Exercise. [music] Good evening and welcome to the city's reorganization meeting. Pursuant to the open public meetings act, adequate notice of this meeting has been provided. The agenda for this meeting is posted in city hall and on the city's
website, summersggov.org. The first order of business is this wearing in of city officials. The newly reelected city council member for Ward One, Shawn McGligan, please come to the podium with his wife, Teresa, and son and daughter-in-law, Colin and Jordan,
to be sworn in by Atlanta County Commissioner Moren Kern. Never done [laughter] Are we on? >> Okay. Am I on? Is this on? >> I can hear you. >> Okay. [laughter] Okay. Repeat after me. I state your
name. I, Sean McQueen, >> do solemnly swear >> do solemnly swear >> that I will support the Constitution of the United States >> that I will support the Constitution of the United States >> and the Constitution of the State of New Jersey. the Constitution of the State of New Jersey. that I will bear true faith
>> I will bear true faith >> and allegiance to the same >> and allegiance to the same >> and the governments established in the United States >> and the governments established in the United States >> and in this state >> and in this state >> under the authority of the people >> under the authority of the people >> and that I will faithfully
>> that I will faithfully >> impartially >> impartially >> and justly perform all the duties of the office of city council >> and and justly perform all the duties of the office of city council >> according to the best of my ability according to the best of my ability. >> So help me God.
>> So help me God. >> Congratulations. >> Thank you. At this time, will newly elected city council member for W 2, Morgan Slaughter, and her son, Ryder, please come forward to the podium to be sworn in by her dad, former mayor John D.
Maria. >> [snorts] [snorts] >> Okay, repeat after me. I Margan Clark >> I Margin Clark >> do solemnly swear >> do solemnly swear >> that I will support the Constitution of the United States >> that I will support the Constitution of the United States
>> and the Constitution of the State of New Jersey >> and the Constitution of the State of New Jersey >> that I will bear true faith >> that I will bear true faith >> and allegiance >> and allegiance >> to the same >> to the same >> and the government established in the United States
>> in the government established in the United States >> in and in this faith >> under the authority of the people >> under the authority of the people. >> And I will faithfully and impartially [snorts] and justly >> I will faithfully and partially and justly >> perform all the duties
>> perform all the duties >> of the office of city council war two >> of the office of city council war two >> according to the best of my ability >> according to the best of my ability. So help me God.
Okay. Okay. >> [clears throat and snorts] >> Now I will call for nominations for president of city council for the year 2026. >> Madam clerk, I would like to nominate Councilman Kirk Cody.
>> Can I have a motion? >> Second. [clears throat] >> That was a motion. >> That was a motion. I have a second. Second. >> Thank you. Are there any other nominations? Hearing none, I'll need a roll call vote for the election of Council Member Garity for President of Council for
2026. Council member Deanis, >> yes. >> Council member Johnston, >> yes. >> Council member Slaughter, >> yes. >> Council member Dill, >> yes. >> Council member Mcwigan, >> yes. >> Council member Gity, >> yes. >> Congratulations, Council President Gity.
Please come forward and accept the gavvel. [applause] >> All right. Our next order of business is I need a motion for nomination for president prom. >> Mr. President. >> Uh, yes, Mr.
>> I would like make a motion to appoint Janice Johnson as the president promp. >> I'll second that. >> Can I hear a second? >> A second. >> Okay. Are there any other nominations?
No other nominations. Can I get a roll call, please? >> Council member Depampus. >> Yes. >> Council member Johnston, >> yes. Council member Slaughter, >> yes. >> Council member Dill, >> yes. >> Council member Mcwigan, >> yes. >> Council President Gity,
>> yes. >> All right. Congratulations. >> Thank you. [applause] >> All right. Our first order of business will be, can we have a roll call of the council? [snorts] >> Council member Habberhorn. >> Council member Dill
>> here. Council member Johnston >> here. >> Council member Mcwigan >> here. >> Council member Slaughter >> here. Council member Depampilis >> here. >> Council President Gity >> here. >> Okay, we'll move on to resolutions. Uh
resolution number [snorts] one6. >> Yes. Thank you. >> Resolution number one of 2026, appointment of municipal solicitor namely Thomas E. Smith. >> Can I get a motion? >> I'll make a motion. >> Second. >> Second.
>> Any questions? All in favor? >> Opposed? Motion carries. Welcome back and forth. [snorts] >> I'll take my cash later. >> All right. And if everybody will rise
for the salute flag. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for one nation under God indivisible with liberty and justice for all.
>> Okay. Do we have a yellow picture? might want to introduce something. It's >> Reverend Lewis. >> How about Pastor Lou? [laughter] >> That makes it a lot easier. >> No problem. Good evening. I always like
to share a little bit of scripture before we pray because I think it gives us a good example. And this one comes from Paul's letter to Timothy. I urge then first of all that petitions, prayers, intercession, and thanksgiving
be made for all people, for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good and pleases God, who wants all people to be saved, and to come to a
knowledge of the truth. You all have been elected to represent the people that you serve. not that you lord over. And part of what Paul did to Timothy was separated from him to give him an example
to give him a mentor to lead him forward so that he could develop the future leaders. I think today it's a good time to pray for our future leaders as well as for you. So let's take a moment and pray.
Almighty God, we give you thanks for these United States for 250 years of freedom. Freedom from tyranny and oppression, freedom to govern in the way that we feel is suitable
even into a local environment. Tonight we ask your blessing upon all who have taken an oath of office here and everywhere else throughout this county, state, and country that they may continue to serve the people that they
represent. that they may continue to look for the best interest of those that are the most needy and that they may work hard and always [clears throat] understand that they are in our thoughts and our prayers even through the difficult
times. For we pray this all in your holy name. Amen. Amen. Amen. Thank you. [clears throat] >> [snorts] >> I think so. You should >> I'm going to recognize some dignitaries in the uh audience and you'll have to cut me some slack because this is
written in lefth hand cursive [laughter] Senator Palestina, Assemblyman Don Guardian, County Commissioners June Burn, John Rizley, Moren Kern, and Hardy Shanker, former mayor John D. Maria, former
council woman Karen Bruno, Mike Owen, and Carl Doddano. [snorts] Uh, have I missed anybody? If so, stand up and identify yourself. >> Sheriff Oh, is he here? I got my glasses on. I can't see him. Where's he at? [laughter]
Sheriff, >> former sheriff Jimmy and also uh a retired uh longtime officer of the police department here, Gary Gray. all the way out there hiding in the back who has been retired for so many years. Doesn't
>> Thanks for writing that down. >> Even left hand, you know, it's going to be a long year. >> All right, next [clears throat] Dennis T will address the bubble. Oh, no, wait a minute. I skip, you interrupted me there. uh each council member will have time to address and I'd like to start
with Rick on that end and we'll work our way down. >> Okay, I can start. >> I would like to thank I mean I would like to congratulate uh Sean and Morgan on their uh election to city council and
uh I hope uh they uh support us as well as [snorts] Mike Owen did when he was here and I'm sure they will. And uh again, congratulations and and also to you, Kirk. >> Oh, thank you.
>> Am I next? Okay. Thank you. Uh welcome everyone. It's always nice to see when this room is full for a good reason. Um [laughter] uh I just want to let everybody know I take this seat very seriously and I think everybody else up here also does.
And uh we try and do our best. So, um, welcome to Morgan, our newest member and, uh, congratulations to both you and Sean on your election win. And, uh, I look forward to, uh, moving forward and
getting some more good things done to our great town. >> Yes. Uh, I also would like to congratulate both Sean McGrigan and Morgan Slaughter for uh their new positions in the on the city council through election. I'd also like to take
the time to thank our public safety department which is police, fire, and emergency management. As well as even though it's a contracted service, I was unfortunate enough to have to use them on several occasions. I'd like to thank
the eggbertland service. the Summersport Administration, all its offices and all its employees, uh the public works staff, and the municipal engineers office. And finally, uh but not last, uh all the volunteers
of all the boards that serve on this uh in this community. Uh without our volunteers, this town would never be what it is. And I want to thank all of you for uh your [clears throat] service as volunteers. Thank you. Joan, you want to go?
>> Thank you. Um, yes. First of all, I'd like to thank my wife, my uh Colin and Jordan who were able to make it tonight, as well as the rest of my family that have supported me uh in my endeavor to, you know, help serve the community. I am
uh honored and humbled uh to be put back in this seat. Uh and I look forward to uh working hard again uh for for the citizens of of this great town. Uh like uh Mr. Dill said, I you know, I want to make sure that I thank first off our
police department, our volunteer fire department, uh as well as uh uh office of emergency management, and of course all the all the uh city employees, uh the sewer department, the department of public works, and and uh all the staff
here in in uh city hall that uh you know have worked with me over the years and and hopefully will work for me over these next three years. Uh it it's been like I said, it's been a real honor to serve this community and I look forward to uh doing it again and I and I welcome
our newest uh council person and and wish her the best. >> Thank you. >> Thank you. >> I'm up. Well, first off, I want to thank everybody for being here. Um I I truly appreciate, you know, the community's trust and support and belief in me um to
serve the community. um thank my family um my son and all my friends and loved ones for their support and dealing with the multiple elections and the time uh that I you know put into it to to get elected. Um I definitely don't take this
responsibility lightly. Um I look forward to listening to the residents um working collaboratively and being accessible and responsive to the needs of the community. My goal is to serve with integrity, transparency, and genuine dedication um you know to making
Summers Points uh an even better place to live and raise our families. Um I too look forward to getting to know the various departments uh the office of emergency management, the police, the fire um so that I too can work alongside um you know and and and make all of the
departments um you know work cohesively together um and happily uh for our citizens here. Um and again I just you know I just thank you for placing you know your trust with me. I'm excited to get to work and I'm definitely honored uh to serve the people of Summers Point.
I myself I've been a lifetime resident here and I've had the privilege of raising my son here. So, it's in a community that I'm proud of and I'm even more now proud to uh be able to serve the rest of the community. So, thank you. [applause]
>> And I just like to say thank all of you for being here because you are who we represent. And where's John Risley at? Remember [laughter] 31 years ago [snorts] I replaced you. You were sitting in this
seat and you were newly elected as freeholder at the time. >> I was a lot younger and a lot better. [laughter] >> Yeah. And I was a lot younger and a lot better looking. So, but I was lucky enough to come in here and was a deer in the headlights
when I got here and learned how to do this job. And I can imagine how Morgan feels a little bit here. And it's so nice to have some young blood up here. We need to get more younger people involved. And I remember when I sat at
my first meeting here and I was only in my early 30s, I believe, and thought, "God, I'm sitting here with all these old people, [laughter] you know." And uh as former mayor John De Maria remarked
to me earlier, you're still here. [laughter] So uh we need to get people out here. We need to get them involved. We need to continue Summers Point's idea of volunteerism. This has always been an exceptional town. We've always been able
to get people when we needed them to come out and and give their time to help this community because we all live here and we all think it's the greatest place around. So somehow the secret got out and we're being invaded. But yeah, so I
thank every one of you for coming here. Mayor, you want to take out that? >> Sure. Speaking of being invaded, you know, you know, as we begin the new year and we reorganize for the work ahead, I just want to take a moment and reflect on the
incredible progress that we've made together here in 2025. Summers Point continues to grow and thrive, and that's because of the dedication and vision of this council and this community. This past year, we saw major strides in housing development projects like Salt
House, the Lynx of Great Bay, 90 Broadway, not only bringing new life to our neighborhoods, but each includes an affordable housing component, ensuring that Summers Point remains a place where everyone can call home. We've also worked hard to preserve our marit
maritime heritage, a cornerstone of our identity. The opening of South Jersey Yachts, the new Way Point Marine on Bay Avenue, and the upcoming Vajala boat sales on Maze Landing Summers Point Road enforce our commitment to boating and fishing traditions that define our
waterfront community. Infrastructure has been another priority. As as we know, we got detours all over the place. Safety improvements along Shore Road, Route 9, Bay Avenue, underway to make travel safer and more efficient for all of us. These projects are investments in the
future and create a stronger, safer city for generations to come. On the economic front, exciting things are happening. The Paddle Club and Bay Avenue Brewery open to set this open up this spring will complete the north end of the historic district and bring new energy
and commerce to the area. And coming later in the year, we'll welcome Aldi's, Chick-fil-A, Panera Bread, new businesses that will generate ratables to help stabilize our tax base and keep Summers Point financially strong. These accomplishments reflect the shared
vision, growth, and respect of our heritage, revitalization that strengthens our economy, and planning that ensures a bright future for all. Uh, in closing, I do want to take this opportunity to to thank everyone like
everyone else did. I want to, you know, welcome Morgan on, welcome Sean back on. Uh, we can't do this job without the input of everyone that's here. We can't make this town as good as it is without all the volunteerism that we have here.
And with that, I thank you for all that. Now, on a personal note, because every now and then I get to do that as mayor, today is my grandson's fth birthday, Killian. And what I usually do is when
it happens to fall on the counseling night, I have him put YouTube on and I wish him a happy birthday. Unfortunately, he won't be able to be watching that because his 10-year-old brother Dillinger is having an emergency
appendecttomy. >> Oh my god. >> And he I am waiting to see how he makes out. But I did FaceTime him and he was more upset that he could not play in the ice hockey tournament this weekend. So, but with that, I want to wish Killian a
happy birthday and all my love. And I want to wish Dillinger speedy recovery. And I'm done. >> No, you're not. You're saying you have to do proclamation. [laughter] All right. Give me a minute. >> No.
Uh, proclamation number one, appointing the Historic Preservation Commission. naming. Class A, Tara McGinness. Class B, Donna Moore, Levi Fox. Class C, Bill Ryder, uh, Marian McVey, William Duffy,
Li Mchuan, and alternate is, uh, Debbie Argent. Proclamation number two, appointing planning board members. Uh, class one is the mayor. Class two, Steve
Hornick. Class three, Howard Dill. Class four, Jack Shields, Brian Cotton, Max Slusher, Paul Straki, and Arminist Vince Lombardi, and John Okconor. Proclamation number three, environmental
commission appointments. Uh, naming Pam Demarco, Linda Kaiser, Sue Ekinger, Paul Luggate, Jack Shields, Bill Riner, and John Hellbig as a chair. Thank you, John.
And we got proclamation number four appointing the veterans advisory board in name members Tommy Inente US Navy US Army Reserve Ronnie Bird US Navy get a haircut [laughter]
John El Glasser Jr. US Air Force. Robert Howser, US Navy. Phil Huber, US Army. William Boon, Marine Corps. Fred Fontana, US Air Force. Larry Lemieux as exeicio member, US Marine Corps. And
Howard Dill, US Army, Morgan Slaughter, US Air Force as council liaison. Moving right along. Proclamation number five. expressing expressing appreciation to American Legion Post Commander Larry
Lemieux for his leadership in the hometown hero campaign. Whereas the city of Summers Point recognizes the importance of honoring the brave men and women who have served our nation in the armed forces and where the hometown hero campaign has provided
a meaningful and visible tribute to these individuals fostering community pride and remembrance. Whereas Larry Lemieux of of American Legion Post 352 has demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment in organizing
and overseeing this campaign. Whereas, through his efforts, numerous banners have been displayed throughout the city, ensuring that the sacrifices and services of our local heroes are recognized and celebrated. Therefore, be it proclaimed by I, Dennis Tap, mayor of
the city of Summers Point, hereby extend heartful gratitude and appreciation to Commander Larry Lemieux for his exemplary service and leadership in making the hometown hero banner campaign a success and being furthermore proclaimed that a copy of his proclamation will be
presented to Larry Appreciation. So, thank you. [applause] Come on. Thank you. Appreciate everything. >> [laughter] >> That's better. >> By the way, he's the only man I hug me and my wife's our
[laughter] thanks for uh, you know, came to him for this. We've been no hesitation to take care of it. And Steve Wars and you know
the real heroes [clears throat] are freedom. [clears throat] So thank you for this. Proclamation number six, honoring Judge Freed. Whereas the city of Summers Point recognizes and honors individuals have that have dedicated themselves to the
service of our community with integrity, professionalism, and unwavering commitment. Whereas Howard as where Judge Howard E. Fleet Esquire has faithfully served as municipal judge for the city of Summers Point for 14 years, presiding over in municipal court with
fairness, impartiality, and respect for the law. And whereas during his tenure, Howard, Judge Howard E. Freed Esquire has exemplified the highest standards of judicial conduct, ensuring that justice was administered with compassion and
consistency, thereby earning the admiration and gratitude of our citizens. And whereas his dedication has contributed significantly to the safety, order, and well-being of our community and his leadership has left an enduring impact on the administration of justice
in Summers Point. And whereas upon his retirement from Summers Point, we wish to express our heartfelt appreciation for his years of service and commitment to the principles of justice. Now therefore, I Dennis Tap, mayor of the city of Summers Point, do hereby
proclaim January 2nd, 2026 is a day of recognition for Judge Howard E. Freed Esquire and extend our deepest gratitude for his 14 years of distinction distincted service as municipal judge. >> [applause]
>> There you go. And now we have proclamation number seven, uh, honoring, uh, Phil Gaffne, where Phil Gaffne faithfully served the city of Summers Point for many years as a dedicated member of law enforcement, rising to the rank of police captain.
After his retirement from the police force, Phil became the coordinator of the Office of Emergency Management, ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents. And whereas throughout his distinctive 14 years as coordinator of the Office of Emergency Management,
Phil Gaffne has demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and commitment to public service, earning the respect and admiration of colleagues, community members, and elected officials alike. Whereas his tireless efforts in emergency preparation
Papa yeah preparation [laughter] preparedness and respon and and response have strengthened the resilience of summers point safeguarding lives and property during the times of crisis and exemplifying the highest standard stands
standards of civic responsibility. And whereas Phil Gaffne retires as coordinator of the office of emergency management, we recognize not only his years of dedicated service, but also the lasting impact he made on our community through his integrity, compassion, and
unwavering dedication to the duty. Now, therefore, I, Dennis Tap, mayor of the city of Summers Point, do hereby proclaim also January 2nd, 2026 is a day to honor Phil Gaffne for his outstanding contributions to the city of Summers Point. extend his our heartfelt
gratitude and best wishes for a happy and fulfilling retirement. Phil can't be here. Phil has the flu, but doesn't mean we can't clap. Way to go, Phil. [laughter] All right. Before we get back into the
resolutions, I just like to make an announcement about uh it's always been tradition to have an after party uh after this meeting and it'll be at the sponsoring that and come. There'll be free food, cash bar. Uh the food is
compliments of Councilman Mcwigan. So please all of you [laughter] come and run. >> All right. >> Compliments of me and my supporters. So don't >> but please come.
>> All right. Resolution number two. Resolution number two of 2026, fire department officers, namely city fire chief Michael C. Sweeney, deputy fire chief Jay Loader, Assistant Chiefs James Summers and Patrick Winkler, captains
Timothy Welsh and Robert Blaine, Lieutenants Christopher Martin Jr. and Donald Dunlevy, Fire Marshal Gray Ays, Assistant Fire Marshal Kimell Feinstein, and safety officers Robert Blumbberg and Michael Ion. >> Need a motion.
>> Move. >> Second. >> Second. >> Any questions? >> Uh, Mr. President, if I may, I just, you know, we can't thank these uh uh volunteer firefighters enough. Uh, I'll never grow tired of doing that and particularly these gentlemen that take a
uh uh step forward and take leadership positions. Uh, thanks once again. Thank you. >> Anyone else? >> May I? >> Yeah, sure. >> Uh, I too want to thank I just saw you guys yesterday. you know, we had a structure fire and it was all hands on
deck and every all everyone was there uh running there putting the fire out early morning cold New Year's Day. Um I just I'm so impressed that uh you guys take the time and run to the fire where I
would run away from the fire. But uh thank you very much. I'm so proud of you guys. Thank you. [applause] ALL in favor? >> I motion carries. Number four. >> Number three. >> Number three.
>> Oh, I'm sorry. >> Resolution number three of 2026, appointments of harbor master and emergency management coordinators. Harbor Master Mike Kediora, Municipal Coordinator Chief Robert Summers, and Deputy Coordinators Jack Shields and
Mike Kedora. >> Need a motion? >> I'll make that motion. >> Second. >> Any comments? >> Hearing none. All in favor? >> I motion carries. Did you want to
>> Yes, please. If the fire officers and the emergency management coordinators would come forward, please. Don't worry, buddy. >> Is he still in high school? You're the cutest one up there. >> All right, if you'd all raise your hand and repeat after me. I state your name.
>> Do solemnly swear. that I will support the Constitution >> I will support the Constitution >> of the United States >> of the United States >> and the Constitution >> of the State of New Jersey >> that I will bear true faith and
allegiance >> to the same to the governments established in the United States >> and in this state under the authority of the people >> and that I will faithfully
impartially >> and justly perform all the duties of >> according to the best of my ability. So help me God. [applause] Okay.
[clears throat] >> Well, there is Gary Gray out there. [laughter] 25. >> I cleared the room. >> All right, let's continue. Number four, >> resolution number four of 2026, the 2026
temporary budget. >> I can't believe Well, you know how to clear a house there, buddy. >> I know. When has that ever changed? shaking hands. >> Yeah. Kissing babies. [laughter]
We'll >> continue on. Number four, >> resolution number four of 2026, the 2026 temporary budget. Need a motion. >> I move that motion. >> Second. >> Second. >> Any questions?
>> Hearing none. All in favor? >> Opposed? >> Motion carries. Number five. Resolution number five of 2026, zoning board appointments, namely Doug Gilbert, Joseph Kratic, Sean Rowan, John Hellbig,
Elizabeth Lawler, Mike Kedora, Rex Granis, and alternates Harry Kent, and Mike Owen. >> Need a motion. I'll make that motion. >> Second. >> Second. >> Questions? Hearing? None. All in favor? >> I
motion carries. Number six, >> resolution number six of 2026, appointment of municipal prosecutor, namely Adam Barker, Esquire. >> Motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> Second. >> Second. All right. Any questions? >> Hearing none. All in favor?
>> I oppose. Motion carries. Number seven. >> Resolution number seven of 2026, appointment of public defender, namely Frank Lintz, Esquire. >> Motion. Can I make that motion? >> Second. [clears throat] Can I get a second?
>> Okay. >> Any questions? >> Hearing none. All in favor? >> I posted none. Motion carries. Number eight. >> Resolution number eight of 2026 contracting with municipal account
Accountant namely Leo Leon Costello of Ford Scott and Associates. >> Need a motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> Need a second. >> Second. >> Any questions? Hearing none. All in favor? >> I [snorts]
any oppose? None. All right. Motion carries. Number nine. >> Resolution number nine of 2026 class 3 planning board appointment, namely council member Howard Dill. >> Can I get a motion? >> So move. >> Second.
>> Second. >> All right. Any questions? >> Hearing none. All in favor? >> I opposed. Number. >> Okay. [laughter] >> Yes.
>> Number 10. >> Resolution number 10 of 2026 recreation commission appointments namely Donna Shields, Larry Randor, Brandon Adams, Michael Stanton, Chris Marshall, Matt Endicott, and Michael Stewart. >> Can I get a motion?
>> I'll make that motion. >> Second. >> Any questions? All in favor? >> I. >> All right. Motion carries. Number 11. >> Resolution number 11 of 2026. Appointment of tax appeal attorney,
namely Thomas G. Smith, Esquire. >> Can I get a motion? >> I'll make that motion. >> Second. [clears throat] >> Second. >> All right. Any questions? All in favor? >> I. >> I. >> All right. Motion carries. >> Number 12. Resolution number 12 of 2026
appointing city engineer namely Greg Schneider of the firm of Kate Schneider Engineering LLC. >> Need a motion. Call that motion. >> Need a second. >> Second. >> All right. Any questions? I just have a comment that I've been
here for a while now and this firm and and Greg Snider do a phenomenal job for our city and they save us I don't even know how much in dollars and staying ahead of things and just keeping everything
the way it should be and uh they they always do a great job so they definitely have my vote. I concur. Uh, all those in favor. >> I opposed. Motion carries 13. >> Resolution number 13 of 2026,
contracting with Polystina and Associates for engineering services regarding Summers Point Sewer utility. >> I'll make that motion. >> Can I have a second? >> Second. >> All right. Any questions? All in favor? >> Opposed? Motion carries.
>> Number 14. >> Resolution number 14 of 2026, appointment of bond council, namely McManaman Scotland and Balman. >> Need a motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> I need a second. >> Second.
>> Any questions? Hearing none. All those in favor? >> I oppose. Motion carries. Number 15. Resolution number 15 of 2026, appointing attorney to represent the city of Summers Point in matters involving New
Jersey Council on Affordable Housing and Fair Housing Act matters, regulations, and compliance, namely Michael J. Edwards, Esquire. >> Motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> I get a second. >> I'll second it. >> Any questions? Hearing none. All those
in favor? >> Oppos? Motion carries. Number 16. Resolution number 16 of 2026, Summers Point Arts Commission appointments, namely Donna Moore, Lois Gregory, Shaina Kestrel, Karen Sutherland, Christine
Toland Olrich, Margie Gered, Jenny Swift, Dan Meyers, Kelly Carver, and advisory members Karen Clayton and Mike Owen. >> Can I get a motion? >> I'll make that motion. >> Can I get a second? >> Second. >> Any questions?
Hearing none. All those in favor? I >> opposed. Motion carries. You guys could sound a little more enthusiastic. >> I'm trying down here. >> Number 17. >> Resolution number 17 of 2026, green team
advisory committee, namely Jack Shields, Pam Demarco, Linda M. Kaiser, William Reiner, Sue Secureer, John Hellbig, and Paul Luggate. >> Can I get a motion? >> I'll gladly make that a motion. I'll gladly second it.
>> All right. Any questions? All right. Hearing none. All in favor? >> All right. Motion carries. Number 18. >> Resolution number 18 of 2026 appointing planner and grant consultant, namely James M. Ratah Associates.
>> Need a motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> I'll second. >> Any questions? Hearing none. All in. I >> I say the I part >> I uh motion cars number 19
>> resolution number 19 of 2026 appointing Reverend Lou as police chaplain >> need a motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> I'll second it. >> Any questions? >> No, Mr. President. Uh, every time I leave the house to come to
a city council meeting, I say to my [clears throat] wife, I got to go do the uh people's work. Uh, Pastor Lou, you're doing God's work and and we can't thank you enough for that. What you do for these police forces in South Jersey uh cannot be uh uh we can't uh give thank
you enough for that and and I really appreciate it and you're uh an absolute pleasure to be around. Thank you. Yes, definitely. >> All right. All in favor? >> I motion carries. Number 20. Resolution
number 20 of 2026. Resolution authorizing an award of contract for extraordinary unspecified services to professional benefits consultants, Inc. for insurance consultant services related to the program pursuant to NJSA4A1-51A1
and NJAC 534-1.1. >> Can I get a motion? >> I'll make that motion. >> Can I get a second? >> Second. >> Any questions? Hearing none. All in favor? >> I motion carries number [clears throat]
21. Resolution number 21, 2026, appointment of COA Municipal Planner, namely Collier's Engineering and Design. >> Need a motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> I'll second it. >> Questions? Hearing none. All in favor?
>> I oppose. None. Motion carries. Number 22. >> Resolution number 22 of 2026 appointing labor attorney, namely Barker, Gelfand, James, and Sarvis. Need a motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> Need a second.
>> Second. >> Any questions? >> Hearing none. All in favor? >> I >> hearing none. Motion carries number 23. >> Resolution number 23 of 2026 accepting the resignation of Howard E. Reed Esquire as municipal judge for the city
of >> a motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> Need a second. >> Second. >> Any questions, >> Mr. President? Sure. Uh I just want to thank personally thank uh Judge Free. Uh judges are really the only thing that uh
are keeping us from uh absolute chaos. It's a difficult job and uh I appreciate anybody that steps up for that and free serve judge freed serves this community for quite some time. >> Thank you. >> Thank you.
Uh how do you plead there? Everybody want to vote? I >> I [laughter] any opposed? All right. Motion carries. Let's do number 24. >> Resolution number 24 of 2026 appointing
Mark J. Nead as municipal judge for the city of Summers Point to fill the unexpired contract term for Judge Howard E. Freed Esquire. >> Need a motion. >> I'll make that motion. >> See a second. >> Second. >> All those in favor? I
>> opposed. Not hearing any. Motion carries. Now we move into the consent agenda. I need a motion for the consent. >> So move second for sure. >> Any questions? >> We're not allowed to have questions. >> Question.
>> It's a consent agenda. >> All right. Can I have a motion of approval here? A vote of approval? Hi. >> Hi. >> Hi. >> Anybody? >> No. Okay. Let's move on to the next order of
business, which is new business, I believe. >> Mr. Smith, do you have something for us? >> Yes, I do. [snorts] >> I went to lunch today with Councilman Havorn that he was designing
last uh uh speech I guess call it council president thanking everyone effectively today and he sent a excuse me an email to our city
follows please accept this as my official resation city council with regret that I must take this action respect for people. I hope all council members feel the same. It's been a pleasure to serve all
the resolution accepting that at the next council meeting or make an application motion tonight to accept it. >> Doesn't he have to do that in writing to the clerk? emails devices.
>> Okay. All right. What's your pleasure? Anyone? >> I'll make a motion. I'll make a motion that we accept this resignation. >> Is there a second? >> Second. >> All right. Any questions? Hearing none. Uh all those in favor? >> I >> I
>> I. >> Any who's opposed? Anybody? No. All right. So, done. All right. Uh you'll notify the powers to be on uh replacement. Thank you. All right, let's
go into discussion of the bills if no one has any more new business. >> Sure. Uh this evening we have record payments 1231 now 84,58. >> Okay. Now I need a motion to open to the public. >> I'll make that motion.
>> Second. >> Second. >> All right. All in favor? >> I >> I. Anyone from the public want to get up and speak? Seeing none, I need a motion to close. >> Motion to close the public portion. >> Second. >> All right. All in favor?
>> All right. Now, I need a motion to pay the bills. >> I'll make that motion. >> I need a second. >> Second. >> You have any last question on the bills? All right. All in favor? >> I. >> All right. Comments from the governing
body. Anybody have anything left to say? Dillinger is out of surgery and we're just waiting for >> with that. Can I get a motion to adjourn? >> I'll make that motion. I'll second that one. >> All in favor? I >> I All right.