Town of Hammonton Legal Ads

Please take notice that the Town of Hammonton has applied to the New Jersey Pinelands Commission for approval of an application for public development. The proposed public development is to authorize an extension of the town water system to serve areas impacted by contaminated groundwater, as documented by NJDEP’s Office of Wellfield Remediation. Areas to be served include:
Basin Road – from the end of the current water system to Union Road;
Union Road – from Basin to Oak Roads;
Pine Road – from the White Horse Pike to Union Road;
Oak Road – from the White Horse Pike to Union Road;
White Horse Pike (north side) from the end of the current system at Pine Road to Oak Road.
The commission may take action on the application after ten (10) days from the date the notice is published and mailed. The application is on file and available for inspection by appointment at the Pinelands Commission office. Interested persons may comment to the Pinelands Commission within ten (10) days of the date of this notice. Comments should be sent to the Pinelands Commission, P.O. Box 7, New Lisbon, New Jersey 08064, phone (609) 894-7300. Any person who provides comments or requests a copy of the executive director’s findings and conclusions shall be provided a copy of said findings and conclusion and that any interested person who is aggrieved by said determination is entitled to a hearing by appealing the determination.

Prepared by:
Adams, Rehmann & Heggan Associates, Inc.
850 South White Horse Pike
Hammonton, NJ 08037
January 30, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $17.05

NOTICE
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
CONTROL

Take notice that application has been made to the Town of Hammonton, with offices located at 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037, to transfer to Trinity Vintners Investment Holdings, LLC, trading as ‘Annata’, for premises located at 216 Bellevue Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037, the Plenary Retail Consumption License Number 0113-33-013-016, heretofore issued to Vision Property Group, LLC, for premises located at 216 Bellevue Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037. The person who will hold an interest in this license is Philip R. Brunozzi, Jr.
Objections to this transfer, if any, should be made immediately in writing to: The Town of Hammonton, Town Administrator/Clerk’s Office, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037; or to The State of New Jersey, Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Attn: Licensing Bureau, P.O. Box 087, Trenton, New Jersey 08625.
This notice is submitted by Trinity Vintners Investment Holdings, LLC, a New Jersey limited liability company.
January 23, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $12.09


PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF HAMMONTON,
HAMMONTON LAKE WATER QUALITY ADVISORY
COMMISSION MEETING
SCHEDULE FOR THE YEAR 2008

In compliance with the requirements of the Sunshine Law, the Hammonton Lake Water Quality Advisory Commission is announcing the following meeting schedule for the year 2008. The schedule was adopted on December 19,2007. All meetings will be held the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings will be held at Town Hall Council Chambers,100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037 at 7:30 p.m.

Jan 8th
Feb.12
March.11
April. 8
May. 13
June .10
July. 8
Aug.12
Sept.9
Oct.14
Nov.11
Dec.9
January 23, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $11.16

Ordinance # 1-2008
TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 271-30 SECTION B OF THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, COUNTY OF ATLANTIC ENTITLED “CROSSWALKS”” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 1/21/08.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
January 23, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $5.89

Ordinance # 2-2008
TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE II CHAPTER 241-19 (SECTION C) OF THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, ENTITLED “Trash Collection” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 1/21/08.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
January 23, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $5.89

NOTICE OF PENDING BOND ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY

The bond ordinance, the summary terms of which are included herein, was introduced and passed upon first reading at a meeting of the governing body of the Town of Hammonton, in the County of Atlantic, State of New Jersey, on January 21, 2008. It will be further considered for final passage, after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of the governing body to be held at the Town Hall, in the Town of Hammonton on February 25, 2008 at 7 o’clock p.m. During the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of the full ordinance will be available at no cost and during regular business hours at the Clerk’s office for the members of the general public who shall request the same. The summary of the terms of such bond ordinance follows:
Title: BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR RENOVATIONS TO RUNWAY NO. 3’S APRON IN THE HAMMONTON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT IN AND BY THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, IN THE COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, NEW JERSEY, APPROPRIATING $450,000 AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $21,375 BONDS OR NOTES TO FINANCE PART OF THE COST THEREOF

Purpose: Renovations to runway No. 3’s apron in the Hammonton Municipal Airport
Appropriation: $450,000
Bonds/Notes Authorized: $21,375
Section 20 Costs: $90,000
Grants: $427,500 Grant from the New Jersey State Department of Transportation, Division of Aeronautics
Useful Life: 15 years

Susanne Oddo, Clerk
This Notice is published pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:2-17.
January 23, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $17.36

NOTICE
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
CONTROL

Take notice that application has been made to the Town of Hammonton, with offices located at 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037, to transfer to Trinity Vintners Investment Holdings, LLC, trading as ‘Annata’, for premises located at 216 Bellevue Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037, the Plenary Retail Consumption License Number 0113-33-013-016, heretofore issued to Vision Property Group, LLC, for premises located at 216 Bellevue Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037. The person who will hold an interest in this license is Philip R. Brunozzi, Jr.
Objections to this transfer, if any, should be made immediately in writing to: The Town of Hammonton, Town Administrator/Clerk’s Office, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037; or to The State of New Jersey, Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Attn: Licensing Bureau, P.O. Box 087, Trenton, New Jersey 08625.
This notice is submitted by Trinity Vintners Investment Holdings, LLC, a New Jersey limited liability company.
January 16, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $12.09

TOWN OF HAMMONTON
NOTICE OF PENDING
ORDINANCE

The ordinance published herewith was introduced and passed first reading at a meeting of the Common Council of the Town of Hammonton, in the County of Atlantic, New Jersey, held on January 1, 2008. It will be further considered for final passage after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of said Common Council to be held in the Town Hall, in said Town on January 21, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., and during the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of said ordinance will be made available at the Clerk’s office in said Town Hall to the members of the general public who shall request same.

Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator

ORDINANCE # 002 -2008

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE II, CHAPTER 241-19 (SECTION C) OF THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, COUNTY OF ATLANTIC
ENTITLED “Trash Collection”

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Town of Hammonton desire to amend Article II, Chapter 241-19 (Section C) of the Code of the Town of Hammonton entitled “Trash Collection” as follows:
The Town of Hammonton shall not be responsible for furnishing collection vehicles or personnel to remove and dispose of the solid waste of nonresidential users within the Town of Hammonton, “However, the Town shall assume responsibility for the collection of the solid waste generated by the two volunter fire companies and the three military service organizations (American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Disabled American Veterans) at their respective principal facilities.”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Hammonton, County of Atlantic, State of New Jersey that Article II, Chapter 241-19 (Section C) be amended;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.

Introduced: January 1, 2008
Adopted: January 21, 2008
TOWN OF HAMMONTON
Mayor John DiDonato
ATTEST:
Susanne Oddo, RMC
January 2, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $8.99
 

TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE OF PENDING ORDINANCE

The ordinance published herewith was introduced and passed first reading at a meeting of the Common Council of the Town of Hammonton, in the County of Atlantic, New Jersey, held on January 1, 2008. It will be further considered for final passage after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of said Common Council to be held in the Town Hall, in said Town on January 21, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., and during the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of said ordinance will be made available at the Clerk’s office in said Town Hall to the members of the general public who shall request same.

Susanne Oddo, Town Clerk/Administrator

ORDINANCE # 001-2008

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 271-30, SECTION B OF THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, COUNTY OF ATLANTIC ENTITLED “CROSSWALKS”

WHEREAS, the Municipal Engineer and the Police Chief of the Town of Hammonton having conducted review of necessary amendments to Chapter 271-30, Section B, and that the Mayor and Town Council having considered it is in the best interest of the Town to amend this specific section; and
WHEREAS, there is a need to provide safe passage of pedestrian traffic in the Town of Hammonton;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Hammonton, County of Atlantic, State of New Jersey:
SECTION B. Section 271-30, Schedule B entitled “Crosswalks” is hereby amended by the addition of the following:

NAME OF STREET CROSSING TYPE LOCATION
Liberty Street Pedestrian 940 feet (more or less) in a southwesterly
direction from the centerline of Fairview Ave.

Peach Street Pedestrian Beginning at St. Joseph’s High School in an
easterly direction to the Masonic Building

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.
This ordinance shall take effect upon final passage and publication as required by law and the approval of the New Jersey Commissioner of Transportation and the County of Atlantic as set forth in N.J.S.A. 39:4-8.

Introduced: January 1, 2008
Adopted: January 21, 2008

TOWN OF HAMMONTON
Mayor John DiDonato
ATTEST: Susanne Oddo, RMC
January 2, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $41.85
 

PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN
OF HAMMONTON, NJ
ZONING BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENT MEETING SCHEDULE FOR THE YEAR 2008

In compliance with the requirements of the Sunshine Law, the Zoning Board of Adjustment, of the Town of Hammonton is announcing the following meeting schedule for the year 2008. The schedule was adopted on December 27, 2007. All meetings will be held on the fourth Thursday of each month except for the months of November and December. Meetings will be held at Town Hall Council Chambers, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037 at 7:30 p.m. Formal action may be taken at these meetings.

January 24
February 28
March 27
April 24
May 22
June 26
July 24
August 28
September 25
October 23
November20***
December 18***

***Denotes exception

Patricia Berenato
Planning/Zoning
Board Secretary
Town of Hammonton, NJ
January 2, 2008
Ptr. Fee: $13.95

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF HAMMONTON,
NEW JERSEY
PLANNING BOARD
MEETING SCHEDULE FOR
THE YEAR 2008

In compliance with the requirements of the Sunshine Law, the Planning Board of the Town of Hammonton is announcing the following meeting schedule for the year 2008. The schedule was adopted on December 19, 2007. All meetings will be held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month except for the month of July. Meetings will be held at Town Hall Council Chambers, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037 at 7:30 p.m. Formal action may be taken at these meetings.

January 2 & 6
February 6 & 20
March 5 & 19
April 2 & 16
May 7 & 21
June 4 & 18
July 2 & 23**
August 6 & 20
September 3 & 17
October 1 & 15
November 5 & 19
December 3 & 17

** Denotes exception

Patricia Berenato, Secretary
Planning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
December 26, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $13.33

Ordinance # 33-2007

TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 20-06 ADOPTING THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK AS THE OFFICIAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON,” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 12/17/07.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
December 19, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.20

Ordinance # 34-2007
TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE III, CHAPTER 6-13 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, ENTITLED “ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION” BY ADDING ALTERNATE NO 1 AND ALTERNATE 2 MEMBERS,” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 12/17/07.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
December 19, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82

Ordinance # 35-2007
TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING ORD 12-07 FORMALLY RECOGNIZING THE HAMMONTON LAKE WATER QUALITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 12/17/07.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
December 19, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82

Ordinance # 36-2007
TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON AMENDING ORD 11-95 ESTABLISHING A JOB PERFORMANCE REVIEW PROCESS FOR TOWN EMPLOYEES” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 12/17/07.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
December 19, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82

#R 176-2007

WHEREAS, the Open Public Meeting Act otherwise known as Chapter 231 of the Public Laws of 1975 requires that all municipalities adopt a Resolution setting the time, place and date of their meeting; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, as follows:
1. That there shall be an Organization Meeting at 12:00 o’clock noon on January 1, 2008 at which time Mayor and Common Council of the Town of Hammonton will reorganize for the full year and conduct such emergent business as is necessary.
2. That the following is the list of meeting dates for year 2008 and said meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers, Town Hall, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037:

The list of meetings for 2008
are as follows:
January 1 Organization Meeting
January 21
February 25
March 17
April 28
May 19
June 23
July 28
August 25
September 22
October 27
November 24
December 22

3. That the council meetings will be open to the public.
4. That the Hammonton News, the Hammonton Gazette and the Atlantic City Press are those newspapers designated as the papers to which all notices are to be sent as to all meetings not specifically provided for in this Resolution to Chapter 231 of the Public Laws of 1975.
5. That minutes shall be kept and provided as required by said statute by the Town Clerk of all the meetings set forth above and shall be available to the public pursuant to the requirements of said law.

Adopted: December 17, 2007

John DiDonato, Mayor
Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator
December 19, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $22.32

TOWN OF HAMMONTON ASSESSOR’S NOTICE

Pursuant to Section 54:4-38 R.S., notice is hereby given that the Tax Assessor of the Town of Hammonton, New Jersey will sit at Town Hall, 100 Central Ave., Hammonton on Thursday, December 20, 2007 from 9 AM to 1 PM at which time the assessment list for the year 2008 may be inspected by any taxpayer to ascertain what assessments have been made against him or his property and to confer informally with the Assessor as to the correctness of the assessments, to the end that any errors may be corrected before filing assessment list and duplicate with the Atlantic County Board of Taxation.

Mary Joan Wyatt
Tax Assessor
Hammonton
Atlantic County
December 12, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $8.99

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF HAMMONTON,
NEW JERSEY
RE-SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE HAMMONTON
ZONING BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENT

PLEASE BE ADVISE, the regular meeting of the Hammonton Zoning Board of Adjustment for December 20, 2007 has been CANCELLED.
The meeting has been rescheduled for December 27, 2007 at 7:30 p.m., in Council Chambers, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ, at which time the regular agenda will be heard. Formal action may be taken.

Patricia Berenato, Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ 08037
December 12, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $7.75

TOWN OF HAMMONTON ASSESSOR’S NOTICE

Pursuant to Section 54:4-38 R.S., notice is hereby given that the Tax Assessor of the Town of Hammonton, New Jersey will sit at Town Hall, 100 Central Ave., Hammonton on Thursday, December 20, 2007 from 9 AM to 1 PM at which time the assessment list for the year 2008 may be inspected by any taxpayer to ascertain what assessments have been made against him or his property and to confer informally with the Assessor as to the correctness of the assessments, to the end that any errors may be corrected before filing assessment list and duplicate with the Atlantic County Board of Taxation.

Mary Joan Wyatt
Tax Assessor
Hammonton
Atlantic County
December 5, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $8.99

South Jersey Gas Company (SJG) and the Department of Environmental Protection (the Department) have entered into a Settlement Agreement to settle South Jersey Gas Company’s natural resource damages liability for the locations listed below. SJG also agreed to pay the Department’s costs.

Bridgeton Manufactured Gas Plant
Vine and Water Streets
Bridgeton, Cumberland County, NJ
PI# 030596
Memorandum of Agreement 2/25/93

Egg Harbor Manufactured Gas Plant
Buffalo and Atlantic Avenues
Egg Harbor, Atlantic County, NJ
PI# G000005454
Administrative Consent Order 1/31/90

Florida Avenue Manufactured Gas Plant
Georgia and Sunset Avenues
Atlantic City, Atlantic County, NJ
PI# G000005436
Administrative Consent Order 8/17/92

Glassboro Manufactured Gas Plant
103 Union Street
Glassboro, Gloucester County, NJ
PI# 030709
Administrative Consent Order 2/20/90

Hammonton Manufactured Gas Plant
Lincoln Road and 12th Street
Hammonton, Atlantic County, NJ
PI# 025185
Administrative Consent Order 2/9/93

Michigan Avenue Manufactured Gas Plant
Atlantic Avenue and Michigan Avenue
Atlantic City, Atlantic County, NJ
PI# G000026739
Office of Brownfield Redevelopment

Millville Manufactured Gas Plant
1211 North Second Street
Millville, Cumberland County, NJ
PI# 009956
Memorandum of Agreement 10/15/92
Penns Grove Manufactured Gas Plant
Pittman Street and Railroad Right of Way
Penns Grove, Salem County, NJ
PI# G000005488
Memorandum of Agreement 10/15/92

Pleasantville Manufactured Gas Plant
111 N. Franklin Avenue
Pleasantville, Atlantic County, NJ
PI# 009955
Memorandum of Agreement 6/4/93

Salem Manufactured Gas Plant
5th and Howell Streets
Salem, Salem County, NJ
PI# G000005491
Memorandum of Agreement 10/15/92

Swedesboro Manufactured
Gas Plant
Bridgeport Avenue and Auburn Road
Woolrich, Gloucester County, NJ
PI#G000005448
Memorandum of Agreement 4/8/94

Vineland Manufactured Gas Plant
506-508 Peach Street
Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ
PI#025902
Administrative Consent Order 12/30/86

SJG has agreed to preserve
property in the following towns:

Codario Property (50 acres)
Block 2701, Lot 8
Buena Vista Township
Atlantic County

MacKannan Property (39 acres)
Block 14, Lots 7, 8, 10
Oldmans Township
Salem County

Darmstadt Property (70 acres)
Block 9701, Lot 5
Mullica Township
Atlantic County
Folsom Property (149 acres)
1 South Jersey Plaza
Block 502, Lots 1, 3, 5, 8
Folsom, Atlantic County

The property settlements will appear in the New Jersey Register on January 7, 2008.
November 28, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $40.30



NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on November 21, 2007 for ERIC PABON seeking re-approval of minor subdivision for Block 2201, Lot 27, Zone R-2 at Fairview Avenue.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
November 28, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.51


PUBLIC NOTICE

ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are hereby advised that the Division of Aeronautics of the New Jersey Department of Transportation has received an application from William B. Kessler Memorial Hospital for a license to establish a RESTRICTED USE HELISTOP at 600 S. WHITE HORSE PIKE, TOWN OF HAMMONTON, ATLANTIC COUNTY, NEW JERSEY.
Accordingly, the Division of Aeronautics invites written comments or objections regarding this proposed license. All comments or objections must address the issue of the effect of the proposed license upon the public health and safety.
Upon receipt of written comments objections and a determination by the Division of Aeronautics that the proposed licensing is a “contested case” as defined by N.J.S.A. 52:14B-1 et seq., this matter may be scheduled for a public hearing.
The above named application and all related documents are available for public inspection by appointment between the hours of 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Division of Aeronautics, New Jersey Department of Transportation, Trenton, New Jersey, telephone 609-530-2911.
All submissions regarding this matter should be directed to:
Greg McDonough, Chief
Bureau of Inspections and Aircraft Operations
NJDOT – Division of Aeronautics
1035 Parkway Ave., P.O. Box 610
Trenton, NJ 08625
November 28, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $14.57


TOWN OF HAMMONTON
NOTICE OF SPECIAL CLOSED MEETING

Please take notice the Mayor and Council of the Town of Hammonton will hold a Special Closed Meeting on Monday, December 17, 2007 at the hour of 5:00 p.m., in Council Chambers, Town Hall Municipal Building, located at 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey to hold a hearing concerning personnel matter.
Others matters may be discussed in open session or closed session and acted upon in open session as deemed necessary.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
November 28, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $7.13


Please take notice that the town of Hammonton has applied to the New Jersey Pinelands Commission for approval of an application for public development. The proposed public development is for proposed site improvements at Hammonton Lake Park, Block 3801, Lot 15 on Egg Harbor Road. These improvements include the formalization of paved parking, a pedestrian/bikeway path system, amphitheater, expansion of the existing boat house structure, fencing, and replacement of an existing boat ramp, as well as miscellaneous site amenities such as landscaping, benches, safety signage, etc.
The commission may take action on the application after ten (10) days from the date the notice is published and mailed. The application is on file and available for inspection by appointment at the Pinelands Commission office. Interested persons may comment to the Pinelands Commission within ten (10) days of the date of this notice. Comments should be sent to the Pinelands Commission, P.O. Box 7, New Lisbon, New Jersey 08064, phone (609) 894-7300. Any person who provides comments or requests a copy of the executive director’s findings and conclusions shall be provided a copy of said findings and conclusion and that any interested person who is aggrieved by said determination is entitled to a hearing by appealing the determination.

Prepared by:
Adams, Rehmann & Heggan Associates, Inc.
850 South White Horse Pike
Hammonton, NJ 08037
November 28, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $15.19



NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on November 21, 2007 for MATTHEW AND JENNIFER PEEKE, seeking minor subdivision for Block 703, Lot 6, Zone AP at 839 2nd Road.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
November 28, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.51

 

TOWN OF HAMMONTON
NOTICE OF PENDING
ORDINANCE

The ordinance published herewith was introduced and passed first reading at a meeting of the Common Council of the Town of Hammonton, in the County of Atlantic, New Jersey, held on November 19, 2007. It will be further considered for final passage after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of said Common Council to be held in the Town Hall, in said Town on December 17, 2007 at 7:00 p.m., and during the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of said ordinance will be made available at the Clerk’s office in said Town Hall to the members of the general public who shall request same.

Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator

ORDINANCE # 33 -2007

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE #20-2006 ADOPTING THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK AS THE OFFICIAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON

I. PURPOSE
The Town of Hammonton desires that all it’s employees recognize that polices and procedures are adopted to insure an efficient, fair, safe, and enjoyable work environment. Written rules of dress, conduct, conditions of employment, etc. are important to create that environment. It is the policies, procedures, rules and regulations outlined in the Employee handbook as the official guideline which employees must adhere to. This Handbook is not intended to be construed actually or by implication as an employee contract.
II. ADOPTION AND NAME
The employee handbook which has been created through the efforts of the Town Solicitor, the Town Risk Manager, the Town Clerk/Administrator, and the Deputy Town Clerk is hereby adopted and shall be originally known as the “Employee Handbook of the Town of Hammonton.
III. MODIFICATION
As laws and society change, there will always be the need for modification to the policies and procedures of the town. Any modification to the handbook, once adopted, shall be done with the same formality as it’s original creation. The modification must be set forth in writing and received by the entire governing body, accepted by a majority, and notice to all Town Employees.
IV. This Ordinance shall take effect upon approval and publication according to law.

Introduced: November 19, 2007
Adopted: December 17, 2007

Signed: John DiDonato, Mayor
Attest: Susanne Oddo, Town Clerk/Adm
November 21, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $27.90


TOWN OF HAMMONTON
NOTICE OF PENDING
ORDINANCE

The ordinance published herewith was introduced and passed first reading at a meeting of the Common Council of the Town of Hammonton, in the County of Atlantic, New Jersey, held on November 19, 2007. It will be further considered for final passage after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of said Common Council to be held in the Town Hall, in said Town on December 17, 2007 at 7:00 p.m., and during the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of said ordinance will be made available at the Clerk’s office in said Town Hall to the members of the general public who shall request same.

Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator

Ordinance # 34 -2007

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE III, CHAPTER 6-13 OF
THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, STATE OF NEW JERSEY,ENTITLED “ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION” BY ADDING ALTERNATE NO. 1 AND ALTERNATE NO. 2 MEMBERS

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Town of Hammonton desire to amend Chapter 6-13 of the Code of the Town of Hammonton by adding Alternate No. 1 Member and Alternate No. 2 Member to the Environmental Commission; and
WHERAS, Alternate No. 1 Member and Alternate No. 2 Member shall be appointed by the Mayor of the Town of Hammonton in consistency with other Environmental Commission Appointments. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, that the following sub-section be added to Chapter 6-13 of the Code of the Town of Hammonton:
B. The Mayor shall also appoint at the annual reorganization meeting two Alternate members (Alternate No. 1 and Alternate No.2) who shall serve during the absence or disqualification of any regular member or members. Alternate No. 1 Member shall serve a term of three (3) years. Alternate No. 2 Member shall serve a term of two (2) years. Both Alternate No. 1 and Alternate No. 2 Members terms shall commence on 1/1/08.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all ordinances or parts of ordinances which are inconsistent with
this Ordinance are, to the extent of such inconsistency, hereby repealed.

Introduced: November 19, 2007
Adopted: December 17, 2007

John DiDonato, Mayor
Susanne Oddo, Town Clerk/Adm.
November 21, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $26.97


TOWN OF HAMMONTON
NOTICE OF PENDING
ORDINANCE

The ordinance published herewith was introduced and passed first reading at a meeting of the Common Council of the Town of Hammonton, in the County of Atlantic, New Jersey, held on November 19, 2007. It will be further considered for final passage after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of said Common Council to be held in the Town Hall, in said Town on December 17, 2007 at 7:00 p.m., and during the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of said ordinance will be made available at the Clerk’s office in said Town Hall to the members of the general public who shall request same.

Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator

Ordinance #35 -2007

AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON,
COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, STATE OF NEW JERSEY
Amending Ordinance 12-2007
Formally Recognizing the Hammonton Lake Water Quality Advisory Committee

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council desire to amend Ordinance 12, 2007; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Ordinance 12, 2007, be amended as follows:
The Committee shall be comprised of 7 members and 2 alternates as follows and all appointments shall be made by the Mayor with confirmation of Council and officially begin 1/1/08:

1 - Class I Members – 4 year terms
1 – Class II Members – 3 year terms
3 – Class III Members – 2 year terms
1 member shall be a representative of Parks Commission – 1 year term
1 member shall be a representative of Environmental Commission – 1 year term
Alternate #1 – 4 year term
Alternate #2 – 3 year term

The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson will be appointed by the committee.
The Recreation Supervisor shall attend all meetings.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all ordinances or parts of ordinances which are inconsistent with this Ordinance are, to the extent of such inconsistency, hereby repealed.

Introduced: November 19, 007
Adopted: December 17, 2007
John DiDonato, Mayor
Susanne Oddo, Town Clerk/Adm.
November 21, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $26.35


TOWN OF HAMMONTON
NOTICE OF PENDING
ORDINANCE

The ordinance published herewith was introduced and passed first reading at a meeting of the Common Council of the Town of Hammonton, in the County of Atlantic, New Jersey, held on November 19, 2007. It will be further considered for final passage after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of said Common Council to be held in the Town Hall, in said Town on December 17, 2007 at 7:00 p.m., and during the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of said ordinance will be made available at the Clerk’s office in said Town Hall to the members of the general public who shall request same.

Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator

Ordinance # 36 -2007

AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON AMENDING ORDINANCE #11-1995 ESTABLISHING A JOB PERFORMANCE
REVIEW PROCESS FOR TOWN EMPLOYEES

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Town of Hammonton desire to amend Ordinance 11-1995;
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council wish to change the evaluation process as follows:
1. A separate evaluation form has been created and will now be used for police as well department heads;
2. All employees will be evaluated on their anniversary;
3. All evaluations are subject to review and approval of the Town Administrator;
4. The Town Administrator will be responsible for evaluation of department heads;
5. The evaluations will now be reviewed by Mayor and Council prior to employee/department head promotions;
6. The evaluations will be used for other circumstances such as hiring part time to full time status, review of performance after probationary period or reprimand, or any other reason as deemed necessary by the Town Administrator;
7. The evaluation now requires supporting documentation for negative review;
WHEREAS, the employee or department head will continue to have the ability to comment or appeal before their council committee the job performance evaluation given to them;
WHEREAS, the job evaluation does not eliminate the department head, Town Administrator’s or Mayor and Council’s ability to reprimand (verbally or in writing or to suspend).
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, that the attached revised employee, police and department head evaluation form and process be adopted to take affect beginning 1/1/08.

Introduced: November 19, 2007
Adopted: December 17, 2007
John DiDonato, Mayor
Susanne Oddo, Town Clerk/Adm.
November 21, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $31.00


RESOLUTION #173-2007
CHANGE ORDER #4
TO THE JPS CONSTRUCTION, INC. CONCERNING THE WELL #7 PROJECT – STRUCTURAL UPGRADES

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Hammonton, County of Atlantic, State of New Jersey authorized a construction contract to JPS Construction on February 27, 2006 in the amount of $671,000.00; and
WHEREAS, after the contract was awarded, issues regarding the placement of said well were discussed with SJ Gas Company who have the responsibility of performing a site remediation project; and
WHEREAS, the discussions between the Town and SJ Gas resulted in a mutually agreeable decision to relocate the proposed Well #7 from the Lincoln Avenue site to that of the Well #5 site located on 14th Street; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of agreeing to relocating the well involved the practicality of avoiding the Town’s construction effort from becoming in conflict with SJ Gas’s future remediation activity; and
WHEREAS, due to the change of location regarding the placement of Well #7 from the Lincoln Street Complex to the 14th Street site, the Town authorized Change Order #1 on April 23, 2007 in the net amount of $68,891.10, to increase the project from $671,000.00 to $739,891.10; and
WHEREAS, with the relocation of Well #7 from the Lincoln Street Complex to the 14th Street site, the Town still remain desirous of improving certain facilities and equipment at the Lincoln Street complex that was part of the original contract and remained so with Change Order #1; and
WHEREAS, on July 9, 2007, the Town issued Change Order #2 to JPS Construction in the amount of $7,000.00 to address additional roof repairs to the operations building at the Lincoln Street Complex; and
WHEREAS, on July 23, 2007, the Town issued Change Order #3 to JPS Construction in the amount of $48,732.00 to address electrical upgrades at the Well #5 site; and
WHEREAS, the Water and Sewer Subcommittee have reviewed additional issues involving the construction activity at the Lincoln Street Complex; and
WHEREAS, certain improvements to the Well #3 pump house and the chemical building at the Lincoln Street Complex caused the Water and Sewer Subcommittee to reevaluate the most efficient means of upgrading the facilities; and
WHEREAS, due to age and structural deficiencies at both the Well #3 pump house and the chemical building at the Lincoln Street complex, it was determined that it would be in the Town’s best interest to rehabilitate each facility using the existing structure; and
WHEREAS, the structural modifications at the Lincoln Street complex will involve an increase to the existing JPS Construction contract; and
WHEREAS, the structural changes also as detailed in correspondence from Adams, Rehmann & Heggan dated October 31, 2007 are in the net amount of $30,537.00; and
WHEREAS, these changes are presented as Change Order #4, entitled Structural Modifications at the Lincoln Street complex; and
WHEREAS, after reviewing the issues and expense of proposed Change Order #4, the Water and Sewer Subcommittee is recommending to the General Council approval of same; and
WHEREAS, the issuance of this change order will prove beneficial to the reliability Town’s Water System operations and promote the health of safety of its residents; and
WHEREAS, JPS Construction has been previously awarded Change Orders #1 - #3 throughout the contract that begin to approach the 20% maximum threshold; and
WHEREAS, the issuance of the previous Change Orders #1 - #3 coupled with Change Order #4 places the contract at 23.1% above the original bid; and
WHEREAS, the Public Contracts Law requires a procedure to be followed in the event the 20% is exceeded; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:30-11.9 Provisions for Change Orders Which Exceed 20% Limitations, the law requires that the 20% threshold could be exceeded when unforeseen conditions are combined with a situation that renders an execution of a new contract as an unreasonable interference with the efficient completion of the work; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Hammonton will be issuing JPS Construction Change Order #4 in the amount of $30,537.00 and when added together with the previously issued Change Orders #1 - #3 ($124,623.00) will exceed the 20% limit raising the total change order value above the original bid to $155,160.00 for the following reasons:
• The Contractor is currently mobilized and to address these items outside the scope of this project will ultimately cost the Town of Hammonton additional funds.
• Avoids the need to issue a new contract that will consequently increase the cost of the structural repairs contemplated under Change Order #4.
• In the case of the Lincoln Street complex, the existing structures to be modified and reconstructed are in excess of 80 years old.
• Although new roofs were proposed for the Well #3 pump house and Chemical Building, the windows, doors and certain structural problems warranted a reconsideration of the repairs to said facilities.
• It was determined that the existing structures will most likely require attention at some point in the near future.
• After further review of the necessary structural repairs, it became apparent that a comprehensive reconstruction and repair of the existing structures would be more economical for the long term operation of the Water Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Hammonton has performed the following legal requirements:
1. By the adoption of this resolution, the Town has assured that the issuance of the composite value of Change Orders #1-#4 is under Public Contracts Subchapter and is proper and allowable.
2. This resolution is passed prior to execution of the change order.
3. Print in the authorized newspaper a copy of the resolution including the amount to be expended, the original contract price and the need for the additional work.
4. Said actions must be reported in the annual audit. On or before the last day of February, the Clerk shall report to the Division of Local Government Services all changes from the preceding year that exceeded the 20% limitation. This report shall be made on a form provided by the Division of Local Government Services.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Hammonton has authorized Change Order #4 in the total amount of $30,537.00 subject to the certificate of availability of funds from the CFO.

Adopted: November 19, 2007

JOHN J. DIDONATO, Mayor
SUSANNE ODDO, Town Clerk
November 21, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $66.96

PUBLIC NOTICE

Please take notice that on November 21, 2007 at the Hammonton Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, the Hammonton Planning Board will hold a hearing on the application of MATTHEW & JENNIFER PEEKE at which time and place all interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard. Said meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. The premises in question is located at Block 703, Lot 6, Zone AP at 830 2nd Rd.
The applicant is seeking minor subdivision for a single family dwelling and variance for lot width and any or all other variances or waivers deemed necessary by the board.
A copy of said application is on file with the Clerk of the Zoning Board and may be inspected during business hours in the office of the Administrative Officer by all interested parties prior to said meeting.

Patricia Berenato, Secretary
Hammonton Planning/Zoning
Town of Hammonton, NJ 08037
October 31, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $10.23


PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:

That the undersigned has filed an application for a land use approval with the Hammonton Planning Board for a change of use, waiver of site plan; and any necessary variances and waivers from the requirements of the Town of Hammonton Land Use Ordinances to permit the use as a “Launderette” as provided by Section 180-1 of the Code of the Town of Hammonton of the existing commercial building located at 61 12th Street, Hammonton, N.J. designated as Block 2522, Lot 8 on the Official Tax Map of the Town of Hammonton. This Notice is sent to you as a property owner within 200 feet of the property subject to the application.
A PUBLIC HEARING has been set down for November 21, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hammonton Town Hall, located at 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, N.J. When the application is called you may appear in person, or by an agent or attorney, and present any objections which you may have to the granting of the relief sought in the petition.
A copy of the application and the attached drawings are on file in the Construction Office of Town Hall.
This Notice is published by the applicant, by Order of the Planning Board.

Jeffrey Celona, Owner
Humberto Vasquez, Applicant
61 12th Street
Hammonton, NJ 08037

By:
Charles E. Woolson, Jr., Esquire
Attorney for Applicant
206 Fairview Avenue
Hammonton, NJ 08037
(609) 561-0655

October 31, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $16.43


NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on October 25, 2007 for JOSEPH MONTALBANO, seeking a side yard variance to permit an addition for Block 4602, Lot 13, Zone RR at 177 Middle Rd.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
October 31, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.51

Please take notice that the town of Hammonton has applied to the New Jersey Pinelands Commission for approval of an application for public development. The proposed public development is to authorize an extension of municipal water and sanitary sewerage infrastructure along the east side of the White Horse Pike for approximately 1,000 LF within a proposed utility easement along with further extensions of sanitary sewerage east within Moss Mill Road from the White Horse Pike to 7th Street and northeast within Boyer Avenue +- 1,200 LF from the Moss Mill Road intersection.
The commission may take action on the application after ten (10) days from the date the notice is published and mailed. The application is on file and available for inspection by appointment at the Pinelands Commission office. Interested persons may comment to the Pinelands Commission within ten (10) days of the date of this notice. Comments should be sent to the Pinelands Commission, P.O. Box 7, New Lisbon, New Jersey 08064, phone (609) 894-7300. Any person who provides comments or requests a copy of the executive director’s findings and conclusions shall be provided a copy of said findings and conclusion and that any interested person who is aggrieved by said determination is entitled to a hearing by appealing the determination.

Prepared By:
Adams, Rehmann & Heggan Associates, Inc.
850 South White Horse Pike
Hammonton, NJ 08037
October 31, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $15.19



NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on October 25, 2007 for NUNO & KATHERINE TORCATO for a use variance to permit storage of a concrete business for Block 5602, Lot 2.02, Zone AP at 301 Myrtle St.
Said application was WITHDRAWN and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
October 31, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82

Ordinance # 32-2007

TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 271-28 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON ENTITLED Speed Zones Along Town Roadways” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 10/22/07.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
October 24, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $5.58

NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on October 17, 2007 for JAMES AND LAURA FEDGA for minor subdivision of a 12.96 acre parcel for a total of three lots for Block 1601, Lot 36, Zone RR at 704 8th St.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
October 24, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82
NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on October 17, 2007 for Joseph Continisio Builders, Inc. seeking an amendment to major subdivision to permit final approval in two phases for Block 4801, Lots 9 & 11, Zone R-3 & B-2 at Main Rd.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton
October 24, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82



#R 161 -2007

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH POLYDYNE INC., ATLANTA, GEORGIA, FOR SUPPLY OF POLYMER,
AT THE WWTP OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON,
ATLANTIC COUNTY,
STATE OF NEW JERSEY

WHEREAS, there exists a need for supply of Polymer for the Town of Hammonton WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT for the year 2008; and
WHEREAS, the WWTP SUPERINTENDENT has recommended that a professional services contract be awarded to POLYDYNE INC., PO BOX 930894, ATLANTA, GA, 31193-0894; and
WHEREAS, funds are available under the sewer appropriation; and
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq. requires that the resolution authorizing the awarding of the contract for professional services without competitive bidding and the contract itself must be available for public inspection;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that a professional services contract be entered into with POLYDYNE, INC., ATLANTA, GA for supply of Polymer in the amount of $22,000.00.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the contract is awarded without competitive bidding as a professional service in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) of the Local Public Contracts Law because said services to be rendered or performed require knowledge of an advanced type in a field of specialized instruction distinguished from general academic instruction of apprentice and training; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a notice of this action taken by Mayor and Council shall be printed once in the designated newspaper of the Town of Hammonton.

Adopted: October 22, 2007

John DiDonato, Mayor
Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator
October 24, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $19.53

PUBLIC NOTICE

Please take notice that on October 25, 2007 at the Hammonton Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, the Hammonton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a hearing on the application of JOSEPH & SHARON MONTALBANO at which time and place all interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard. Said meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. The premises in question is located at Block 4602, Lot 13, Zone RR at 177 Middle Road.
The applicant is seeking sideyard setback variances to permit an addition and any or all other variances or waivers deemed necessary by the board.
A copy of said application is on file with the Clerk of the Zoning Board and may be inspected during business hours in the office of the Administrative Officer by all interested parties prior to said meeting.

Patricia Berenato, Secretary
Hammonton Zoning Board of Adjustment
Town of Hammonton, NJ 08037
October 10, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $10.54

NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on October 3, 2007 for NEW JERSEY MANUFACTURERS seeking a waiver of site plan for soil remediation for Block 1201, Lot 1, Zone B-2 at 12th & 11th Streets and Chew Roads.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
October 10, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82
NOTICE OF DECISION

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the conclusion of a hearing conducted before the Hammonton Planning Board on September 5, 2007, the Planning Board granted Applicant, VACANT LAND, LLC, an extension for approval for Major Subdivision, to permit the development of thirty-one (31) lots, including twenty-seven (27) lots to be used for single family residences, and remaining lots to be used for open space and storm water management on property located at Block 1706, Lots 1, 24 and 25 as shown on the Tax Map of the Town of Hammonton. The Decision of the Planning Board was memorialized in written Resolution and adopted by the Planning Board on September 19, 2007. A copy of said Resolution is available at the offices of the Town of Hammonton, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037.
VACANT LAND, INC.
c/o The D’Elia Law Firm, LLC
Four Greentree Centre, Suite 300
Marlton, New Jersey 08053
October 10, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $10.23


NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on October 3, 2007 for WILLIAM SCHENK TEXTILE seeking preliminary and final major site plan for a 3,043 sq. ft. addition to an existing commercial building for Block 2811, Lot 4, Zone B-1 at 218 Vine Street.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
October 10, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $7.13

NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on September 27, 2007 for MICHAEL AND SUSAN MUSSER, seeking a rearyard variance for an inground pool and sideyard variances to permit a 6 ft. high fence conditioned upon board engineer approval for Block 4901, Lot 21.24, Zone R-3 at 52 Centennial Drive.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
October 3, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $7.44

NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on September 27, 2007 for FRANK & PAM DI GEROLAMO, seeking two frontyard setback variances and a sideyard setback variance to build a single family dwelling for Block 3501, Lot 16, Zone R-1 at 175 No. Packard St.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
October 3, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $7.13


NOTICE OF FINDINGS AND PUBLIC EXPLANATION
CONCERNING PROPOSED FLOODPLAIN DEVELOPEMNT

TOWN OF HAMMONTON
2008 SMALL CITIES PROGRAM

In accordance with the provisions of the US Water Resources Council’s Flood Plain Management Guidelines for Implementing Executive Order 11988 (43 CFR 6030) the Town of Hammonton announces its findings and intent to proceed with the project described below:
2008 Community Development Block Grant funds will be used for creation of a Senior Center at Hammonton Lake Park. This activity includes the expansion and renovation of the existing Town Recreation Building for conversion to a Senior Center.
Explanation: The Town of Hammonton has completed an evaluation concerning potential impacts on the floodplain and possible alternative actions. The conclusion was that while the site is located in the 100 Year Flood Plain the overall expansion of the building will not create a significantly greater foot print. No other sites or actions were available that would allow the Town to provide acceptable Senior facilities with adequate space and accessibility.
Alternatives considered were choosing another location and the alternative of no action. The Town could not identify another publicly owned site that was accessible and cost effective. The second was found to be impractical as No Action will prevent the Town from addressing the social, educational, health and nutritional needs of the Senior population of Hammonton.
The proposed activities conform to applicable State and Local Flood Plain Protection Standards and are appropriate for the criteria of the National Flood Insurance Program.
Because the project is local in nature, publication of this Notice in a newspaper of local circulation has been determined to be appropriate. Upon publication and circulation of the Notice of Findings and Public Explanation, written comments will be received at the address below for a period of 7 days. Comments should be received on or before October 11, 2007.
The creation of a Senior Center at the Town Recreation Building on Hammonton Lake will cause negligible infringement upon the 100 year Flood Plain, and the Town of Hammonton has concluded that the above referenced public improvements will not result in new or adverse effects on the natural or beneficial flood plain values.
In addition to notifying the general public, the following agencies and groups have been requested to comment on flood plain issues as they relate to this project:

Atlantic County Planning Board
Rt. 9 & Dolphin Ave.
Northfield, NJ 08225

Federal Emergency Mgt. Agency
26 Federal Plaza
New York, NY 10278

Environmental Office
US Dept of Housing & Urban Development
One Newark Center
Seton Hall Law Center Complex
Newark, NJ 07102

Emergency Mgt Coord.
City of Egg Harbor
500 London Ave.
Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215

Clark Gilman
NJ Dept of Environmental Protection & Energy
Bureau of Flood Plain Mgt.
CN 401
Trenton, NJ 08626-0401

Chief Env. Impacts Branch
US Environmental Protection Agency
290 Broadway #1539
New York, NY 10007-1823

A Record of Determination for this project is contained in the Environmental Review Record maintained by the Town of Hammonton pursuant to the Environmental Review procedures applicable to Title I Community Development Block Grant applicants. The Environmental Review Record is on file at the following office:

Town of Hammonton
100 Central Ave.
Hammonton, NJ 08037

and is available for public examination and copying, upon request, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday thru Friday.
October 3, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $42.47
 

NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on September 19, 2007 for THERIAC ENTERPRISES, LLC for preliminary and final major site plan for Block 4104, Lots 1 & 6, Zone B-2 at South White Horse Pike, Moss Mill Road and Boyer Avenue.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
September 26, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $7.13

Ordinance # 31-2007

TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE SALARIES OF THE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES FOR THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 9/24/07.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
September 26, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $5.89

Ordinance # 30-2007

TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE #1-1997 ESTABLISHING A PURCHASE ORDER PROCEDURE” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 9/24/07.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
September 26, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $5.58


Ordinance # 29-2007

TOWN OF HAMMONTON NOTICE

Take notice that an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE SALARIES OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT FOR THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON,” passed second reading at the public hearing at the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council held on 9/24/07.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
September 26, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.20


TOWN OF HAMMONTON
BOND ORDINANCE 20 DAY STATEMENT

The bond ordinance published herewith has been finally adopted on 9/24/07, and the 20 day period of limitation within which a suit, action or proceeding questioning the validity of such bond ordinance can be commenced, as provided in the Local Bond Law, has begun to run from the date of the first publication of this statement.

Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator

Ordinance #027-2007

BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR BOYER AVENUE RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS IN AND BY THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, IN THE COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, NEW JERSEY, APPROPRIATING $80,000 AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $76,000 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE TOWN TO FINANCE PART OF THE COST THEREOF.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, IN THE COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, NEW JERSEY (not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring) AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The improvement described in Section 3 of this bond ordinance is hereby authorized to be undertaken by the Town of Hammonton, New Jersey as a general improvement. For the improvement or purpose described in Section 3, there is hereby appropriated the sum of $80,000, including the sum of $4,000 as the down payment required by the Local Bond Law. The down payment has been made available in the Capital Improvement Fund.
Section 2. In order to finance the cost of the improvement or purpose not covered by application of the down payment, negotiable bonds are hereby authorized to be issued in the principal amount of $76,000 pursuant to the Local Bond Law. In anticipation of the issuance of the bonds, negotiable bond anticipation notes are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to and within the limitations prescribed by the Local Bond Law.
Section 3. (a) The improvement hereby authorized and the purpose for the financing of which the bonds are to be issued is Boyer Avenue recreation improvements, including all costs necessary or incidental thereto.
(b) The estimated maximum amount of bonds or notes to be issued for the improvement or purpose is as stated in Section 2 hereof.
(c) The estimated cost of the improvement or purpose is equal to the amount of the appropriation established in this ordinance.
Section 4. All bond anticipation notes issued hereunder shall mature at such times as may be determined by the chief financial officer; provided that no note shall mature later than one year from its date. The notes shall bear interest at such rate or rates and be in such form as may be determined by the chief financial officer. The chief financial officer shall determine all matters in connection with notes issued pursuant to this ordinance, and the chief financial officer’s signature upon the notes shall be conclusive evidence as to all such determinations. All notes issued hereunder may be renewed from time to time subject to the provisions of the Local Bond Law. The chief financial officer is hereby authorized to sell part or all of the notes from time to time at public or private sale and to deliver them to the purchasers thereof upon receipt of payment of the purchase price plus accrued interest from their dates to the date of delivery thereof. The chief financial officer is directed to report in writing to the governing body at the meeting next succeeding the date when any sale or delivery of the notes pursuant to this ordinance is made. Such report must include the amount, the description, the interest rate and the maturity schedule of the notes sold, the price obtained and the name of the purchaser.
Section 5. The capital budget of the Town of Hammonton is hereby amended to conform with the provisions of this ordinance to the extent of any inconsistency herewith. The resolution in the form promulgated by the Local Finance Board showing full detail of the amended capital budget and capital program as approved by the Director of the Division of Local Government Services is on file with the Clerk and is available there for public inspection.
Section 6. The following additional matters are hereby determined, declared, recited and stated:
(a) The improvement or purpose described in Section 3 of this bond ordinance is not a current expense. It is an improvement or purpose that the Town may lawfully undertake as a general improvement, and no part of the cost thereof has been or shall be specially assessed on property specially benefited thereby.
(b) The period of usefulness of the improvement or purpose within the limitations of the Local Bond Law, according to the reasonable life thereof computed from the date of the bonds authorized by this ordinance, is 15 years.
(c) The Supplemental Debt Statement required by the Local Bond Law has been duly prepared and filed in the office of the Clerk, and a complete executed duplicate thereof has been filed in the office of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs of the State of New Jersey. Such statement shows that the gross debt of the Town as defined in the Local Bond Law is increased by the authorization of the bonds and notes provided in this bond ordinance by $76,000, and the obligations authorized herein will be within all debt limitations prescribed by that Law.
(d) An aggregate amount not exceeding $16,000 for items of expense listed in and permitted under N.J.S.A. 40A:2-20 is included in the estimated cost indicated herein for the purpose or improvement.
Section 7. Any grant moneys received for the purpose described in Section 3 hereof shall be applied either to direct payment of the cost of the improvement or to payment of the obligations issued pursuant to this ordinance. The amount of obligations authorized but not issued hereunder shall be reduced to the extent that such funds are so used.
Section 8. The chief financial officer of the Town is hereby authorized to prepare and to update from time to time as necessary a financial disclosure document to be distributed in connection with the sale of obligations of the Town and to execute such disclosure document on behalf of the Town. The chief financial officer is further authorized to enter into the appropriate undertaking to provide secondary market disclosure on behalf of the Town pursuant to Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Rule”) for the benefit of holders and beneficial owners of obligations of the Town and to amend such undertaking from time to time in connection with any change in law, or interpretation thereof, provided such undertaking is and continues to be, in the opinion of a nationally recognized bond counsel, consistent with the requirements of the Rule. In the event that the Town fails to comply with its undertaking, the Town shall not be liable for any monetary damages, and the remedy shall be limited to specific performance of the undertaking.
Section 9. The full faith and credit of the Town are hereby pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and the interest on the obligations authorized by this bond ordinance. The obligations shall be direct, unlimited obligations of the Town, and the Town shall be obligated to levy ad valorem taxes upon all the taxable real property within the Town for the payment of the obligations and the interest thereon without limitation of rate or amount.
Section 10. This bond ordinance shall take effect 20 days after the first publication thereof after final adoption, as provided by the Local Bond Law.

Introduced: August 27, 2007
Adopted: September 24, 2007
John DiDonato, Mayor
Susanne Oddo, Town Clerk/Adm.
September 26, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $78.12



NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on September 5, 2007 for MINOTOLA NATIONAL BANK, SUSQUEHANNA BANK DV, requesting a one year extension of final major site plan for Block 2817, Lots 6, 7, 9, Zone B-2 at 14 Tilton Street.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary, Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
September 12, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82

PUBLIC NOTICE

Please take notice that on September 27, 2007 at the Hammonton Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, the Hammonton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a hearing on the application of FRANK & PAM DI GEROLAMO at which time and place all interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard. Said meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. The premises in question is located in Block 3105, Lot 16, Zone R-1, at 175 N. Packard St.
The applicant is seeking a hardship variance at rearyard and frontyard to permit the construction of a single family dwelling and any or all other variances or waivers deemed necessary by the board.
A copy of said application is on file with the Clerk of the Zoning Board and may be inspected during business hours in the office of the Administrative Officer by all interested parties prior to said meeting.

Patricia Berenato, Secretary
Hammonton Zoning
Board of Adjustment
Town of Hammonton, NJ 08037
September 12, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $10.85


PUBLIC NOTICE

Please take notice that on September 27, 2007 at the Hammonton Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, the Hammonton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a hearing on the application of MICHAEL & SUSAN MUSSER, at which time and place all interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard. Said meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. The premises in question is located in Block 4901, Lot 21.24, Zone R-3 at 52 Centennial Drive.
The applicant is seeking hardship variances at side and rear for the installation of an inground pool and side yard variances for a 6 ft. high fence and any or all other variances or waivers deemed necessary by the board.
A copy of said application is on file with the Clerk of the Zoning Board and may be inspected during business hours in the office of the Administrative Officer by all interested parties prior to said meeting.

Patricia Berenato, Secretary
Hammonton Zoning
Board of Adjustment
Town of Hammonton, NJ 08037
September 12, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $11.47

NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on September 5, 2007 for VACANT LAND, LLC requesting two, one year extensions for final major subdivision for Block 1706, Lots 1, 24 & 25, Zone R-R at 15th Street.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary, Planning/Zoning
Town of Hammonton, NJ
September 12, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.51


NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on September 5, 2007 for A N CONSTRUCTION requesting minor subdivision for Block 2201, Lots 10 & 11.03, Zone R-2 at 3rd Street.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary, Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
September 12, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.20

NOTICE OF EARLY PUBLIC REVIEW OF PROPOSED FLOOD PLAIN DEVELOPMENT
TOWN OF HAMMONTON
2008 SMALL CITIES PROGRAM

In accordance with the provisions of the US Water Resources Council’s Flood Plain Management Guidelines for Implementing Executive Order 11988 (43 CFR 6030), the Town of Hammonton is requesting public comment on their evaluation of a proposal to spend 2008 Community Development Block Grant funds for creation of a Senior Center at Hammonton Lake Park. This activity includes the expansion and renovation of the existing Town Recreation Building for conversion to a Senior Center. This building is presently in the 100 year Flood Plain.
This notice is being issued prior to final action granting project approval so as to provide opportunity for early public review.
The proposed action may affect the Flood Plain of the Town of Hammonton. The project site is located in an area predicted to be inundated by a flood event having a one percent probability of recurring each year (this is the 100 year base flood). The Town of Hammonton is reviewing the action for its effects on the passage of floodwaters, for alternatives to flood plain development, and for consistency with Federal, State, and Local policies and regulations on flood plain management.
The Town of Hammonton invites all interested persons to participate in the decision whether to assist with Federal funds for this proposed flood plain development. Besides its publication in this paper, this notice is being distributed to community groups and public agencies. Written comments regarding this issue should be received by the Town no later than 15 days after publication of this notice in order to be considered by theTown in its decision process.
Any questions about the project, requests for additional information, or written comments should be directed to:

Mrs. Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator
Town of Hammonton
100 Central Ave.
Hammonton, NJ08037

The Town’s offices will be open between 9 am and 4 pm
Issues raised during the course of the review will be integrated into the decision making process. The Town of Hammonton anticipates completing its review by September 28, 2007. A notice describing the Town of Hammonton’s findings and public explanation of its decision will be published in this paper on or after October 3, 2007. A one week period will be permitted to the public for comments on the decision.
September 12, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $25.73

TOWN OF HAMMONTON
NOTICE OF PENDING
ORDINANCE

The ordinance published herewith was introduced and passed first reading at a meeting of the Common Council of the Town of Hammonton, in the County of Atlantic, New Jersey, held on September 10, 2007. It will be further considered for final passage after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of said Common Council to be held in the Town Hall, in said Town on September 24, 2007 at 7:00 p.m., and during the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of said ordinance will be made available at the Clerk’s office in said Town Hall to the members of the general public who shall request same.

Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator

Ordinance # 30 -2007

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE #1-1997
ESTABLISHING A PURCHASE ORDER PROCEDURE

BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Hammonton, in the County of Atlantic and State of New Jersey, as follows:
SECTION I. PURPOSE
In order to provide for control and accountability over all expenditures by the Town of Hammonton, and in recognition of the essential need to maintain viable procedures so that the business operations of local government may proceed in an efficient and timely manner, this ordinance shall be adopted which shall set forth the procedures to be followed in order to make purchases by any Department Head (or in their absence, the next in charge in the Department) of the Town of Hammonton.
SECTION II. APPLICABILITY
The regulations and requirements outlined herein shall be applicable for all purchases by all Department Heads of the Town of Hammonton.
SECTION III. PROCEDURES
It is determined that each Town Department shall be allocated funds for the annual operation of said department. The Head of that Department is responsible for purchases on behalf of the department and shall:
1. First obtain a verbal or written quote/cost for the proposed or requested purchase.
2. Accurately complete and sign a requisition and submit same to the Finance Department of the Town of Hammonton.
3. Wait until the Finance Department has issued a purchase order (which authorizes the purchase to be made) describing the item to be purchased and cost of same, before actually making the purchase. Head of Department shall issue the purchase order to the vendor in person or by fax and this authorizes the vendor to remit the product or service and guarantees payment of same will be made by the Town of Hammonton so long as the product or service is remitted to the satisfaction of the Town of Hammonton.
4. If a product or service must be ordered, then it is the department heads responsibility to review the monthly list of bills to be paid and sign off on same that all bills listed are accurate and have been received to the satisfaction of the Town of Hammonton. Products or service on order and not received by the Town should not be paid for ahead of time. The purchase order is the legal document authorizing the order or purchase and guaranteeing payment of same.
5. Department Head is responsible for working within his/her annual budget. This means Department Head should anticipate all possible expenditures for budget year and pre encumber those funds so that he/she may work with the remaining department budget balance.
6. Department Head may not exceed his/her allocated budget in any given year.
7. Department Head must review his/her departments budget balances which appear on the monthly council meeting agenda’s e mailed to department head under the Town Clerk Report.
8. For purchases/requisitions exceeding $250.00 the Council Committee must also sign requisition before it is submitted to the Finance Office for review and approval and issuance of a purchase order.
9. For purchases for products or services exceeding $3,150.00 or the percentage of the Bid Threshhold as determined by the State of New Jersey for any particular year, department head must attempt to receive 2 or more quotes and attach same to his/her requisition prior to Council Committee signature.
10. For purchases exceeding $17,500 or the amount set by State of New Jersey (Pay to Play Law) in any given budget year, Department Head must contact Finance Office and/or Town Clerk/Administrator Office to ascertain how the purchase may be made.
11. For purchases exceeding $21,000 or the amount set by State of New Jersey Bidding Laws in any given year, Department Head must contact Finance Office and/or Town Clerk/Administrator Office so that they may formally bid that product or service.
12. Multiple purchases of the same product or service in any given budget year must be calculated in total to determine how the purchase can legally be made.
13. Should an emergency arise, department head must contact Finance Office and/or Town Clerk/Administrator Office for direction prior to making any purchase for product or service.
14. Should the Department Head receive a letter during any given budget year from the Finance Office and/or Town Clerk/ Administrator Office mandating “no further spending” in his/her department due to previous overexpenditures and/or lack of sufficient funding in that department, department head must comply. Should department head continue to make purchases at any point after receiving this letter, he/she may automatically be suspended.
15. Should a department head turn in an incomplete requisition to the Finance Office it will be returned with a letter stating reason for same and if the purchase pre dates the requisition and purchase order, it will be taken to Mayor and Council for review and department head will be subject to disciplinary action for the unauthorized purchase.
SECTION IV. REPEALER
Any ordinance or parts of ordinances inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed as to such inconsistency only.
SECTION V. COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW.
Any purchase made by the Town of Hammonton is still governed by the State of New Jersey laws.
SECTION VI. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This ordinance shall take effect upon publication and passage according to law.
Introduced: September 10, 2007
Adopted: September 24, 2007
John DiDonato, Mayor
Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator
September 12, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $66.34

NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on August 15, 2007 and August 29, 2007 for HAMMONTON PYRAMID, LLC, LOWES requesting preliminary major site plan and preliminary subdivision for Block 4604, Lots 15, 16, 21, 22 & 26-28, Zone B-2 at So. White Horse Pike.
Said application was GRANTED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary
Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
September 5, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $7.13
 

TOWN OF HAMMONTON
NOTICE OF PENDING BOND ORDINANCE

The bond ordinance published herewith was introduced and passed upon first reading at a meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Hammonton, County of Atlantic, New Jersey, held on 8/27/07. It will be further considered for final passage, after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of the Town Council to be held in the Municipal Building on 9/24/07 at 7:00 p.m. During the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, a copy of the bond ordinance will be made available at the Clerk’s Office to any member of the general public who requests a copy.

Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator

Ordinance #027-2007

BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR BOYER AVENUE RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS IN AND BY THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, IN THE COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, NEW JERSEY, APPROPRIATING $80,000 AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $76,000 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE TOWN TO FINANCE PART OF THE COST THEREOF.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON, IN THE COUNTY OF ATLANTIC, NEW JERSEY (not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring) AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The improvement described in Section 3 of this bond ordinance is hereby authorized to be undertaken by the Town of Hammonton, New Jersey as a general improvement. For the improvement or purpose described in Section 3, there is hereby appropriated the sum of $80,000, including the sum of $4,000 as the down payment required by the Local Bond Law. The down payment has been made available in the Capital Improvement Fund.
Section 2. In order to finance the cost of the improvement or purpose not covered by application of the down payment, negotiable bonds are hereby authorized to be issued in the principal amount of $76,000 pursuant to the Local Bond Law. In anticipation of the issuance of the bonds, negotiable bond anticipation notes are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to and within the limitations prescribed by the Local Bond Law.
Section 3. (a) The improvement hereby authorized and the purpose for the financing of which the bonds are to be issued is Boyer Avenue recreation improvements, including all costs necessary or incidental thereto.
(b) The estimated maximum amount of bonds or notes to be issued for the improvement or purpose is as stated in Section 2 hereof.
(c) The estimated cost of the improvement or purpose is equal to the amount of the appropriation established in this ordinance.
Section 4. All bond anticipation notes issued hereunder shall mature at such times as may be determined by the chief financial officer; provided that no note shall mature later than one year from its date. The notes shall bear interest at such rate or rates and be in such form as may be determined by the chief financial officer. The chief financial officer shall determine all matters in connection with notes issued pursuant to this ordinance, and the chief financial officer’s signature upon the notes shall be conclusive evidence as to all such determinations. All notes issued hereunder may be renewed from time to time subject to the provisions of the Local Bond Law. The chief financial officer is hereby authorized to sell part or all of the notes from time to time at public or private sale and to deliver them to the purchasers thereof upon receipt of payment of the purchase price plus accrued interest from their dates to the date of delivery thereof. The chief financial officer is directed to report in writing to the governing body at the meeting next succeeding the date when any sale or delivery of the notes pursuant to this ordinance is made. Such report must include the amount, the description, the interest rate and the maturity schedule of the notes sold, the price obtained and the name of the purchaser.
Section 5. The capital budget of the Town of Hammonton is hereby amended to conform with the provisions of this ordinance to the extent of any inconsistency herewith. The resolution in the form promulgated by the Local Finance Board showing full detail of the amended capital budget and capital program as approved by the Director of the Division of Local Government Services is on file with the Clerk and is available there for public inspection.
Section 6. The following additional matters are hereby determined, declared, recited and stated:
(a) The improvement or purpose described in Section 3 of this bond ordinance is not a current expense. It is an improvement or purpose that the Town may lawfully undertake as a general improvement, and no part of the cost thereof has been or shall be specially assessed on property specially benefited thereby.
(b) The period of usefulness of the improvement or purpose within the limitations of the Local Bond Law, according to the reasonable life thereof computed from the date of the bonds authorized by this ordinance, is 15 years.
(c) The Supplemental Debt Statement required by the Local Bond Law has been duly prepared and filed in the office of the Clerk, and a complete executed duplicate thereof has been filed in the office of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs of the State of New Jersey. Such statement shows that the gross debt of the Town as defined in the Local Bond Law is increased by the authorization of the bonds and notes provided in this bond ordinance by $76,000, and the obligations authorized herein will be within all debt limitations prescribed by that Law.
(d) An aggregate amount not exceeding $16,000 for items of expense listed in and permitted under N.J.S.A. 40A:2-20 is included in the estimated cost indicated herein for the purpose or improvement.
Section 7. Any grant moneys received for the purpose described in Section 3 hereof shall be applied either to direct payment of the cost of the improvement or to payment of the obligations issued pursuant to this ordinance. The amount of obligations authorized but not issued hereunder shall be reduced to the extent that such funds are so used.
Section 8. The chief financial officer of the Town is hereby authorized to prepare and to update from time to time as necessary a financial disclosure document to be distributed in connection with the sale of obligations of the Town and to execute such disclosure document on behalf of the Town. The chief financial officer is further authorized to enter into the appropriate undertaking to provide secondary market disclosure on behalf of the Town pursuant to Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Rule”) for the benefit of holders and beneficial owners of obligations of the Town and to amend such undertaking from time to time in connection with any change in law, or interpretation thereof, provided such undertaking is and continues to be, in the opinion of a nationally recognized bond counsel, consistent with the requirements of the Rule. In the event that the Town fails to comply with its undertaking, the Town shall not be liable for any monetary damages, and the remedy shall be limited to specific performance of the undertaking.
Section 9. The full faith and credit of the Town are hereby pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and the interest on the obligations authorized by this bond ordinance. The obligations shall be direct, unlimited obligations of the Town, and the Town shall be obligated to levy ad valorem taxes upon all the taxable real property within the Town for the payment of the obligations and the interest thereon without limitation of rate or amount.
Section 10. This bond ordinance shall take effect 20 days after the first publication thereof after final adoption, as provided by the Local Bond Law.

Introduced: August 27, 2007
Adopted: September 24, 2007

John DiDonato, Mayor
Susanne Oddo, Town Clerk/Adm.
August 29, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $80.29

NOTICE OF DECISION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all persons that a public hearing was held on August 23, 2007 for MICHAEL & DARLA LUCERA requesting a 6 ft. high fence on a corner lot for Block 2003, Lot 1.02, Zone R-2 at 505 Railway.
Said application was DENIED and decision is on file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Patricia Berenato
Secretary, Planning/Zoning Board
Town of Hammonton, NJ
August 29, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.20



TOWN OF HAMMONTON
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

Please take notice the Mayor and Council of the Town of Hammonton will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, September 10, 2007 at the hour of 3:00 p.m., in Council Chambers, Town Hall Municipal Building, located at 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey to award bid on the Central Avenue Project.
Others matters may be discussed in open session or closed session and acted upon in open session as deemed necessary.

Susanne Oddo
Town Clerk/Administrator
August 29, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82



ORDINANCE # 26-2007 entitled “POLICE RULES AND REGULATIONS” was adopted by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Hammonton at their Regular Meeting held on Monday, August 27, 2007.
This ordinance sets forth Town of Hammonton Police Department rules and regulations.
A copy of this ordinance may be obtained from the office of the Municipal Clerk in the Town Hall, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Susanne Oddo Town Clerk/Administrator
August 29, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $6.82

 

The Town of Hammonton is requesting Qualifications as well as hourly rate for Professional Services for Information Technology Person for the Town Hall Project as well as various other communication items/projects that may arise.
Listed below are some items that will need to be addressed in the near future and for which we are requesting qualifications and rates at this time:

1. Moving and wiring of telephones
2. Moving and wiring of desk computers
3. Moving and wiring of any televisions and Channel 13 broadcast equipment to 3rd floor of new town hall building
4. Moving and wiring of council sound system and video equipment
5. Moving and wiring of police dispatch equipment

The new town hall is located next door to the existing town hall on Vine Street and Third Street in the Town of Hammonton. Town Hall plans are located on this website.
Please submit any qualifications, quotes, and Information Technology credentials to: Susanne Oddo, Town Clerk/Business Administrator, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037 by August 31, 2007.
Should you require additional information you may contact Susanne Oddo at (609) 567-4300 ext. 101.

Susanne Oddo,
Town Clerk/Administrator
Town of Hammonton
August 22, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $14.57

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF HAMMONTON, NJ
SPECIAL PLANNING BOARD MEETING

PLEASE BE ADVISED, the Hammonton Planning Board will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, August 29, 2007 at 7:30 p.m., to be held at Town Hall Municipal Building, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ. The meeting will be held exclusively for the continuance of the application for Hammonton Pyramid, LLC, Lowes, previously held on August 15, 2007 for preliminary major site plan for Block 4604, Lots, 15, 16, 21, 22, 26, 27 & 28, Zones B-2 & R-3. Official action may be taken.

Patricia Berenato
Planning/Zoning
Secretary
Town of Hammonton, NJ
August 22, 2007
Ptr. Fee: $8.37

NOTICE TO BIDDERS
1. BIDS: Sealed Bids for the Central Avenue Roadway Project, in the Town of Hammonton, will be received at 10:00 a.m. on Friday September 7, 2007, at which time Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Council Chambers, located at 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037. Bids will not be accepted after the specified time.
The project will consist of the Reconstruction of Hammonton-Pleasant Mills Road (AKA Central Avenue) from Bellevue Avenue (US Rte. #54) to the White Horse Pike (US Rte. #30). Curb and sidewalk replacement as well as drainage improvements will be included within the project construction scope.
Accordingly, the Town of Hammonton will award the project to the qualified Bidder who submits the lowest responsible bid price for the total project construction.
Bids must be on the official Bid Form which can be obtained from the Engineer, at the offices of Adams, Rehmann & Heggan Associates, Inc., 150 N. Second Street, PO Box 579, Hammonton, NJ 08037 and accompanied by a Consent of Surety, a Non-Collusion Affidavit, other documents required pursuant to the specifications, and a certified check, cashier’s check or bid bond in the amount of 10% of the amount bid but not in excess of $20,000.00, and be delivered at the place on or before the hour named above. Each Bid must state the name and address of person, firm and corporation interested in the same as a principal. Bids must be submitted in an opaque sealed envelope, addressed to the Town Clerk, Town of Hammonton, 100 Central Avenue, Hammonton, NJ 08037 and identified as “Bid – Central Avenue Roadway Project.”
Specifications provide for receipt of Bids by mail. Those Bids which are mailed to the contracting unit shall be sealed, properly marked and shall only be opened for examination at such time and place as all Bids received are unsealed and announced.
The Mayor, Town Council and its Solicitor (hereinafter referred to as Owner) will be the sole discretionary body for consideration or rejection of the Bids.
2. BID DOCUMENTS: The Specifications, Drawings and Bid Form for the project can be obtained at a cost of $100.00 from the office of the Engineer, Adams, Rehmann & Heggan Associates, Inc., 150 N. Second Street, PO Box 579, Hammonton, NJ 08037, phone (609) 561-0482, and may be inspected by prospective Bidders during business hours. The Engineer will furnish the Bidder with a copy of the specifications upon receipt of payment (for the cost of the specification preparation).
3. WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS: Any Bid may be withdrawn prior to the above scheduled time for the opening of Bids or any authorized postponement thereof. Bids received after time and date designated shall not be considered. No Bidder may withdrawal a Bid for a period of sixty (60) calendar days after the actual date of the opening thereof.
4. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION REGULATIONS: Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c.127 (NJAC 17:27).
5. CONTRACT COMPLETION: Construction shall commence at the project site within fourteen (14) calendar days after the date to be specified in the writte