And good evening everyone >> and welcome let me put my glasses on. Welcome to the uh board of county commissioners regular meeting for December 9th 2025. May I have a roll call?
>> Uh county commissioners Bartlett >> here. Cruz >> here. >> D'Vor >> here. >> Duffy. >> Sorry I I muted Duffy. Duffy, can you hear me? >> I'm here. >> Okay. Uh, for the record, uh,
Commissioner Duffy is joining us telephonically. Uh, Commissioner James, uh, Deputy Director Lazera >> here. >> Director Leapor >> here. Announcement of the open public meeting law. Ladies and gentlemen, the notice requirement of the open public
meetings law has been satisfied with respect to this meeting specifying the time, date, and location, including the annual notice and adopted a reorganization meeting filed with the county clerk posted administration building and mailed to two newspapers in accordance with the provisions of the law. >> Commissioner Duffy, will you lead us in
the pledge of allegiance? >> Can you hear me, Commissioner? >> Okay. All right. Lead the flag salute there, sir. >> I aliance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic
for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Thank you. >> Please remain standing for the invitation by Father Ryan. God our father, as we continue this Advent season, allow us to follow the
store, the star you sent to us more closely. There is much in our world that needs to be done. Help us to look up toward you and never be discouraged by our
humanness. As we come to a close of another year, let us be grateful and encouraged and inspired by the examples of commissioners Terry Duffy and Pat Laapour. They have served the people of
Baya County with integrity and dedication. They have been examples to us to follow all that is good in our human nature. They are individuals who have made much
sacrifice and generosity and willingness to serve us and especially the poor and the marginalized and those who might normally be overlooked. Allow them good health, quality time with their family, and the best that
life has to offer. these two men who have worked so long and so hard to make your world a better place. God bless Terry and Pat and eventually bring them not too soon into your presence for all times. And we ask
this through Christ our Lord. Amen. >> Amen. >> Amen. >> Please remain standing for a moment of silence to remember all the men and women who have died while serving in the United States military. Thank you. >> Take a motion to approve the minutes of
November 17, 2025. >> So moved. Second. >> Lazar. >> Moved by D'vor. >> Second by Cruz. Roll call. >> County Commissioners Bartlett. >> Yes. Cruz. >> Yes. >> D'Vor, >> yes.
>> Duffy. >> Commissioner Duffy. >> Yes. >> Yes, sir. Yes, sir. >> Um, Deputy Director Lazar. >> Yes. >> Direct Director Leapour. >> Yes. >> Uh, there's no proclamation. >> Approval of proclamations.
>> I'll make that motion. >> Motion made by crew. Second. >> Second by >> Actually, there is no proclamations. It's going to be memorialized at the next meeting. >> Got it. Mhm. >> All right. U administrator's report. >> Thank you, director. Good evening, everyone. Uh first on my report is a um
always a treat, a holiday performance by the PCTI Tech uh choir led by uh Dr. D'vor. So, Dr. divorce where there turn it over to you. little trouble.
Merry little Christmas. will be miles away. Golden day. of your faithful dear to us to us We are
the face shining star. Merry Christmas. Happy faithful friends who are near to us.
Once more. Once more. We all will lead to the shining star A merry little Christmas. Have yourself
a merry little Christmas. Water. Good evening everyone. I'd like to also introduce Mr. Martinez, leader of the vocal music department at PCTPS silver.
>> Hello, my name is Serenity. I am a senior in the PCI technique shop. Bells will be Christmas Y >> citywalksywalk Christmasile
after smile on street corner in the sea. Christmas day of street lights even bright red and green as the birds rush home with their treasures
and above all you Christmas time in the city. Soon it will be Christmas day. >> Christmas will be Christmas day. >> Christmas
will be Christmas Day. Christmas will be Christmas. Hi, my name is Michael Santos. I'm a part of the I'm a sophomore at PCTVI PCTBS and I'm a part of the biotechnology
shop. Holy night. The stars are brightly shine. It is the night of our dear Savior's birth.
Long lay the world in sin and never finding till he appeared and the soul felt it.
A thrill of gold. The weary world rejoicees for yonder. A new and glorious fall. Oh,
the angels go. Oh God, oh night when Christ was born. Oh night divine when Christ was born
on your knees. Oh listen. Oh divine. Oh night when Christ was born. Oh
divine. Oh night. Oh night divine. Let us adore him. Kneel down. Worship and adore him. Let us adore him. Worship and adore him.
Immuel. Emmanuel, I >> Emmanuel. We worship you. We worship you. >> One more time. Let us adore him. Let us adore him.
>> Worship and adore him. >> Let us known before him. adore. There is a reason for >> it's because of Emmanuel. >> I love to praise his name.
>> Worthy thou our God. >> EMMANUEL. OH, I love to praise the name of God. >> Oh, in the beginning was the word and I will never forget
why I praise his name. >> OH, I WORSHIP MY NAME. >> Thank you. PRAISE HIS NAME ALL DAY. OH, HE'S WORTHY OF THE GLORY
AND worthy of the praise. IMMUEL. OH, in the morning I give praise him. >> We worship you. Yeah. Yeah. We worship you. >> We worship you. >> We come all the way from PCTI,
>> PCTI STEM biotechnology to give you the praise. >> We worship you one more time. >> We worship you. Hey, hey, HEY.
DR. D'vor Commissioner's up here saying that he's your voice coach. Is that true? Cuz I don't believe it. >> Let's have another round of applause for the Tech Tones. Thank you, Dr. D'Vor. >> Director Martinez husband. >> All right. Next on the agenda, we have a
ceremony honoring um Commissioner Duffy and Commissioner Laapour for their 21 years of service as both freeholders and commissioners. So, uh I'm going to I'm going to turn it over to our master of mistress of ceremonies, Commissioner Lazera.
Welcome everyone to this really important night for all of us. You know, both Pat and Terry are retiring from the board at the end of this year. And this moment allows all of us to recognize two leaders who have shaped Pay County for
more than two decades. First elected in 2004, they have strengthened our communities through their steady leadership, deep engagement, and a true commitment to the people they serve here in Bet
County. They have been mentors, they have been partners, they have been advocates, and to all of us, we call them friends. And after more than 20 years of service,
their legacy will continue to influence the direction of this county for many years to come. Thank you all for being here to help us celebrate the incredible impact of these two remarkable public
servants. Now, at this time, I'm going to introduce someone who we all know and love. Our first speaker is someone who knows both honores well and has seen their leadership shape this county for
many many years. Chairman John Curry is a longtime leader of the P County Democratic Committee and Chairman Emmeritus of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee. His leadership has
guided countless public servants across our county and our state. Please join me in welcoming our chairman, John Curry. >> Good evening everyone. >> Good evening.
>> After listening, part of Pay County Tech starts with this group right here. For number one, I think they deserve a round of applause. And Dr. the bore the director. You know, as I stand before you right now, I have to get my brain in order.
I've just completed a national call with Speaker Pelosi along with our Congresswoman uh Congresswoman Poe talking about national issues. So I I got to get my brain switched back to what we're here about
and that is Commissioner Duffy and Commissioner Leapor. Uh not only have they been both longtime friends before they were elected and of course uh Commissioner Laapour, director
Leapore in this year was elected to many offices. Uh before he became a commissioner, you know, their legacy has a lot to do with the progress we've made in this county. You know, I want to first of all
say a few words about uh Commissioner Duffy. Commissioner Duffy has never met a person that he didn't want to help in this county. Didn't care if they voted for him, but if they were in need, he was there for
them. And sometimes he would go so far he would get in trouble at his famous saying about me that I got called into the principal's office. That means I had to talk to him about something. But I would just tell you his main uh his main two passions
was public works and seeing and of course our mosquito department that most people don't care about. Carrie caredly uh deeply about those things and made sure that our roads and bridges was in tiptop shape.
He also cared deeply about our law enforcement, about our sheriff's department, that he will work dearly darously to make sure that they had the services that they needed and many other things. He was always on the job. I can
say that. Uh, Commissioner Laapour, Commissioner Laapour's not only of course I hope we can replace him with one of seven. Not only was our budget chair that when he inherited a budget
and that was really in bad shape when we took control back many many years ago. But he guided this county as budget chair right through that for the last nine years that he's able to keep it
under control. His passion is unions. He always cared for the unions and he always cares. His other passion was making sure that local government
had every service that they needed under the direction of our former administrator and present administrator. He was passionate about that. Listen, I wish them well. It's a bittersweet using them, but we were fortunate that we're gonna that we have elected two
outstanding young people that will come in with different skill sets that's going to add to this board. One being in banking, being an elected official, they both have been and understanding what we need
with another community. Another one with infrastructure and unions as well that have their support. So, that kind of thing will continue. So more importantly, I'm glad all of you are here to honor them because they've served with integrity, dignity, and
fairness for all the citizens of county. God bless both of you and good luck as we go forward. And I will be calling on you. Thank you. Oh, that's right. I forgot I had another duty. I'm getting a little older, guys.
It gives me a real honor and a pleasure not to only introduce a colleague of both Pat and Terry She got her start here back in 2006
as a freeholder. Now, Secretary of State, Lieutenant Governor Wei, has served in many capacities before that. She was one of the lead counsel at the board of social services. She serves as a judges and our
administrative law uh uh uh department administrative uh judges for many years. Then back in 2018, she was tapped by the governor to be secretary of state that she has run the secretary of state's
office that have nine or 10 departments not only with tourism mainly the election process, many other departments that with an enormous budget and of course for the last two and a
half years across the three she's also been honored to be our lieutenant Governor and former freeholder. Please welcome back home and we would love to hear from you. Would you give her a round of applause that we have our own back in bet county although she lives in
PT County Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State Tahesia White. >> Thank you chairman. See, he forgot to introduce me, but he forgot. He didn't forget to say all the things that I did, but one note is I did all that by the
age of 22, y'all. Okay, so good evening. Good evening. I tell you, when I realized that this was Commissioner Leapor and Duffy's final meeting, I said I couldn't miss it.
I couldn't miss it because it has been a true blessing in my life to have my start as a Pose County Commissioner. I do remember the times chairman in which Commissioner Duffy did mention he was
going to the principal's house and I would say don't take me with you especially since I was a newer freeholder. But I also remember the words that Commissioner Leapor and I always said together.
Present. >> Amen. And you know, we would say it not to just place ourselves on the record, but just that word present was a friendly reminder of who we should be for our
constituents. So I look at the two of you, Commissioner Leapour and Commissioner Duffy, and I am truly in awe. You have inspired me through my journey because you have helped to invest in the future
of all of our kids here in Posea County by strengthening our county schools. And you have ensured that there is public safety, the beauty behind our parks and open spaces. and you have truly been the
north stars of incredible commitment so that we all can understand and realize that Payic County is our true home. I want to also acknowledge your beautiful families and all of the
sacrifice that they have done to love, to support, and of course to just show that patience to each and every one of you to ensure that the good work is done for the great people of Pose.
Now speaking as a former colleague and current constituent and I just want you to know again it's been a true blessing to be here in this chambers my start and I just want to
wish each and every one of you a most blessed holiday season and of course to our two retiring county commissioners a happy and healthy retirement. Now, I shook the trees. Okay, we rarely do this. We try to save some dollars in the
state budget, but I shook the trees and made certain that we have our letters of acknowledgement and recognition to both of you, Pat and Terry. Thank you so much. And again, happy holidays to each and every one of you.
Once again, >> I know screw up. >> He said, "Don't screw up." >> No principal office. >> All right, let's get our picture. Oh, okay.
There she is. >> We'll do yours. >> If I do, I have to stand on the chair. >> All righty. I hear you. >> Thank you very much. >> Always s Thank you for joining us, Lieutenant
Governor. Okay, our next speaker knows Pat and Terry like few others do. As county administrator for nearly 20
years, Anthony Denova worked beside both of them as they shaped major improvements in county government. His perspective on their leadership is unique and his admiration deep.
Please help me welcome county administrator Emmeritus Anthony Denova. >> What are you doing? >> Good evening. >> Good evening. It's great to see so many people here.
Uh gives me a little I don't know. I get hives when I walk back into this building. You know, once once you walk out, it's it's you don't come back. But it truly is an honor to be here for two very special people. Terry, can you hear me? Terry, wake up, Terry. I
>> I can hear you, Tony. I'm just not listening to you. >> Okay, great. It's going to be emotional, so have the tissues ready. Actually, the only reason the only reason I got here is they told me there was going to be an open bar, but they lied to me. But
>> there was. Amen. Um, people, you know, it's when you're looking from the outside in, sometimes people make things look easy, and I I
think Pat and Terry were two of those people. Um, they never took themselves too seriously, never took the work too seriously, never took the title too seriously, always ready to roll up their sleeves and work hard, but always have a little bit of fun and humor uh in doing
it. Uh, which and as Matthew can tell you, when you're the county administrator, um, it could be a very lonely job, right? Uh, sometimes you're making decisions that aren't easy. Uh but Pat and Terry were
always there and always supportive uh of me and and the mission that we were trying to do. And for those who don't remember, and I say it all the time, right, to to understand where Pris County is today, you really do have to understand where it was um back in 2003 when I walked in and even earlier uh
when the Democrats took control of county government. Uh it was a shambles. Uh the budget was terrible, the infrastructure was terrible, uh the buildings were in deplorable condition, and slow but sure we chipped away at it. But it took a lot of difficult
decisions. Uh and if not for Patent Terry and and others who who served, but tonight is about Patent Terry. um without them without them having uh my back um back in 2007208
uh when we had to lay off sheriff's officers. Um most distasteful thing I've done in my career. Laying people off is never easy, but it was what we had to do because the finances demanded it. uh in 2009 when we consolidated our youth
detention center with uh with Essex County and we had to lay off uh people uh in order to achieve that but in order to sa save money um they were there these were not easy decisions and there was a lot of conversation um it's hard
when people come in your office and sit in front of you as both Pat and Terry saw and as I saw uh you know grown men and women crying in front of you what am I going to do when you know without a job it's hard but um I guess if every decision was easy right uh the world
would be a a different place but it wasn't and patentary were always there um to have the backs and and to do what was right for the taxpayer right which is what we we always say right our mantra has always been you know good government makes for good politics uh
and when people are willing to do the the the hard things um it pays off and it pays off be and and it has paid off here in P County because this county is a far better place today uh because of Pat Laapour and Terry Duffy than it was
when they walked in in 2005. Um all but one year um of my tenure here in P County. Uh I had the pleasure to work with both of them. Um pleasure might be strong. It's I mean if I'm being honest I really never liked either
one of them but but but but they but despite that they always had my right for your little poor. >> It's a dangerous what my dangerous to say those things with them at my back. Um but they always had they always had my back but I will always appreciate the
fact that they never took things too too seriously. They never took themselves too seriously. They were always willing to have a conversation when it came to the difficult decisions. Uh but we, you know, also had a lot of fun doing it. You know, they they were great. I mean,
we all know Terry Duffy and we all know Terry Duffy could make anybody laugh in the in in the most difficult times, right? It's just when you think the world is crashing down around you, Terry Duffy could make a joke and and make it all better. Uh and Terry, thank you for
for doing that and thank you for always being who you are. And as chairman said, you know, his passion for people and helping people uh was second to none. He he really did. He he he loved anybody could walk into his office and, you know, and ask for help and Terry would
try to try to do it. We weren't always successful, but when we could, we did. Uh and and that's a special quality, Terry Duffy. Um Pat Laapour. Pat Laapour never on time for a meeting. The man will be late for his own
funeral, right, Linda? >> It gives you a little extra time to get ready, right? >> Yeah. How many How many times did TJ uh Sandy Elise, how many times did we hear,
"Oh, I'm I'm just on Grand Street." Well, Grand Street is not that very long, you know, but it used to take him a half an hour. Uh, I'm just on Grand Street. I'll be there. So, we used to have to start lying to him and tell him meetings were a half hour early, you know, just just so we could be sure that he was here. Um, but Pat, you know, his
his passion for budgeting, his passion for government and governing um was really second to none. Uh, really he could write a book on on what it means to be an elected official, whether it was when he was a councilman and mayor in Woodland Park um or or his years of
service uh to the county of Pake. uh truly could write a book. But I I can go on and on and I don't want to because I could feel the eyes behind me saying when is this guy gonna shut up? Um so I'm gonna shut up. But I am going to say from the bottom of my heart, Terry and
Pat, thank you for everything you did for me professionally. Thank you for being my friend uh for all of those years. I hope that uh that continues. Uh and P County is blessed to have had you uh serving us. So good evening, merry
Christmas to everyone. God bless you all. Thank you. >> Thank you, Anthony. That was very nice. We are now going to present proclamations recognizing the extraordinary service of our honores.
And I would like to call down presenting the proclamation for Commissioner Terry Duffy will be Commissioner Orlando Cruz. going to miss the most about Commissioner Duffy being gone is uh I
won't be sitting next to him anymore. I won't say why I'll miss that, but I know TJ, you know, >> um you know, when we when we were getting together to plan this event and think about what we were going to do for our colleagues,
>> this is this is part one. This is part one of today's uh this evening's surprises. But you know, we said to ourselves, what can we do to really honor two individuals who have quite frankly given their life to service to this county? One serving in almost every level of
government uh and the other serving here for over 21 years, but also being a business owner, creating jobs and giving back to our economic development. Uh it speaks volumes. And so the first surprise for this evening that we came up with is it is my honor uh on behalf
of my colleagues to present to you all the first two inductees to the P County Hall of Fame class of 2026. Commissioner So I think this one should be a little bit shorter just just to make it memorable. Uh cuz
when you put them side by side it was always right like this. So uh that is surprise number one for this evening. Welldeserved honor. You guys will be inducted and cemented into the legacy of P County forever. Uh and we thank you guys for that. Now, it is my honor to present the first proclamation this
evening uh to Commissioner Duffy, who's right in front of me uh on the phone. Terry, do you hear me? >> Great. Thank you. Thank you. First, uh, before we read the county proclamation, I will read into the record a, uh,
resolution, a joint resolution that was put together by our legislative district, uh, the 35th legislative district to be specific, Senator Benji Wimberly, Assemblywoman Sumpter, and Assemblyman Alab Deaziz. It reads, "Whereas the Honorable Terry Duffy, a highly esteemed commissioner on the
board of county commissioners for the county of Pake, is retiring after 21 years of distinguished service. The Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey are pleased to recognize Terry Duffy upon this uh festive occasion and commend the immeasurable contributions that he has made to the
community throughout many years which have secured him the abating respect of the legislature and the appreciation of a grateful citizenry. An illustrious graduate of Don Bosco Prep and Maris College, Terry Duffy is a successful
businessman who owns and operates Duffy's Tavern in the Riverside section of the city of Patterson and in 2004 was elected to serve on the P County Board of County Commissioners. As an integral part uh of the planning board's economic
development committee, he brings the considerable expertise he has gleaned from his professional endeavors to increase opportunities for citizens that he was sworn to serve. and that and he is an active supporter of the P County's law and public safety communities, an
annual sponsor of Patterson and West Milford's little league teams, a volunteer athletic director, a baseball coach at Our Lady uh Queen of Peace where he also garnered and acclaimed was acclaimed as coach of the year. Terry
Duffy has demonstrated exemporary leadership as the regional director of the New Jersey licensed beverage association. He is further admired as a charter member of the Patterson chapter of the blue knights and a faithful member of the Knights of Columbus, a secondderee member. A lifelong resident
of P County, Terry Duffy has been upheld in his life by his work, his beloved wife Tara. He takes immense pride in his children Shawn, Ryan, Terrence, and Aaron, and delights in the company of his grandchildren, Robert, Meline, and Peter. Whereas the strength and prosperity of the Garden State and the
vitality of our American society greatly depend upon the determined efforts of steadfast individuals exemplified by Terry Duffy whose time and talents are devoted to improving the effectiveness of our cities, towns, and burrows and enhancing the quality of life for our
friends, neighbors, and all above. Whereas Terry Duffy will be fedded by friends, family, and colleagues and his many accomplishments recalled during a retirement celebration on December 9, 2025. So now, therefore, let it be resolved by the Senate and General
Assembly of the State of New Jersey, that this legislature hereby salutes Terry Duffy, pays tribute to his mentor history of dedication and commitment, and extends sincere best wishes for happiness and continued to sex uh success in all of the days to come. Let
it be further resolved that this duty is authenticated as a copy of this resolution is signed by the Senate President and Assembly Speaker and is attested by the Senate Secretary and Assembly Clerk to be transmitted to the Honorable Terry Duffy. And now the P County proclamations. Uh
on behalf of my colleagues, whereas Terry Duffy was elected to the P County Board of County Commissioners in 2004, has faithfully served the residents of P County for 21 years with integrity, dedication, and unwavering commitments to public service. Commissioner Duffy
adopted in 2017 a county budget that did not raise taxes, demonstrating his continued commitment to fiscal responsibility and to the financial well-being of all P County residents. He was selected by his colleagues to serve at that time as freeholder director in
2011 during which time he provided decisive leadership specifically in the aftermath of hurricane Irene helping to establish 10 satellite offices throughout the county to ensure that all residents had improved access to essential social
service programs. Throughout his tenure on the board, Commissioner Duffy has served on numerous standing committees. Particularly proud of his work on the Camp Hope Commission, where his efforts have helped a once-in-a-lifetime experience for underprivileged youth and meaningful recreation opportunities for
all county seniors. Commissioner Duffy is a lifelong pose county resident whose business Duffy Tyrant plays an important cooer role uh each March by serving as a hub for events that bring residents together to celebrate the festive St. Patrick's Day.
Commissioner Duffy has a long active in civic uh civic and community organizations, including as a charter member of the Patterson chapter of the Blue Knights, where he received the silver card, serving as the New Jersey Botanical Garden Advisory Committee and
working as regional director of the New Jersey Licensed Beverage Association. Commissioners Duffy dedication of leadership, community involvement, advocacy, and service has left an indelible mark on P County, improving uh government services, uplift uplifting
local families, strengthening public safety, and enriching the civic fabric of our county. So whereas P County has an extremely rich history, the board of county commissioners and the county of Pake wishes to induct Terry Duffy into the P County Hall of Fame as a testament
to his enduring legacy and exceptional contributions to the county. So now for let it be proclaimed that P County Board of County Commissioners hereby honors and commends Commissioner Terry Duffy for his 21 years of exceptional devoted and distinguished service to the county. Let it be further proclaimed that this
board extends its deepest gratitude to the commissioner and offers its warmest wishes for health, happiness, and continued success. Congratulations, Terry. >> Terry, >> they're uh they're all standing for you.
I'm gonna I I'm going to uh hold the phone up closer to the microphone and uh let you say a few words. Is that all right? >> Is that my Is it my turn? >> Yep. Go right ahead. You're up. >> Let me Let me put my glasses on. First of all, I'd like to uh apologize
for not being there tonight. I do I had some personal business in Florida and the weather is terrible here, by the way. So, I'll miss this party. And anyone that knows me, I never like to miss a party, especially my own. To my
uh longtime running mate, I've had the time of my life carrying you around. I wish you all the best in your future. But let me tell you this, >> don't ever call me again.
Chairman, I would like to thank some people here, but uh I have a special note for for Chairman Curry. Uh chairman, I'd like to thank you. I also like to go past Pascal, my very good friend, uh Senator Kristen Curado, just and all the elected officials and dignitaries and especially the people
out there that have supported me. I'd like to thank them. I I risk uh getting a hot water to start naming names. You know, Nick Rocka, Anthony Denova, we've had some times together. my good friend Jeff Sims who uh he asked me to mention him so I'll mention him twice. Jeff Sims
um not to mention uh Peter Murphy my Republican friend. Okay, chairman. It's hard to believe it's been 21 years but to you I'm sure it feels like 30 plus
by the way I have to bring up a sore subject. Chairman, you still owe owe me my gavvel. >> You heard him. >> I said you still owe him the gavvel. >> Oh my god. >> They can't hear me, chairman, but they
hear. >> But seriously, it's been an honor and a privilege to represent Pay County, and I appreciate all your support, chairman, and that that uh office you have, I I refer as it as the pro as the principal's office. It used to get very
hot in there. Um, but I wish I wish our incoming commissioners as well and I I can tell you we're in good good hands. Uh, thank you to all the people of Pay County for the trust and faith you you put in me. Thank you to my wife and
family. Thank you Sean who I'm sure we have not heard the last of him politically. Uh, and I'd like to thank all my seven grandchildren. You only you left out four of them. Um, so I think you know it's so so special and
there and and there may God bless us all and especially Pay Camp. Um, I lost I lost my place here. Um, the children, the mothers, I love them all
dearly. especially my wife who's carried uh uh the torch for me for all these years. To all happy new year, merry Christmas, happy holidays and it's been an honor and a pleasure to represent county. I I will be at First and River
Street anytime you want to get in touch with me. That's called Duffy's Tavern. We're open from 11 a.m. to 3:00 in the morning. So, >> all the best. Thank you. >> Thank you. Thank you, Commissioner Duffy.
Presenting the pro presenting the proclamation for uh Commissioner Pat Laapour will be Commissioner John Bartlett. >> Good evening. Any of you who has stood next to Terry for a photo knows how scary it is to have a
huge Terry right here on my right. Uh but I'm not here uh for Terry, who we just heard so much about, but for my colleague and our director this year and so many years that I've been on this board, uh Pat Laapour. Uh and it's my privilege, as Orlando did, to read two
proclamations into the record. one from the Senate and General Assembly of New Jersey and the other from this board of chosen county commissioners. Whereas the honorable Pasqual Pat Laapour, a highly esteemed commissioner on the board of county commissioners for
the county of Payic, is retiring after 21 years of distinguished service. And whereas the Senate and General Assembly of the state of New Jersey are pleased to recognize Pat Laapour upon this felicitous occasion and acknowledge his immeasurable contributions to his community and this nation throughout
many years which have secured for him the abiding respect of this legislature and the appreciation of a grateful citizenry. And whereas Pat Laapour served our nation with honor in the United States Marine Corps and he has further demonstrated uncommon measure of public spiritedness as an officer of the
Woodland Park Police Department as a member of the Burough Council and as a four-term mayor. And whereas his remarkable record of faithful allegiance earned for him the confidence of the P County electorate and upon assuming his seat on the board of county commissioners in 2004 he retired from
his position as a sales representative for the antimman's division of George Weston bakeries and devoted his full attention to his responsibilities on the board which included his critical work on the budget public works and administration and finance committees and his consequential leadership role as
board director a post he aly upheld five times. And whereas as the board of county commissioners budget chair, Pat spearheaded a host of initiatives that resulted in some dozen credit rating upgrades to the county's bond rating. And he is also commended for his
accomplishments on the Alfred H. Bowman Library Board, the Office of Emergency Management, the West Patterson Boys and Girls Club, the Camp Hope Commission, and the P County Board of Social Services. And whereas a proud resident of Woodland Park, we need to we need to
change that. Whereas as a proud resident of West Patterson, Pat Laapour has been upheld in his life and work by his beloved wife, Linda, and he takes immense pride in his son, Robert, and delights in the company of his two grandchildren. And whereas the strength and prosperity of the Garden State and
the vitality of our American society greatly depend upon the determined efforts of steadfast individuals exemplified by Pat Leaffor who utilize their time and talents to improve the effectiveness of our cities, towns, counties, and burrows and enhance the
quality of life for our friends and neighbors. And whereas Pat Laapour will be fetted by friends, family, and colleagues and his many achievements recalled during a retirement celebration on December 9, 2025. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Senate and General Assembly of the state of New Jersey,
that this legislature hereby salutes Pat Laor pays tribute to his meritorious history of dedication and commitment, and extends sincere best wishes for happiness and continued success in the days to come. And be it further resolved that a duly authenticated copy of this
resolution signed by the Senate President and the Assembly Speaker and attested by the Secretary of State and the Assembly Clerk, excuse me, Senate Secretary and Assembly Clerk be transmitted to the Honorable Pasqual. And since I have not said whereas enough
yet, it's also my privilege on behalf of this board and on behalf I know of so many of our former colleagues uh who are out there tonight and our future colleague who's out there tonight. Whereas Pasqua Pat Laapour was elected to the P County
Board of Chosen Freeholders in 2004 and faithfully served the residents of Pay County for 21 years with integrity, dedication, and unwavering commitment to public service. And whereas Commissioner Leapour's extensive public service history also includes four terms as mayor of Woodland Park and a term on the
Burough Council, where his leadership and passion for his community became the foundation of his service to the county. And whereas upon his election to the board of chosen freeholders, Pat retired from his role as a sales representative for the antenn's division of George Weston Bakeries, remaining an active
member of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Union Local 802 in Long Island City, New York, exemplifying his lifelong commitment to both labor and community. And whereas Commissioner Leapor's leadership has left an indelible mark on the county, having served on several important boards and
commissions, including the Alpha H. Bowman Library Board, the Office of Emergency Management, Patterson West Patterson Boys and Girls Club, the SE County Board of Social Services, Camp Hope Commission, and I would add as my predecessor on the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority. And
whereas as a member of the board of county commissioners, Commissioner Leapora served five times as director and participated on every standing committee, including the P County Technical Vocational Schools and Pay County Community College Boards of School Estimate, ensuring the continued growth and success of educational
institutions within the county. And whereas through his fiscal stewardship and leadership as budget chair for over a decade, Commissioner Leapor was instrumental in the successful implementation of initiatives that resulted in nearly a dozen bond rating upgrades from Moody's financial services, earning P County its highest
bond rating in history and leading to significant savings for taxpayers and enhanced fiscal stability for county government. And whereas PY County has an extremely rich history and the board of county commissioners of the county of Payic wishes to induct Pascal Pat Laor
into the Pose County Hall of Fame as a testament to his enduring legacy and exceptional contributions to the county. Now, therefore, be it proclaimed that the P County Board of County Commissioners does hereby honor and commend Commissioner Pat Laor for his 21 years of exceptional, devoted, and
distinguished service in Pay County. And be it further proclaimed that this board extends its deepest gratitude to Commissioner Leapor and his family and offers its warmest wishes for health, happiness, and continued success in all his future endeavors. signed by all
that. Thank you. Um, first of all, I want to thank everyone for coming by and I appreciate it very much. Uh, I can think of a whole bunch of things you could rather be doing tonight. Um, but I will reserve my remarks uh for my report.
Thank you very much. >> And I'd like to welcome Sheriff Thomas Adamo to the deis to make a presentation to tonight's honores. You have to come back down. >> You're You're pretty important today. I think you should kind of stay close to
the podium. >> Good evening, Commissioner Duffy. How are you? It's Sheriff Adamo, >> how are you? >> Good. >> Merry Christmas. >> Merry Christmas. Uh good evening, everyone. Uh on behalf of the P County Sheriff's Office, it is truly an honor
to be here tonight to present you guys with the certificate of recogn recognition. Um, like the chairman had said, both you and Commissioner Duffy have been tremendous supporters of both law enforcement and especially the state county sheriff's office. On a personal note, I'd like to both I'd like to thank
both of you for your friendship and your support during my campaign and my first year uh in office as P County Sheriff. So, I just want to thank you both and I truly wish both of you nothing but the best in the future. So, I'm going to read I'm going to read to you, Commissioner Duffy, I also have a plaque for you. We'll find a way to get it for
you to you otherwise I'll meet you over there on river and first >> first and river >> first or or first in river I they'll they'll get me there. So in recognition for your 21 years of service on the board of county commissioners and unwavering support to the citizens of
pate county your dedication and commitment has been greatly acknowledged in witness thereof the sponsors that caused these presented to be signed this 9th day of December 2025. Congratulations to the both of you.
Thank you very much. There she is. >> Oh, wait. Oh, there she is. >> Stand in front. Let's go in front. >> Yeah. Before we move on, I want to welcome Julian Jimenez, outreach coordinator for
Congresswoman Po's office to the podium for presentation on behalf of the congressman. >> Okay, good evening everybody. Good evening. >> Uh, it is an honor to be here today on behalf of Congresswoman Nelly Poe to celebrate the accomplished careers of both Commissioner Laapour and
Commissioner Duffy. She regrets she wasn't able to be here tonight as she had to remain in DC for votes. Uh, however, uh, on a personal note, when the commissioners first began serving, I was only three years old. Uh, however, I am familiar with so much
of what they have done in service to our community and it is men like them that have inspired me to dedicate my life to service as well. Uh, the congresswoman was proud to speak about their accomplishments on the floor of the house. Uh, her words are now forever memorialized in the US House of
Representatives and I am grateful to be able to present these congressional records to both Commissioner Duffy and Commissioner Leapor. Uh, thank you all and happy holidays. Make sure I have Don't go anywhere.
>> One more thing. We have a special presentation from Congressman Goahheimr's office. >> Please introduce yourself. >> I'm Cole Tui. I'm uh Congressman Goheimer's district director. As Congressman Goheimer's also stuck in DC with votes. He wishes he was able to be here and wished you guys a happy
retirement. He had these flags. The congressman had these flags flown over the capital in your honor. And each one is dedicated to both commissioners. So on behalf of Congressman Godheimer, I'd like to present you with your uh flag of the capital.
Make sure I have the right one here. >> There we go. All right, let's go. Okay. I just want to mention that um Councilwoman Ruby Cotton was here earlier. She had to get back to >> We'll do a little um she had to get back
to a council meeting. They're swearing in uh their new council person, Evie. Anyway, and I have these for you and Terry. Okay. Okay. So, and thank you for those heartfelt remarks that you've made. We
really love you, Pat, but we'll listen later. I know they're coming, but so far so good. Before we present the gifts that we have, Commissioner D'vor and I would like to offer a few reflections of our own about Pat and Terry. Two
colleagues I deeply admire. Pat Laapour, as I've said, has given more than 20 years of service to Pay County, building a legacy ground in fairness, responsibility, and an unwavering
dedication to our residents. His leadership as budget chair bought nearly a dozen bond rating upgrades for Moody's a dozen saving taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars and giving the
county the strongest financial footing in its history. Beyond his service on this board, Pat's commitment to community runs deep. From the Alfred H. Bowman Library Board to the Boys and Girls Club to the Office
of Emergency Management in Woodland Park, West Patterson. Uh Pat, your devotion to Woodland Park, to Pake County, and to your family shines through everything you do. They gave me the clean version to talk
about Terry. Is it blank? >> Terry has also served this county with distinction for more than two decades. A proud West Milford resident, small business off small business owner, and champion for public safety, Terry has
always put people first. From supporting our first respondents shaping I'm sorry from supporting our first responders to shaping recreation opportunities for youth and seniors through camp hope. Terry's work has touched every corner of this county.
His leadership in statewide business advocacy his dedication to the Knights of Columbus and the Blue Knights and his support to little league teams in Patterson and West Milford shows the breath of his commitment to community. Terry, your love for Pay County, your
pride to your family, and your belief and service have made a real difference in Pay County. We wish you the best. God bless you and good luck. >> You're welcome. >> Okay. At this point, we'd like to invite all the present and prior freeholder
holders/commissioners to join us at the podium. Come on, TJ. >> You're alive. >> Yes. Are you alive, >> Elise? >> I was going to grab on my leg now. You're not here.
>> That's what I'm going to miss the most. Pat and Terry, your years of thoughtful leadership, steady guidance, and community spirit have shaped this county in immeasurable ways. Your legacy will guide us for years to come, and it has
been an honor to serve alongside you. We're going to miss you. We're going to miss you. We're really going to miss you guys, just so you know. >> So much Thank you. >> Pleasure. >> Well, I'd say it's all mine, but I think
we shared the sentiment. So, we have one for each of you. Should I tell them what it is? >> Of course. >> Let him open it. >> Oh, let him open it. Yeah. >> Yeah. Put the >> Hold on. >> Exactly. >> What? We're keeping it clean. Terry,
>> make sure you got that. >> Sorry. >> You got to tell Terry what it is. >> Open up and read it. Oh, >> look on the back. >> Read the uh Got to read it. Here you go. Get in. All right, I'll read it.
>> There you go. It's too late. >> Maybe you'll be on time now. >> So, it's engraved >> on the watch. Thank you. 2005 2025
county commissioners. Terry, we're gonna have to hold yours. >> Yeah. >> Okay. >> You're welcome. >> Hold on. Thank you very much. >> Okay.
>> We're gonna take a picture. >> Thank you. >> Take a picture. >> Picture. Let's move this back a little bit. Let's move this back so we can get in front of it. I get it back. Everybody. No longer one second.
Uh, no. No. Cuz she has more to say. Uh before we continue, I just want to let everyone know there's great food downstairs, so don't leave without eating. Um at this point, I would like to call our current county administrator, Matt Jordan, to do some
closing remarks for us. >> Thank you, Commissioner. >> Happy to give us a report. That's coming. Chairman, he's making us all stay for the meeting now. That's what he did there. >> Before I before I get to you, I I I want
to recognize um and Terry um Mrs. Leapour. You know, it's not it's not easy being the spouse of an elected official. It's a lot of nights and weekends. Mrs. Duffy, too. Um, and and Linda, I I know you didn't want
him to run three years ago, and I like to think you you let him run to help me, you know, as I became administrator, and I'm eternally grateful for, you know, she that was so thank you, Mrs. Leapour. You know, a great deal has been said tonight about the long and distinguished
careers of Commissioner Duffy and Laapour. When these two commissioners were sworn in 21 years ago, S County was a very different place. Our county was financially unstable with borderline junk bond credit rating. Our infrastructure was crumbling and the p
county park system was in a state of disrepair. So much has changed because of your leadership and commitment. You leave behind a financially stable government with the highest credit credit rating in county history. Roads have been repaved and bridges restored and our park system has been expanded
and transformed into one of the best in New Jersey. Thank you both for your leadership in turning around P County. On a personal note, uh I'm deeply indebted to both of you for my own professional growth. In 2010, I was given the opportunity to work on your
reelection campaign, and I'd be remissed if I if we didn't recognize Sheriff Bernnick, who is your longtime running mate. We spent many long days and nights together over the past 15 years, and each of you has played an outside role in my development. For that, I will always be grateful. In that time, you
both become like family. From director director Leaport officiating my brother's wedding to Commissioner Duffy showing up at our Christmas Eve parties as Santa Claus when he traumatized my mother. We've shared a lot of moments and I cherish all of them. S County is better
because of your service and you will be greatly missed. And if I could just say in closing, you know, Chairman Curry talks a lot about, you know, good government is good politics and anytime Mr. Denova or I came to you guys with hard decisions. You always made them
because it was good government and and and you're going to be missed. Thank you. Uh I'm just going to quickly There's a lot of dignitaries in the room. Lou put the list together. So if I miss you, it's your fault. And you know, Lou, put the list together because first, our
county clerk, Daniel Ireland, thank you for joining us. our surrogate judge, Zoya Kasanova, the uh the the Woodland Park mayor and council, the Bloomingdale mayor and council, um commissioners elect Mike Magaglia and
Christina Schz, former freeholder TJ Best, uh former freeholder and assemblywoman Elise Evans. uh Camp Hope Cope Commissioners Barat Rana and Karen Cisco. Can see those.
Uh we have some mayors with us. North Halen mayor Randy George, Horththorn Mayor John Lane, former freeholder and Paic Mayor Hector Laura. You know, we've talked a lot about the county's financial state. In large part, it's because of our county auditor Steve
Wilcox. Uh, Reverend Alfred Steel of Seminary Baptist. Good to see you, Real. And former Woodland Park Mayor Keith Kasmar was here somewhere. >> He's in the hallway. >> I said I said
that. I think I'm turning it over to Commissioner Wazera. So this concludes our admiration and recognizing our two commissioners, Pat Laapour and Terry Duffy for tonight.
They'll be around for a while and we embrace them and we hope that they never really truly leave us for good. Thank you all for being here tonight. I invite you again to go downstairs, have some
have something to eat, and uh we'll join you down there as soon as we're done. Thank you. >> Good. >> Okay. Under commissioner reports, I'll go first. >> Um maybe not.
Pat, go ahead. >> Yes, go ahead. I'm sorry. >> Okay, >> Pat's gonna speak. >> Uh, first of all, um, I want to acknowledge my wife, Linda. Raise your hand, Linda. >> And the reason, uh, I want to acknowledge her because, chairman, you should know that she's not going to let
me out of her sight until Matt um, Mike and Christine get sworn in. So, she's going to be there all the time. Chairman, I want to take this opportunity to thank you uh for your support these last 21 years. Um you're you're you're an amazing person. I've
said to you many times, I've seen your job. I wouldn't want it. Um but you do amazing work. You find phenomenal people to serve on this board. You find phen phenomenal people to serve the county in many many respects. And for that I think
the people of state county truly don't under don't know the value of you chairman John Curry. Thank you very much. Also want to thank my running mate Terry and Rich Bird Nick. Um it was an honor and a privilege to run
with you. Um we got a lot of things done. We had a lot of laughs. Uh I don't even want to tell you the time that while we were campaigning when I was campaigning with Terry um we were in a rush to get to the next um next event
and he said he knew a shortcut and next thing I know I drove through the drive-thru of the Burger King. Unexplainable. Um, my colleagues, uh, Sandy, John, Bruce, Orlando, Rodney, and
congratulation also to Christina and Michael. You are going to be two amazing, amazing commissioners. There's no doubt. Um, Anthony Denova, um, I want to thank you for, and you mentioned it early on,
uh, that you, um, came into a mess and with your leadership and your knowledge and your expertise, you were able to turn it around. You were able to put people in leadership positions uh, in your administration uh, which helped
turn this this county around. I mean, I get we get a lot of accolades uh for what is accomplished u by this administration, but at the end of the day, it's you and the department heads and their employees who do the heavy
work, do the heavy lift, you know, we're just we're just the rudder. You guys are the engine. So, thank you very much. Um Matthew, you took the baton from Anthony. Um and you hit the ground running. uh you put
together uh also an amazing uh staff um also your department heads and the employees who are here. I can't begin to thank each and every one of you uh for all the work that you do, the dedication that you have to this county. Um it's
we see it firsthand. Um but I never get tired of saying just the great work that you that you all do. Sheriff Adamo, uh thank you for your service. um and your department. Uh you you are an amazing person. Uh you're going to do an amazing
job here. You've done an amazing job and I'm looking forward to seeing you um run this whole department. Um county clerk Danielle, we had conversations today. Um, you said a few nice things to me, but at the end of the day, you
taught me uh a whole lot of stuff, a whole lot of way to deal with people and and I'll never forget that. Um, and our surrogate, I know she was here. Oh, there you are. U, thank you so much for your service to the community. Um, a lot
of stuff that you do, a lot of people don't know about until they need you. and and I can say firsthand uh the people of Pay County surrogates office is in great hands. Um county council, I want to call you out because I love
saying your name, Nadesh. Um you're also doing an amazing job uh keeping us straight uh in terms of the law and uh and I'm just so so thankful for having you next to me. They're not going to hit me any ribs
anymore, but that's okay. Um, a clerk to the board, Lou In Mhof. Lou is um is also an amazing person. Uh he's got seven of us running around loose here in the back room and uh he he cor you know, he works hard to corral us and keep us
going in the same direction. And he wouldn't be able to do that without Lisa, Jasmine, and Vivian. I want to thank the three of you. Um, to all the county employees, um, too many to mention by name, but I know a
lot of you. I don't know all of you, but I know a lot of you. And I recognize the work that you do. And I can tell you this county wouldn't be in the position that was in if it wasn't for the county employees who dedicate themselves uh to the to the county and to the to the
workers uh I mean to the to the uh to the citizens. Um the uh and I would be remiss if I didn't thank the voters for returning uh Terry and I repeatedly unexplicably sometimes but repeatedly uh
to the board. Um, I I was I've been honored for the last 21 years uh to serve as your freeholder commissioner. Um, people are going to say you're going to miss that, miss this. I'm going to miss serving the people. I'm going to miss meeting people. I'm going to miss
helping people. But, uh, Christina and and Mike, I know you're going to pick up the mantle and and keep it going and keep the ball running. And I know you're going to do the right thing and to serve the people of this county. Um, to my
West Patterson family, I see you here. Thank you. Chairman, you noticed I said West Patterson family. Okay. Um, so, thank you very much for your support through the years. Um, um, serving on
the council with you has been an absolute honor. uh and you and I've been lucky to have two groups of people dedicated to the voters who put them there, the county folks and also the people of Woodland Park and West Patterson. So, thank you again. Um to my
son Robert and my daughter-in-law Rebecca and my grandchildren, Vivana, Maria and Venenzo Pasual. How's that for two Irish names? Um, thank you. And it's it's it's they're the people that keep me straight
and keep me going and keep me working hard as as all of you do. We all think of our children and our grandchildren and we do everything we can do to make their life better. Um I also want to thank the Lapour clan who have been incredibly supportive. There's a lot of
us. Um and uh goes without saying my wife Linda. Um, Terry, you remember what my wife said every time you asked me one more time? One more term. Do you remember? Yeah. I won't
>> I won't repeat it, but anyway. Um, Linda, thank you so much. Um, I also want to thank Tara Duffy, uh, aka Nancy, um, private joke, and, uh, for putting up, uh, with me and
Terry through these years. Uh, Linda, what can I say? I wasn't kidding when I said you keep your eye on me until Mike and Christina get sworn in. And uh, you'll see her. She's going to be right over my shoulder all the time. Um um I
don't want to take this out because the last thing I want to say is I know I am the favorite director of all the department heads even though they won't admit it because most of my meetings are fast and we get and I get you out of here
early. You spend a lot a lot of time uh serving the county and I'm much much appreciated. Uh and again, Anthony Matthew, my heart goes out uh and all the love and appreciation for everything that you do for this county. Thank you.
C can we get a uh picture with all the mayors and council members uh throughout Bet County with uh with the county commissioners, please? >> Like to get a picture. >> Take a picture. >> Yeah. >> Hello and welcome to Council
>> and council elect, please. My camera's not good. >> You got Come on. Come on. The buffet is open. Please come and enjoy. >> Brownstone. Director will be there.
>> We have quite a feast down there. Please enjoy. >> Go and eat. Yeah. >> Yeah. All right. >> Wow. Wow. >> That got to be on the record. >> Wow.
>> I was I was there. You still with us there? >> Still with us. remarks. Deputy director, you have any report? >> I just want to say I'm not a person that takes people
leaving lightly. I really am upset that you and Terry are leaving. But I'm also happy to have Mike and Christina coming on board. But you guys have been great to work with these past 11 years that I've been on. And
>> don't think I won't call you for some guidance. >> I will get Thank you. >> Thank you. >> Um, >> John Bartlett. >> Thank you, director. Um, first of all,
congratulations and my thanks uh to you and Terry uh as colleagues for literally the entire time I've been here so far. This will be a different day as without the two of you and Lord knows posing for photos will be different as well. Um, I'm grateful for the opportunity to have
learned as much as I have from you and I appreciate all the ways in which you've expressed uh the commitment that all of us feel uh to all the residents of Pay County. I also do want to mention uh we're in a very serious time in this
nation and later this week the US Senate is going to vote on a bill that would extend tax credits under the Affordable Care Act which are set to expire at the end of this month. The vote is expected to fail and as a result New Jerseyians will see their health insurance premiums spike by an average of 16% a year and
percentages can be abstract. But what that means for a typical P County family of four who gets their care on the affordable care act exchanges an extra $1,273 each month for the cost of health care. And that's just the Affordable Care Act exchanges.
The other big piece of the big beautiful bill that passed last year that's going to have a profound effect here in P County is the cuts to Medicaid. We have tens of thousands of uh P County residents on Medicaid including more than 30,000 children and they're served through the P County Board of Social
Services where my colleagues serve Aly as part of a of that board. Um, there's a difference between not being eligible for Medicaid anymore and not needing health care anymore. And one does not go with the other. And we are
about to face a profound crisis of health care in this county that we're going to need to be ready for. Um, the other piece of the big beautiful bill that's impactive to our Pay County family is the fact that the federal funding for staff to administer the
Medicaid program has been cut from 50% to 25%. And when we can't employ the people that it takes to help the people who are entitled to Medicare, it's all the harder for people to access. And it's all the harder for the folks at the board of social services to do what they
need to do on the whole range of services and and uh access to care that that body provides. And I know this is just one of many struggles we've had and are going to have under this administration. already we've faced a choice whether to uh dramatically shrink
our public health unit or whether to find ways to avoid doing that. Um as we go forward into 2026, these are going to be profound financial challenges, but we need to find ways to minimize the effect on our PO County family, both those that we employ and those that we serve. Um so
I just wanted to articulate that on behalf of myself and everyone who shares those concerns. And uh at the risk of really pivoting, I'll just also wish everyone very happy, uh Hanukkah, very merry Christmas, and wonderful times in
the holidays ahead. >> Thank you, uh, Commissioner Cruz. >> Thank you, Director. I just wanted to further extend congratulations to you and Commissioner Duffy. As I mentioned earlier, I will miss sitting next to him and uh just kind of watching him go
through the agenda and the questions he asked and and even the guidance he would provide me in some of the agenda items uh is is truly something that I will never forget. And more importantly, I had the honor of serving this year as the budget chair and the chair of admin
and finance. Um, I could not have done that without uh you by my side, director, and and your guidance and leadership and uh uh teaching me really to understand what was before me uh so that we continue to make those sound decisions to allow this county to
operate uh in the manner that it does. But um my only regret is not having you there moving forward. Uh but I'm sure you'll be a phone call away in case we had any questions. we will be looking to carry that torch on and continue that fiscal responsibility for this county
that you've established. And so I'm looking forward to that as well. Uh with that being said, um I would like my colleagues uh as we vote on this consent agenda. Um resolution number nine there, uh L9 is the reappoint of our CFO. Asking my
colleagues uh to understand that and support that because of all this talk of fiscal responsibility and the bond rating. Um, aside from us, obviously none of that could happen without our CFO, Rich Cahill. So, we're looking to proudly reappoint him for a another three-year term. Uh, and lastly, um, if
you've read it in the in the news recently, uh, myself, our county administrator, Matt Jordan, and our former administrator, Tony Denova, were all selected to represent Pose County in the Governor Elect's transition team. Uh and so we are looking forward to doing that work and communicating with our
governor elect and her team to ensure that the needs of P County are met uh moving forward in her first term uh as our governor of the state of New Jersey. Uh we will be attending our first transition team meeting uh in the next week or two. Uh and so we're looking to get roll up our sleeves alongside her
and get that work in and make sure that those resources return back to our county uh and reach those who who uh need it the most uh which is our residents. So, thank you again and congratulations to both uh Commissioner Duffy and Laapour. >> Thank you, uh, Commissioner D'vor.
>> Thank you, director. Uh, first and foremost, I want to thank Commissioner Duffy and yourself, Commissioner Leapor, for the 21 years service that you have provided for P County and moving it forward. to Commissioner Duffy. Thank
you for participating in guiding uh and collaborating with uh the planning and economic development committee this year. Uh it goes without saying that you have been a inspiration in leading us and making sure again we continue to
move P County forward. to my director. Fun fact, I don't know if everyone would ever hear us sometimes when we greet each other, but we would say, "Hello, twin." And you may not have know why we call
each other twin. I had the distinct pleasure of working with and for Pat Laapour when he became director previous to this time and he would send me out to represent him and I said why would I
said you know we're totally opposite no one's going to believe I'm with I'm you and we started calling each other twins and >> it worked >> it worked they didn't know who was who was there but my point of saying that was
it was mentioned mentioned how you were the epitome of democracy in decorum of politics to the point where you can write a book and have a blueprint on how democracy and politics should be done. I will tell you this and in sentiments of
Sandy, you will be missed. You and Terry, but I will also say this, your political DNA will remain on this day and it will be led throughout the years to let us know how to continue to move P County forward. And for that, I say
thank you, my twin. >> Thank you. >> I say this very cautiously, Commissioner Duffy. Commissioner >> Dy listening. Thank you, director. Um, this
is one question. Congratulations. Wish you all the best and you will do well. It's a great job. First thing they call free elders. No one really knew what a free was. I'm not quite sure it is what
it is now, but I wish you all the best. I've been an honor to serve with all of you in the past men and women. Um, one thing I'd be remiss is to talk about Limhoff and how
he runs our our office. He is truly not only a friend, but he's a professional. I can make him blush at a drop of a hat. He uh he cares and he cares deep deeply. So that being said, I wish you all the best. Merry Christmas
everyone. Happy New Year and let's carry on. Say >> thank you. >> I'd like to congratulate you, uh, Director and Commissioner Duffy on your retirement. I'm especially going to miss you because every time I see you, the welcome the dash.
>> I don't know if anyone's gonna welcome me like that again, but I'll miss you. It was a pleasure working with both of you. >> Thank you. Thank you. >> Okay. Uh I'll take a motion to open the public portion of the meeting. >> So moved. Second by Lazarus. Second by D'vor. Roll call.
>> County Commissioners Bartlett. >> Yes. >> Cruz. >> Yes. >> D'vor. Yes. >> Duffy. >> Yes. >> Deputy Director Lazera. >> Yes. >> Director Leapour. >> Yes. Anyone from the public wishing to be heard, please step forward, state your name, your address, uh remind you
that anything you say is a matter of public record, and you have three minutes. >> And I know what's coming. >> Go ahead. Go ahead, commissioner. >> See, no one at the podium. I move to close public. >> I second that motion made by Deputy,
second by Cruz. Roll call. County Commissioners Bartlett, >> yes. >> Cruz, >> yes. >> D'vor, >> yes. >> Duffy, >> yes. >> Deputy Director Lazar, >> yes. >> Director Leapour, >> yes. Uh, does any commissioner want anything removed? Okay. I'll take a
motion for L1 to L87. >> So moved. >> Second by D'vor, second by Lazar. Roll call. >> County Commissioners Bartlett. >> Yes. >> RSE. >> Yes. D'vor, >> yes. >> Duffy, >> yes. >> Deputy Director Lazar,
>> yes. >> Director Leapour, >> yes. Take a motion on the personnel. >> Move the personnel. Second. >> Much made by Cruz, second by Bartlett. Roll call. >> Commissioners Bartlett, >> yes. >> Cruz, >> yes. >> D'Vor, >> yes. >> Duffy, >> yes. >> Deputy Director Lazar,
>> yes. >> Director Leapour, >> yes. Before I call for anjourn, I want to wish everyone a very merry Christmas. >> Bills. >> I didn't see the bills. >> Not yet. I'll move the bills. Second. >> Pay the bills. >> That was fast. Motion made by Bartlett.
Second by D'vor. Roll call on the bills. >> County Commissioners Bartlett. >> Yes. >> Cruz. >> Yes. >> D'Vor. >> Yes. >> Duffy. >> Yes. >> Deputy Director Lazar. >> Yes. >> Director Lefor. >> Yes. >> Director, if I could, I I just want to congratulate our CFO Rich Cahill on his
reappoint. You are Good job there, Rich. Um, before I call for an adjournment, I just want to wish everyone a very merry Christmas, a happy new year, happy holidays, and uh, stay safe. >> Let's go eat. >> Motion to adjurnn. >> So moved.
>> Second. >> Cruz, second by D'vor. Roll call. >> County Commissioners Bartlett. Yes. Cruz. Yes. Zor, >> yes. >> Duffy, >> yes. >> Deputy Director Lazar, >> yes. >> Director Leapor, >> yes. Thank you. Good night, everyone.