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MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
MINUTES
Wednesday, December 19 2018
Middlesex County Improvement Authority Office
101 Interchange Plaza, Second Floor
Cranbury (South Brunswick), N.J.
1. SALUTE TO FLAG/CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order by Chairman Nolan at 6:00pm
2. ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
James P. Nolan Present
Anthony Raczynski Present
Paul Abbey Present
Christine D’Agostino Present
Jay Jimenez Absent
Others Present: Authority General Counsel—Anne Rowan, Esq., Executive Director— James
Polos, Freeholder Deputy Director & MCIA Liaison—Charles Tomaro, Chief Financial
Officer—Lory Cattano,
3. SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT – Anne Rowan, Esq. read the following statement into the
record, “This meeting today conforms with Chapter 231, P.L. 1975 called the ‘Open Public
Meeting Act’ and as per the requirements of the statute, notification of the meeting was published
in the Star Ledger and Home News Tribune and filed with the Clerk of Middlesex County.”
4. CORRESPONDENCE:
• Freeholder Deputy Director and MCIA Liasion Tomaro wished everyone a Happy Holiday
Season and Happy New Year .
• McFoods Report: Executive Director Polos explained there is an update the directory
books, which include services and resources. Also highlighted a fundraising event last
Saturday was held for Feeding Middlesex County, which provided a contribution check in
the amount of over ten thousand dollars at the end of the evening.
•The total amount of donations received in November was 144,441 pounds. Notable
Contributions include: Community Food Bank of New Jersey, Farmers Against Hunger,
Keefe Warehouse, Tyler Distribution, NORWESCAP Food Bank in Phillipsburg, Italian
Food Warehouse, and Lollicup.
5. COMMITTEE REPORTS:
a) Financial Report—No additional board comment after review of packet materials.
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b) Recycling Report – The Executive Director announced the recycling division received one of the
two new cars expected for the department. During the Month of November, the Curbside program
served a total of 100,162 units. It should be noted that 19 single family units were added to Monroe
in the Arbors at Monroe Association.
• Total Tonnage of Yard Waste for the month of November is 5,811.11 tons, which is divided as
follows: Leaves 4,910.04; Brush 874.59; Grass 66.48
c) Golf Report – The Executive Director stated the Bid for management proposal is due on
the 28th and the proposal team met to review questions from inquiring vendors to provide
them with further information about the golf facilities. Executive Director Jim Polos
reviewed the rounds of golf in November as the following at Tamarack: 1, 309 Meadows: 623
Raritan Landing: 546
d) Finance Report – The Executive Director highlighted the DCA approved the budget and thanked
the Chief Financial Officer, Lory Cattano and her team for their efforts in completing this process.
Motion to accept all committee reports was made by Paul Abbey and seconded by Anthony
Raczynski. All board members were in favor.
6. OLD BUSINESS: No old business.
7. NEW BUSINESS: No new business
8. DISCUSSION OF RESOLUTIONS:
Ms. Rowan, Esq explained the following resolutions:
8(a) Approving Agreement to Renew One Year Period with a Certain Vendor for Roosevelt
Care Centers
8(b) Establishing Middlesex County Improvement Authority Meeting Dates for 2019
8(c) Approving Assignment of the Contract for a Certain Vendor for the Golf Courses
8(d)Authorizing Amendment to Certification of Funds for an Approved NJ State Contract
Vendor
8(e)Authorizing Amending the Certification of Funds in Board Resolution 18-30
8(f)Authorizing a One Year Contract Extension Included Under No. 15-1 For Recycling
8(g) Authorizing to Adopt the 2018 Recycling Grant Payment Schedule for Towns Not
Participating in MCIA Curbside Recycling Program
8(h) Authorizing Contract for Hairdressing services for Roosevelt Care Center Facilities
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8(i) Authorizing Procurement of Excess Insurance Policy for Workers Compensation
Insurance Fund
8(j) Approving Participation in Program and Agreement with Middlesex County Vocational
and Technical Schools for Certified Nurse’s Aide Training Program at Roosevelt Care
Center (Old Bridge)
8(k) Authorizing Amendment of the Expiration Date for a Certain New Jersey Contract
Vendor
8(l) Authorizing an Increase in the Amount for Repair Service Contract for the Golf Courses
8(m)Authorizing the Addition of a Vendor to the Annual List of Approved New Jersey State
Contractor Vendors
8(n)Authorizing Emergency Fire Alarm Repair at the Meadows at Middlesex Golf Course
8(o) Authorizing Contract for Pharmacy Consulting Services for Roosevelt Care Center
Facilities
8(p) Approving 2019 General Budget Operations
8(q) Approving 2019 Budget Golf Course Operations
8(r) Adopting 2019 Budget
8(s) Amending 2018 Budget-General Operations
8(t) Amending 2018 Budget- Golf Course Operations
8(u) Amending 2018 Budget and Capital Budget Roosevelt Care Centers
8(v) Affiliation Agreement with Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools for
Mechanical Engineering and Project Management
8(w) Authorizing Amendment to Employment Agreement of the Executive Director
8(x) Qualifying Providers for Professionals and Others Services for Appointments
Pursuant to Fair and Open Process
8(y) Award of Contract for Auditing Services to Hodulik & Morrison, P.A.
8(z) Award of Contract for Engineering Services General Operations to CME Associates
8(aa) Award of Contract for Legal Counsel General Operations to Rainone, Coughlin,
Minchello, LLC
8(bb) Award of Contract for Bond Counsel Services to Wilentz, Goldman, and Spitzer
8(cc) Award of Contract for Financial Advisory Services to Phoenix Advisors
8(dd) Approving Settlement Agreement and Release
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8(ee) Declaring Total Lawn Care and Landscaping Services in Default for Landscaping
Services at Roosevelt Care Center Old Bridge
8(ff) Awarding Contract for Insurance Producer Services to North American Insurance
Management
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. The Minutes of the Agenda Session and Regular Meeting of November 20, 2018 were
presented to the member for review.
MOTION: Upon motion duly made by Paul Abbey, seconded by Anthony Raczynski and
unanimously passed by the voting members, the meeting minutes were approved.
10. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON RESOLUTIONS: There were no public comments on the
resolutions. Portion was closed by a motion made by Anthony Raczynski and Seconded by Paul
Abbey. All members in favor.
11. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTIONS: A motion on consent agenda was made by Paul Abbey
and seconded by Christine D’Agostino. Approved by all members. The following resolutions were
adopted.
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Agenda 8(a)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING ONE YEAR EXTENSION OF CONTRACT
FOR CLINICAL AND THERAPEUTIC REHABILITATION SERVICES FOR
ROOSEVELT CARE CENTER FACILITIES
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-54(a), the Authority may provide within the County of
Middlesex public facilities; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of this statutory provision, the Authority operates the long-term
care facilities known as Roosevelt Care Center at Edison and Roosevelt Care Center at Old Bridge
(collectively, “Roosevelt Care Center”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
Authority or to carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A.
40:37A-44 et seq., subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, the Authority is authorized to award
certain contracts without public advertisement for bids when such contracts are for professional
services, are under the bid threshold or are extraordinary, unspecifiable services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority requires the provision of clinical and therapeutic rehabilitation
(the “Services”) for Roosevelt Care Center; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution # 17-185 duly adopted by the Authority on October 11, 2017 the
Authority awarded a contract for the Services to Accelerated Care Plus Leasing Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the Authority reserved the option of extending the term of the contract for a period of
one (1) year; and
WHEREAS, the Authority finds that the Services are being provided in an effective and efficient
manner; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to exercise the option and extend the term of the contract for
the Services with Accelerated Care Plus Leasing Inc. for a period of one (1) year in accordance with
this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby finds that the Services are being provided by Accelerated Care Plus Leasing
Inc. in an effective and efficient manner.
2. The Authority hereby exercises the option and extends the term of the contract through December
31, 2019 with Accelerated Care Plus Leasing Inc. in accordance with the October 27, 2017 Agreement
in an amount not to exceed $22,800.00 ($11,400 per facility).
3. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the Services are
available from and can be obtained from the funds of the Authority.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
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Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(b)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
ESTABLISHING MEETING DATES FOR THE COMING YEAR
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Authority is subject to the provisions of the Senator Byron M. Baer Open
Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:4-18, the Authority is required to post and maintain posted
throughout the year, a schedule of regular meetings of the Authority for the coming year; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to establish the schedule of regular meetings of the Authority
for the coming year.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby establishes the following schedule of regular meetings for the
year:
January 9, 2019 July 10, 2019
February 13, 2019 August 14, 2019
March 13, 2019 September 11, 2019
April 10, 2019 October 10, 2019 (Thursday)
May 8, 2019 November 13, 2019
June 12, 2019 December 11, 2019
2. The regular meetings shall be held at 6:00 P.M. at the offices of the Authority, 101
Interchange Plaza, Cranbury, New Jersey.
3. The Authority may consider and take action on agenda items and all items that may come
before the Authority at the meetings.
4. The Authority may amend this schedule of regular meetings from time to time and shall
provide notice thereof in accordance with the provisions of the Senator Byron M. Baer
Open Public Meetings Act.
5. The Secretary is directed to publish and post a schedule of the regular meetings in
accordance with the Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(c)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING AN APPROVAL OF ASSIGNING A CONTRACT FOR SERVICES FOR
THE GOLF COURSE FACILITIES
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t) a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
Authority or to carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A.
40:37A-44 et seq. (the “Act”), subject to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-1 et seq.;
and
WHEREAS, the Authority receives Tee Time and Point of Sale System Services (the “Services”)
from Chelsea Information Systems, Incorporation approved by resolution #16-06 approved on
January 13, 2016; and
WHEREAS, Chelsea Information Systems, Incorporation was acquired by Northstar Technologies
Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the Authority has a need to approve the assignment of the contract to Northstar
Technologies, Inc which terminates on February 28, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the value of the contract will not exceed
$1,659.80; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to authorize Northstar Technologies Inc. to provide the
Services and to authorize a contract with Northstar Technologies Inc. in accordance with this
Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby authorizes Northstar Technologies Inc. to provide the Installation and
awards a contract to Northstar Technologies Inc. for a cost not to exceed $1,659.80.
2. The Authority authorizes the Chairman to approve the proposal or contract with Northstar
Technologies Inc. The Authority authorizes the Chairman or Vice-Chairman to execute the proposal
or contract in the form approved by the Chairman. The Secretary is authorized to attest to the
signature of the Chairman or Vice-Chairman appearing thereon and to affix the seal of the Authority
thereto.
3. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the Services are available from and
can be obtained from the funds of the Authority.
4. The Secretary of the Authority is authorized to publish a brief notice of the authorization pursuant
to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(ii).
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(d)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS FOR
AN APPROVED NJ STATE CONTRACT VENDOR
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
“Authority”) was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), the Authority is empowered to enter into any
and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do and perform any and all acts
and things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the Authority, subject to the Local
Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-12, the Authority is authorized to purchase any
materials, supplies or equipment without publicly advertising for bids, under any contract or contracts
for such materials, supplies or equipment entered into on behalf of the State of New Jersey by the
Division of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury (the “State”); and
WHEREAS, purchases made through the State contract are considered procured through a fair and
open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44-20.4; and
WHEREAS, by Board Resolution # 18-28 duly adopted by the Authority on February 14, 2018, the
Authority authorized purchases from the New Jersey State Contractors Vendor List; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to approve an amendment to the New Jersey State
Vendor Contract List in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby approves the amendment to the NJ State Contracts Vendor List as
follows:
Vendor Contract Expiration Date Increase
Grainger Industrial Supply #79875 M0002 6/30/19 $5,000.00
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(e)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT OF CONTRACT CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS
FOR APPROVED NJHA VENDORS
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
“Authority”) was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), the Authority is empowered to enter into any
and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do and perform any and all acts
and things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the Authority, subject to the Local
Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 30:9-87, county-operated long-term care facilities licensed
by the State of New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services are permitted to purchase any
material, supply or service through a private non-profit hospital association notwithstanding the
provisions of the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution #18-30 duly adopted by the Authority on February 14, 2018, the
Authority authorized purchases from the New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA) Vendor List; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to approve an amendment to the NJHA Vendor List in
accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby approves the amendment to the NJHA Vendor List as follows:
Vendor Contract Number Expiration Date Amount
MCKESSON MEDICAL-
SURGICAL SUPPLY #ND60012 6/30/21 $60,000.00
MEDLINE #DM0026 08/31/19 (Decrease) $(60,000.00)
XEROX CORP #CE2845 09/30/20 $5,000.00
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(f)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
EXERCISING OPTION TO EXTEND TERM OF CONTRACT FOR COLLECTION AND
MARKETING OF RECYCLABLE MATERIALS
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t) a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
Authority or to carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A.
40:37A-44 et seq., subject to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Authority requires collection and marketing of recyclable materials for
participating municipalities in Middlesex County (the “Services”); and
WHEREAS, the Authority prepared and issued a bid specification package and publicly
advertised for bids for the Services; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution 15-29 duly adopted by the Authority on February 11, 2015, the
Authority awarded a contract for the Services to Central Jersey Waste and Recycling Inc. as the
lowest responsive bid received for the Services; and
WHEREAS¸ the Authority reserved the option of extending the term of the contract for the Services
for two (1) additional one (1) year terms; and
WHEREAS, the Authority finds that the Services are provided in an effective and efficient manner;
and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to exercise the first option and extend the term of the contract
for the Services with Central Jersey Waste and Recycling Inc. for a period of one (1) year which will
allow services to continue through March 28, 2019 in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority finds that the Services are being provided by Central Jersey Waste and
Recycling Inc. in an effective and efficient manner.
2. The Authority hereby exercises the first option and extends the term of the contract for the Services
with Central Jersey Waste and Recycling Inc. for a period of one (1) year at an annual cost not to
exceed $3,600,000.00.
3. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the Services are available
from and can be obtained from the funds of the Authority.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(g)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
APPROVING AND ADOPTING PAYMENTS
TO MUNICIPALITIES FOR RECYCLING SERVICES
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
“Authority”) was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders (the “County”) on June 2, 1994
adopted Amendments 1994-1, 1994-2 and 1994-3 to the County’s Solid Waste Management Plan (the
“Amendments”) which Amendments, among other things, proposed the use of Resource Recovery
Investment Tax (“RRIT”) Fund Moneys for a County-wide curbside recycling program by means of
the municipal recycling assistance program and reassigned the implementation responsibilities for the
County-wide Recycling Program from the County’s Department of Solid Waste Management to the
Authority; and
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (“DEP”) by
certification of Robert C. Shinn, Commissioner of the DEP, dated October 3, 1994, approved the
Amendments; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution 15-48 duly adopted by the Authority on March 11, 2015, the
Authority, among other things, authorized the entering into and execution of agreements (the
“Agreements”) with municipalities of the County of Middlesex (the “County”) for the provision of
recycling collection and marketing services (the “Services”) pursuant to the County-wide recycling
program (the “Program”) implemented by the Authority; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Agreements, the Authority pays on behalf of municipalities of
the County that participate in the Program (the “A Towns”) a portion of the costs of certain of the
Services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority will provide a grant to the municipalities not participating in the
Program for a portion of the cost of the provision of the Services in the municipality by the respective
municipality (the “C Towns”); and
WHEREAS, the Authority desires to approve and adopt formulas for payments to be made
to the C Towns for the 2018 year.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority approves and ratifies the payment of a portion of the cost of the Services to
the C Towns for the fiscal year January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018, or part thereof as
applicable, as set forth on Schedule A attached hereto and made a part hereof, and as approved by the
Executive Director and Certifying Finance Officer of the Authority.
2. The Authority authorizes the Certifying Finance Officer to make payments to the C Towns in
accordance with Schedule A.
3. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the payments are available from
and can be obtained from the funds of the Authority.
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Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(h)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING CONTRACT FOR HAIRDRESSING SERVICES FOR ROOSEVELT
CARE CENTER FACILITIES
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-54(a), the Authority may provide within the
County of Middlesex, public facilities; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of this provision, the Authority operates the Roosevelt Care
Center facilities in the Township of Edison and the Township of Old Bridge (collectively, “Roosevelt
Care Center”); and
WHEREAS, the Authority requires the provision of hairdressing services (the “Services”)
for residents of Roosevelt Care Center; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
Authority or to carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A.
40:37A-44 et seq., subject to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, the Authority is authorized to award
certain contracts without public advertisement for bids when such contracts are for professional or
extraordinary unspecifiable services or are under the bid threshold; and
WHEREAS, the Authority has a need to acquire the Services as a non-fair and open contract pursuant
to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, the Certifying Finance Officer has determined and certified that the value of the contract
will exceed $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the anticipated term of the contract is one (1) year; and
WHEREAS, the Authority has received a proposal from JEM Haircare Services, Inc. (“JEM”) to
provide the Services; and
WHEREAS, JEM has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which
certifies that the entity has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee
of the County of Middlesex in the previous one year and that the contract with JEM will prohibit JEM
from making reportable contributions through the term of the contract; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to award a contract to JEM for the provision of the
Services in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby accepts the proposal of JEM and awards a contract to JEM for the
provision of the Services for a cost not to exceed $2,000.00.
2. The Authority approves the agreement with JEM in substantially the form attached with
such changes as shall be approved by the Chairman on advice of counsel.
3. The Authority authorizes the Chairman or Vice-Chairman to execute the agreement with
JEM in the form so approved.
4. The Secretary is authorized to publish a brief notice of the award of the contract pursuant
to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(l)(a)(i).
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5. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the Services are available
and will be included in the appropriate budgets.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(i)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING PROCUREMENT OF EXCESS WORKERS COMPENSATION AND
EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Authority is required by statute to provide workers compensation insurance
for employees of the Authority; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:10-12, the Authority by resolution heretofore adopted, has
determined to provide for the payment of workers’ compensation by the creation of a workers’
compensation fund (the “Fund”); and
WHEREAS, the Authority requires an excess insurance policy for the Fund (the “Insurance”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is empowered to
enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do and perform
any and all acts and things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the Authority or to
carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A. 40:37A-44 et seq.,
subject to the “Local Public Contracts Law,” N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the insurance producer solicited proposals for the Insurance on behalf of the Authority;
and
WHEREAS, the Authority’s insurance producer recommends the award of a contract to Midwest
Employers Casualty Company (d/b/a North American Insurance Management) for the Insurance with
a self-insured retention of $500,000; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to accept the proposal of Midwest Employers Casualty
Company and authorize the procurement of Insurance from Midwest Employers Casualty Company
in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby authorizes the procurement of the Insurance from Midwest Employers
Casualty Company with a self-insured retention of $ 500,000 at a cost not to exceed $87,970.00.
2. The Authority authorizes consideration of the payment of the premium for the policy
simultaneously herewith and authorizes placement of the payment on the bill list.
3. The Authority authorizes the Executive Director and/or Chairman to execute any agreements,
applications or the like necessary to effectuate the procurement of the Insurance in accordance with
this Resolution.
4. The Secretary shall be and is hereby authorized to publish a brief notice of the authorization in
accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i).
5. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the insurance coverage are
available and can be obtained from the funds of the Authority.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
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Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(j)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN PROGRAM AND AGREEMENT WITH MIDDLESEX
COUNTY VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL SCHOOLS FOR CERTIFIED NURSES
AIDE TRAINING PROGRAM AT
ROOSEVELT CARE CENTER AT OLD BRIDGE
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-54(a), the Authority may provide public facilities
within the County of Middlesex; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of this statutory provision, the Authority operates the long-term
care facility Roosevelt Care Center at Old Bridge (“Roosevelt Care Center”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
Authority or to carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A.
40:37A-44 et seq., subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools have requested the
Authority to participate in a program for the training of students in the field of Certified Nurse’s Aide
(the “ CNA Program”); and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to approve the Program with the Middlesex County
Vocational and Technical Schools and approve an agreement with the Middlesex County Vocational
and Technical Schools for the Program at Roosevelt Care Center in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby approves the Program with the Middlesex County Vocational
and Technical Schools.
2. The Authority approves the agreement for the Program with the Middlesex County
Vocational and Technical Schools in substantially the form attached with such changes as shall be
approved by the Chairman on advice of counsel.
3. The Authority authorizes the Chairman or Vice-Chairman to execute the agreement in the form
so approved.
4. The Authority hereby authorizes the Licensed Administrator of Roosevelt Care Center
at Old Bridge to take all acts reasonable and necessary in connection with implementation of the
Program.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(k)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT OF THE EXPIRATION DATE FOR A CERTAIN
NEW JERSEY STATE CONTRACT VENDOR
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
“Authority”) was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), the Authority is empowered to enter into any
and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do and perform any and all acts
and things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the Authority, subject to the Local
Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Authority is permitted to procure items without publicly advertising for bids
through the New Jersey State Contract vendors; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution #18-28 duly adopted by the Authority on February 14, 2018, the
Authority authorized purchases through state approved vendor list for Roosevelt Care Center
Facilities; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to authorize an amendment to the expiration date of
the contracts approved for Schindler Elevator Co. to reflect an amendment to the expiration dates of
the contracts in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby authorizes amendment to the expiration date for the following
vendor:
Vendor: Schindler Elevator Co Contract #85649 Expires March 31, 2019
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(l)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN THE AMOUNT FOR HVAC REPAIR AND
MAINTENANCE SERVICE CONTRACT FOR THE GOLF COURSES
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-54(h), the Authority is empowered to improve,
further and promote the tourist industries and recreational attractiveness of the County through the
planning, acquisition, construction, improvement, maintenance and operation of facilities for the
entertainment and recreation of the public; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of this statutory provision, the Authority operates Tamarack Golf
Course, The Meadows at Middlesex Golf Course, and Raritan Landing Golf Course (collectively, the
“Golf Courses”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
authority or to carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A.
40:37A-44, et seq., subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Authority required the provision Heating Ventilation Air Conditioner
(“HVAC”) Repair and Maintenance Service (the “Services”) for the Golf Courses; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution #18-55 duly adopted by the Authority on March 14, 2018 the
Authority authorized service contract to McCloskey Mechanical for the HVAC Repair and
Maintenance Services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to authorize an increase in the authorized amount of
the contract and the certification of funds for the contract in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority authorizes an increase in the contract amount and the certification of funds for the
contract with vendor McCloskey Mechanical the Services by an amount not to exceed $2,335.00.
2. The Certifying Finance Officer is hereby authorized to increase the certification of funds
for the purchases from. For McCloskey Mechanical for HVAC Repair and Maintenance Services in
accordance with this Resolution.
3. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the increase in the contract
amount are available from and can be obtained from the funds of the Authority and will be
encumbered at the time of purchase.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(m)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING THE ADDITION OF A VENDOR TO THE ANNUAL LIST OF
APPROVED NEW JERSEY STATE CONTRACTOR VENDORS
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WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
“Authority”) was held on December 19, 2018 and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), the Authority is empowered to enter into any
and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do and perform any and all acts
and things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the Authority, subject to the Local
Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-12, the Authority is authorized to purchase
any materials, supplies or equipment without publicly advertising for bids, under any contract or
contracts for such materials, supplies or equipment entered into on behalf of the State of New Jersey
by the Division of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury (the “State”); and
WHEREAS, purchases made through the State contract are considered procured through a fair and
open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44-20.4; and
WHEREAS, by Board Resolution # 18-28 duly adopted by the Authority on February 14, 2018, the
Authority authorized purchases from the New Jersey State Contractors Vendor List; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to approve an amendment to the New Jersey State
Vendor Contractor List for 2018 by adding an additional vendor in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby approves an amendment to the NJ State Contractors Vendor List to
add an additional vendor as follows:
Vendor: Contract: Expires: NTE:
F.W. Webb #89797 T3027 10/30/19 $1,000.00
2. The Authority authorizes the Licensed Administrators of the respective Roosevelt Care Center
facilities to execute any purchase orders to effectuate the purchases authorized herein.
3. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the purchases are available
from and can be obtained from the funds of the Authority and will be encumbered at the time of
purchase.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(n)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING EMERGENCY FIRE ALARM REPAIR AT THE MEADOWS AT
MIDDLESEX GOLF COURSE
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WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018 and
WHEREAS, the Authority operates The Meadows at Middlesex Golf Course (“the Golf
Course”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), the Authority is empowered to enter into any
and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do and perform any and all acts
and things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the Authority, subject to the Local
Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et. seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Authority requires an emergency fire alarm repair, which was unforeseen.
WHEREAS, the Executive Director determined that an emergency affecting the health, safety
and welfare of the facility existed which required immediate performance of services and declared an
emergency on November 27, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-6, the Authority may award an emergency contract
for the services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to award an emergency contract for the Services to Johnson
Controls Security Solutions in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby authorizes the payment:
Vendor: Johnson Controls Invoice Number: 31503182 Amount: $1,500.00
2. The Certifying Finance Officer of the Authority has certified that the funds for the provision of
the Services are available from and can be obtained from the funds of the Authority.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(o)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING CONTRACT FOR PHARMACY CONSULTING SERVICES FOR
ROOSEVELT CARE CENTER FACILITIES
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-54(a), the Authority may provide within the
County of Middlesex, public facilities; and
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WHEREAS, in furtherance of this provision, the Authority operates Roosevelt Care Center
at Edison and Roosevelt Care Center at Old Bridge (collectively, “Roosevelt Care Center”); and
WHEREAS, the Authority requires the provision of pharmacy consulting services (the
“Services”) for Roosevelt Care Center; and
WHEREAS, the Authority has received a proposal for the provision of the Services from
Clinical Research Systems Inc. (“Clinical”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
Authority or to carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A.
40:37A-44 et seq., subject to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, the Authority is authorized to award
certain contracts without public advertisement for bids when such contracts are for professional
services; and
WHEREAS, the Services are professional services which do not require public bidding; and
WHEREAS, the Authority has a need to acquire the Services as a non-fair and open contract
pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, the Certifying Finance Officer has determined and certified that the value of the
contract will be $70,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the anticipated term of the contract is one (1) year; and
WHEREAS, Clinical has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification
which certified that Clinical has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate
committee as prohibited by the law in the previous year, and that the contract will prohibit Clinical
from making any reportable contribution through the term of the contract; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to award a contract to Clinical for the provision of the
Services in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby accepts the proposal of Clinical and awards a contract to Clinical for
the provision of the Services in an amount not to exceed $70,000.00.
2. The Authority approves the agreement with Clinical in substantially the form attached
hereto with such changes as shall be approved by the Chairman on advice of counsel.
3. The Authority authorizes the Chairman to execute the agreement with Clinical in the form
so approved.
4. The Business Entity Disclosure Certification and the Determination of Value shall be
placed on file.
5. The Secretary is authorized to publish a brief notice of the award of the contract pursuant
to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(l)(a)(i).
6. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the Services will be included
in the 2019 budget.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda (p)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
ADOPTING 2019 BUDGET- GENERAL OPERATIONS
FISCAL YEAR: From January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget and Capital Budget/Program for the Middlesex County
Improvement Authority for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2019 and ending December 31, 2019
has been presented for adoption before the governing body of the Middlesex County Improvement
Authority at its open public meeting of December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget and Capital Budget as presented for adoption reflects each
item of revenue and appropriation in the same amount and title as set forth in the introduced and
approved budget, including all amendments thereto, if any, which have been approved by the Director
of the Division of Local Government Services; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget as presented for adoption reflects Total Revenues of
$8,011,000.00 Total Appropriations, including any Accumulated Deficit, if any, of $8,011,000.00
and Total Unreserved Retained Earnings utilized of $-0-; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget as introduced reflects Total Capital Appropriations of
$95,291.00 and Total Unreserved Retained Earnings planned to be utilized as funding thereof of $-
0-.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the governing body of the Middlesex County
Improvement Authority, at an open public meeting held on December 19, 2018 that the Annual
Budget and Capital Budget/Program of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority for the fiscal
year beginning January 1, 2019 and ending December 31, 2019 is hereby adopted and shall constitute
appropriations for the purposes stated; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Annual Budget and Capital Budget/Program as
presented for adoption reflects each item of revenue and appropriation in the same amount and title
as set forth in the introduced and approved budget, including all amendments thereto, if any, which
have been approved by the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.
________________________________
Paul Abbey, Secretary
December 19, 2018
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(q)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
APPROVING 2019 BUDGET
GOLF COURSE OPERATIONS
FISCAL YEAR: From: January 1, 2019 To: December 31, 2019
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget and Capital Budget for the Middlesex County Improvement
Authority (the "Authority") for Golf Course Operations for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2019
and ending December 31, 2019 was presented before the governing body of the Authority at its open
public meeting of December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget for Golf Course Operations as introduced reflects Total Revenues
of $2,664,839.00, Total Appropriations, including any Accumulated Deficit, if any, of $4,886,839.00
and Total Unreserved Retained Earnings utilized of $2,222,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the Capital Budget for Golf Course Operations as introduced reflects Total Capital
Appropriations of $1,191,942.00 and Total Unreserved Retained Earnings planned to be utilized as
funding thereof, of $ -0; and
WHEREAS, the schedule of rates, fees and other charges in effect will produce sufficient revenues,
together with all other anticipated revenues to satisfy all obligations to
the holders of bonds of the Authority, to meet operating expenses, capital outlays, debt service
requirements, and to provide for such reserves, all as may be required by law, regulation or terms of
contracts and agreements; and
WHEREAS, the Capital Budget/Program for Golf Course Operations, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:31-2,
does not confer any authorization to raise or expend funds; rather it is a document to be used as part
of the said Authority's planning and management objectives. Specific authorization to expend funds
for the purposes described in this section of the budget, must be granted elsewhere; by bond
resolution, by a project financing agreement, by resolution appropriating funds from the Renewal and
Replacement Reserve or other means provided by law.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the governing body of the Middlesex County
Improvement Authority, at an open public meeting held on December 19, 2018 that the Annual
Budget, including appended Supplemental Schedules, and the Capital Budget/Program of the
Middlesex County Improvement Authority for Golf Course Operations for the fiscal year beginning
January 1, 2019 and ending December 31, 2019 is hereby approved; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the anticipated revenues as reflected in the Annual Budget
for Golf Course Operations are of sufficient amount to meet all proposed expenditures/expenses and
all covenants, terms and provisions as stipulated in the said Authority's outstanding debt obligations,
capital lease arrangements, service contracts, and other pledged agreements; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the governing body of the Middlesex County Improvement
Authority will consider the Annual Budget and Capital Budget/Program for Golf Course Operations
for adoption on December 19, 2018.
___________________________________
Paul Abbey, Secretary
December 19, 2018
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Agenda 8(r)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
ADOPTING 2019 BUDGET
ROOSEVELT CARE CENTER FACILITIES
FISCAL YEAR: From January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget and Capital Budget/Program for the Middlesex County
Improvement Authority for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2019 and ending December 31, 2019
has been presented for adoption before the governing body of the Middlesex County Improvement
Authority at its open public meeting of December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget and Capital Budget for the Roosevelt Care Center Facilities
as presented for adoption reflects each item of revenue and appropriation in the same amount and title
as set forth in the introduced and approved budget, including all amendments thereto, if any, which
have been approved by the Director of the Division of Local Government Services; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget for the Roosevelt Care Center Facilities as presented for
adoption reflects Total Revenues of $46,088,000.00, Total Appropriations, including any
Accumulated Deficit, if any, of $46,088,000.00 and Total Unreserved Retained Earnings utilized of
$- 0-; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Budget for the Roosevelt Care Center Facilities as introduced
reflects Total Capital Appropriations of $476,400.00 and Total Unreserved Retained Earnings
planned to be utilized as funding thereof of $-0-.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the governing body of the Middlesex County
Improvement Authority, at an open public meeting held on December 19, 2018 that the Annual
Budget and Capital Budget/Program of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority for the
Roosevelt Care Center Facilities for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2019 and ending December
31, 2019 is hereby adopted and shall constitute appropriations for the purposes stated; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Annual Budget and Capital Budget/Program for
the Roosevelt Care Center Facilities as presented for adoption reflects each item of revenue and
appropriation in the same amount and title as set forth in the introduced and approved budget,
including all amendments thereto, if any, which have been approved by the Director of the Division
of Local Government Services.
______________________
Paul Abbey, Secretary
December 19, 2018
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
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Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(s)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AMENDING 2018 BUDGET -
GENERAL OPERATIONS
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution #17-226 duly adopted by the Authority on December 14, 2017,
the Authority adopted the budget for General Operations for the year ending December 31, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to amend the 2018 budget for General Operations to
reflect decreases in anticipated revenues and appropriations and to amend the capital budget and the
funding thereof for the 2018 year; and
WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 5:31-2.8 requires that all amendments to the budget be approved and
adopted by resolution of the Authority, passed by not less than a majority of the full membership.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The amendments are made to the adopted budget of the Middlesex County Improvement
Authority for General Operations for the year ending December 31, 2018 as set forth on Schedules A
and B attached hereto and made a part hereof.
2. The Authority directs that two certified copies of this complete amendment and resolution
be filed forthwith with the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for his certification
of the Authority budget so amended.
3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(t)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AMENDING 2018 BUDGET – GOLF COURSE OPERATIONS
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
“Authority”) was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution 17-224 duly adopted by the Authority on December 14, 2017, the
Authority adopted the budget for Golf Course Operations for the year ending December 31, 2018;
and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to amend the 2018 budget for Golf Course Operations
to reflect decreases in anticipated revenues, increases in anticipated appropriations, an increase in
unrestricted net assets utilized and to amend the capital budget for Golf Course Operations and the
funding thereof for the 2018 year; and
WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 5:31-2.8 requires that all amendments to the budget be approved and
adopted by resolution of the Authority, passed by not less than a majority of the full membership.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The amendments are made to the adopted budget of the Middlesex County Improvement
Authority for Golf Course Operations for the year ending December 31, 2018 as set forth
on Schedules A and B attached hereto and made a part hereof.
2. The Authority directs that two certified copies of this complete amendment and resolution
be filed forthwith with the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for his
certification of the Authority budget so amended.
3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(u)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AMENDING 2018 BUDGET -
ROOSEVELT CARE CENTER FACILITIES
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution #18-185 duly adopted by the Authority on November 20, 2018,
the Authority adopted the budget for Roosevelt Care Center Facilities Operations for the year ending
December 31, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to amend the 2018 budget for Roosevelt Care Center
Operations to reflect decreases in anticipated revenues and appropriations and to amend the capital
budget and the funding thereof for the 2018 year; and
WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 5:31-2.8 requires that all amendments to the budget be approved and
adopted by resolution of the Authority, passed by not less than a majority of the full membership.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The amendments are made to the adopted budget of the Middlesex County Improvement
Authority for General Operations for the year ending December 31, 2018 as set forth on Schedules A
and B attached hereto and made a part hereof.
2. The Authority directs that two certified copies of this complete amendment and resolution
be filed forthwith with the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for his certification
of the Authority budget so amended.
3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(v)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN A PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING AN
AFFILIATION AGREEMENT WITH MIDDLESEX COUNTY VOCATIONAL AND
TECHNICAL SCHOOLS FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND PROJECT
MANAGEMENT
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2019; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-54(a), the Authority may provide public facilities
within the County of Middlesex; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
Authority or to carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A.
40:37A-44 et seq., subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools have requested the
Authority to participate in a program for the training of students in the field of mechanical engineering
program and project management (the “Program”); and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to approve participation in the Program with the
Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools and approve an affiliation agreement in
accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby approves the Program with the Middlesex County Vocational
and Technical Schools.
2. The Authority approves the affiliation agreement for the Program with the Middlesex
County Vocational and Technical Schools in substantially the form attached with such changes as
shall be approved by the Chairman on advice of counsel.
3. The Authority authorizes the Chairman or Vice-Chairman to execute the agreement in the form
so approved.
4. The Authority hereby authorizes the Executive Director to take all acts reasonable and
necessary in connection with implementation of the Program.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(w)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING AMENDMENTS TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments,
and do and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the
purposes of the authority subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et
seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(l)(b), the doing of any work by
employees of the Authority is an exception to the public bidding requirements of the Local
Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, the Authority on October 13, 2016, by Resolution 16-167 awarded a
three-year contract to H. James Polos to serve as the Executive Director of the Authority; and
WHEREAS, the renewal of each year of the three (3) year term is subject to an annual
review by the Authority and the annual re-appointment is subject to the approval of the Authority
and affirmation by the Freeholders; and
WHEREAS, the Authority on December 14, 2017 by Resolution 17-236 re-appointed
H. James Polos to serve as Executive Director of the Authority; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to amend the Employment Agreement of the
Executive Director.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS
OF THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby authorizes an increase in base salary by three (3) percent.
2. The Authority hereby also authorizes an amendment to Schedule B of the October
14, 2016 to the Employment Agreement and provide the number of vacation days
shall be twenty-five (25) days.
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3. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the Agreement are
available from and can be obtained from the Authority and shall be included in the
budget of the Authority for the term of the Agreement.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez
X
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Agenda 8(x)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
QUALIFYING PROVIDERS FOR PROFESSIONALS AND OTHER SERVICES FOR
APPOINTMENT PURSUANT TO FAIR AND OPEN PROCESS
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Authority, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), is authorized to do and
perform any act or thing necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the Authority or to
carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A. 40:37A-44 et seq.,
subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law" N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Authority requires certain professional and other services (the “Services”)
exempt from the public bidding requirements of the Local Public Contracts Law throughout the year;
and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq., the Authority has undertaken
a fair and open process for the solicitation of qualifications and rates, as applicable; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the evaluation criteria outlined in the request for
qualifications and rates, as applicable, certain committees of two or more of the Chairman, Executive
Director, Chief Financial Officer have reviewed the responses and have made recommendations to
the Authority concerning the qualification of providers and or award of contracts, as applicable, in
connection with the provision of the Services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to adopt the recommendations of the Committee and
qualify vendors in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby adopts the recommendations of the Committee as contained in the
report attached hereto and made a part hereof.
2. The Authority hereby qualifies the following vendors:
Arbitrage Rebate Services BLX Group
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Auditing Services Hodulik & Morrison, P.A.
Bond Underwriting Services
NW Capital Markets Inc.
Citigroup Global Markets Inc.
Stifel
Engineering Services – General Operations CME Associates
T&M
DLB Associates
Remington & Vernick Engineers
Brinkerhoff Environmental Services
Financial Advisory Services Acacia Financial Group, Inc.
NW Financial Group, LLC
Phoenix Advisors, LLC
Financial Printing Services No responses received.
Insurance Producer Services North American Insurance Management, a Division of
Acrisure
Legal Counsel – Bond Counsel
Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A.
Gluck Walrath LLP
Waters, McPherson, McNeill
McManimon Scotland & Bauman LLC
Capehart & Scatchard
Legal Counsel – General Counsel Rainone Coughlin Minchello LLC
Legal Counsel – Professional Liability Antonelli Kantor P.C
And General Liability Defense Eric M. Bernstein & Associates, LLC,
Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP
Chasen Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo PC
Legal Counsel – Special Projects Antonelli Kantor P.C.
Eric M. Bernstein & Associates, LLC
Chasen Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo PC.
Grace Marmero & Associates, LLP
Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer
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Gluck Walrath LLP
Capehart & Scatchard
Legal Counsel – Workers Compensation
Defense Chasan, Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC
Eric M. Bernstein & Associates, LLC
Grace Mamero & Associates LLP
Hoagland Longo Moran Dunst & Doukas LLP
Capehart & Scatchard
Real Estate Planning & Development Services
Integra Realty Resources – Northern NJ
3. The foregoing vendors are qualified to provide the respective services to the Authority.
The qualification of any vendor shall not authorize or guarantee that the vendor will be providing
service. Authorization for performance of any service or the award of a contract shall be by separate
resolution of the Authority.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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TO: MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY BOARD
JAMES P. NOLAN, CHAIRMAN
ANTHONY RACZYNSKI, VICE-CHAIRMAN
PAUL ABBEY, SECRETARY
CHRISTINE D’AGOSTINO
JOSE JIMENEZ
FROM: JAMES P. NOLAN, CHAIRMAN
H. JAMES POLOS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
LORY L. CATTANO, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
DATE: DECEMBER 14, 2018
RE: REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND RATES, AS APPLICABLE,
PROFESSIONALS AND OTHER SERVICES FOR APPOINTMENTS
FAIR AND OPEN PROCESS FOR
JANUARY 1, 2019– DECEMBER 31, 2019
In accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4, the Authority undertook a fair and open process for the procurement
of various professionals and other services for appointment. An advertisement for Request for Qualifications
and Proposals (RFQ’s) was placed in the Home News Tribune, Star Ledger and posted on the Authority’s
website. Responses were received on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.
The Committee consisting of the following members, James P. Nolan, H. James Polos, and Lory L. Cattano
(as applicable, collectively, the “Committee”) evaluated the responses. The criteria for qualification and award
was disclosed in the RFQ and the weighting of the criteria was established and disclosed prior to the RFQ
opening. A summary of the responses received and the recommendation of the Committee that evaluated the
responses follows.
Arbitrage Rebate Services. One (1) response was received for arbitrage rebate services. The response was
submitted by:
BLX Group, LLC
1910 S. Stapley Drive
Suite 115
Mesa, AZ 85204
The Committee recommends qualifying BLX Group, LLC to provide arbitrage rebate services.
Auditing Services. One (1) response was received for auditing services. The response was submitted by:
Hodulik & Morrison, P.A.
1102 Raritan Avenue
PO Box 1450
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Highland Park, New Jersey 08904
The Committee found that the submission qualified and recommends that a contract for the auditing services
be awarded to Hodulik & Morrison, P.A.
Bond Underwriting Services. Three (3) responses were received for Bond Underwriting Services for the
Authority. Responses were received from:
NW Capital Markets Inc.
2 Hudson Place, 3rd Floor
Hoboken, New Jersey 07030
Citigroup Global Markets Inc.
Public Finance Department
388 Greenwich Street, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10013
Stifel
1600 Market Street, 14th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
The Committee recommends that all proposers be qualified.
Engineering Services – General Operations. Six (6) responses were received for engineering services for
the Authority’s general operations. Proposals were received from the following:
CME Associates
3141 Bordentown Avenue
Parlin, New Jersey 08859
Prestige Environmental Inc.
220 Davidson Ave. Suite 307
Somerset, New Jersey 08873
T & M
11 Tindall Road
Middletown, New Jersey 07748
DLB Associates
265 Industrial Way West
Eatontown, New Jersey 07724
Remington & Vernick Engineers
3 Jocama Blvd Suite 300-400
Old Bridge, New Jersey 08857
Brinkerhoff Environmental Services
1805 Atlantic Ave
Manasquan NJ 08736-1029
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The Committee recommends that CME, DLB Associates, T & M, Remington & Vernick Engineers and
Brinkerhoff Environmental Services be qualified at this time. The Committee also recommends that a contract
be awarded to CME Associates to provide engineering services for the Authority’s general operations.
Financial Advisory Services. Three (3) proposals were received for the provision of financial advisory
services and continuing disclosure services. Responses were received from the following:
Acacia Financial Group, Inc.
601 Route 73 North Suite 206
Marlton, New Jersey 08053
NW Financial Group, LLC
2 Hudson Place Third Floor
Hoboken, New Jersey 07030
Phoenix Advisors, LLC
4 West Park Street
Bordentown, New Jersey 08505
The Committee recommends that all of the above firms be qualified and that Phoenix Advisors, LLC be
authorized to provide Financial Services and Continuing Disclosure Services.
Insurance Producer Services. One response was received for the provision of insurance producer services.
The submission was provided by:
North American Insurance Management
A Division of Acrisure
1460 US Route 9 North
Suite 310
Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095
The Committee recommends qualifying North American Insurance Management for providing insurance
producer services and awarding a contract to North American Insurance Management for providing the
Services.
Legal Counsel – Bond Counsel. Five (5) responses were received for the provision of bond counsel services
as follows:
Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A.
90 Woodbridge Center Drive
Suite 900 Box 10
Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095
Gluck Walrath LLP
11 Wharf Ave, Suite 4
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Waters, McPherson, McNeill
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300 Lighting Way
Secaucus, New Jersey 07096
McManimon Scotland & Bauman LLC
75 Livingston Ave, 2nd floor
Roseland, New Jersey 07068
Capehart & Scatchard
8000 Midlantic Drive , Suite 300S
P.O. Box 5016
Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054-5016
The Committee recommends that all of the firms that submitted responses be qualified and that Wilentz
Goldman & Spitzer be awarded a contract.
Legal Counsel – General Counsel. One proposal was reviewed for the provision of general counsel services.
The submissions was provided by:
Rainone Coughlin Minchello, LLC
555 U.S. Highway One South, Suite 440
Iselin, New Jersey 08830
The Committee recommends that the firm be qualified and that a contract for the provision of legal services –
general counsel for the Authority be awarded to Rainone Coughlin Minchello, LLC.
Legal Counsel – Professional Liability and General Liability Defense. The Authority received four (4)
responses for the provision of legal counsel – professional liability and general liability defense. Responses
were received from:
Antonelli Kantor, P.C.
1000 Stuyvesant, Suite #1
Union, New Jersey 07083
Eric M. Bernstein & Associates, LLC
34 Mountain Boulevard Building A
Warren, New Jersey 07059
Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas,LLP
40 Paterson Street
New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901
Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC
300 Lighting Way, Suite 200
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
The Committee recommends that all four of the firms be qualified to provide legal counsel – professional
liability and general liability defense and that a contract for the services be awarded to Antonelli Kantor, P.C.
Legal Counsel – Special Projects. Seven (7) firms submitted proposals for legal counsel special projects.
The firms were as follows:
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Antonelli Kantor, P.C.
1000 Stuyvesant, Suite #1
Union, New Jersey 07083
Eric M. Bernstein & Associates, LLC
34 Mountain Boulevard Building A
Warren, New Jersey 07059
Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC
300 Lighting Way, Suite 200
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Grace Marmero & Associates, LLP
44 Euclid Street
Woodbury, New Jersey 08096
Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer
90 Woodbridge Center Drive
Suite 900, Box 10
Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095-0958
Gluck Walrath LLP
11 Wharf Ave, Suite 4
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Capehart & Scatchard
8000 Midlantic Drive , Suite 300S
P.O. Box 5016
Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054-5016
The Committee recommends that all the firms be qualified to provide the services for legal counsel – special
projects and that a contract for the services be awarded to Antonelli Kantor P.C.
Legal Counsel – Workers Compensation Defense. Five (5) responses were submitted for the provision of
legal services for workers compensation defense. Responses were received from:
Chasan, Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC
300 Lighting Way, Suite 200
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Eric M. Bernstein & Associates, LLC
34 Mountain Boulevard
Building A
Warren, New Jersey 07059
Grace Mamero & Associates LLP
44 Euclid Street
Woodbury, New Jersey 08096
Hoagland Longo Moran Dunst & Doukas LLP
40 Paterson Street
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New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901
Capehart & Scatchard
8000 Midlantic Drive , Suite 300S
P.O. Box 5016
Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054-5016
The Committee recommends that the five firms be qualified to provide legal counsel services for workers
compensation defense.
Printing Services. There were no responses received for Financial Printing Services .
Real Estate Planning & Development Services There was one response for Real Estate Planning and
Development Services:
Integra Realty Resources – Northern NJ
301 South Livingston Ave
Suite 104
Livingston, New Jersey 07039
The Committee recommends that the firm be qualified to provide Real Estate Planning and Development
Services and that a contract to provide the services be awarded.
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Agenda 8(y)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT FOR AUDITING SERVICES TO
HODULIK & MORRISON, P.A.
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
authority or to carry out any power given in the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A.
40:37A-44, et seq., subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i) any contract, purchase or agreement, the
subject matter of which consists of professional services is an exception to the public bidding
requirements of the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, the Authority desires to obtain the services of an auditor to perform the 2017
Authority audit and related services (the “Services”); and
WHEREAS, the Services to be performed by the auditor are professional services pursuant
to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i); and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq., the Authority undertook a fair
and open process and advertised for qualifications and proposals for the provision of the Services;
and
WHEREAS, by Resolution heretofore duly adopted by the Authority on this date, the
Authority accepted and adopted the recommendations of the review committee (the “Committee”)
concerning qualifying vendors pursuant to the fair and open process as set forth in said Resolution
and qualified Hodulik & Morrison, P.A. to provide the Services; and
WHEREAS, the Committee has also recommended that Hodulik & Morrison, P.A. be
awarded a contract to provide the Services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to adopt the recommendations of the Committee and
award a contract for the Services to Hodulik & Morrison, P.A., in accordance with this Resolution.
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NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby adopts the recommendations of the Committee and awards a contract
to Hodulik & Morrison, P.A., to provide the Services to the Authority for the audit of the calendar
year 2018 and related services. Hodulik & Morrison, P.A., shall provide the Services to the Authority
in accordance with and at the rates set forth on Schedule A attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The cost for the provision of the Services budgeted by the Certifying Finance Officer is not to exceed
$80,000.00.
2. The Authority authorizes the Chairman of the Authority to approve and execute a contract
with Hodulik & Morrison, P.A., setting forth the terms of the provision of the Services. Such approval
and execution by the Chairman shall be deemed approval by the Authority and no further action or
approval by the Authority shall be required.
3. The Secretary of the Authority shall be and is hereby directed to cause a brief notice of the
authorization to be published as required by N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i).
4. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the Services shall be included
in the appropriate budget.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Schedule A
Audit Fee in an amount not to exceed $80,000.00
Other Services Hourly Rate Partner $135.00/hour
Senior Accountant $110.00/hour
Junior Accountant $ 95.00/hour
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Agenda 8(z)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES GENERAL OPERATIONS
TO CME ASSOCIATES
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
Authority subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i), any contract, purchase or agreement, the
subject matter of which consists of professional services is an exception to the public bidding
requirements of the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Authority to have professional engineering services (the
"Services") for the coming year; and
WHEREAS, the Services are professional services and are exempt from the public bidding
requirements of the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq., the Authority undertook a fair
and open process and advertised a request for qualifications and proposals for the provision of the
Services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority received responses to the request for qualifications and proposals
from CME Associates, Prestige Environmental, Inc, T&M Associates, DLB Associates, Remington
& Vernick Engineers, and Brinkerhoff Environmental Services; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution heretofore duly adopted by the Authority on this date, the
Authority accepted and adopted the recommendations of the review committee (the “Committee”)
concerning qualifying vendors pursuant to the fair and open process set forth in said Resolution and
qualified CME Associates, T&M Associates, DLB Associates, Remington & Vernick Engineers, and
Brinkerhoff Environmental Services; and
WHEREAS, the Committee has also recommended that CME Associates be awarded a
contract to provide the Services; and
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WHEREAS, the Authority would like to adopt the recommendation of the Committee and
award a contract for the Services to CME Associates in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby adopts the recommendations of the Committee as contained in the
report attached hereto and made a part hereof.
2. The Authority awards a contract to CME Associates for the Services. CME Associates
shall provide the Services to the Authority in accordance with the rates set forth on Schedule A
attached hereto and made a part hereof. The cost of the provision of the Services by the Certifying
Finance Officer is not to exceed $100,000.00.
3. The Authority authorizes the Chairman of the Authority to approve and execute a contract
with CME Associates setting forth the terms of the provision of the Services. Such approval and
execution by the Chairman shall be deemed approval by the Authority and no further action or
approval shall be required.
4. The Secretary of the Authority shall be and is hereby directed to cause a brief notice of the
award to be published in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i).
5. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the Services are available
from the County and or bond proceeds.
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Agenda 8(aa)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR LEGAL COUNSEL – GENERAL OPERATIONS TO
RAINONE COUGHLIN MINCHELLO, LLC
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
authority subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i) any contract, purchase or agreement, the
subject matter of which consists of professional services is an exception to the public bidding
requirements of the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Authority to have legal counsel services (the "Services")
for the coming year; and
WHEREAS, the Services are an exception to the public bidding requirements of the Local
Public Contracts Law as a professional service; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq., the Authority undertook a fair
and open process and advertised for qualifications and proposals for the provision of the Services,
among other services; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution heretofore duly adopted by the Authority on this date, the
Authority accepted and adopted the recommendations of the review committee (the “Committee”)
concerning qualifying vendors pursuant to the fair and open process as set forth in said Resolution
and qualified Rainone Coughlin Minchello, LLC to provide the Services; and
WHEREAS, the Committee has recommended that Rainone Coughlin Minchello, LLC. be awarded
a contract to provide the Services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to adopt the recommendation of the Committee and
award a contract for the Services to Rainone Coughlin Minchello, LLC in accordance with this
Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby adopts the recommendation of the Committee and awards a contract
to Rainone Coughlin Minchello, LLC to provide the Services to the Authority. Rainone Coughlin
Minchello, LLC shall provide the Services to the Authority at the hourly rate of $185.00 and in
accordance with and at the rates and terms set forth on Schedule A attached hereto and made a part
hereof. The cost for the provision of the Services is not to exceed $250,000.00
2. The Authority authorizes the Chairman of the Authority to approve and execute a contract
with Rainone Coughlin Minchello, LLC setting forth the terms of the provision of the Services. Such
approval and execution by the Chairman shall be deemed approval by the Authority and no further
action or approval shall be required.
3. The Secretary of the Authority is directed to cause a brief notice of the above award to be
published as required by N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i).
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4. The Certifying Finance Officer of the Authority has certified that the funds for the Services
are available in the budget.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Schedule A
The cost for provision of the Services shall be the hourly rate of $185.00 for attorney time in
an amount not to exceed $250,000.00. In addition, Contractor shall be compensated for services
rendered in connection with financings at amounts to be approved at the timer of the project financing.
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Agenda 8(bb)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BOND COUNSEL SERVICES TO
WILENTZ GOLDMAN & SPITZER, LLC
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
authority subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i), any contract, purchase or agreement, the
subject matter of which consists of professional services is an exception to the public bidding
requirements of the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Authority to have the professional legal services of bond
counsel (the "Services") for the coming year; and
WHEREAS, the Services are an exception to the public bidding requirements of the Local
Public Contracts Law as a professional service; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq., the Authority undertook a fair
and open process and advertised for qualifications for the provision of the Services, among other
services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority received responses to the request for qualifications and proposals
from Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Gluck Walrath, LLP., Waters, McPherson, McNeill,
McManimon Scotland & Bauman LLC, and Capehart & Scatchard; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution heretofore duly adopted by the Authority on this date, the Authority
accepted and adopted the recommendations of the review committee (the “Committee”) concerning
qualifying vendors pursuant to the fair and open process set forth in said Resolution and qualified
Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Gluck Walrath, LLP., Waters, McPherson, McNeill, McManimon
Scotland & Bauman LLC, and Capehart & Scatchard; and
WHEREAS, the Committee has also recommended that Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A.be
awarded a contract to provide the Services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to adopt the recommendation of the Committee and
award a contract for the Services to Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A.in accordance with this
Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby adopts the recommendation of the Committee and awards a contract to
Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. to provide the Services as the Authority’s Special Bond
Counsel on this Project and such other bond assignments as may be assigned to them by the
Authority. The Authority shall pay for the Services of Bond Counsel from the proceeds of
financings of projects of the Authority including but not limited to the Project and shall
approve the payment for Services for Bond Counsel prior to the issuance of any bonds.
2. The Authority authorizes the Chairman of the Authority to approve and execute a contract with
Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. setting forth the terms of the provision of the bond counsel
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services. Such approval and execution by the Chairman shall be deemed approval by the
Authority and no further action or approval shall be required.
3. The Secretary of the Authority is directed to cause a brief notice of the above award to be published
as required by N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i).
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(cc)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES AND AS
CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGENT TO PHOENIX ADVISORS, LLC
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do
and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the
authority subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i) and (ii), any contract, purchase, or
agreement, the subject matter of which consists of professional services or extraordinary,
unspecifiable services is an exception to the public bidding requirements of the Local Public Contracts
Law; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Authority to have financial advisory services and
continuing disclosure agent services (the "Services") for the coming year; and
WHEREAS, the Services are exempt from the public bidding requirements of the Local
Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq., the Authority undertook a fair
and open process and advertised for qualifications for the provision of the Services, among other
Services; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution heretofore duly adopted by the Authority on this date, the
Authority accepted and adopted the recommendations of the review committee (the “Committee”)
concerning qualifying vendors pursuant to the fair and open process as set forth in said Resolution,
and qualified Phoenix Advisors, LLC, Acacia Financial Group Inc and NW Financial Group to
provide the Services; and
WHEREAS, the Committee has also recommended that Phoenix Advisors, LLC be awarded
a contract to provide continuing disclosure agent services; and
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WHEREAS, the Authority would like to adopt the recommendation of the Committee and award a
contract for the provision of the continuing disclosure agent services in accordance with this
Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby adopts the recommendation of the Committee and awards a contract to
provide continuing disclosure agent services to the Authority to Phoenix Advisors, LLC at a cost not
to exceed $2,500.00.
2. The Authority authorizes the Chairman of the Authority to approve and execute a contract with
Phoenix Advisors, LLC, if required, for the provision of the continuing disclosure agent services.
3. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the continuing disclosure agent
services are included in the 2019 budget.
4. The Secretary of the Authority is directed to cause a brief notice of the above award to be
published as required by N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i).
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(dd)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
APPROVING SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND RELEASE
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on March 14, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), the Authority is empowered to enter into any
and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do and perform any and all acts
and things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the Authority, subject to the Local
Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, a Complaint was filed in the Superior Court entitled Estate of Jennie Centaro v.
Clara Barton, bearing docket # MID-L-6139-16 (the “Lawsuit”); and
WHEREAS, the Authority and Plaintiff have settled all controversies among them after
mediation on June 29, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the parties now seek approval of the Settlement Agreement and Release
resolving the Lawsuit and all controversies between them;
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
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1. The Authority hereby approves the Settlement Agreement and Release in substantially
the form attached with such changes as shall be approved by the Chairman on advice of counsel.
2. The Authority authorizes the Chairman or Vice-Chairman to execute the Settlement
Agreement and Release with the Plaintiff in the form so approved.
3. The Certifying Finance Officer has certified that the funds for the Settlement Agreement are
available from and can be obtained from the Authority and shall be included in the budget of the
Authority for the term of the Agreement.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(ee)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY DECLARING TOTAL
LAWN CARE AND LANDSCAPING SERVICES IN DEFAULT ON CONTRACT
FOR LANDSCAPING SERVICES AT ROOSEVELT CARE CENTER OLD
BRIDGE
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Authority operates the Roosevelt Care Center Old Bridge (the "Facility");
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), the Authority is empowered to enter into
any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and do and perform any and
all acts and things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of the Authority, subject to
the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-1 et. seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Authority requires a Landscaping Services (the "Services") at the
Facility; and
WHEREAS, on March 14, 2018 the Authority by Resolution# 18-52 awarded a
contract to Total Lawn Care and Landscaping Services for Landscaping Services at Roosevelt
Care Center Old Bridge; and
WHEREAS, Total Lawn Care and Landscaping Services has failed to winterize the
sprinkler system as required pursuant to their Contract and Bid Specifications and the vendor
is now in default of their contract; and
WHEREAS, on December 11, 2018 a Default Notice was sent to the Vendor notifying
him to provide the services by December 14, 2018 or be found in default; and
WHEREAS, due to the failure of Total Lawn Care and Landscaping Services to
provide the services required, they are now in default of their contract; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to declare the vendor in default.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS
OF THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
The Authority hereby declares Total Lawn Care and Landscaping Services in default for
failure to provide the services required within the Bid Specifications #18-04.
Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
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Agenda 8(ff)
RESOLUTION OF THE
MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AWARDING CONTRACT
FOR INSURANCE PRODUCER SERVICES TO NORTH AMERICAN INSURANCE
MANAGEMENT
WHEREAS, a regular meeting of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (the
"Authority") was held on December 19, 2018; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:37A-55(t), a county improvement authority is
empowered to enter into any and all agreements or contracts, execute any and all instruments, and
do and perform any and all acts or things necessary, convenient or desirable for the purposes of
the authority subject to the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 (1)(a)(i) and (ii) any contract, purchase, or
agreement, the subject matter of which consists of professional services or extraordinary,
unspecifiable services is an exception to the public bidding requirements of the Local Public
Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, the Authority requires the services of an insurance producer (the
"Services") to place the Authority’s insurance requirements for the coming year; and
WHEREAS, the Services are exempt from the public bidding requirements of the Local
Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq., the Authority undertook
a fair and open process and advertised for qualifications and proposals for the provision of the
Services; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution heretofore duly adopted by the Authority on this date, the
Authority accepted and adopted the recommendations of the review committee (the “Committee”)
concerning qualifying vendors pursuant to the fair and open process as set forth in said Resolution
and qualified North American Insurance Management a division of Acrisure (hereinafter “North
American”) to provide the Services; and
WHEREAS, the Committee has also recommended that North American be awarded a contract
to provide the Services; and
WHEREAS, the Authority would like to adopt the recommendation of the Committee
and award a contract for the Services to North American in accordance with this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF
THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Authority hereby adopts the recommendation of the Committee and awards a
contract to North American to provide the Services to the Authority for the coming year at a
monthly fee of $4,167.00.
2. The Authority authorizes the Chairman of the Authority to approve and execute a
contract with North American pursuant to this Resolution setting forth the terms of the provision
of the Services. Such approval and execution by the Chairman shall be deemed approval by the
Authority and no further action or approval shall be required.
3. The Secretary of the Authority is directed to cause a brief notice of the above award
to be published as required by N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i).
4. The Certifying Finance Officer of the Authority has certified that the funds for the
Services are available from and included in the budget.
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Recorded Vote: Aye No Abstain Absent
James P. Nolan X
Anthony Raczynski X
Paul Abbey X
Christine D’Agostino X
Jose Jimenez X
PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS: A motion for payment of vouchers was made by Anthony
Raczynski and seconded by Paul Abbey, the members adopted the following resolution: It is hereby resolved by the members of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority at its meeting
December 19, 2018, that payments as itemized on the attached bill list, attached hereto and made a part
hereof, in the total amount of $3,260,370.28 be authorized to be paid out of the Middlesex County
Improvement Authority account. This is to certify that the payments on the attached bill list, in the total amount of
$3,260,370.28 are correct and just and payment should be approved.
/s/ Lory L. Cattano_____________
Lory L. Cattano, Chief Financial Officer
/s/ James P. Nolan
James P. Nolan, Chairman
This is to certify that the above is a true copy of a Resolution adopted by the Middlesex
County Improvement Authority at a meeting held on December 19, 2018, at which a
quorum of the membership was present.
/s/ Paul Abbey
Secretary-Treasurer
13. PUBLIC SESSION: No public session. • The public session was closed by a motion made
by Anthony Raczynski and seconded by Paul Abbey. All members in favor.
14. ADJOURNMENT: • The public session was closed by a motion made by Anthony Raczynski
at 6:32 pm and seconded by Christine D’Agostino. All members in favor.