whole team that worked on the Feed the Frontlines Initiative, which was a stupendous effort.  The team included Jen Williams, Jeanne Johnson, Stacey Antine, Paul Vagianos, Ramon Hache, Scott Lief, Karen Hughes, Gail Ghezzi, and Joan Groome.

 

Mayor Knudsen stated that this morning, she issued the Oath of Office to Gary Kolesaire, the owner of The Tobacco Shop of Ridgewood.  Outgoing President Scott Lief worked tirelessly during the pandemic and his leadership and enthusiasm gave many businesses owners and Village Councilmembers a lot of hope and encouragement.  She thanked him and wished the new Chamber President and members good luck in the coming year.

 

Juneteenth – Councilwoman Perron stated that Saturday, June 19^th is Juneteenth, which is a new State holiday that Governor Murphy instituted last year.  There is going to be an observance of that holiday at Overpeck Park between 12:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M.  There is also another observance in Mahwah at the Commodore Perry Fields.

 

Pride Celebration – Councilwoman Reynolds stated that she attended the Pride Celebration on June 5^th, which was a great day.  She thanked everyone that was involved in putting it together.  Councilwoman Walsh added that the event was spectacular.

 

Mayor Knudsen added that the event was fantastic at Memorial Park at Ven Neste Square, as it was an opportunity for Village residents to share their personal experiences.  She thanked the speakers and the Village employees who helped with the event.

 

Ridgewood Water – Councilwoman Reynolds stated that yesterday at Graydon Pool, they celebrated Ridgewood Water’s 100 Year Anniversary.  She thanked Rich Calbi and Ridgewood Water, adding that Mr. Calbi has done so many positive things for Ridgewood Water and she believes he will continue to do so.

 

Senior Picnic – Councilwoman Walsh stated that she was at the Senior Picnic at Graydon on Saturday, it was a great time seeing people that they hadn’t seen in a while.

 

Sustainable Jersey – Deputy Mayor Sedon stated that the Sustainable Jersey application has been successfully submitted.  They have enough actions and compliant priority actions to be certified again at the Silver level.  He thanked the Green Team for all the help they gave to put this together.  They submitted 460 points, and the threshold is 350.  He thanked everyone who helped pull it all together, as it was a big effort.

 

Ridgewood Public Library – Mayor Knudsen stated that the Library hosted the annual ESL event virtually.  For many, the Ridgewood Public Library ESL program provides an opportunity to learn while forging new lifelong friendships.  She thanked Victoria Hilditch and Victoria Schnure, Nancy Greene, Gail Campbell, the Library Board of Trustees, the Friends of the Ridgewood Library and the Ridgewood Library Foundation for their support, as well as the tutors and the students.  There were 78 students from 18 countries, speaking 14 different native languages. 

 

On Monday evening, the Library Board of Trustees participated in a library Law program with Mr. Zucker.  He will be sharing his presentation.

 

Mayor’s Wellness Campaign – Mayor Knudsen stated that she and Dawn Cetrulo participated in the Mayor’s Wellness Campaign with Julie DiSimone. The meeting was organized as an opportunity to take a look back at the year and how the campaign was implemented, which was virtually.  The Village received $1,000 from the Wellness Campaign and have earmarked those funds to create a web app based wellness program.

 

8. ORDINANCES – RIDGEWOOD WATER

 

1. INTRODUCTION – NONE

 

2. PUBLIC HEARING - #3861 – Amend Ordinance Chapter 145 – Fees – Water Service Connection Fees

 

Mayor Knudsen moved the second reading of ordinance 3861.  Councilwoman Perron seconded the motion.

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

The Village Clerk read ordinance 3861 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 stated that due to the fact that this ordinance’s publication indicated that it would have a Public Hearing via Zoom, which is not the case, the Public Hearing on Ordinance 3861 will be continued to a Special Public Meeting to be held on June 23, 2021, beginning at 7:30 P.M.  The Public Hearing for Ordinance 3861 was advertised for this evening’s meeting, so anyone wishing to comment on this ordinance may do so at this time or wait until the June 23^rd Special Public Meeting to comment.  The Public Hearing was opened.

 

There were no comments from the public and Mayor Knudsen closed the Public Hearing.

 

Mayor Kndusen moved the Public Hearing on Ordinance 3861 be continued to June 23, 2021.  Councilwoman Perron seconded the motion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

9. RESOLUTIONS – RIDGEWOOD WATER

 

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS, NUMBERED 21-145 THROUGH 21-151, WERE ADOPTED BY A CONSENT AGENDA WITH ONE VOTE BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL, AND WERE READ BY TITLE ONLY:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10. ORDINANCES 

 

1. INTRODUCTION - #3863 – Amend Chapter 145 – Fees – Daily Parking Permit Fee

 

Mayor Knudsen moved the first reading of ordinance 3863.  Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

The Village Clerk read ordinance 3863 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”

 

Councilwoman Reynolds moved that ordinance 3863 be adopted on first reading and that July 14, 2021 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon.  Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion. 

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

2. INTRODUCTION - #3864 – Amend Chapter 265 – Vehicles and Traffic – Establish Stop Signs – Highland Avenue and Grandview Circle at McKinley Place

 

Mayor Knudsen moved the first reading of ordinance 3864.  Deputy Mayor Sedon seconded the motion.

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

The Village Clerk read ordinance 3864 by title:

 

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 265 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, AT SECTION 265-59, SCHEDULE IX: “STOP INTERSECTIONS”

 

Councilwoman Perron moved that ordinance 3864 be adopted on first reading and that July 14, 2021 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon.  Deputy Mayor Sedon seconded the motion. 

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

3. INTRODUCTION - #3865 – Repeal Chapter 154 Flood Damage Prevention and Adopt New Chapter 154 Flood Management Regulations

 

Mayor Knudsen moved the first reading of ordinance 3865.  Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion.

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

The Village Clerk read ordinance 3865 by title:

 

AN ORDINANCE BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE TO REPEAL CHAPTER 154 FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION IN ITS ENTIRETY; AND TO ADOPT A NEW CHAPTER 154 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS; TO ADOPT FLOOD HAZARD MAPS; TO DESIGNATE A FLOODPLAIN ADMINISTRATOR; AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE

 

Councilwoman Reynolds moved that ordinance 3865 be adopted on first reading and that July 14, 2021 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon.  Councilwoman Walsh seconded the motion. 

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

4. INTRODUCTION - #3866 – Salary Ordinance Amendments

 

Mayor Knudsen moved the first reading of ordinance 3866.  Deputy Mayor Sedon seconded the motion.

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

The Village Clerk read ordinance 3866 by title:

 

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SALARY ORDINANCE 3608 FIXING THE SALARIES, WAGES AND OTHER COMPENSATION FOR WHITE COLLAR EMPLOYEES; AND TO AMEND SALARY ORDINANCE 3830, FIXING SALARIES, WAGES AND OTHER COMPENSATION AND TO ESTABLISH THE “EMPLOYEE AGREEMENT” OF CERTAIN NON-UNION OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, COUNTY OF BERGEN, AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY

 

Councilwoman Walsh moved that ordinance 3866 be adopted on first reading and that June 23, 2021 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon.  Deputy Mayor Sedon seconded the motion. 

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

5. PUBLIC HEARING - #3862 – Amend Chapter 244-13, Article IV – Tobacco, Cannabis, and Electronic Vapor Substance Inhalation Shops

 

Mayor Knudsen moved the reading of ordinance 3862 by title on second reading and that the Public Hearing thereon be opened.  Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

The Village Clerk read ordinance 3862 by title:

 

AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE OPERATION OF ANY CLASS OF CANNABIS BUSINESSES WITHIN ITS GEOGRAPHICAL BOUNDARIES AND AMENDING ARTICLE IV, SECTION 244-13, TOBACCO, CANNABIS, AND ELECTRONIC VAPOR SUBSTANCE INHALATION SHOPS, OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD

 

Mayor Knudsen stated that due to the fact that this ordinance’s publication indicated that it would have a Public Hearing via Zoom, which is not the case, the Public Hearing on Ordinance 3862 will be continued to a Special Public Meeting to be held on June 23, 2021, beginning at 7:30 P.M.  The Public Hearing for Ordinance 3862 was advertised for this evening’s meeting, so anyone wishing to comment on this ordinance may do so at this time or wait until the June 23^rd Special Public Meeting to comment.  The Public Hearing was opened.  There were no comments from the public and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing on Ordinance 3862 be continued to June 23, 2021.  Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.

 

Roll Call Vote

 

AYES:             Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Sedon, Walsh, and Mayor Knudsen

NAYS:            None

ABSENT:       None

ABSTAIN:      None

 

11. RESOLUTIONS

 

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS, NUMBERED 21-152 THROUGH 21-192, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF RESOLUTIONS NUMBERED 21-177, WHICH WAS MOVED OFF THE CONSENT AGENDA, AND 21-186 AND 21-187, WHICH WERE REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA, WERE ADOPTED BY A CONSENT AGENDA WITH ONE VOTE BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL, AND WERE READ BY TITLE ONLY:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS, NUMBERED 21-177 AND 21-193, WERE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY AND READ IN FULL:

 

Before voting on Resolution 21-177, Councilwoman Walsh stated that she thinks Mr. Rogers is a wonderful attorney and has done wonderful things for the Village, but she is objecting to the change that was made in the way that they are now going to be paying for his services and the information that is going to be coming to the Village Council on his bills.  In the past, she found something that fellow Councilmembers were doing by looking at Mr. Rogers’ bills and she finds that information to be very informative.  The fact that they are not going to have that now, unless they request it, will make it difficult for Councilmembers and the public to be able to search things that are public information.  She is voting yes for Mr. Rogers, but she is not in favor of the new process that is being put in place.

 

Mayor Knudsen acknowledged that Councilwoman Walsh’s due diligence in those documents revealed information that was concerning to her and this predates everyone here.  She thinks this is a move in the right direction, and Mr. Rogers has been an outstanding Village Attorney.  Mayor Knudsen appreciates Councilwoman Walsh’s position, but this is the best way forward for the Village.  It allows, in all likelihood, greater access to Mr. Rogers where in the past there may have been some hesitation to pursue legal advice, because it would cost the Village money.  This new process is a good way to make sure that people are comfortable reaching out to the Village Attorney and seeking appropriate legal counsel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Before voting on Resolution 21-193, Councilwoman Perron asked for a clarification on how many tennis courts at Bellair will be converted to pickleball courts.  Mayor Knudsen stated that three pickleball courts will be created, but they are creating an overlay and not converting any courts.  Councilwoman Perron stated that when this controversy first arose in 2019, the neighbors came before the Village Council and they were saying that the sound of the pickleball play was constant.  The Village sold no badges to non-residents this year, thereby reducing the players by 173 badge holders.  Recently when she has gone to the pickleball courts at Glen, at various times of day, there are no players on the courts, so she thinks they have succeeded in giving the neighbors some respite.  She can see that starting play at 11:00 A.M. on a summer Sunday could be very hot, so she is not entirely convinced that this schedule will work out on a permanent basis.  She emphasized that she was glad to see that this was a 60 day trial period.  For that reason, she voted yes.

 

Mayor Knudsen stated that she thinks the placement of the pickleball courts is unfortunate and not appropriate, since they are one foot off of the property line of one resident and very close to other neighbors.  She agrees that there has been some break from that, but it has very much impacted the way that people use their homes and backyards, since they are unable to open their windows in the summer, due to the pickleball noise.  She thinks it is difficult for the Village Councilmembers who approved these pickleball courts at Glen School, because they thought they were doing something very positive for the community and it turns out that they hurt some people and they really grapple with that.  They are trying to strike a balance, and hope that the Bellair courts will offer a shared burden.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC

 

Lillian Blood, 250 North Maple Avenue, stated that she has lived in town for over 50 years, and she plays both pickleball and tennis.  The pickleball noise that the neighbors are complaining about cannot be heard, as she has been there and the noise is not too loud.  They held a public open house at the pickleball courts and they had the neighbors come and play.  She mentioned that the Ridgewood pickleball players also play at Montvale, Glen Rock, and Wyckoff pickleball courts.  It is frustrating and it seems arbitrary on the part of the Village Council that tennis players can play longer hours than those playing pickleball.  She asked for one month of the same hours for pickleball, as is allowed for tennis, and the opportunity to show the Village Council that the pickleball courts would be better used, because now they aren’t being used.  Ms. Blood added that opening the Bellair courts to pickleball is nice, but having better hours for pickleball at Glen is better.

 

Joanne Rodney, 125 Maple Avenue, stated that pickleball has been fabulous and they have met so many wonderful people. What bothers her is that the pickleball players have made all the concessions, and they have ridiculous hours, when pickleball can be played at the Glen courts.  She stated that they have badges that they have to wear and there was a monitor at the pickleball courts, like they were in Kindergarten.  She asked if they check the tennis badges as well.  Non-resident pickleball players have been eliminated.  She emphasized that the pickleball players deserve the same hours as tennis players.  She added that during the pickleball demonstration play, the noise level stayed within acceptable limits, as measured by the County’s noise detection machines, and the pickleball players are still not being respected. 

 

There were no additional comments from the Public and Mayor Knudsen closed public comment. 

 

Mayor Knudsen stated that the reason they changed the days and hours of pickleball play by resolution this evening, was it would allow them to easily modify days and hours for pickleball play, going forward.  They are looking at the Bellair tennis courts being used as pickleball courts, which will provide pickleball players with additional days and hours of play.

 

Mayor Knudsen thanked everyone for attending the first in-person Village Council meeting in 15 months, which was previously held on Zoom, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

13. RESOLUTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION

 

Ms. Mailander read Resolution #21-194 to go into Closed Session as follows:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14.         ADJOURNMENT

 

There being no further business to come before the Village Council, on a motion by Deputy Mayor Sedon, seconded by Councilwoman Perron, and carried unanimously by voice vote, the Village Council’s Regular Public Meeting was adjourned at 9:08 P.M.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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                                                                                                    Susan Knudsen                        

                                                                                                                       Mayor                        

 

 

 

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              Heather A. Mailander

      Village Manager/Village Clerk