JULY 24TH, 2007 – REGULAR MEETING

President Summiel called the meeting to order at 7:35 pm and read the Open Public
Meeting Statement:

The notice requirements provided for in the “Open Public Meetings Act” have
been satisfied. Notice of this meeting was properly given in a notice which was
transmitted to the Times of Trenton and the Trentonian, filed with the Clerk of the
Township of Ewing and posted in the Ewing Township Municipal Complex, all on
the 4th day of January, 2007.
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ROLL CALL

ƒ Mr. Cox - Present John Barrett - CFO

ƒ Mr. Murphy - Present Mike Hartsough, Attorney
ƒ Mr. Steinmann - Present Kim Macellaro, Deputy Clerk
ƒ Ms. Wollert - Present
ƒ President Summiel - Present

STATEMENTS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC FOR ITEMS ON THE

AGENDA

Kate Tuttle (8 Locke Court) wanted to know when she could get a copy of the
CAPER report. Attorney Mike Hartsough responded.

CONSENT AGENDA:

The Clerk read the Consent Agenda. (#07R-121)

1. Approval of minutes of the meeting of July 9th (Agenda) and July 10th
(Regular).

2. A Resolution authorizing a refund to Robert and Kathy Wollert, in the

amount of $7.70, for a duplicate dog license.

3. A Resolution authorizing the conduct of an off premise merchandise raffle

sponsored by the Prospect Heights Volunteer Fire Company (Identification
#139-9-9365, RL #1188).

4. A Resolution authorizing the conduct of an off premise merchandise raffle

(golf trip) sponsored by St. Francis Medical Center to be held on September
24th, 2007 (Identification #495-4-21368, RL #1189).

5. A Resolution authorizing the conduct of an off premise merchandise raffle

(various gift cert) sponsored by the St. Francis Medical Center
(Identification #495-4-21368, RL #1190).

6. A Resolution authorizing the conduct of a 50/50 raffle sponsored by St.

Francis Medical Center (Identification #495-4-21368, RL 1191).

7. A Resolution canceling $270.00 from the 2007 sewer bill for Block 382, Lot
5.01, 568 Grand Avenue, due to the removal of the water meter in 2006.

8. A Resolution refunding $2,681.56 in taxes for August and November 2007 for
Block 21.01, Lot 76, 1440-50 Prospect Street, due to lower assessment for the
2007 tax bill.

9. A Resolution remitting $4,145.25 for Block 310, Lot 27, 336 Concord Avenue
to lien holder N. or D. Remick – Trustee due to a bankruptcy filing for the
property prior to the tax sale.
 10. A Resolution canceling the second half 2007 sewer bill of $3,634.00 for Block
345, Lot 140.02, 999 Lower Ferry Road because the property is now owned
by Ewing Township.

11. A Resolution refunding $929.32 for block 566, Lot 15, 24 Brophy Drive for
the August and November 2007 tax bill due to a lower assessment.

12. A Resolution refunding $457.31 for Block 1, Lot 15, 216 West Ingham
Avenue for the calendar year 2007 tax bill due to a lower assessment.

13. A Resolution authorizing a refund of $159.00, as recommended by the

Township Construction Official, for permit obtained for 108 Clover Avenue.
Homeowner cancelled the job.

14. A Resolution authorizing Jeff Burd to hold a block party on August 11th,
2007.

15. A Resolution authorizing the Celestial Church of Christ to hold a block party
on August 12th, 2007.

16. A Resolution authorizing the Glendale Civic Association to hold a block

party on September 8th, 2007.

Mr. Steinmann moved the Consent Agenda, seconded by Mr. Murphy.

ROLL CALL Mr. Cox YES

Mr. Murphy YES
Mr. Steinmann YES
Ms. Wollert YES
President Summiel YES

ORDINANCE(S) FOR FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION

1. The Clerk read AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE EWING TOWNSHIP

SALARY ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING LONGEVITY
COMPENSATION OF OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE
TOWNSHIP OF EWING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 (2007)

Mr. Steinmann moved the ordinance, seconded by Ms. Wollert.

ROLL CALL Mr. Cox YES

Mr. Murphy YES
Mr. Steinmann YES
Ms. Wollert YES
President Summiel YES

NEW BUSINESS

1. R07-122 The Clerk read A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE

DESIGNATION OF ADDITIONAL BUS STOPS ON SULLIVAN WAY.

Ms. Wollert moved the resolution, seconded by Mr. Murphy.

ROLL CALL Mr. Cox YES

Mr. Murphy YES
Mr. Steinmann YES
Ms. Wollert YES
President Summiel YES

2. R07-123 The Clerk read A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE

DESIGNATION OF THREE ADDITIONAL BUS STOPS ON SCENIC DRIVE.

Ms. Wollert moved the resolution, seconded by Mr. Murphy.

 ROLL CALL Mr. Cox YES
Mr. Murphy YES
Mr. Steinmann YES
Ms. Wollert YES
President Summiel YES

3. R07-124 The Clerk read A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PROPER

OFFICIALS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF EWING TO AUTHORIZE THE
SUBMISSION OF THE EWING TOWNSHIP CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) TO THE UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR THE 2006
ACTIVITIES UNDER THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
PROGRAM (Grant Funds $203,213).

Mr. Steinmann moved the resolution, seconded by Mr. Cox. Attorney

Hartsough indicated by saying that it is a portion of community development
block grant for funds for the purpose of renovations to the Jewish
Community Center.

ROLL CALL Mr. Cox YES

Mr. Murphy YES
Mr. Steinmann YES
Ms. Wollert YES
President Summiel YES

COUNCIL REPORTS

Councilman Murphy reported that he has been in contact with members of

administration and school board members regarding some changes in school board
budget, particularly dealing with funding for SRO officers. Mr. Murphy also
reported that he had contacted the League of Municipalities and asked them for
ordinances that may exist in other municipalities on the control of hours of
operation for food service establishments. Members of council each got a copy of
these ordinances for review.

Councilman Steinmann reported that the next Planning Board meeting is August
2nd at 7:30 pm. Opus will give two presentations. He was also happy to report that
after three years, Ewing Township won the lawsuit for rental units. Councilman
Steinmann said that he will now introduce an ordinance that will create an overlay
to limit the number of rental properties that can be held in a district or a zone.
Councilwoman Wollert commended Councilman Steinmann for initiating an
Ordinance regarding protecting our community in the aspect of rental properties.

Councilman Cox reported that the next meeting for Seniors will not be until
September. He spoke of the interest of the public to change the West Trenton Train
station to the Ewing Train station and also change the neighborhood to Ewing,
instead of West Trenton. He also thinks township should consider putting solar
panels on the roof of the township building. The Historical plaques will be
presented by the Mayor at the Mayor’s meeting.

STATEMENTS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC FOR ITEMS NOT ON

THE AGENDA

Carl Kramer (92 Carlton Avenue) had concerns about the crime in the
neighborhood. He wondered what was being done to stop the crime. How can he
form a community group? President Summiel commented that he has the Chief of
Police come to a Council meeting every quarter to give an update. The Council
President then gave the Mayor an opportunity to speak regarding this issue.

Mayor Ball said cameras are being placed on Brenwal Avenue, 24/7 and are mobile
so they can be placed in particular areas. The Task Force Team is being utilized.
The Police are cooperating with the State Police Gang Task Force, the City of
Trenton and also the Mercer County Prosecutors office. There will be additional
passing attention on a number of streets throughout the town where they know
there are problems. The Police are working with PSE&G to improve the lighting on
some streets.

Charles Green (979 Bear Tavern Road) suggested that information or a hotline
regarding any kind of crime should be put on the township website. President
Summiel thought the hotline was a great idea but would defer it to the police
department for consideration. He also commented on the township putting solar
panels on the roof. He commented that Council should look into having them put
on the roof without a reassessment.

Mildred Russell (119 King Avenue) thanked Councilman Steinmann for his hard
work regarding rental units. She also asked about the school resource officers.
President Summiel clarified.

Elmer Sullivan (13 Llanfair Lane) and Ron Dykus (170 Upper Ferry Road) also
commented on the gang issue.

Bob Dorio (4 Locke Court) and Kate Tuttle (10 Locke Court) also commended
Councilman Steinmann with his hard work regarding the rental lawsuit.

Ms. Tuttle also commented that a well advertised Pet Adoption Day was held and it
was the single most successful adoption day ever held in the township.

There being no further business, President Summiel asked for a motion to adjourn.
Mr. Steinmann so moved, seconded by Ms. Wollert. The meeting was adjourned at
8:45 pm.

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Les Summiel, Council President Stephen W. Elliott, Municipal Clerk