All right. Please stand for the flag salute. >> United States of America to the republic stands nation under God, indivisible, liberty and justice for all. >> Sunshine notice, madam clerk. >> Thank you. Board of commissioners public
meeting agenda for Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The time is now 7:18. Pursuant to the requirements of the Open Public Meeting Act, chapter 231, Public Law 1975, notice of this meeting was published in the November 20th, 2025 issues of the Nutly Sun, the Herald
News, and the Star Ledger. A copy of this notice has been posted on the Nutley Town Hall Bulletin board, and a copy is on file in the municipal clerk's office. Commissioner Evans here. Commissioner Tucci here. Commissioner Scarpelli here. Commissioner Petraco here. Mayor Kelly present. Uh for
everyone's situational awareness, as advertised, we held a executive session uh prior to the meeting. Uh and we have no minutes, no executive minutes, communications. Madam clerk, >> thank you. Uh we have three this evening. The Van Repper House has submitted a social affair event
application to hold a lawn party at 491 River Road from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 25th, 2026 with a rain date of Sunday, April 26th of 2026. The Nutly Elks Lodge has submitted an application for a social affair permit
for the St. Patrick's Day parade celebration scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. at 242 Chestnut Street. And the Nutly Irish Alliance has submitted an event application to hold their 47th St. Patrick's Day parade on Franklin Avenue
from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2026. >> Move it. Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scarpelli. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Patco. >> Mayor Kelly. >> Hi.
>> Bills, please. >> Thank you. Uh, bill is for January 20th, 2026. Public affairs $25,160.91. Revenue and finance $2,960,61347. Public safety $68,381.94. Public works $56,9984.
Parks and public property 1,351,74845. Water and sewer utility $1,393,91120. Payroll as of uh Friday, January 2nd, 2026. Regular payroll total $988,328.38. Overtime payroll total $15,530.98.
Total payroll 1,93,859.36 for a grand total of $6,950,673.37. >> Move the bills. >> Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tui. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scorpell. >> Hi. Commissioner Petraco, Mayor Kell, >> I. >> And that's it for bills.
>> Uh we have public comment on agenda items only. Anyone wish to be heard on agenda items only, please approach the microphone and say your name for the record. Seeing none, uh we don't have any int ordinances on introduction. Uh moving to ordinances on uh second reading public
hearing. Uh Deputy Mayor Evans or Mayor Commissioner announcements. Oh, >> I skipped that. Uh, commissioner announcements. >> Mayor, just uh want to say welcome back. >> Thank you. >> Uh, thank you for your service and uh
glad you're home safe and sound. >> Speak for everybody. >> Absolutely. >> I was going to do the same, Joe. Uh, I just I want to add uh a former Governor Dick Cody passed away recently. U he was
a friend to Nley. He was very very outgoing and very helpful for especially with mental health issues and those with need. I just want to recognize that uh longtime public servant has passed u and recognized that he made a significant
contribution uh to the state of New Jersey. >> Thank you, Commissioner. Uh Commissioner Tucci, >> I don't want to be redundant, but I just want to echo what Commissioner Scarpelli said. Welcome home. We're glad you're back safe and sound. >> Thank you.
Thank you, mayor. I'd like to welcome you back officially as well. It's good to have you back. Um, I do have a public safety announcement as well. Um, I am happy to report some good news as far as these house breakins and um, the car
thefts in Nutley have, you know, the police department. I have to say kudos to them. Again, we won't say what changes we made to um get those numbers down, but that has been um very subdued
at the moment. However, the um pedestrian crossings, you know, we have had um way too many people getting hit by cars in our town. Um had another one today, unfortunately.
Um that's Center Street. I just urge our residents in the morning on these sunny days, the sun glare is impossible almost to navigate. Please give yourself a little more time to go down center
street. Um, a message to our pedestrians as well. Please don't take it for granted when you step out in the street that a car is going to stop. you know, um you know, it's winter time, ice on the road, you know, the sun glare is is
horrific in some of the areas in the town. Please help yourself. Um again, at night, please wear reflecting clothing. I travel these roads many, many times of the day myself. And um you know, no
matter who's at fault, if it's the driver of a car or the pedestrian, you know, please use the crosswalks. And I urged our um drivers around town, please take your time, especially this time of year, you know, loss of life, you know,
and you know, two families are are really scarred. You know, the people that hit the person, you know, has to live with that, taking a life. and you know again the pedestrian getting hit you know so please you know slow down give yourself some extra time it's it's
starting to be an epidemic here thank you mayor thank you commissioner uh and I have uh I do I have one announcement but I do want to thank each of you for being so supportive uh in my absence uh and I'm happy to be back and I'm looking
forward to saying hello to everyone in our community uh just bear with me it's going to take take a moment cuz there's only one in me. Uh but we do have our uh annual uh blood drive at the health department uh in honor of Keith Jarrett
on January 26th. Uh walk-ins are welcome, but you're highly encouraged to register so this way we can uh make sure it runs as smooth as possible. Uh so uh absent uh any further announcements,
uh we can now go to the ordinance on second reading. either Deputy Mayor Evans or Commissioner Tucci. >> Thank you, Mayor. Uh this is an ordinance uh which is a fully funded ordinance. There's no bonding associated with this uh which uh is necessary to
provide the all the funds necessary to improve uh the chambers that we're sitting in. Uh at this time we will open the uh public hearing uh on ordinance number 3605. Anyone wishing to be heard on ordinance
number 3605 may approach the microphone and state your name for the record. >> Move to close. >> Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scarpelli. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Petraco. >> I. >> Mayor Kelly. by
>> move the ordinance. >> Uh second, but I'd also like to add that uh these these renovations and these improvements are absolutely appropriate and necessary. >> Commissioner Evans, >> hi. >> Commissioner Tucci, >> hi. >> Commissioner Scarpelli, >> I.
>> Commissioner Petraco, >> I. >> Mayor Kelly, >> abstain. Uh we're moving on to resolutions. Resolution uh from Commissioner Evans. We have 12 resolutions on this evening. Four from Commissioner Evans. Thank you, mayor. Whereas New Jersey
statute 54 colon 4-3 provides that war veterans who were honorably discharged from active service in a time of war in any branch of the armed services the United States who have been or shall be declared by the United States Veterans Administration to be 100% totally and permanently disabled
connected with their wartime service a full tax exemption of their dwelling and the lot on which it is situated. Whereas the following taxpayer uh has filed uh an application for allowance of the full exemption with proper supporting documentation thus making them eligible.
Now therefore be resolved by the board of commissioners of the township of Nutley County of Essex State, New Jersey that Stephen Deo uh be granted full exemption from the property tax from payment of property taxes from January 6, 2026 and all subsequent years thereafter on the property identified as
block 9701 lot 5 qualifier C uh 0102 which is also known as 101 River Road unit 2A. So move >> second. Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scarpell. Hi. >> Commissioner Petraco. >> Hi. >> Mayor Kelly.
>> Hi. >> Whereas the township of Nelly through the Department of Revenue Finance has a need to acquire grant consulting services at a non-fair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of NJSA 44 colon 40 excuse me 19 uh colon 44A uh-uh
20.5. And whereas Millennium Strategies 60 Columbia Road, Sweet 230, Morristown, New Jersey, has submitted a proposal indicated that will they will provide uh these same services uh at a cost not to exceed $43,200,
which is the same amount in as in 2025. There's no increase. Uh whereas the term of the contract is for 12 months, January 1, 2026 through December 31st, 2026. Whereas Millennium has completed and submitted a business entity disclosure certification that certifies
that set corporation has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the township of Nelley in the previous one year and that the contract will pro prohibit them uh from uh making uh any reportable contributions through the term of the
contract. Rest funds will be available uh for this purpose from account 601209205 subject to the adoption of the 2026 municipal budget. Certification of available facility of funds has been filed by the chief financial officer of the township in accordance with local
budget law NJSA484-57 and NJAC 534-5.2 therefore be resolved by the board of commissioners of the township of Nelly County of Essex State New Jersey as follows. One, a contract shall be entered into between the township and
Millennium Strategies uh or the stated uh rate of $3,600 a month or $43,200 for the year. Copy of this resolution shall be published as required by law within 10 days of its passage. Copy of this resolution as well as a contract shall be placed on file with municipal
clerk. So move >> second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scarpy. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Petraco. >> Hi. Mayor Kelly. >> Hi. >> Whereas it is necessary to designate the official medium for the publication of legal notices as required by law.
Whereas currently under applicable state law, legal notices are required to be published in a newspaper circulating within the municipality of county when such publication is required. Whereas beginning March 1, 2026 PL 20 2025
C72 requires when a public entity does publish or advertise a legal notice, such notice shall be published in the uh public entity's official website and no longer mandates that such notices be published in the local newspaper. And whereas in accordance with PLU
2000 2025 C72, legal notices will be published on the township's municipal uh website. The township website shall be accessible and available to the public free of charge with a direct hyperlink to legal notices placed conspicuously on
the homepage. Further legal notices uh further legal notices will remain displayed on the official website for at least one week before being archived and maintained online uh for at least uh one year. Whereas until March 21, 2026
publications in the designated designated official newspapers uh remain a lawful method of publishing required legal notices consistent with existing statutes. Now therefore be resolved by the township of Nullley County of Essex State of New Jersey that one during the transition period prior to March 1,
2026, all required legal notices shall continue to be published uh in the township's designated official newspapers in accordance with applicable law. Effective March 1, 2026, all required public notices of the township of Nelly shall be published on the township's official website in
compliance with PL uh 2025C72. The township shall maintain online uh an online archive of legal notices acceptable to accessible to the public for at least one year following the initial posting of the notice. Nothing in this resolution shall prohibit the
township from also publishing legal notices in an eligible online newspaper consistent with PL 2025C72. So move >> second. >> Commissioner Evans. Hi >> Commissioner Atui. Hi >> Commissioner Scarpelli. Hi >> Commissioner Patco. Hi, >> Mayor Kelly.
>> Hi. And I just want to add that with uh with your departments, Commissioner Evans and Commissioner Tucci, do a great job in cataloging and archiving and the clerk's office of all of our uh minutes and uh town records already. Uh and so this is just
the cherry on the top. Uh we're a that we're able to save the town some money here. >> Uh >> and it's a good amount. I mean because legal notices cost a lot of money especially if you have to go into one of the major newspapers. Uh so yes mayor I agree great great opportunity to save some money.
>> Yeah and uh I do appreciate the good work and hard work that your your department is doing on this. >> Thank you. Uh the next resolution is uh for the appropriations for 2026 for pension and debt service. Whereas New Jersey statutes 48419 provides that
where debt service and statutory expenditures are to be paid in 2026 prior to the time of the final adoption of the 26 budget. Temporary appropriations shall be made for such debt service and statutory expenditures in a manner in time therein provided whereas debt service and statutory
expenses will become due during the first 6 months of 2026. Now therefore be resolved by the board of commissioners of the township of Noli that the following temporary appropriations be made. Uh this uh temporary resolution includes
all the accounts listed for debt service or statutory uh expenses for the public employees retirement system and the police and fires retirement system as well as the debt service payments for the water and sewer uh utility uh for all the accounts listed in in in the
resolution. Be it further resolved that in accordance with the provisions of NJSA484-9, the chief financial officer is hereby authorized to make the above appropri appropriation. So move. >> Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scarpell.
>> Hi. >> Commissioner Petraco. >> Hi. >> Mayor Kelly. >> I. >> Thank you, Mayor. >> Thank you, Commissioner. Commissioner Tucci. >> Yes. Thank you, Mayor. Uh it's a resolution authorizing New Jersey Department of Community Affairs 2026 local recreation improvement grant
program. Whereas Township of Nutley desires to apply for and obtain a grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Local Recreation Improvement Grant for approximately $75,000 to fund critical pathway and stairway improvements at Father Glattback Memorial Park in order to
enhance safe accessible access to the park's recreational fields and amenities for residents and visitors. And whereas Township of Nutley does hereby authorize the application for such a grant and recognize and accepts that the department may offer a lesser or greater amount upon receipt of the grant
agreement from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. Now be therefore resolve that the township of Nutley does further authorize the execution of any such grant agreement and also upon receipt of the executed agreement from the department does further authorize the expenditure of funds pursuant to the
terms of the agreement between the town of Nelt New Jersey DCA. Be it further resolved that the persons whose names, titles, or signatures appear below are authorized to sign the application and that they or their successors and said titles are authorized to sign the agreement and any other documents
necessary in connection therewith. I move the resolution. >> Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> I just a point it says uh for me as deputy mayor the mayor is now now back. I don't So mayor I think it's it should
be just edited to say mayor. Uh, can you sign it? Uh, uh, that's fine. >> Thank you. I will make that change. Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi, >> Commissioner Scarpelli. >> Hi, >> Commissioner Petraco. >> Hi, >> Mayor Kelly. >> Hi. >> Thank you, Mayor.
Uh, moving on. Uh, Commissioner Scarpell. >> Thank you, Mayor. Whereas bids for the 2023 Reeland Avenue roadway improvement project Franklin Avenue to Bloomfield Avenue uh NJ do DOT funds were received
and opened on Wednesday August 23rd 2023 whereas DNL favor contractors 675 Franklin Avenue in Nley New Jersey was the low bidder whereas a contract was awarded in the amount of $55,856.14 on September 5th 2023 via a grant with NJ dot
in the amount of $55,856.14 and the chief financial officer issued a certificate of funds availability for the contract. And whereas change order number one has been authorized for a total decrease to the contract in amount of $52,84642
for a total contract amount of $453,9.72. Whereas change order number one will be credited to account number G0417741 in an amount of $52,84642 cents. Now therefore be resolved at the board of commission township county of
Essics state of New Jersey that change order number one as attached is a change from the contract previously made by the township of penulti with DNL paving contractors for the project known as 2023 Rland Avenue roadway improvement NJ dot
and is hereby authorized and approved and move the resolution >> second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scarfelli. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Petraco. >> Hi. >> Mayor Kelly. >> Hi. Whereas bids for the 2024 Coyman Avenue Roadway improvement project, Bloomfield Avenue to Bloomfield Township
Border, NJOT, were received and opened on Wednesday, July 24th, 2024. Whereas DNL Paving Contractors 675 Franklin Avenue, New Jersey, was a low bidder. Whereas a contract was awarded in the amount of $512,431.38 on August 6, 2024 by a grant from NJ DOT
in the amount of $481,926 and account number CO45517041 in the amount of $30,538. And the chief financial officer issued a certificate of funds availability for the contract. And whereas change order number one has been authorized for a
total decrease to the contract amount of $28,69189 for a total contract amount of $483,73949. And whereas change order number one, we credit to account number CO4551741 in the amount of $28,691.89.
Now therefore be resolved by the board of commissioners attached panel county investic state of New Jersey that the cha that change order number one is attached as a change from the contract previously made by attachley with DNL pavement contractors for the project known as 2024man
Avenue roadway improvement project NJ do and is hereby authorized and approved move the resolution >> second. >> Commissioner Evans >> I >> commissioner Tucci >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scorpell. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Petco. >> Hi. >> Mayor Kelly. I that's all I have. Mayor, >> thank you, Commissioner. Commissioner
Petraco, >> where SEO bids for furnishing and delivering police dispatchers and crossing guard uniforms and equipment were probably open and read on April 10th, 2024. Whereas whereas turnout uniforms is the better
bidder based on the prices and whereas per original specifications the contract is for 2-year terms through December 31st 2025 with the option for an extension for one for an additional year. Therefore, the existing contract with turnout uniform is extended to
December 31st, 2026. address that funds in the amount of 154,000 are available in appropriation entitled 6-01-310-200 police and dispatch maintenance and allowance and the funds in the amount of 14,000
500 are available in appropri appropriation titled 6 01310200 cross and guards allowance and have been certified by the chief financial officer and certification being attached to this resolution now therefore be resolved by the board of commissioners township
county vest state of New Jersey that the contract for furnishing and delivering for police dispatcher and crossing guard uniforms and equipment consistent with the 2024 clothing voucher allocation and here by awarded to turn out uniforms 195
Patterson Avenue Little Falls, New Jersey. I move it. >> Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> I just a quick amendment. These are 26 funds. So it the it would be subject to the adoption of the 26 budget.
>> Okay. >> So with that with that addit I'm I I'm >> Sounds good. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scarpelli. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Petraco. >> Hi. >> Mayor Kelly. >> I. >> Thank you mayor. >> And I have four on for this evening. The
first one is uh a resolution number 0926 for raffle license applications that have been received from the following organizations. Uh Lincoln school PTO uh on premises uh merchandise raffle and on premises 50/50 cash raffle on Friday
March 20th 2026. Nelly high school crew booster uh both for an onremise merchandise raffle and on premise 50/50 cash raffle on Saturday March 14th. Nali Music Association license uh for off- premise merchandise raffle on June 3rd.
St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church off- premise cash raffle on Monday, June 1st. Uh Nelly Irish American Alliance off premise merchandise raffle Thursday, May 21st. Nelly Youth Baseball uh license number uh 0926 for offremise 50/50 cash
raffle on Saturday, June 13th. Uh whereas the application has been received and reviewed by the reviewed and approved by municipal clerk in the police department. Now that therefore be it resolved by the board of commissioners teni county of vic state of New Jersey that the affformentioned licenses are approved and the municipal clerk is authorized to issue said licenses. So moved.
>> Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scarpelli. >> I. >> Commissioner Petraco. >> I. >> Mayor Kelly. >> I. Uh the second one I have on for this evening is resolution number 1426.
Uh this is recognizing February as Black History Month. Whereas Black History Month is observed annually in February to honor the achievements, contributions, and enduring legacy of African-Americans throughout the United States history. Whereas the Association for Study of African-American Life and History has designated the 2026 National
Black History Month theme as a century of Black History commemorations marking 100 years of national observance of black history. Whereas this centennial theme explores the impact of black history, commemorations on black identity, historical awareness in the American and American culture while reaffirming the importance of preserving
teaching and celebrating black history as essential part of the American story. Whereas acknowledging black history promotes a deeper understanding of our shared past and strengths our collective commitment to equality, justice, and inclusion. Whereas celebrating Black History Month provides an opportunity to
uplift black voices, honor community leaders, and inspire future generations to continue the pursuit of justice, excellence, and unity. That therefore be resolved that the board of commissioners of the township of Nelly County of State of New Jersey recognizes Black History Month and encourage all residents to explore the rich history and culture
through reflection, dialogue, service, and celebration. I move the resolution. >> Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> I. >> Commissioner Tucci. I >> Commissioner Scarpelli. >> Hi, >> Commissioner Petraco. >> Hi, >> Mayor Kelly. >> I
>> The third one I have on for this evening is recognizing February as National Blood Donor Month. Uh this is 15 resolution number 1526 where since 1970, National Blood Donor Month has been observed every January to raise awareness about the critical need for blood donations, especially during
winter months when supplies often decline. Whereas demand for blood donation goes beyond unexpected emergencies such as car accidents and natural catastrophes. They are urgently needed to treat patients facing disease like cancer, cardiovascular disease, surgeries, organ and bone marrow
transplant transplants. Whereas every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood or platelets and whereas 3% of the US population donates blood each year has been stated that if just 1% more donated blood shortage shortages would be alleviated. Whereas platelet
donations are very important part of the donation process platelets are assigned the important task of clotting blood to stop bleeding and are vital for cancer patients as well as those with blood disorders or undergoing open heart surgery organ transplants. May I therefore it be resolved that the board of commissioners and the town of Nelly
County of state of New Jersey recognizes January 2026 as national blood donor month and draw citizens in Nelly to support efforts and activities that bring awareness to and education to blood donation during the month of January and throughout the year. Be further resolved that the residents are encouraged to make life make a life-saving donation during the annual
blood drive in memory of Keith Jarrett on Monday January 26th. Then the lead department of public affairs and health between the hours of 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Uh I move I probably move the resolution. Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> Hi, >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi, >> Commissioner Scarpelli.
>> Hi, >> Commissioner Petraco. >> Hi, >> Mayor Kelly. >> Hi. >> And the last one I have on for this evening is resolution number 1626. Uh recognizing February is American Heart Health Month. Whereas February is February is American Heart Health Month, a time when all people, especially
women, are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. And whereas heart disease is a very common and leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups, in 2022, one in every five deaths in the United States was caused by heart disease. Whereas every year about
805,000 people in the United States will have a heart attack of these 605,000 or a first heart attack and 200,000 are individuals who have already had a heart attack. Whereas the township of Nutley Department of Public Affairs through its health department and American Heart Association are committed to changing the future of health together by
promoting healthy eating and fitness and thus preventing heart disease through through public and professional education about the risk factors. And whereas Friday, February 6, 2026 has been designated as national wear red day, at which time residents are encouraged to wear red to raise awareness about cardiovascular risks and
disease on the state, all township of Nelly municipal buildings will be illuminated in red light to bring awareness to this initiative. And therefore it be resolved by the board of commissioners tension of Nelly County of Essics state of New Jersey that in recognition of the importance of the ongoing effort to prevent heart disease we do hereby proclaim February 2026 as
national heart health month urge all citizens to show their support in preventing heart disease by learning more about their heart health and eating a healthy diet and maintaining an active lifestyle. And as always the health department will be putting on various heart healthy events in February. Uh be sure to check out the town's website for
more information on those events. Uh, I move the resolution. >> Second. >> Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Scarpelli. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Petraco. >> Hi. >> Mayor Kelly. >> I. At this time, we will open the meeting
to the public. Anyone wishing to address the board of commissioners for about any concern they may have may approach the microphone and state your name for the record. Uh, seeing none, uh, I do believe we have a need for executive session this evening, Mr. Bruno.
>> We do have a need going to close session to discuss, uh, um, contract negotiations. >> Yes. >> Thank you. >> I entertain a motion to go into executive. >> Second. Whereas section 8 of the open
public meeting act chapter 231 public law 1975 permits the exclusion of the public for meeting in certain circumstances. And whereas the public body is of the opinion that such circumstances exist. And whereas the board of commissioners of the township of Nelly in the county of Essex and
state of New Jersey desires to proceed to close executive session. And now therefore be resolved that the board of commissioners of the township of Nelly move into close executive session to discuss contract negotiation. Be further resolved that at the time when such discussions may be disclosed to the public shall be when and such
disclosures may be made without adversely affecting the township of Nutley pending and or anticipated legal personnel contractual matters and other matters within the exceptions provided for by statute. This resolution shall take effect immediately. Commissioner Evans. >> Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. >> Hi.
>> Commissioner Scarpelli. >> I. >> Commissioner Petraco. >> I. >> Mayor Kelly. >> I. And we won't be conducting any further business this this evening. Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 at 7 p.m. in Nutley Town Hall. Uh, I'll entertain a motion to adjurnn.
>> Move it. Second. >> Commissioner Evans. Hi. >> Commissioner Tucci. Commissioner Scarpel. Hi. Commissioner Petraco. Hi. Mayor Kelly. Hi. >> The time is 7:49. Good night, everyone.