Next Council Agenda

Information on the 13 July Council meeting was sent at 6:10 pm Friday, 10 July. Items for discussion / adoption at the meeting that are available are posted below the agenda, in order of Ordinances (bordered in green), Resolutions (bordered in dark red), Uncategorized items (bordered in pink) and prior meeting minutes (bordered in orange). Attachments are included with the items when available.

NOTICE

A REGULAR MEETING OF BOROUGH COUNCIL WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF BOROUGH HALL ON MONDAY JULY 13 AT 7:30 PM.

___________________________

DENISE L. BROUSE

BOROUGH CLERK

AGENDA:

1. CALL TO ORDER - PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT

2. PLEDGE – SILENT PRAYER

3. ROLL CALL

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4. PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCE – Salary & Compensation 2009

5. PUBLIC HEARING

PUBLIC

ENGINEER’S REPORT

6. CORRESPONDENCE

7. COUNCIL REPORTS

8. CLERK’S REPORT

9. OLD BUSINESS Ordinance adoption

ORDINANCE – Salary & Compensation 2009

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NEW BUSINESS

Introduce the following Ordinance to be considered for adoption at the August 10 council meeting.

ORDINANCE – Antenna Ordinance

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ORDINANCE – Canceling and re-appropriation of funds for Municipal improvements

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Resolutions to be read and approved by consent agenda.

RESOLUTION 09–93 Patrick Brennan appointment to Water Commission Board

RESOLUTION 09-94 Accepting Audit Report

RESOLUTION 09–95 Approval for Merchantville to become a DVRPC classic town

RESOLUTION 09–96 Tax non-Collectibles

RESOLUTION 09–97 Approval to submit application for Locust Street roadway improvements

RESOLUTION 09-98 Changing police petty cash fund custodian

RESOLUTION 09-99 Changing administrative office health and petty cash fund custodian

Approval of the following resolutions individually

RESOLUTION 09–100 Borough Hall flooring

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RESOLUTION 09-101 Awarding contract for Morris and Prospect roadway projects

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PROCLAMATION – Supporting over the limit under arrest 2009 statewide crackdown

DISCUSSION – Crime free multi-housing program

DISCUSSION – Referendum to permit raffle licenses in the Borough

APPROVAL –Use of Parking lot for additional Farmer’s market

APPROVAL – Use of Wellwood Park for Flea Market

FINANCIAL REPORTS

10. PAYMENT OF BILLS

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11. ANNOUNCEMENTS

12. PRIVATE SESSION

13. ADJOURNMENT Time __________ 1^st ______2^nd_______

AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

09-11 revised

ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MERCHANTVILLE, COUNTY OF CAMDEN AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY AMENDING CHAPTER 94, ZONING, IN THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF MERCHANTVILLE

BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Merchantville, County of Camden, and State of New Jersey, that Chapter 94, Zoning, in the Code of the Borough of Merchantville is hereby amended as follows:

ARTICLE I. ARTICLE III. SECTION 94-9 Antennae.

A. Purpose. This section is intended to provide regulations, standards and procedures for the use, dimensions and placement of antennas within the Borough of Merchantville. The purpose of this provision is to promote the public health, safety, welfare, aesthetics and maintenance of a desirable visual environment as that term is used in N.J.S.A. 40:55D-2(i). The right of a private property owner to use an antenna is recognized subject to the terms and conditions of this section. The regulations imposed by this section are intended to permit such use in harmony with the intent and purpose of the Borough’s Zoning Code and Master Plan and the FCC objective to promote interstate satellite recovered communications.

B. Use. Antenna, including structural supports, shall be permitted as an accessory use provided that the Antenna conforms to the requirements of this section. An Antenna is permitted as an accessory use only on a lot that contains a principal structure.

C. Definitions. For the purposes of this section the term “Antenna” shall mean any and all satellite dish antennae along with any antenna designed for the reception of television and/or radio signals. Such definition expressly excepts antennae utilized in conjunction with the reception and/or transmission of cellular telephonic signals.

D. Permits and Approvals.

1. A building permit shall be required for the installation of any Antenna having a diameter greater than thirty-nine and thirty seven one hundredths inches (39.37”) or which does not comply with the requirements of this section.

2. Submission Procedures. For any Antenna which requires a building permit pursuant to Section D(1), a property owner shall submit an application and a plan to the Construction Official. The application and plan shall include the following information:

a. The location of the proposed Antenna;

b. Engineering drawings of the proposed Antenna demonstrating its method of support and its foundations;

c. The method of installation;

d. The materials to be used;

e. The height and diameter of the Antenna and related structures;

f. The location of all existing buildings and structures and all accessory buildings or structures on the lot, if any;

g. All existing and proposed plantings and/or fencing intended to provide screening;

h. The lot and block number(s) of the lot(s) from the Borough of Tax Map, and the length and bearings of the lot lines of the property in question;

i. Any and all information deemed necessary by the zoning/construction official to meet any other requirements of this Ordinance not listed above.

E. Design Standards Antennas, as accessory uses, shall be permitted as follows:

1. Antennas having a diameter not more than thirty-nine and thirty seven one hundredths inches (39.37”)(“Small Antenna”):

a. May be located in any zoning district;

b. Must be installed in a location where such Small Antenna shall not be visible from the right of way provided such location does not prevent the reception of an acceptable quality signal or impose unreasonable expense or delay.

c. May be roof-mounted, building-mounted or ground-mounted;

d. If roof-mounted or building-mounted, the Antenna may not project more than three (3) feet above peak of a roof in the case of a peaked roof or more than three (3) feet above the flat roof line in the case of a flat roof;

e. If roof-mounted on a peaked roof or if building-mounted, the Antenna shall be mounted on a roof or wall surface which faces a rear or side yard and if roof mounted on a flat roof, the satellite dish antenna shall be mounted on the center of the roof structure;

f. If roof-mounted, building-mounted or ground mounted, the Antenna shall not be visible from the public right-of-way;

g. If ground-mounted, may be placed on a pole, and;

h. If ground-mounted, must be set back from rear and side property lines at least: (i) six (6) feet, or (ii) the height from the ground to the highest point of the Antenna, whichever distance is greater.

2. Antennas having a dish diameter greater than thirty-nine and thirty seven one hundredths inches (39.37”), but not more than two (2) meters or seventy eight and seventy four one hundredths inches (78.74”) (“Large Dishes”):

a. May be located in any zoning district in which commercial or industrial uses are permitted;

b. Must be ground-mounted only and located in the rear or side yard;

c. May not be visible from the public right-of-way;

d. May not be located in any required buffer area;

e. Must be set back from rear and side property lines at least (i) six (6) feet or (ii) the height from the ground to the highest point of the Antenna whichever distance is greater;

f. May not be pole-mounted; and

g. In the case of a satellite dish antenna, must be erected so that the bottom of the Antenna is no more than thirteen (13) inches above the ground.

3. Antennas utilized for the non-commercial transmission and reception of radio signals shall be permitted as an accessory structure provided any structure erected to accommodate such antenna shall be the minimum height necessary to enable the successful transmission and/or reception of radio signals but in no event shall such structure exceed the height of the principal structure to which such use is accessory.

4. For purposes of applying Sections E(1)(g), E(2)(d) and E(2)(f) “ground” shall exclude any berms, hills, mounds or like conditions that are located in such area.

5. In the event of an assertion that any limitation contained herein results in the prevention of the reception of an acceptable quality signal or imposes unreasonable expense or delay on the Applicant, it shall be the Applicant’s burden of proof to establish such assertion to the satisfaction of the Board.

6. Prohibited Diameter. Any Antenna having a dish diameter greater than two (2) meters or seventy eight and seventy four one hundredths inches (78.74”) inches is prohibited.

7. Exception to Design Standards. The design standards shall not apply to any public law enforcement apparatus, public safety apparatus or installations mounted within a fully enclosed principal building.

8. Screening. To the extent feasible given the locational requirements of receiving antennas, any ground-mounted Antenna shall be screened so that it is not visible from an adjacent residential property at ground level. Screening may be by use of opaque fencing, or shrubbery, or both.

9. Foundations. Any ground-mounted Antenna shall be erected on a secure ground-mounted foundation.

10. Construction. All Antennas shall be constructed to withstand wind velocities of at least one hundred (100) M.P.H. and are subject to any additional construction requirements imposed under the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code.

11. Reception. Antennas shall be placed in such a manner so that they do not interfere with the reception of neighboring properties.

12. Any connection, whether electrical or otherwise, from an Antenna to the principal building or structure shall be by underground cable.

13. Any Antenna shall be used only by the occupants or residents of the principal building or structure on the subject premises. No connection shall be permitted, whether electrical or otherwise, to adjacent properties.

F. Number. In the case of satellite dish antennas the following shall apply:

1. Residential Districts. There may be one (1) Small Dish for each dwelling unit on a lot. In addition to the permitted Small Dishes, there may be no more than one (1) Large Dish for each building on a residential lot.

2. Business Districts. There may be one (1) Small Dish for each business use on a lot. In addition to the permitted Small Dishes, there may be no more than one (1) Large Dish for each building on a lot.

g. Fees. The fee for an application to erect a satellite dish antenna shall be as set forth in the Section 94-108 (C)(9) of this Chapter.

ARTICLE II. ARTICLE XVII. SECTION 94-108 Fees.

C. Fees enumerated.

9. Satellite Dish Antenna. No satellite earth station antenna, inclusive of its mount, shall be built, erected or modified unless a construction permit is issued by the Construction Official. Any person (which shall include corporations, partnerships, associations or any other legal entity) applying for such a permit shall furnish to the Construction Official such plans, drawings and specifications as he or she may reasonably require as to the satellite earth station antenna to be constructed, erected or modified and shall pay a fee equal and equivalent to the sum of $6 per $1,000 of the value of the cost of said construction and installation of said satellite antenna commonly known as a "satellite dish." In no case shall the fee be less than Fifty ($50.00) Dollars for a satellite dish antenna to be erected pursuant to Section 94-9.

ARTICLE III.

All Ordinances contrary to the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent that they are inconsistent herewith.

ARTICLE IV.

This Ordinance shall take effect upon passage and publication according to law.

THE BOROUGH OF MERCHANTVILLE

BY:

FRANK M. NORTH, MAYOR

ATTEST:

DENISE BROUSE, BOROUGH CLERK

The foregoing ordinance was introduced by Mayor and Council at its regular meeting held on July 13, 2009. This Ordinance will be considered for adoption on final reading and public hearing to be held on August 10, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, One West Maple Avenue, Merchantville, New Jersey.

The purpose of this Ordinance is to make certain revisions to the Zoning Ordinance as it pertains to antennae in the Borough of Merchantville. A copy of this Ordinance is available at no charge to the general public between the hours of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday (Legal Holidays excluded), at the Office of the Borough Clerk, Merchantville Borough Hall, One West Maple Avenue, Merchantville, New Jersey.

09-14

AN ORDINANCE FOR THE BOROUGH OF MERCHANTVILLE IN THE COUNTY OF CAMDEN AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY ENTITLED

“SALARIES & COMPENSATION”

BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Merchantville as follows:

SECTION 1. The maximum annual salaries of the employees of the Borough of Merchantville are hereby established, in accordance with the following schedule for services performed during the year 2009 as of January 1, 2009.

POSITION SALARY

Mayor 1,401.00

Member of Council 982.00

Borough Clerk/Registrar 46,000.00

Borough Tax Collector/Utility Clerk 44,100.00

Tax Search Clerk 500.00

Accounts Payable Clerk (Per Hour) 13.00

Tax Assessor 8,709.00

Solicitor 25,625.00

Neighborhood Preservation Program Director 4,000.00

Coordinator – Neighborhood Preservation Program (Per Hour) 15.45

Planning/Zoning Officer 12,360.00

Code Enforcement Official 12,360.00

Police Chief 96,762.80

Police Secretary 33,282.00

Community Relations Officer 37,407.00

School Traffic Guard (Per Day) 20.00

Meter Attendant (Per Hour) 7.21

Paid Fireman 39,871.00

Fire Official ($1,800 flat rate plus Pd per Inspection by pay scale) 5,700.00

Fire Inspector (Paid per Inspection per pay scale) 3,800.00

Clerk Typist (Per Hour) 10.00

Prosecutor 10,500.00

Public Defender 10,000.00

Public Works Superintendent 56,959.00

Clean Communities Worker (Per Hour) 7.50

Community Center Custodian (Per Month) 25.00

Meeting Cleanup (Per Meeting) 60.00

Parks and Playgrounds Counselor (Per Hour) Start at $5.50 and add

$0.25 for each year of service

Magistrate 17,000.00

Municipal Court Administrator 39,634.00

Deputy Court Administrator (Per Hour) 16.70

Violations Clerk (Per Hour) 9.90

Wastewater Collection Operator 3,000.00

Section 2. Longevity shall be added to the above salaries in accordance with the following schedule:

LONGEVITY SCHEDULE FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES HIRED PRIOR TO

JANUARY 1, 1994:

After 5 years through 10 years 2%

After 10 years through 15 years 3%

After 15 years through 20 years 4%

After 20 years through 24 years 5%

After 24 years 6%

Retiring employees will be paid longevity on a prorated basis.

SECTION 3. All ordinances and parts of ordinances inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed as to such inconsistencies only.

SECTION 4. This ordinance shall become effective twenty (20) days after publication thereof following final passage, and all salaries and compensation shall be retroactive to January 1, 2009.

APPROVED:

ATTEST:

FRANK M. NORTH

DENISE L. BROUSE MAYOR

BOROUGH CLERK

RESOLUTION 09-94

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40a:5-4 requires the governing body of every local unit to have made an annual audit of its books, accounts and financial transactions; and

WHEREAS, the Annual Report of Audit for the year ending December 31, 2008 h as been filed by a Registered Municipal Accountant with the Borough Clerk pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:5-6, and a copy has been received by each member of the governing body; and

WHEREAS, R.S. 52:27BB-34 authorizes the Local Finance Board of the State of New Jersey to prescribe reports pertaining to the local fiscal affairs; and

WHEREAS, the Local Finance Board has promulgated N.J.A.C. 5:30-6.5, a regulation requiring that the governing body of each municipality shall by resolution, certify to the Local Finance Board of the State of New Jersey that all members of the governing body have reviewed, as a minimum, the sections of the annual audit entitled “Findings and Recommendations”; and

WHEREAS, the members of the governing body have personally reviewed as a minimum the Annual Report of Audit, and specifically the sections of the Annual Audit entitled “Findings and Questioned Costs” or “Findings and Recommendations”, as evidenced by the group affidavit form of the governing body attached hereto; and

WHEREAS, such resolution of certification shall be adopted by the governing body no later than forty-five days after the receipt of the annual audit, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-6.5; and

WHEREAS, all members of the governing body have received and have familiarized themselves with, at least, the minimum requirements of the Local Finance Board of the State of New Jersey, as stated aforesaid and have subscribed to the affidavit, as provided by the Local Finance Board; and

WHEREAS, failure to comply with the regulations of the Local Finance Board of the State of New Jersey may subject the members of the governing body to the penalty provisions of R.S. 52:27BB-52- to wit:

R.S. 52:28BB-52- A local officer or member of a local governing body who, after a date fixed for compliance, fails or refuses to obey an order of the director (Director of Local Government Services), under the provisions of this Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, may be fined not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) or imprisoned for not more than one year, or both, in addition shall forfeit his/her office.”

NOW, THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Borough Council of the Borough of Merchantville, hereby states that it has complied with N.J.A.C. 5:30-6.5 and does hereby submit a certified copy of this resolution and the required affidavit to said Board to show evidence of said compliance.

THE BOROUGH OF MERCHANTVILLE

BY:

FRANK M. NORTH, MAYOR

ATTEST:

_____________________________________

DENISE BROUSE, BOROUGH CLERK

July 13, 2009

I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE COPY OF THE RESOLUTION PASSED AT THE MEETING HELD ON JULY 13, 2009.

_________________________

DENISE BROUSE, CLERK

R09-95

RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MERCHANTVILLE, COUNTY OF CAMDEN AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO ALLOW MERCHANTVILLE TO BECOME A Model Classic Town

WHEREAS, the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) has created a regional community marketing and assistance program known as the Classic Towns Program; and

WHEREAS, the Classic Towns Program works toward determining communities’ marketing and community development needs, promoting social, economic, institutional, and aesthetic amenities, defining the target markets for residential and commercial investment; creating a marketing strategy that promotes a positive image of the region’s classic communities; and encouraging municipal participation; and

WHEREAS, DVRPC may designate a Classic Town after the community has achieved the Classic Town criteria established by DVRPC; and

WHEREAS, the Classic Town criteria include: (1) a medium-high or high transit score; (2) population loss between 1990-2000; (2) forecasted to lose population between 2005 and 2035; (3) a designated Main Street; (4) Philadelphia core city or regional center; and

WHEREAS, once a municipality has been identified as a Classic Town, DVRPC will provide that municipality with (1) access to the regional campaign website; (2) Marketing Design toolkits; (3) participation in workshops; (4) DVRPC staff assistance; (5) access to special information meetings, educational programs, and research information; and

WHEREAS, the governing body of the Borough of Merchantville desires to apply to become a Classic Town of the Philadelphia region.

NOW THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED by the governing body of the Borough of Merchantville in the county of Camden, State of New Jersey, that the Borough of Merchantville requests to be considered for the Classic Town program; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the governing body of the Borough of Merchantville is committed to marketing and is willing to promote our community’s social, economic, institutional, and aesthetic amenities; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the governing body of the Borough of Merchantville hereby commits to the implementation of the marketing campaign and the vision presented by the DVRPC; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the governing body of the Borough of Merchantville has identified Denise Brouse who is knowledgeable in planning, development, and the community, to be the primary contact person to DVRPC throughout the duration of the two-year commitment; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if designated as a Classic Town, the governing body of the Borough of Merchantville will commit to meeting with and submitting quarterly reports to the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if designated, the governing body of the Borough of Merchantville will strive to (1) retain and attract new downtown businesses; (2) build new relationships with local media outlets; (3) improve connectivity to transit; (4) preserve historic and architectural integrity of the community; (5) offer a diversity of housing choices; (6) provide opportunities for community members to participate and attract new visitors.

BE IT FUTURE RESOLVED that in the event that DVRPC determines that a designated Classic Town no longer complies with the program requirements and criteria, the Classic Town may suspend or withhold program benefits.

APPROVED:

ATTEST:

Frank M. North

MAYOR

Denise L. Brouse

BOROUGH CLERK

July 13, 2009

R09-96

RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MERCHANTVILLE COUNTY OF

CAMDEN RELEASING MERCHANTVILLE TAX COLLECTOR FROM

COLLECTING CERTAIN TAXES PER N.J.S.A. 54:5-91.2

WHEREAS, the Merchantville Borough Tax Collector , pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:4-91.1, had filed with the Borough of Merchantville Council a list of delinquent real estate taxes which said collector believes are not collectable, which list is attached hereto: and

WHEREAS, the Borough of Merchantville Council, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:4-91.2, has examined said list and is satisfied that all of the taxes so listed are not collectable, and it has therefore adopted this Resolution:

NOW THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED by the Borough of Merchantville Council , in the County of Camden and State of New Jersey, as follows:

RESOLVED, that pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:4-91.2, the taxes reflected on this list of the Merchantville Borough Tax Collector attached hereto and made a part hereof be and the same are hereby ordered cancelled and the Merchantville Borough Tax Collector is released from the collection of the same.

OWNER BLOCK/LOT TAX YEAR/TYPE AMOUNT REASON

Sec of Hud 28/17 1998 / REAL $139.87 muni. Lien vancat

1999 / REAL 427.75 muni. Lien vacant

2000 / REAL 428.57 muni. Lien vacant

2001 / REAL 416.53 muni. Lien vacant

2002 / REAL 426.11 muni. Lien vacant

2003 / REAL 418.97 muni. Lien vacant

2004 / REAL 511.72 muni. Lien vacant

2005 / REAL 770.30 muni. Lien vacant

M. Ted Hicks 27/21.05 2002 / REAL .18 lien/ cancellation of

Per NJ practice Vol. 35a, PANE, App. P. 2.

Should not have went to sale.

APPROVED:

ATTEST:

Frank M. North

MAYOR

Denise L. Brouse

BOROUGH CLERK

July 13, 2009

R09-97

RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MERCHANTVILLE, COUNTY OF CAMDEN AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY FOR APPROVAL TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION AND EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIN FOR THE ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS TO LOCUST STREET PROJECT

WHEREAS, the Application for Roadway Improvements is funded through the federal government and administered by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT), which provides funds for municipalities; and

WHEREAS, the Borough of Merchantville desires to seek funds from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for Roadway Improvements to Locust Street Project;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Council of the Borough of Merchantville formally approves the grant application for the above stated project.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that eh Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to submit an electronic grant application identified as MA-2010 Merchantville Borough -00109 to the New Jersey Department of Transportation on behalf of the Borough of Merchantville.

BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the grant agreement on behalf of the Borough of Merchantville and that their signature constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions of the grant agreement and approves the execution of the grant agreement.

My signature and the Clerk’s seal serve to acknowledge the above resolution and constitute acceptance of the terms and conditions of the grant agreement and approve the execution of the grant agreement as authorized by the resolution above.

ATTEST AND AFFIX SEAL _______________________ ________________________

Denise L. Brouse Frank M. North

Clerk Mayor

Certified as a true copy of the Resolution adopted by the Council

On this 13^th day of July, 2009

_______________________

Clerk

Denise L. Brouse

R -09

RESOLUTION APPROVING ACCEPTANCE OF CRIME FREE MULTI-HOUSING PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT

WHEREAS, the Borough of Merchantville through the Merchantville Police Department have participated in and have been approved to use the Mesa Police Department of Arizona “Crime Free Multi-Housing Program” in the Borough of Merchantville; and

WHEREAS, the City of Mesa does not make any profit by the licensing or the use of the Materials, Names, Marks, and Logo for use by other communities; and

WHEREAS, the City of Mesa insists that it’s intellectual property rights in terms of its programs use be respected to prevent abuse of such material; and

WHEREAS, the City of Mesa Police Department has adopted an acceptance requirement for use of said program; and

WHEREAS, the governing body of the Borough of Merchantville based upon the request by the Merchantville Police Department, does hereby agree to abide by said terms and conditions of the Licensing Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Merchantville, County of Camden, and State of New Jersey as follows:

1. That the governing body does hereby approve the execution of the attached Licensing Agreement agreeing to the terms and conditions of the “Crime Free Multi-Housing Program Copyright/License Agreement” of the City of Mesa, Arizona.

2. That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to execute said Acceptance Form on behalf of the Borough of Merchantville.

3. That a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to Chief Wayne Bauer.

4. That a certified copy of this Resolution and the executed Acceptance Form be sent to the City of Mesa, Attention: Timothy L. Zehring, Crime Free Program Unit Supervisor for the City of Mesa Police Department.

ADOPTED at a meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Merchantville, County of Camden, and the State of New Jersey held on

July 13, 2009.

BOROUGH OF MERCHANTVILLE

_______________________________

Frank M. North, Mayor

Attest:

____________________________

Denise L. Brouse, Borough Clerk

NO PHOTOCOPIES OF SIGNATURES

GROUP AFFIDAVIT FORM

CERTIFICATION OF GOVERNING BODY

STATE OF NEW JERSEY

COUNTY OF CAMDEN

We, members of the governing body of the Borough of Merchantville in the County of Camden, being duly sworn according to law, upon our oath depose and say;

1. We are duly elected (or appointed) members of the Borough Council of the

Borough of Merchantville in the County of Camden.

2. In the performance of our duties, and pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-6.5, we have

familiarized ourselves with the contents of the Annual Municipal Audit filed with the Clerk pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:5-6 for the year ending December 31, 2008.

3. We certify that we have personally reviewed and are familiar with, as a

minimum, the sections of the Annual Report of Audit entitled FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:

(L.S.) ____________________________ (L.S.) _____________________________

(L.S.) _____________________________ (L.S.) _____________________________

____________________________

DENISE BROUSE, CLERK

Sworn to and subscribed before

me this____________day of

__________________, 2009

__________________________

Notary Public of New Jersey

The Municipal Clerk shall set forth the reason for the absence of signature of any members of the governing body.

IMPORTANT: This certificate must be sent to the Bureau of Financial Regulation and Assistance, Division of Local Government Services, P.O. Box 803, Trenton, New Jersey 08625.