Minutes – February 16, 2017
DEAL LAKE COMMISSION
MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 16, 2017
The Regular Meeting of the Deal Lake Commission was held in the Borough of
Interlaken Municipal Building, 100 Grassmere Avenue, and called to order at
7:00 PM by the Commission Chairman Don Brockel. After the salute to the
Flag, the Commission Clerk announced that the notice requirements of the
Open Public Meetings Act (C.231, P.L. 1975) were met by transmitting the
notice to the Commission’s official newspaper on February 9, 2017, posting
where required and filing a copy of the notice with the Commission Clerk.
ROLL CALL
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Allenhurst |
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Asbury Park |
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Deal |
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Interlaken |
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Loch Arbour |
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Neptune |
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Ocean |
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RESOLUTION #1 – Resolution to Approve the Minutes of the
Re-Organization Meeting,
January 19, 2017
UPON MOTION
of Interlaken, seconded by Ocean, carried that the following Resolution be
adopted:
BE IT RESOLVED
that the Minutes of the Re-Organization Meeting of the Deal Lake Commission
held on January 19, 2017 be and the same are hereby approved.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Asbury Park, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Allenhurst, Deal, Neptune
RESOLUTION # 2 – Resolution to Approve Treasurer’s Report and Authorize
Payment of Bills
UPON MOTION
of Ocean, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Treasurer’s
Report for February 16, 2017 be approved and the bills listed authorized
for payment.
BALANCE ON HAND – PREVIOUS MONTH
TD Bank, NA…………………………………………………………….$117,750.82
NJ Cash Management Fund…………………………………………………40,080.61
TOTAL ON DEPOSIT……………………………………………………….…$157,831.43
RECEIPTS
Interest – TD Bank………………………………………………………………..0.00
Interest – Cash Management Fund (January)……………………………………18.86
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TOTAL RECEIPTS………………………………………………………………………18.86
DISBURSEMENTS
Lorraine Carafa (February).………………………………………………………216.67
Jessie Joseph (February; reimbursement $18.80)………………………………..427.13
Princeton Hydro, LLC (Invoice #30655- $563.75)………………………………563.75
2016
Princeton Hydro, LLC (Invoice #30522 – $1,136.00)………………………….1,136.00
TOTAL DISBURSEMEMNTS……………………………………………………….2,343.55
BALANCES AFTER JANUARY DISBURSEMENTS
TD Bank, NA……………………………………………………………….115,407.27
NJ Cash Management Fund…………………………………………………..40,099.47
TOTAL ON DEPOSIT……………………………………………………………$155,506.74
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Asbury Park, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Allenhurst, Deal, Neptune
OLD BUSINESS
1. Beach Replenishment/Flume Electrification Update – Mr. Brockel reported
on the meeting he had with Ocean Township. Ocean suggested lending the DLC
the funds needed for the project and the DLC would bid out the contract as
they have done in the past with 319(h) grant funds. The DLC would than
reimburse Ocean Township when the ACoE reimburses the DLC. He is waiting to
hear back from the State and hopes to have a draft agreement between the
DLC and Ocean Township for the next meeting.
2. County Shared Services Agreements – The Commission Clerk reported that
both the Shared Services and Commodity Resale Agreements have been signed
and returned by Monmouth County.
3. Bridges: Sunset Avenue Bridge and Interlaken to Loch Arbour Bridge – Mr.
Brockel said there is nothing to report on the Sunset Avenue Bridge. With
regards to the Interlaken to Loch Arbour Bridge, Mr. Avakian said the
County is still waiting for the revised plans for the permanent sewer main
from the Contractor. He also said the utility relocation was being
discussed between TOSA, the County and the Contractor. He hopes to have an
update for the next meeting.
4. 319(h) Grant – Dr. Souza said there is no word yet on the award. He
reported that they will be making an announcement soon for the next years
grant and the amounts awarded will be going up. He went on to say there is
a new EPA Grant to be announced this year. He will research and let us know
when it’s available and if it is something that could work for the lake.
5. Organic Material Removal: Fireman’s and Lollipop Ponds – Mr. Brockel
reported on the site meeting he had with Andrew Brannen, Township Manager
of Ocean Township, Greg Blash, Ocean Township Engineer and a contractor
(Aqualete) regarding remediation prior to the disposal of the organic
material
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removed from the lake that is to be placed at the golf course. The price
quoted was excessive. Mr. Brockel will have more details and other options
to report at the next meeting.
6. MTD Clean-Outs: Comstock – Mr. Brockel reported that Asbury Park said it
was done in August or September of 2016 and will be done again in the
Spring by their Public Works Department.
7. Railroad Letter – Mr. Avakian just received a new contact person, Thomas
Clark who is the Government & Community relations spokesman for NJ
Transit. He will be sending him a letter.
8. Water Testing: John Tiedmann, Monmouth University – Dr. Tiednmann was
not at the meeting, but he did say they have enrolled new students in the
program and they plan to begin sampling again the first week of March. Mr.
Brockel said student(s) from the MAST program will also be working with
Monmouth University on this project.
9. Deal Lake Master Plan – Mr. Brockel said the Plan is being re-formatted
and should be ready for review soon.
10. Watershed Ambassador – Alexis Bowman, was unable to attend the meeting,
but she did send an e-mail saying she will be sending a couple of flyers to
use for the clean-up.
11.
RESOLUTION #3 – Authorizing a One Year Service Agreement between the
Deal Lake
Commission and Report It
UPON MOTION
of Interlaken, seconded by Ocean, carried that the flowing Resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS,
the Deal Lake Commission wishes to engage the services of a firm that can
provide third party anonymous and confidential reporting services when
issues arise on Deal Lake.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED
that the firm of Report It is hereby authorized to provide third party
anonymous and confidential reporting services for the receipt and retention
of anonymous submissions both on-line and mobile devices for a one-year
period in an amount not to exceed $650.00.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Asbury Park, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Allenhurst, Deal, Neptune
12. Fishing/Stocking of Lake – Mr. Brockel reported that the DEP did
approve our water lowering permit with modifications.
13. Website – Jason Taetsch our webmaster is having issues with our
website. He has been in touch with our website host M Studio.
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NEW BUSINESS
1. 2015 Audit Report – The Commissioners are going to review the 2015 Audit
and vote on it at the next meeting.
2. Facebook – Mr. Brockel said that our Facebook page is up and running
thanks to the Asbury Park Commissioners.
3. Lake Depth Study – Mr. Brockel said we would like to do depth studies of
the lake and will see if the MAST students would like to work with the
Monmouth University students in taking on the project.
Mr. Avakian suggested trying to re-create the old maps and bring them up to
date. He will have something for the next meeting.
4. Bow Carp Fishing – Mr. Brockel discussed night time carp bow fishing on
the lake. It is Fish & Game approved.
5.
RESOLUTION #4 – Authorizing the Deal Lake Commission Chairman to
purchase supplies for
the 2017 Carp Contest
UPON MOTION
of Interlaken, seconded by Asbury Park, carried that the Commission agrees
to sponsor awards for the Asbury Park Fishing Club’s 2017 Carp contest in
an amount not to exceed $400.00
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Asbury Park, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Allenhurst, Deal, Neptune
6.
RESOLUTION #5 – Authorize the Commission Clerk to advertise the 2017
Spring Clean-Up
and Carp Contest
UPON MOTION
Interlaken, seconded by Ocean, carried that the following Resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS,
the Deal Lake Commission sponsors an annual Spring Clean-Up to remove
accumulated debris and trash from the Watershed.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED
that the 2017 Spring Clean-Up be scheduled for April 1, 2017 from 9:00 AM
to Noon and the Commission Clerk is hereby directed to advertise same in an
amount not to exceed $700.00.
RECORED VOTE:
Ayes: Asbury Park, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nayes: None
Absent: Allenhurst, Deal, Neptune
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7.
RESOLUTION #6 – Authorize the Chairman to purchase supplies and
equipment for the 2017
Spring Clean-Up
UPON MOTION
of Interlaken, seconded by Loch Arbour, carried that the following
Resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS,
the Deal Lake Commission sponsors an annual Spring Clean-Up to remove trash
and debris from the Watershed.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED
, that the Commission Chairman is hereby authorized to purchase supplies
and equipment for the 2017 Spring Clean-Up in an amount not to exceed
$500.00.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Asbury Park, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Allenhurst, Deal, Neptune
PUBLIC HEARING
UPON MOTION
of Ocean, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the meeting be opened to the
public for comments.
Joe Bove, Wanamassa, had some questions comments and
concerns regarding the depth of the lake. He also said he had asked Ocean
Township to consider adding Deal Lake to its park system.
Mr. Bove asked if there was anything to report on North Beach.
Mr. Brockel said there is nothing to report at this time.
Mr. Nissim proposed placing markers at different areas in the lake to get a
better reading of the depth of the lake.
Mr. Avakian said they could be placed by the flume, Sunset bridge,
Allenhurst bridge, etc.
There being no further comments, and UPON MOTION of Ocean, seconded by
Interlaken, carried that the public hearing be closed. There being no
further business and UPON MOTION of Interlaken, seconded by Ocean, carried
that the meeting be adjourned at 8:25 PM.
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Jessie M. Joseph, RMC
Commission Clerk