AGENDA
MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
COMBINED MEETING
Monday, December 21, 2020
6:00 p.m.
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call.
3. Adequate Notice of this meeting as required by the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, has
been provided by an Annual Notice sent to The Home News Tribune, The Star Ledger, the
Sentinel and News India Times on December 13, 2019and posted in the Main Lobby of the
Municipal Complex on the same date.
4. Presentation by Yannuzzi Group, Inc.
5. REVIEW OF MINUTES:
a. Combined Meeting of October 14, 2020
b. Worksession Meeting of October 26, 2020
c. Regular Meeting of October 28, 2020
d. Combined Meeting of November 9, 2020
e. Combined Meeting of December 7, 2020
6. REPORTS FROM ALL COUNCIL COMMITTEES:
7. POINTS OF LIGHT
8. FROM THE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR:
a. Resolutions Awarding Contract/Purchase Order for Office Furniture for the
Township (2 vendors – not to exceed $400,000.00) (Resolution R.700-122020 and
R.701-122020)
b. Resolution Awarding Contract to serve as Municipal Financial Advisor (not to
exceed $134,000.00) (Resolution R.702-122020)
c. Resolution Awarding Contract/Purchase Order for the purchase of Various
Technology Supplies and Services (not to exceed $35,000.00) (Resolution R.703-
122020)
9. FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE:
a. Report of Disbursements through December 17, 2020 (Resolution R.696-122020)
b. Resolution authorizing refund in the amount of $103,637.50 for redemption of tax
sale certificates (Resolution R.697-2020)
c. Debt Service Resolution 2021 (Resolution R.698-122020)
d. Resolution Authorizing the cancelation of Water Utility Appropriation. (R.720-
122020)
10. FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH:
a. Resolution authorizing the Development and Submission of FFY2020 USFTA
S5310 Bus and Bus Related Equipment and Facilities Program Grant application.
(Resolution R. 704-122020)
11. FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ENGINEERING:
a. Resolutions Returning the Cash Performance Guarantee (Resolution R.705-
122020 & R.706-122020)
b. Resolutions Refunding of Engineering Inspection fees (Resolution R.707-122020
& R.708-122020)
c. Resolutions provides for refund of Construction Permit fee Resolution R.709-
122020 & R.710-122020)
12. FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS:
a. Resolution accepting bid and Awarding Contract for the purchase of 95 Gallon
Green Automated/Semi-Automated Refuse Containers and Additional Lids,
Wheel, and Axles (not to exceed $78,200.00) (Resolution R.711-122020)
b. Resolution Authorizing the Award of Contract/Purchase Order To Bayshore For
The Recycling Of The Township’s Recyclables (Resolution R.712-122020)
13. FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION:
a. Resolution Amending Public Bid No. 20-08-01 Bus Services due to closing of
Company (Resolution R.713-122020)
b. Resolutions authorizing a reimbursement for Karate Program (Resolution R. (2)
(Resolution R.714-122020 & 715-122020)
14. FROM THE CHIEF OF FIRE:
a. Resolution authorizing the purchase of (1) New unused 2021 Ford Explorer Base
4WD with options ($29,404.27) (Resolution R.716-122020)
15. FROM THE CHIEF OF POLICE:
a. Resolution authorizing the purchase of (1) 2021 Ford F250 4WD Pick Up with
Options through Educational Services Commission of New Jersey ($34,855.89)
(Resolution R.717-122020)
b. Resolution authorizing the purchase of (1) 2021 Ford Police Interceptor Utility
with Options ($31,750.60) (Resolution R.718-122020)
c. Resolution accepting Federal Highway Safety Fund 2021 Grant (Resolution R.719-
122020)
16. FROM THE TOWNSHIP CLERK:
a. Resolution authorizing a Permit fee reduction for the Mission First Housing Group
(Resolution R.699-122020)
b. Resolution authorizing Person to Person transfer of a Retail Distribution Liquor
License 1205-44-061-002 (R.721-122020)
17. FROM THE COUNCIL MEMBER TO THE PLANNING BOARD:
18. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
ORDINANCES FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION, PUBLIC HEARING, AND
FINAL ADOPTION:
O.2091-2020 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF
PROPERTY ON INMAN AVENUE IN THE TOWNSHIP, SHOWN
ON THE TOWNSHIP’S TAX MAPS AS BLOCK 412, LOT 5.R3.
19. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Council President Ship-Freeman a. None
Councilmember Brescher a. None
Councilmember Coyle a. None
Councilmember Diehl a. None
Councilmember Gomez a. None
Councilmember Joshi
a. None
Councilmember Patil
a. None
20. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Combined Meeting of October 14, 2020
b. Worksession Meeting of October 26, 2020
c Regular Meeting of October 28, 2020
d. Combined Meeting of November 9, 2020
e. Combined Meeting of December 7, 2020
21. COUNCIL PRESIDENT'S REMARKS
22. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
ORDINANCES FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION, PUBLIC HEARING, AND
FINAL ADOPTION:
O.2091-2020 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF
PROPERTY ON INMAN AVENUE IN THE TOWNSHIP, SHOWN
ON THE TOWNSHIP’S TAX MAPS AS BLOCK 412, LOT 5.R3.
23. PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE RESOLUTIONS
24. PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS
Copies of these Resolutions are available for review only and are posted in the Council
Chambers. Anyone desiring a copy may contact the Township Clerk after the meeting.
Consent Agenda R.696-122020 Resolution approving disbursements for the period ending, December 17,
2020
R.697-122020 Resolution authorizing refund in the amount of $ 103,637.50 for redemption
of tax sale certificates.
R.698-122020 Debt Service Resolution
R.699-122020 Resolution authorizing a Permit fee reduction of 50% for the Mission First
Housing Group for HVAC work at Amandla Complex.
R.700-122020 Resolution Awarding Contract/Purchase Order for Office Furniture for the
Township to WB Mason in an amount not to exceed $200,000.00.
R.701-122020 Resolution Awarding Contract/Purchase Order for Office Furniture for the
Township to Global Industries in an amount not to exceed $200,000.00.
R.702-122020 Resolution Awarding Contract to serve as Municipal Financial Advisor NW
FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC in an amount not to exceed $134,000.00.
R.703-122020 Resolution Awarding Contract/Purchase Order for the purchase of Various
Technology Supplies and Services To CDW Government Incorporated
Through The Educational Services Commission Of New Jersey
Cooperative Pricing System in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00.
R.704-122020 Resolution authorizing the Development and Submission of FFY2020
USFTA S5310 Bus and Bus Related Equipment and Facilities Program
Grant application.
R.705-122020 Resolution Returning the Cash Performance Guarantee to Lincoln
Properties Management, LLC for Application P6-2016, for 1740 Route 27,
aka Blk. 1143, Lot 26 & 27.
R.706-122020 Resolution Returning the Cash Performance Guarantee to M. Purvi
Parikh for a single family on 37 Murray Street, Edison, NJ 08817, Acct.
#DE190801PU.
R.707-122020 Resolution Refunding of Engineering Inspection fees to Markim
Developers, LLC for Dylan Way Estates, Acct. #E1180606MA.
R.708-122020 Resolution Refunding of Engineering Inspection fees to Lincoln Properties
Management, LLC for 1906 Lincoln Highway, Acct. #E1180511L1.
R.709-122020 Resolution provides for refund of Construction Permit fee, posted for a
Senior resides at 4 Dale Drive, in the amount of $255.00.
R.710-122020 Resolution provides for refund of Construction Permit fee, posted for a
Senior resides at 1 Dale Drive, in the amount of $255.00.
R.711-122020 Resolution accepting bid and Awarding Contract for the purchase of 95
Gallon Green Automated/Semi-Automated Refuse Containers and
Additional Lids, Wheel, and Axles to Rehrig Pacific Company in an
amount not to exceed $78,200.00.
R.712-122020 Resolution Authorizing the Award of Contract/Purchase Order to
Bayshore for the Recycling of the Township’s Recyclable in an amount
not to exceed $650,000.00.
R.713-122020 Resolution Amending Public Bid No. 20-08-01 Bus Services due to closing
of Company.
R.714-122020 Resolution authorizing a reimbursement for Karate Program to Dennis
Devota in the amount of $450.00.
R.715-122020 Resolution authorizing a reimbursement for Karate Program to Ajay
Agrawal in the amount of $120.00.
R.716-122020 Resolution authorizing the purchase of (1) New unused 2021 Ford Explorer
Base 4WD with options from Beyer Ford through the Educational Services
Commission of New Jersey (Escnj) Cooperative Pricing System in the
amount of $29,404.27.
R.717-122020 Resolution authorizing the purchase of (1) 2021 Ford F250 4WD Pick Up
with Options through Educational Services Commission of New Jersey
from United Ford, LLC in the amount of $34,855.89.
R.718-122020 Resolution authorizing the purchase of (1) 2021 Ford Police Interceptor
Utility with Options from CHAS S WINNER INC in the amount of
$31,750.60.
R.719-122020 Resolution accepting Federal Highway Safety Fund 2021 Grant.
R.720-122020 Resolution authorizing the cancelation of 2020 Water Utility
Appropriations.
R.721-122020 Resolution authorizing Person to Person transfer of a Retail Distribution
Liquor License 1205-44-061-002, Edison Discount Liquor.
25. ORAL PETITIONS AND REMARKS
26. ADJOURNMENT
ORDINANCE O.2091-2020
EXPLANATION: An Ordinance authorizing the purchase of property on Inman Avenue in
the Township, shown on the Township’s Tax Maps as Block 412, Lot 5.R3.
WHEREAS, Sanguiliano Enterprises, Inc. (the “Owner”) owns the property shown on the
Township of Edison’s (the “Township”) Tax Maps as Block 412, Lot 5.R3, located on Inman
Avenue (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS, the Township is the current owner of certain properties that surround the
Property, rendering the Property unsuitable for use by the Owner; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:12-5, the Township may acquire any real property
or capital improvement; and
WHEREAS, the Township desires to purchase the Property from the Owner for a price of
$15,000.00, pursuant to the terms of a purchase and sale agreement to be negotiated between the
Township and the Owner; and
WHEREAS, in order to set forth the terms and conditions under which the Township and
the Owner will carry out their respective obligations with respect to the transaction described
herein, the Township further desires to authorize the execution of any documents necessary to
effectuate the acquisition.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Municipal Council of the Township
of Edison, County of Middlesex, New Jersey that:
1. The aforementioned recitals are incorporated herein as though fully set forth at length.
2. The Township is authorized to purchase the Property from the Owner for $15,000.00,
which price is hereby deemed reasonable.
3. The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate
the acquisition of the Property from the Owner, upon such terms and conditions as are set forth
herein.
4. The Township is further authorized to take all steps necessary for the conduct of due
diligence at the Property.
5. The Township Clerk is hereby directed to publish this Ordinance as required by applicable
law.
6. This Ordinance shall take effect pursuant to applicable law.
RESOLUTION R.696-122020
APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS BY THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE
TOWNSHIP OF EDISON FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 17, 2020.
WHEREAS, the Director of Finance of the Township of Edison has transmitted
to the Township Council a Report of Disbursements made through, December 17, 2020.
FUND AMOUNT
Current $16,748,008.98
Affordable Housing 101,404.00
Capital 138,338.93
Cash Performance 0.00
CDBG 143.36
Developers Escrow 53,377.06
Dog (Animal Control) 19,359.73
Federal Forfeited 0.00
Grant Funds 147,341.32
Law Enforcement 0.00
Open Space 0.00
Park Improvements 0.00
Payroll Deduction 530,003.72
Sanitation Fund 105,030.45
Self Insurance 0.00
Sewer Utility 89,199.96
Tax Sale Redemption 0.00
Tree Fund 0.00
Tree Planting 0.00
Trust 742,840.78
Edison Water Utility 145,671.26
Edison Landfill Closure Trust 0.00
TOTAL $18,820,719.55
/s/ Nicholas C. Fargo
Chief Financial Officer
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Municipal Council of the Township
of Edison, that the above-referenced disbursements report is hereby approved.
RESOLUTION R.697-122020
Authorizing refund for redemption of tax sale certificates
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector of the Township of Edison, Lina Vallejo, reports and
advises that at various sales of land for delinquent taxes held by the Edison Township Collector of
Taxes, Middlesex County, New Jersey, the attached listing of tax sale certificates were sold; and
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector further reports that the said tax sale certificates have been
redeemed thereof, and further advises that the purchasers of said property are legally entitled to a
refund of monies paid at the time of redemption.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Municipal Council of the Township
of Edison, that the aforementioned recitals are incorporated herein as though fully set forth at
length.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Municipal Council of the Township of Edison,
that the appropriate official of the Township is hereby authorized to draw checks to the noted
parties in the amounts specified on the attached listing, totaling $103,637.50.
RESOLUTION R.698-122020
WHEREAS, N.J.S. 40A:4-19 provides authority for appropriating in a temporary
resolution the permanent debt service requirements for the coming fiscal year providing
that such resolution is not made earlier than the last ten days of the preceding fiscal
year, and
WHEREAS, the date of this resolution is subsequent to that date, and
WHEREAS, principal and interest will be due on various dates from January 1,
2021 to December 31 2021, inclusive, on sundry bonds & Notes issued and outstanding,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of
Edison, in the County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey, that the following
appropriations be made to cover the period from January 1, 2021 to December 31,
2021 inclusive:
2021
DEBT SERVICE - CURRENT FUND
Bond Principal 5,767,125.72
Bond Interest 731,758.15
Bond Anticipation Note Interest 1,242,860.47
Bond Anticipation Note Principal 2,368,484.00
Special Emergency Note Interest 45,187.95
Special Emergency Note Principal 877,200.00
NJ Environmental Infrastructure Trust 217,243.30
Tax Appeal Note Principal 2,025,000.00
Tax Appeal Note Interest 37,912.50
Total 13,312,772.09
DEBT SERVICE - SEWER UTILITY FUND
Bond Principal 278,909.82
Bond Interest 147,680.00
Bond Anticipation Note Principal 105,000.00
Bond Anticipation Note Interest 180,094.00
Total 711,683.82
DEBT SERVICE - WATER UTILITY FUND
Bond Principal 64,435.00
Bond Interest 22,280.00
Bond Anticipation Note Interest 200,556.00
Total 287,271.00
DEBT SERVICE - MUNICIPAL OPEN SPACE FUND
Bond Principal 399,530.33
Bond Interest 26,912.28
Green Trust Loan 44,306.00
Total 470,748.61
Grand Total 14,782,475.52
RESOLUTION R.699-122020
WHEREAS, Making It Possible to End Homelessness, has requested a waiver of any and all permit and/or
application fees for a HVAC units at Amandla Complex at 100 Mitch Sndyer Drive, Edison.
WHEREAS, under the building code, , Making It Possible to End Homelessness is entitled to a waiver of
fees due to the Township of Edison, except the DCA fee; and
WHEREAS, the Municipal Council of the Township of Edison feels that it would be appropriate to waive
Fifty Percent (50%) of any applicable fees;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township of Edison, that it does hereby waive Fifty
Percent (50%) of any application fees for, Making It Possible to End Homelessness except the DCA fee, due to the
Township of Edison as a result of the application being submitted by, Making It Possible to End Homelessness for
Amandla Complex at 100 Mitch Sndyer Drive, Edison.
RESOLUTION R.700-122020
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER TO W.B. MASON CO. INC. FOR THE
PURCHASE OF OFFICE FURNITURE FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF EDISON
WHEREAS, there is a need to purchase office furniture for various offices within the Township; and
WHEREAS, the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey hereinafter referred to as the “Lead
Agency” has offered voluntary participation in a cooperative pricing system for the purchase of goods and services;
and
WHEREAS, W.B. MASON CO. INC., 535 Secaucus Road, Secaucus, NJ 07094, has been awarded Contract
#ESCNJ 20/21-01 Furniture and Accessories under NJ state approved coop #65MCESCCPS; and
WHEREAS, the total amount of this contract, not to exceed $200,000.00, cannot be encumbered at this time;
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-11.10 funds for Open-End Contracts shall be committed at the time
an order is placed and shall not exceed the unit price; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the authority set forth in N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12 of the Local Public Contracts
Law, public bidding is not required when the purchase is under a state contract.
WHEREAS, no amount shall be chargeable or certified until such time as goods or services are ordered or
otherwise called for. Prior to incurring the liability by placing the order, the certification of available funds shall be
made by the Chief Financial Officer or Certifying Financial Officer. It shall be the responsibility of the official
responsible for issuing the purchase order to notify and seek the certification of availability of funds of the Chief
Financial Officer or Certifying Finance Officer, as appropriate (N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b)).
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as follows:
1. The Mayor, or her designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract/purchase order in the amount not
to exceed $200,000.00 and any other necessary documents, with W.B. MASON CO. INC., 535 Secaucus
Road, Secaucus, NJ 07094 the approved Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Cooperative
Pricing System vendor through this resolution, which shall be subject to all the conditions applicable to
the current Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Cooperative Pricing System Contract as set
forth above.
2. This contract is awarded pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11 et seq.
RESOLUTION R.701-122020
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER TO GLOBAL INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR
THE PURCHASE OF OFFICE FURNITURE FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF EDISON
WHEREAS, there is a need to purchase office furniture for various offices within the Township; and
WHEREAS, the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey hereinafter referred to as the “Lead
Agency” has offered voluntary participation in a cooperative pricing system for the purchase of goods and services;
and
WHEREAS, GLOBAL INDUSTRIES, INC., 17 West Stow Road, Marlton, NJ 08053, has been awarded
Contract #ESCNJ 20/21-01 Furniture and Accessories under NJ state approved coop #65MCESCCPS; and
WHEREAS, the total amount of this contract, not to exceed $200,000.00, cannot be encumbered at this time;
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-11.10 funds for Open-End Contracts shall be committed at the time
an order is placed and shall not exceed the unit price; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the authority set forth in N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12 of the Local Public Contracts
Law, public bidding is not required when the purchase is under a state contract.
WHEREAS, no amount shall be chargeable or certified until such time as goods or services are ordered or
otherwise called for. Prior to incurring the liability by placing the order, the certification of available funds shall be
made by the Chief Financial Officer or Certifying Financial Officer. It shall be the responsibility of the official
responsible for issuing the purchase order to notify and seek the certification of availability of funds of the Chief
Financial Officer or Certifying Finance Officer, as appropriate (N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b)).
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as follows:
1. The Mayor, or her designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract/purchase order in the amount not
to exceed $200,000.00 and any other necessary documents, with GLOBAL INDUSTRIES, INC., 17
West Stow Road, Marlton, NJ 08053 the approved Educational Services Commission of New Jersey
Cooperative Pricing System vendor through this resolution, which shall be subject to all the conditions
applicable to the current Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Cooperative Pricing System
Contract as set forth above.
2. This contract is awarded pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11 et seq.
RESOLUTION R.702-122020
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT TO NW FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC TO SERVE AS
MUNICIPAL FINANCIAL ADVISOR FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF EDISON
WHEREAS, the Township of Edison advertised on the Township website for Request for Proposals on
October 28, 2020 for RFP 20-08 Municipal Financial Advisor for a bid opening date of November 13, 2020 and four
(4) proposals were received; and
WHEREAS, after review and evaluation of said proposals, it has been recommended by the Evaluation
Committee that the contract be awarded to NW FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC, 2 Hudson Place, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, NJ
07030; and
WHEREAS, the maximum amount of this contract shall not exceed $134,000.00, and cannot be encumbered
at this time; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-11.10 funds for Open-End Contracts shall be committed at the time
an order is placed and shall not exceed the unit price; and
WHEREAS, no amount shall be chargeable or certified until such time as goods or services are ordered or
otherwise called for. Prior to incurring the liability by placing the order, the certification of available funds shall be
made by the Chief Financial Officer or Certifying Financial Officer. It shall be the responsibility of the official
responsible for issuing the purchase order to notify and seek the certification of availability of funds of the Chief
Financial Officer or Certifying Finance Officer, as appropriate (N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b)).
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein and
as submitted on the summary spreadsheet.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as follows:
1. All bids have been reviewed, and the bid submitted by NW FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC, 2 Hudson Place,
3rd Floor, Hoboken, NJ 07030, for Municipal Financial Advisor, has been determined to be in the best
interest of the Township.
2. The Mayor, or his designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract in the amount not to exceed
$134,000.00, and any other necessary documents, with NW FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC, as described
herein.
RESOLUTION R.703-122020
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER(S) TO CDW GOVERNMENT
INCORPORATED THROUGH THE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION OF NEW JERSEY
COOPERATIVE PRICING SYSTEM FOR THE PURCHASE OF VARIOUS TECHNOLOGY SUPPLIES
AND SERVICES
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11 et seq., authorizes contracting units to establish a Cooperative Pricing
System and to enter into Cooperative Pricing Agreements for its administration; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Edison is a member of the EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION OF
NEW JERSEY COOPERATIVE PRICING SYSTEM #65MCESCCPS; and
WHEREAS, CDW GOVERNMENT INCORPORATED, 2 Corporate Dr., Suite 800, Shelton, CT 06484
has been awarded Contract ESCNJ 18/19-03 (Technology Supplies & Services) through this Cooperative Pricing
System; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Edison intends to enter into a contract/purchase order(s) with CDW
GOVERNMENT INCORPORATED for the purchase of various computer equipment and supplies; and
WHEREAS, the total amount of this contract, not to exceed $35,000.00, cannot be encumbered at this time;
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-11.10 funds for Open-End Contracts shall be committed at the time
an order is placed and shall not exceed the unit price; and
WHEREAS, no amount shall be chargeable or certified until such time as goods or services are ordered or
otherwise called for. Prior to incurring the liability by placing the order, the certification of available funds shall be
made by the Chief Financial Officer or Certifying Financial Officer. It shall be the responsibility of the official
responsible for issuing the purchase order to notify and seek the certification of availability of funds of the Chief
Financial Officer or Certifying Finance Officer, as appropriate (N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b)); and
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as follows:
1. The Mayor, or his designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract/purchase order(s) and any other
necessary documents, in the amount of $35,000.00 with CDW GOVERNMENT INCORPORATED, 2
Corporate Dr., Suite 800, Shelton, CT 06484, the approved Educational Services Commission of New
Jersey Cooperative Pricing System vendor through this resolution, which shall be subject to all the
conditions applicable to the current EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION OF NEW JERSEY
Cooperative Pricing System Contract as set forth above.
2. This contract is awarded pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11 et seq.
RESOLUTION R.704-122020
Explanation: Approval and authorization by the Municipal Council of the Township of Edison of the
development and submission of a grant application to the NJT S5310 FFY2020 Bus-Related Equipment and
Facilities Program, funded by the Federal Transportation Authority (USFTA) USFTA SAFETEA-LU (80%)
and NJ Transit (20%). The intent of this program is to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with
disabilities by providing financial support to public and private transportation service providers, through
programs planned, designed and carried out to meet the special transportation needs of these populations.
WHEREAS, the Edison Department of Health and Human Services (EDHHS) Division of Senior Services
(DSS) operates an established and continuing passenger ETS (Edison Transportation Service) bus-services program
for the transportation needs of local Senior and Disabled Citizens; and
WHEREAS, grant support of up to 80% is currently available from the 2020 USFTA NJDOT Section 5310
Bus and Bus-Related Equipment and Facilities Grant Program, as funded by the US Federal Transportation Authority
(USFTA), with a requisite 20% cash match provided by NJ Transit; and
WHEREAS, EDHHS DSS desires to apply for and obtain an estimated $70,000.00 80% grant from the 2020
USFTA S5310 Bus and Bus-Related Equipment and Facilities Program, with an estimated, requisite 20% cash-match
of $14,000.00 to be provided by NJ Transit, in order to obtain the award of a new, fuel-efficient, high-mileage, lower-
emissions, ADA-certified, gasoline-powered bus from NJT to serve the increasing transportation needs of the local
Senior and Disabled Citizens of the Township of Edison; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Edison is an active participant in the County of Middlesex Coordinated Human
Services Transportation Plan (CHSTP).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Municipal Council of the Township of Edison, County of
Middlesex, State of New Jersey, does hereby authorize the Edison Department of Health and Human Services Division
of Senior Services to develop and submit said grant application to the FFY2020 USFTA S5310 Bus and Bus-Related
Equipment and Facilities Program, funded by the USFTA (80%) and NJT (20%), at a regularly-scheduled, combined
Work Session and Public Meeting on the evening of December 21, 2020.
RESOLUTION R.705-122020
EXPLANATION: Resolution Refunding Cash Performance Bond & Performance Guarantee to Lincoln
Properties Management, LLC, 1740 Route 27, Edison, NJ 08817, for 1906 Lincoln Highway, Application P6-
2016.
WHEREAS, Lincoln Properties Management, LLC, having offices at 1740 Route 27 Highway, Edison, NJ
08817, posted a Performance Surety Bond # EACX076000120 on May 25, 2018 of The Endurance Assurance
Corporation, having offices at 707 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 119809 in the amount $568,890.00, to
guarantee the installation of improvements for the project known as 1906 Lincoln Highway located in Block 1143
and Lots # 26, 27 and designated Application #P6-2016; and
WHEREAS, a Cash Performance Bond was posted on May 14, 2018, by Lincoln Property Management,
LLC, Check # 53552501-8 of TD Bank, in the amount of $63,210.00 and deposited in Account# CP180511LI.
WHEREAS a final inspection of the constructed improvements has been made, and the Township Engineer
has determined that the project has been satisfactorily completed; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF
EDISON, that the Final Acceptance of the improvements be granted, and that the Performance Surety Bond #
EACX076000120 of $ $568,890.00 be released.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Township Clerk and the Director of Finance be and is hereby
authorized to refund the sum of $63,210.00, plus accrued interest as applicable, on deposit in Account # CP180511LI
to Lincoln Properties Management, LLC, having offices at 1740 Route 27 Highway, Edison, NJ 08817.
RESOLUTION R.706-122020
EXPLANATION: Resolution Returning the Cash Performance Guarantee to M. Purvi Parikh for a single
family on 37 Murray Street, Edison, NJ 08817
Account # DE190801PU
WHEREAS, Mr. Purvi Parikh , 37 Murray Street ‘ NJ 08817;( Location of Work)
Enclosed is a Cash Performance Guarantee dated August 8,2019 check # 808 in the amount of $2,500.00 posted by
Mr. Purvi Parikh , 3 White House Way, Monroe , NJ 08831
An inspection has been revealed all improvements to be complete and in conformance to township standards:
therefore, it is now in order that final acceptance is granted and the Cash Performance Bond Guarantee presently being
held by the Township be released.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP
OF EDISON, the Director of Finance be and is hereby authorized to return the aforesaid Cash Performance
Guarantee in the amount of $ 2,500.00 to Mr. Purvi Parikh, 3 White House Way, Monroe, NJ 08831 . Account
Number # DE190801PU
RESOLUTION R.707-122020
EXPLANATION: Resolution Refunding Engineering Inspection Fees to Markim Developers, LLC, for Dylan Way
Estates, Account # EI180606MA.
WHEREAS, the Township Engineer advises that a final inspection was made on the above subject located in
Block: 497 Lots: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 15.
WHEREAS, the applicant has requested the return of the unused portion of Engineering Inspection fees, as
provided by law; and
WHEREAS, it is in now in order that the sum of $95.00, which represents the amount due and owing the
applicant, be returned to Markim Developers, LLC having offices at 910 Amboy Avenue, Edison, NJ 08837, Account
# EI180606MA.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP
OF EDISON that the sum of $95.00 plus accrued interest, if applicable, be refunded to the applicant, Markim
Developers, LLC, Account # EI180606MA.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director of Finance be and is hereby authorized to refund said sum of
$95.00 in account # EI180606MA to the applicant, Markim Developers, LLC having an address of 910 Amboy Avenue,
Edison, NJ 08837.
RESOLUTION R.708-122020
EXPLANATION: Resolution Refunding Engineering Inspection Fees to Lincoln Properties Management,
LLC, for 1906 Lincoln Highway, Edison, NJ 08817, Account # EI180511LI.
WHEREAS, the Township Engineer advises that a final inspection was made on the above subject located in
Block: 1143 Lots: 26 & 27.
WHEREAS, the applicant has requested the return of the unused portion of Engineering Inspection fees, as
provided by law; and
WHEREAS, it is in now in order that the sum of $770.00, which represents the amount due and owing the
applicant, be returned to Lincoln Properties Management, LLC, having offices at 1740 Route 27, Edison, NJ 08817,
Account # EI180511LI.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP
OF EDISON that the sum of $770.00 plus accrued interest, if applicable, be refunded to the applicant, Lincoln
Properties Management, LLC, Account # EI180511LI.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director of Finance be and is hereby authorized to refund said sum
of $770.00 in account # EI180511LI to the applicant Lincoln Properties Management, LLC, having an address of
1740 Route 27, Edison, NJ 08817.
RESOLUTION R.709-122020
EXPLANATION: This resolution provides refund of the construction permit fee, posted for a senior who
resides at 4 Dale Drive who replaced a furnace by Bill Leary HVAC, Having an office at 6 Green Street,
Metuchen, NJ 08840
WHEREAS, on August 17th, 2020, a Permit #2020-2414 was paid for in the
amount of $282.00 By Bill Leary HVAC, located at 6 Green St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
WHEREAS, the application was submitted for Furnace replacement at 4 Dale Dr., Edison, NJ 08820,
Resident is a senior and should only pay DCA charge of $27Contractor paid for permit by visa charge in the amount
of $282.00 on August 17, 2020
WHEREAS, appropriate documents have been submitted to the Township indicating that the work was
paid for and it is appropriate that the permit fee be refunded to Bill Leary in the amount of $282.00 for the total
refund fee less $27.00 DCA fee. Total amount to be refunded is $255.00. This shall be refunded to the contractor,
Bill Leary, having offices at 6 Green Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840
WHEREAS, the Township Construction Official recommends the refund of Permit fee, Permit #2020-
2414, in the amount of $255. 00 for the referenced application;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Municipal Council of the Township of Edison that the
sum not to exceed $255.00 on construction permit fees posted by Bill Leary, Having offices at 6 Green Street,
Metuchen NJ 08840
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of Finance be and is hereby authorized to refund the
said amount of $255.00 from the Refund of Revenue Fund to the Contractor Bill Leary, 6 Green Street, Metuchen
NJ 08840LLC
RESOLUTION R.710-122020
EXPLANATION: This resolution provides refund of the construction permit fee, posted for a senior who
resides at 1 Dale Drive who replaced a +6furnace by Bill Leary HVAC, Having an office at 6 Green Street,
Metuchen, NJ 08840
WHEREAS, on July 20, 2020, a Permit #2020-2020 was paid for in the amount of $257.00
By Bill Leary HVAC, located at 6 Green St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
WHEREAS, the application was submitted for Furnace replacement at 1 Dale Dr., Edison
NJ 08820, Resident is a senior and should only pay DCA charge of $2.00 Contractor paid for permit by visa charge
in the amount of $257.00 on July 20, 2020
WHEREAS, appropriate documents have been submitted to the Township indicating that the work was
paid for and it is appropriate that the permit fee be refunded to Bill Leary in the amount of $257.00 for the total
refund fee less $2.00 DCA fee. Total amount to be refunded is $255.00. This shall be refunded to the contractor,
Bill Leary, having offices at 6 Green Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840
WHEREAS, the Township Construction Official recommends the refund of Permit fee, Permit
#2020-2020, in the amount of $255. 00 for the referenced application;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Municipal Council of the Township of Edison that the
sum not to exceed $255.00 on construction permit fees posted by Bill Leary, Having offices at 6 Green Street,
Metuchen NJ 08840
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of Finance be and is hereby authorized to refund the
said amount of $255.00 from the Refund of Revenue Fund to the Contractor Bill Leary, 6 Green Street, Metuchen
NJ 08840LLC
RESOLUTION R.711-122020
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT TO REHRIG PACIFIC COMPANY
FOR THE PURCHASE OF 95 GALLON GREEN AUTOMATED/SEMI-AUTOMATED REFUSE
CONTAINERS AND ADDITIONAL LIDS, WHEELS, AND AXLES
WHEREAS, bids were received by the Township of Edison on December 11, 2020 for Public Bid No. 20-
04-25-Automated/Semi-Automated Refuse Containers; and
WHEREAS, REHRIG PACIFIC COMPANY, 1738 West 20th Street, Erie, PA 16502, submitted the lowest
legally responsible, responsive bid; and
WHEREAS, the maximum amount of the purchase shall not exceed $78,200.00 ($70,400.00 for 95 gallon
green containers, $4,800.00 for 400 extra green and blue lids with pin kits, and $3,000.00 for 250 extra wheels and
axles); and
WHEREAS, funds in the amount of $78,200.00 have been certified to be available in the Sanitation Capital
Outlay Account, Number 0-09-55-0880-000-600; and
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein and
as submitted on the summary spreadsheet.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as
follows:
1. All bids have been reviewed, and the bid submitted by REHRIG PACIFIC COMPANY, 1738 West 20th
Street, Erie, PA 16502, for Automated/Semi Automated Refuse Containers, is determined to be the
lowest legally responsible, responsive bid.
2. The Mayor, or his designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract in the amount not to exceed
$78,200.00, and any other necessary documents, with REHRIG PACIFIC COMPANY, as described
herein.
3. The Township of Edison Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to return any and all deposits and/or
bonds of the unsuccessful bidders.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
I hereby certify that funds in the amount of $78,200.00 are available for the above contract in Account No. 0-09-55-
0880-000-600.
Nicholas C. Fargo
Chief Financial Officer
RESOLUTION R.712-122020
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER TO BAYSHORE
FOR THE RECYCLING OF THE TOWNSHIP’S RECYCLABLES
WHEREAS, the Township of Edison has a need to recycle Edison’s recyclable materials for the year 2021;
and
WHEREAS, such services are exempt from public bidding pursuant to Local Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A.
40:11-5(s), and it has been decided that it is in the best interest to utilize BAYSHORE, 75 Crows Mill Road, PO BOX
290, Keasbey, NJ 08832; and
WHEREAS, the single stream tip fee will not exceed $78.00 per ton, for a total yearly not to exceed price
of $610,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Edison will also dispose of asphalt and/or concrete with Bayshore in the total
yearly amount not to exceed $40,000.00; and
WHEREAS, BAYSHORE, has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which
certifies that they have not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township
of Edison in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit BAYSHORE, from making any reportable
contributions through the term of the contract; and
WHEREAS, the total amount of the contract with BAYSHORE, 75 Crows Mill Road, PO BOX 290,
Keasbey, NJ 08832 shall not exceed $650,000.00 and cannot be encumbered at this time; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-11.10 funds for Open-End Contracts shall be committed at the time
an order is placed and shall not exceed the unit price; and
WHEREAS, no amount shall be chargeable or certified until such time as goods or services are ordered or
otherwise called for. Prior to incurring the liability by placing the order, the certification of available funds shall be
made by the Chief Financial Officer or Certifying Financial Officer. It shall be the responsibility of the official
responsible for issuing the purchase order to notify and seek the certification of availability of funds of the Chief
Financial Officer or Certifying Finance Officer, as appropriate (N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b)); and
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as follows:
3. The Mayor, or his designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract/purchase order for $650,000.00
with BAYSHORE, 75 Crows Mill Road, PO BOX 290, Keasbey, NJ 08832 for the recycling of Edison’s
recyclables as described herein.
4. This contract is awarded pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:11-5(s).
RESOLUTION R.713-122020
RESOLUTION AMENDING PUBLIC BID NO. 20-08-01 – BUS SERVICES DUE TO CLOSING
OF COMPANY
WHEREAS; R.551-102020 adopted October 14, 2020 awarded various items of Public Bid No. 20-08-01 –
Bus Services to ARISTOCRAT LIMOUSINE AND BUS COMPANY, INC., 354 Kingston Rd., Parsippany, NJ
07054; and
WHEREAS, ARISTOCRAT LIMOUSINE AND BUS COMPANY, INC. has notified the Township of
Edison that they are going out of business and will not be executing the contract; and
WHEREAS, Resolution R.550-102020 adopted on October 14, 2020 awarded various line items of Public
Bid No. 20-08-01-Bus Services to VILLANI; and
WHEREAS, VILLANI BUS CO. is the next lowest legally repsonsive responsible bid for all items that had
been awarded to ARISTOCRAT LIMOUSINE AND BUS COMPANY; and
WHEREAS, Public Bid No. 20-08-01 and this resolution shall amend the award of these items to VILLANI
BUS CO., 811 E. Linden Ave., Linden, NJ 07036 as shown on the amended spreadsheet; and
WHEREAS, all other awarded Line items of this contract shall remain the same; and
WHEREAS, the initial contract shall be for one (1) year from execution of the contract with options to renew
for two (2) one (1) year renewals at the sole discretion of the Township at the same prices, conditions, requirements
and terms of the contract, subject to and contingent upon appropriation of sufficient funds each renewal year; and
WHEREAS, the revised total amount of the first year for VILLANI and any succeeding renewal year shall
not exceed $47,000.00, and cannot be encumbered at this time; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-11.10 funds for Open-End Contracts shall be committed at the time
an order is placed and shall not exceed the unit price; and
WHEREAS, no amount shall be chargeable or certified until such time as goods or services are ordered or
otherwise called for. Prior to incurring the liability by placing the order, the certification of available funds shall be
made by the Chief Financial Officer or Certifying Financial Officer. It shall be the responsibility of the official
responsible for issuing the purchase order to notify and seek the certification of availability of funds of the Chief
Financial Officer or Certifying Finance Officer, as appropriate (N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b)); and
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein and
as submitted on the summary spreadsheet.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as follows:
1. R.550-102020 awarded to VILLANI BUS CO., 811 E. Linden Ave., Linden, NJ 07036 for Bus Services
has been revised as state herein.
2. The Mayor, or his designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract in the amount not to exceed
$47,000.00 for the first year and any succeeding renewal year contingent upon appropriation of sufficient
funds each renewal year and any other necessary documents, with VILLANI BUS CO.
RESOLUTION R.714-122020
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A REIMBURSEMENT TO
DENNIS DEVOTA FOR THE KARATE PROGRAM
WHEREAS Dennis Devota made payment in the amount of $450.00 for his children Darren Devotta,
Delaney Devotta and Derrick Devotta’s participation in the Karate Program at the Minnie B. Veal Community Center;
and
WHEREAS the program was cancelled.
NOW; THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, that the
Chief Financial Officer of the Township of Edison shall refund the amount of $450.00 to Dennis Devota, 163 Chestnut
St., Avenel, NJ 07001, which represents the balance of the year that the children will not attend the Karate Program.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
I hereby certify that funds in the amount of $450.00 are available in Account #0-01-55-0291-000-000.
RESOLUTION R.715-122020
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A REIMBURSEMENT TO
AJAY AGRAWAL FOR THE KARATE PROGRAM
WHEREAS Ajay Agrawal made payment in the amount of $120.00 for his child Shashwat Agrawal’s
participation in the Karate Program at the Minnie B. Veal Community Center; and
WHEREAS the program was cancelled.
NOW; THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, that the
Chief Financial Officer of the Township of Edison shall refund the amount of $120.00 to Ajay Agrawal, 8 Almond
Lane, Edison, NJ 08820, which represents the balance of the year that the child will not attend the Karate Program.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
I hereby certify that funds in the amount of $120.00 are available in Account #0-01-55-0291-000-000.
RESOLUTION R.716-122020
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TOWNSHIP OF EDISON TO PURCHASE ONE (1) NEW AND
UNUSED 2021 FORD EXPLORER BASE 4WD WITH OPTIONS FROM BEYER FORD THROUGH THE
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION OF NEW JERSEY (ESCNJ) COOPERATIVE PRICING
SYSTEM FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT DIVISION OF FIRE PREVENTION
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11 et seq., authorizes contracting units to establish a cooperative pricing
system and to enter into cooperative pricing agreements for its administration; and
WHEREAS, the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey hereinafter referred to as the “Lead
Agency” has offered voluntary participation in a cooperative pricing system for the purchase of goods and services;
and
WHEREAS, the Township of Edison, Fire Department Division of Fire Prevention is in need of one (1)
new and unused 2021 Ford Explorer Base 4WD with options; and
WHEREAS, BEYER FORD, 170 Ridgedale Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960 has been awarded Contract #
ESCNJ 20/21-09 Cars, Crossovers, Class 1-2 Pickup Trucks/Chassis, Sport Utility Vehicles and Vans under NJ state
approved coop #65MCESCCPS; and
WHEREAS, the total amount of this contract shall not exceed $29,404.27; and
WHEREAS, funds in the amount of $29,404.27 have been certified to be available in the Fire Prevention
New Vehicles Account, Number 0-01-25-0265-002-024; and
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as follows:
1. The Mayor, or his designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract/purchase order in the amount not
to exceed $29,404.27, and any other necessary documents, with BEYER FORD, the approved
Educational Services Commission of New Jersey vendor through this resolution, which shall be subject
to all the conditions applicable to the current Educational Services Commission of New Jersey
cooperative pricing system contract as set forth above.
2. This contract is awarded pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11 et seq.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
I hereby certify that funds in the amount of $29,404.27 are available for the above in Account No. 0-01-25-0265-002-
024.
RESOLUTION R.717-122020
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TOWNSHIP OF EDISON TO PURCHASE ONE (1) 2021 FORD
F250 4WD PICKUP WITH OPTIONS FROM UNITED FORD, LLC THROUGH THE EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES COMMISSION OF NEW JERSEY (ESCNJ) COOPERATIVE PRICING SYSTEM FOR THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11 et seq., authorizes contracting units to establish a cooperative pricing
system and to enter into cooperative pricing agreements for its administration; and
WHEREAS, the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey hereinafter referred to as the “Lead
Agency” has offered voluntary participation in a cooperative pricing system for the purchase of goods and services;
and
WHEREAS, UNITED FORD, LLC, 330 County Avenue, Secaucus, NJ 07096 has been awarded ESCNJ
20/21-09 Cars, Crossovers, Pickup Trucks, SUV’s and Vans under NJ State approved coop #65MCESCCPS; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Edison intends to enter into a contract/purchase order with UNITED FORD,
LLC, for the purchase of one (1) 2021 Ford F250 4WD Pickup with options at a total price of $34,855.89; and
WHEREAS, the total amount of this contract shall not exceed $34,855.89; and
WHEREAS, funds in the amount of $34,855.89 have been certified to be available in the Police Department
Purchase of Vehicles account, number 0-01-25-0240-000-051; and
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as follows:
1. The Mayor, or his designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract/purchase order in the amount not
to exceed $34,855.89, and any other necessary documents, with UNITED FORD, LLC, 330 County
Avenue, Secaucus, NJ 07096, the approved Educational Services Commission of New Jersey vendor
through this resolution, which shall be subject to all the conditions applicable to the current Educational
Services Commission of New Jersey cooperative pricing system contract as set forth above.
2. This contract is awarded pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11 et seq.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
I hereby certify that funds in the amount of $34,855.89 are available for the above in Account No. 0-01-25-0240-000-
051.
Nicholas C. Fargo
Chief Financial Officer
RESOLUTION R.718-122020
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TOWNSHIP OF EDISON TO PURCHASE ONE (1) 2021 FORD
POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY WITH OPTIONS FROM CHAS S WINNER INC. FOR THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, there is a need for Edison Township Police Department to purchase one (1) 2021 Ford Police
Interceptor Utility with options; and
WHEREAS, CHAS S WINNER INC., 250 Haddonfield-Berlin Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 has been
awarded NJ State Contract/Blanket Number 20-FLEET-01189 under T2776 Police Pursuit and Special Service
Vehicles: Gasoline, Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the authority set forth in N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12 of the Local Public Contracts
Law, public bidding is not required when the purchase is under a state contract; and
WHEREAS, the total amount of this contract shall not exceed $31,750.60; and
WHEREAS, funds in the amount of $31,750.60 have been certified to be available in the Police Department
Purchase of Vehicles account, number 0-01-25-0240-000-051; and
WHEREAS, the Township Council accepts Edison Township’s recommendations as described herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Edison, as follows:
1. The Mayor, or his designee, is hereby authorized to execute a contract/purchase order(s) in the amount
not to exceed $31,750.60, and any other necessary documents, with CHAS S WINNER INC., 250
Haddonfield-Berlin Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034, as described herein.
2. This contract is authorized pursuant to the authority set forth in N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12 of the Local Public
Contracts Law, and State Contract/Blanket Number 20-FLEET-01189 under T2776.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
I hereby certify that funds in the amount of $31,750.60 are available for the above in Account No. 0-01-25-0240-000-
051.
Nicholas C. Fargo
Chief Financial Officer
RESOLUTION R.719-122020
Federal Highway Safety Fund 2021
(S.T.E.P. GRANT)
Grant Acceptance
WHEREAS, the Division of Police has been approved for $33,000.00 to provide additional manpower
hours for speed enforcement as well as to combat distracted driving; and
WHEREAS, an enforcement crackdown is planned to reduce violations related to not wearing seatbelts
and distracted driver’s to reduce the number of crashes and potential fatalities related to these offenses; and
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey, Division of Highway Traffic Safety, has asked law enforcement
agencies throughout the State to participate in the grant; and
WHEREAS; the project will involve increased enforcement from October 1, 2020 through September 30,
2021; and
WHEREAS; an increase in enforcement will reduces accidents and save lives on our roadways;
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Edison Township Council and the Division of Police declares its
support for the grant acceptance and participation in the Federal Highway Safety Fund Grant Program (S.T.E.P
Grant) 2021.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Administrator be and is hereby authorized to sign the
aforesaid grant for and on behalf of the Township of Edison.
RESOLUTION R. 720-122020
TO CANCEL WATER FUND BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS
WHEREAS, there exists a $918,746.00 unencumbered balance in CY 2020 Water Utility Operating Fund
budget, $301,846.00 for Salary and Wages and $616,900.00 for “Other Expenses” that is no longer required for its
original purpose; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to formally cancel said balances so that the unexpended balances may be
transferred into the Water Utility Operating fund, Fund Balance account.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of Edison, New Jersey, that the
$301,846.00 for “Salaries and Wages” and $616,900.00 for “Other Expenses” is hereby canceled effective 12/21/20
and be transferred into the Water Utility Operating fund, Fund Balance account.
RESOLUTION R.721-122020
EXPLANATION: A Resolution authorizing and approving the Person-to-Person transfer of the Plenary Retail
Distribution License held by Y S S & D, Inc. t/a Edison Discount Wine & Spirits located at 144-146 Talmadge Road
to Samp Spirits, Inc.
WHEREAS, an application has been filed with the Township of Edison (“Township”) for a Person-to-Person
transfer of the Plenary Retail Distribution Liquor License No. 1205-44-061-002 (“License”), issued to Y S S & D,
Inc. (“Seller”) to Samp Spirits (“Applicant”)
WHEREAS, the Applicant’s submitted application form is complete in all respects, the transfer fees have
been paid and the License has been properly renewed for the current license term; and
WHEREAS, the applicant is qualified to be licensed according to all standards established by Title 13 of the
New Jersey Statutes, regulations promulgated thereunder, as well as pertinent local ordinances and conditions
consistent with Title 33; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has disclosed and the issuing authority reviewed the source of all funds used in
the purchase of the License and the licensed business and all additional financing obtained in connection with the
licensed business; and
WHEREAS, public notice of this transfer has been published in the Home News Tribune, a New Jersey
publication, in accordance with law; and
WHEREAS, no legally valid objections have been received nor made as to why this transfer should not be
granted to the Applicant.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP
OF EDISON, NEW JERSEY AS FOLLOWS:
1. The aforementioned recitals are incorporated herein as though fully set forth at length.
2. The Municipal Council hereby approves the Person-to-Person transfer of the License to the
Applicant.
3. The Township Clerk is hereby directed to endorse the Applicant’s current license certificate as
follows: “This license, subject to all of its terms and conditions, is hereby transferred to
4. This Resolution shall take effect December 23, 2020.
(New License No. 1205-44-061-003)