R 09-76

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVANCE PAYMENT TO

PATRICIA FIELDS FOR THE 2009 PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAM

                   WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:5-16.1 permits the governing body of any local unit to authorize payment in advance toward expenses for authorized expenditures for Borough programs; and

                        WHEREAS, Patricia Fields of the Borough of Merchantville will need funds to purchase supplies for the Parks and Recreation Program scheduled from June 29, 2009 through July 31, 2009; and

                        WHEREAS, the Treasurer has certified that funds are available from the 2009 Recreation Commission budget, Recreation Commission Parks and Playgrounds, not to exceed $500.00 to provide advance expense payments; and

                        WHEREAS, the Borough will verify their expenses and any excess cash will be repaid to the Borough along with a detailed bill of items or demand, and the certification or affidavit required by N.J.S.A. 40A:5-16 shall be submitted within 10 days after the completion of the Parks and Recreation Program for which the advance was made.

                        NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the treasurer is hereby instructed to make the above said payment to Patricia Field for Parks and Recreation Program expenses.

                                                APPROVED:

ATTEST:                                                                       FRANK M. NORTH

                                                                                    MAYOR

DENISE L. BROUSE

MUNICIPAL CLERK

MAY 26, 2009