I call this meeting to order. This is a commissioner meeting of December 10th, 2025 at 6 PM at the Sussex County Administrative Center Commissioner Meeting Room on One Spring Street, Newton, New Jersey. Roll call, please. here. Commissioner >> here
>> we get a moment of silence and salute the flag of my father indivisible. Stop the meeting. >> Number four is public statement pursuant to the open public meetings act chapter 231 PL1 1975 adequate notice as defined
by section 3D of chapter 231 PL1975 has been made by regular mail and email. Such notice being submitted on January 7th, 2025 from the administrative center of the county of Sussex located at One Spring Street, Newton, New Jersey to the following New Jersey Herald, Star Ledger and Strauss News and is also pulled uh
posted on the bulletin board maintaining administrative center for public announcements and has been submitted to the Sussex County Clerk in compliance with said act. This time, please mute all electronic devices. Commissioners, please remove your phones. Um number five is the approval of agenda. I just wanted to amend uh the
agenda. I want to move the executive session to the end after a second public hearing just due to the weather. Try to get you guys home before weather gets too bad. Second public session motion. Uh Commissioner Henderson moves. Have a second. >> I'll second.
>> Commissioner seconds. Any discussion? All in favor say I. I. Oppos. Carries. Number six, proclamation, certificates, presentations. There is none. Number eight is a public hearing. There is none. Number nine, public session from the floor. This public
session is for those wishing to make a comment of three minutes or less regarding an agenda item. Please line up at the microphone and state your name, municipality, and a topic agenda or the record. Motion to open the floor for public comment. >> So moved. >> Mr. Daroo, have a second. >> Second. >> Commissioner Henderson. Any discussion?
>> Favor say I. I. Oppose. Abstain carries. The floor is open. Agenda topics only. All right. Seeing none, motion to close the floor for public comment. >> So moved. >> Be direct. Uh moves. Commissioner Groot. Seconds. Any discussion? >> All in favor say I. >> I.
>> Oppose. Stay. Carries. Number 10. Commissioner comments. We'll start with you, Commissioner Henderson. >> Okay. On November 26, I attended the Sussex County MUA meeting. Uh you all have received a copy of their minutes. If you have any questions, concerns, please let me know and I will address them at their next meeting. On November
29th, Commissioner Degrut and I attended the Newton Holiday Parade. I'd like to thank the Newton Council for their invitation to participate in their parade. On December 1st, I attended the Sussex County Planning Board meeting where several topics were discussed and requests for waiverss for property
located in Sparta. Those waivers were granted by the board. Same day, I also attended the Vernon Township Council meeting as our leaison. Several topics were discussed. These meetings are also aired live and can be seen live on YouTube. On December 3rd, I along with Commissioner Grew attended the county
clerk's Christmas gathering. I'd like to express my thanks to Jeff Parrot, county clerk, and his staff for their hospitality. On December 4th, I attended the economic development breakfast at Yeders Diner. As I've stated several times, this event certainly gives me the ability to feel the pulse of businesses and homeowners
in the county. Also on December 4th, I attended a Zoom meeting of the Sussex County Water Quality Pack. On December 5th, I attended the Lafayette School Christmas tree lighting as a proud Lafayette resident. You know you're getting old when the parents there are the same parents that went to school
with your children. On December 6, I along with Lafayette Mayor Kevin Olyri attended the Endover FOP Lodge for Toys for Tots event. Every time I attend these events, the support from Sussex County residents for those in need is overwhelming. On December 8th, I again
attended the Vernon Council meeting. Several hot topics are definitely on their agenda. On December 9th, I along with Commissioner Connney, Commissioner Space, interim administrator Christina Mars attended Crystal Springs Resort Christmas event at Minerals Resort. I
just like to say seeing all the employees from Crystal Springs property shows how many residents are employed by the resort and it is certainly an asset to Sussex County. Today I attended the Sussex County MUA meeting at 3:00, a Sussex County VOTECH meeting at 5:00,
and I'm glad to be sitting in this chair tonight at 6 o'clock. Lastly, as we enter the holiday season, please remember those less fortunate and support the county or any county food pantry, I can speak as firsthand as a volunteer that there's a number of individuals that I'm proud of that work
there and give food to those in our county that need or in need. It certainly is heartwarming. And that's all I have. >> Yes. Uh good evening everyone. First, as liazison to Muskan River Management Council, I had the opportunity to chat with them this month. Uh the main update
was the emphasis on the ongoing drought concerns that occurred this fall and the importance of protecting the Highlands region's water supply, which serves 70% of New Jersey. For those that don't know, uh the council also reviewed accomplishments from 2025, including the new branding initiative, increased municipal conformance participation and
progress on climate monitoring, storm water work, and sustainable agriculture efforts. Uh there were no Sussex County specific updates or with any of our municipalities reported for November, but ongoing regional work continues to benefit all Highlands counties, including ours. Moving on, the Sussex
County Library System is pleased to spotlight its free access to consumer reports available both online and in print. Residents can use this trusted resource to compare products, read expert reviews, and make informed purchasing decisions on everything from cars to electronics to household
appliances and health items. Library card holders can log in from home from the Sussex County Library Systems website to browse the full digital database or access it on the public computers inside any branch. Uh print editions and special buying guides are also available for those who prefer
physical copies. Uh this service reflects Sussex County Library Systems ongoing commitment to providing reliable information and value valuable tools for the community to access to access consumer reports or apply for a library card. Uh please visit any Sussex County
library uh branch or explore online resources at suscount library.org/databases. Uh, next from the Division of Senior Services, I'd like to highlight the caregivers support group virtual meeting. Uh, this will be on Thursday, December 18th from 2 to 3 p.m. via Zoom.
This program is designed to help caregivers manage stress, improve well-being, and connect with resources and support services available to them. Information and referrals will also be provided as needed. For details or to register, please contact senior services at 973-5790-55
extension 1288. finally had the pleasure of attending some community events as well over the past few weeks. I was honored to participate in Newton's holiday parade alongside Commissioner Henderson. Uh thank you to Sandra Diglio for all you do for Newton and for organizing such a wonderful uh holiday celebration. I also volunteered at
Luscroft's uh farm holiday event. Uh, and I really want to thank and extend my gratitude to the friends of Luscraftoft Farm for their ongoing work to preserve uh, and just keep going this iconic landmark, not only for Sussex County, but all of North Jersey. Um, that's all
I have for this evening. Thanks. God bless. The Division of Senior Services is hosting an AARP smart driver course for motorists age 50 and older on Monday, December 15, 2025 and Tuesday, December
16th, 2025 from 9:30 to 12:50 p.m. at the main library located at 125 Morris Turnpike in Newton. This 2-day course helps motorists avoid driving hazards, recognize changes in vision, hearing, and reaction times. Upon completion of
both classes, this course offers participants in a three-year discount on a portion of their auto insurance premium. The fee is $20 for AP members and $25 for non-members. The course is free for participants with AARP United
Healthcare as their Medicare supplement. To obtain additional information or to register, contact the Division of Senior Services at 973-57905-55 extension 1277. Division of Health Communicable Diseases, Infectious illnesses. A total of 196 cases of
communicable and tickborne illnesses were reported in November of 2025, which represents an increase from the 149 cases recorded in November of 2024. The data on infectious illness shows that there were two deaths reported in
November 2025, which is an increase from the one reported death in November 2024. measles. As of December 2nd, 2025, the CDC has reported 1828 confirmed measles cases across 43 jurisdictions. As of
December 4th, 2025, there are no confirmed cases in Sussex County. The most effective way to prevent measles is through vaccination. Two doses of the measles mumps and reubella MMR vaccine are approximately 97% effective at preventing measles while one dose offers
about 93% protection. To help protect yourself and others, especially if you plan to travel, talk to your healthcare provider about the MMR vaccine. Tickborne illnesses. There were 52 cases of tickborne illnesses. Anoplasmosis and limes disease reported in November 25, which is an increase from the 42
documented cases in 2024. schools. The average absenteeism rate for schools due to influenza like illnesses ILI in November 2025 was 6.72%. This figure is slightly lower than average absenteeism rate of 6.83% for
ILI recorded in November 2024. There was one outbreak reported in November 2025, which is higher than the zero outbreaks reported in 2024. Honestly, not too bad. Um I recently had a meeting with Jenny's house and uh they
have a VOCA funding which they had cut. VOCA funding comes from the federal government and it's distributed to the state and Jenny's House receives normally $390,000 a year and that's what they use for
their clinical program. You know where they have the exams at Jenny's House for the uh Victims of Crime Act. That's what VOCA stands for. Um, and they were cut. It was, it's decided from the state of New Jersey where the funds go, and Jenny's house was one of the ones cut, and so was Dedra's house, which is
similar to Jenny's house in Morris County. Um, the director is planning on doing a resolution by the next meeting. We just didn't get all the information that we needed in time. So, that's uh very hurtful to us here in Sussex County. Uh, Director Carney and I started visiting the county road
departments again and we visited Stillwater Garage yesterday at 7:00 a.m. Uh, along with Ryan Guo, she came with us. Uh, and it's nice to hear their concerns, their complaints, and the things that they like, and ways that we
can help them make things a better workplace for them. Um, tomorrow, weather permitting, we're supposed to hit Sandiston's County Garage. Um, we plan to hit the mall again in the next couple of months. Um, we came from a meeting earlier today with Sheriff
Sheriff Strada. Uh, Christina Mars and I had one again last week. So, you know, things are moving along and he's all about public safety and ways that we can help him are important. Um, and in the audience, if you don't know, there's Dave Silverthornne. If you want to wave
your hand, Dave. Dave recently won the election and he's going to be our new commissioner and we will not have an empty seat on the end. We look forward to having five voices again on this board. Um and Allan touched on the board of school estimate meeting that we had here before we came in and we passed the
resolution. The motion was to approve resolution one. The board accepts and approves the final eligible cost debt service aid with a maximum dollar amount of eligible costs of 3,681,600 for the wastewater treatment plant
replacement state project number and then 5110 0251000 and we passed that today with the Sussex Tech school board members that are on the school board estimate with us. And that's all I have. >> Thank you deputy deputy director. I will
be brief. Um I'll start with my engineering report. Uh bridge X20 berry road over the west branch of the papetting can't even say that creek has reached substantial completion as of 12425 and was open to traffic. Striping will be completed before the end of the year
weather permitting. Uh McAfee Greens Corner Road. Uh they're working on gas main installation of a no new 8- in uh gas man along with retirement of an old 4-inch man. construction reached substantial completion and ongoing weather work, plowing and whatnot, the
DPW does a great job. As Commissioner Deputy Director Space said, we will continue to visit our DPW garages along with Rayanne uh to figure out um any situations, any problems that they have. Uh was a good meeting uh over at the
Stillwater Garage. I think we we got some answers that we were looking for and I think they'll be happy what we we gave them. Um just one thing topic in the news um pertaining to the Andover subaccute. Uh most not most of you I guess some of that some of you who come come to our
meetings over the last few years. We've been in litigation uh with Andover subaccute for with with the state trying to get information on what happened over there. Um I just want to say that we don't grant pardons here. Uh I don't know how you get a pardon, but that's
not what we do here. I could just tell you that Joseph Schwarz, the owner, um, crammed dead bodies into a shed, uh, 17 from Sussex County residents, and he stole $38 million. Um, I don't understand it,
but that's what happened. Uh, I don't think he's a good person, and uh, again, we don't grant pardon, so I just wanted to comment on that. That is all I have. Um, number 11 is the approval of consent agenda. We do not
have one. Number 12 is the approval of minutes. We don't have any minutes. 13's ordinance. There is no ordinance. 14's appointments and resignations. There are none resolutions. Thank you. Um
motion to adopt resolutions A through N. >> So moved. >> Director Space. Have a second. Second. >> Commissioner Henderson. Any discussion? All right. Roll call. >> Deputy Director Spates. >> Yes. >> Commissioner Degrew. >> Yes. >> Commissioner Hayden, absent.
Commissioner Henderson, >> yes. >> Director Carney, >> yes. >> Number 16 is awards of contracts change orders and bids. Board of County Commissioners of the County of Sussex had hold on one second.
I'm sorry. I had surgery on Wednesday and uh often hurts me so I apologize. Board of County Commissioners of the County of Sussex has reviewed the award contract change orders bids consisting of various proposed resolutions and determine that the adoption of the said resolutions is and will further the public interest. Motion to adopt
resolutions A through R. >> So moved. >> Commissioner Henderson moves. Commissioner Groot seconds. Any discussion? >> Roll call, please. >> Deputy Director Space. >> Yes. >> Commissioner Degrew. >> Yes. >> Commissioner Hayden absent. Commissioner Henderson. Yes. >> Director Carney.
>> Yes. Uh 17 to pay in the bills list. Bill, this is bills list A from December 10th, 2025. Motion to pay bills list A. >> So moved. >> Director Space, got a second. >> Second. >> Commissioner Degrew. >> Have a any discussion.
>> Roll call. >> Deputy Director Space. >> Yes. >> Commissioner Degrru. >> Yes. >> Commissioner Hayden, absent. Commissioner Henderson, >> yes. >> Director Carney, >> yes. Resolution B is a payment of bills list B from December 10th, 2025. Motion to pay bills
list B. >> So moved. >> Commissioner Henderson, have a second. >> Second. >> Commissioner Groot seconds. Roll call. Any discussion? Sorry. >> Roll call. >> Deputy director space. >> Abstain. >> Commissioner Degrroot. >> Yes. >> Commissioner Hayden absent. Commissioner
Henderson. >> Yes. >> Director Carney. >> Yes. >> Number 18's personnel. We have one personnel agenda from 121025. Motion to approve personnel agenda. >> So moved. >> Deputy director space. Got a second. >> Second. >> Commissioner seconds. Any discussion?
>> Roll call. >> Deputy director space. >> Yes. >> Commissioner Degru. >> Yes. >> Commissioner Hend Hayden absent. Commissioner Henderson. >> Yes. >> Director Carney. >> Yes. 19. The administrative report. Christina, you were up. >> Okay. Thank you, director. Uh just a few
brief updates for the board. Uh the first is our new county website. We are continuing work on on that uh for a new and improved website. Uh Deputy Director Space and I were part of the planning and design committee. I'm happy to report that the website is nearing final
production. Currently the departments within the county are reviewing content and once all of the information has been update uh updated the website will move into final production with completion expected within the first two weeks of January. Uh the second update that I
have uh relates to Commissioner Degrroot's request from last meeting regarding the signs over the water features uh in Sussex County. I spoke with our administrator for engineering and our director for facilities about this. Um there were concerns about placing signs in uh county established
rideaways around those water features as typically those are supposed to be uh reserved for traffic control. And there were also questions on exactly where the other signs would be placed and locations whether it's all the water features or certain ones. Uh their
initial estimate uh would be that it it may have a significant cost to it again depending on uh how many signs they would be creating. Uh but we can look more into depth into this if the board wishes to move forward on the project. Uh we also need to incorporate this into the budget preparations for uh next
year's if necessary. Uh the next matter is it the board at the next meeting will be considering a couple of resolutions next week which will approve additional security upgrades to the county's firewall and security system and it's using funds that have been left over
this year. So it's not um we're not increasing the budget to uh to be able to accomplish those. Uh sheriff's poleb barn everything that we have received back from the D has been positive. I should have an additional update by the end of this week's on next steps with that project. Uh Dennis Library
purchasing has finished going through the specs. The architect and the engineers are currently going through the drawings and working on a revised estimate which is expected after the first of the year. With the holidays, everything is a little bit uh delayed. Uh but we are looking at a possible award in February with beginning of the
work at the library in April at the earliest. And the Lafayette Poleborn, there are currently issues with the approved contractor. uh that the county hired. Uh they have only been sending a couple crew members to complete the construction. So the kit manufacturer
has been sending out uh a construction official to kind of oversee the work and they have identified issues as they're moving forward with the project. Um so they have been meeting uh our facilities division and the uh the kit manufacturer
have been meeting regularly on this. I should have another update by the end of this week to see how the construction has been moving forward since last week's update. Um, and if there aren't continued issues, we may have to uh speak with county council. >> And that's uh my report. Thank you.
>> Can I just comment on one of these? I'm going to go to the uh sign request and I'm going to quote Commissioner Degrroot there at one of our meetings when he said uh with the capital improvement budget what is essential what may be considered a luxury when we have employees sitting in this off in this
meeting room here and saying they can barely survive and they've got to work two jobs. I certainly consider signs going over a water or broke whatever certainly a luxury and certainly one that I can say I would not support. And just to clarify, uh this was me on
behalf of constituent coming to the board and just uh seeing if this was something to investigate. Uh per the board's decision, I mean, we know where Commissioner Henderson stands. Um we can, you know, I'll talk about at
whatever time if we want to proceed or not, but if it is costly, as you said, Commissioner Henderson, uh I did say luxury versus necessity. Um, this would be more so a luxury just doing my job and representing the constituency. >> Okay. Uh, county council,
>> right? New business. >> I do have Yes, I do have a matter for new business. Uh so I was contacted uh less than an hour before tonight's meeting from our administrator for the health and human services uh department that the workforce development board is
uh they were advised that the state is pulling funding for the CDL licenses. Uh that would impact training for our potential transit drivers. Um I would anticipate that would impact uh potential DPW employees uh future DPW
employees as well. Uh so I'm asking on be uh Miss Florio is going to to talk to the workforce development board, but I'm also asking the board uh once I gather a little bit more information that I can distribute to anyone if the board would potentially be interested in uh
approving a resolution to support the continued funding for these CDL licenses. >> Absolutely. Yes, I should be able to get you some information um within the next two days before the end of the week. >> Well, uh deputy director space kind of
touched on it. Judy's house. Uh I want to put a resolution again to send it to the state and ask for that $390,000 back. Why you start with taking money away from children? Um we need it. Uh we need his services is beyond me. So again, if you guys are good with that,
we'll put another resolution together and have that ready for uh for our next meeting as well. >> Good. Everybody good? >> Absolutely. >> Uh 23 public session from the floor. Public session for those wishing to make general statements or three minutes or less on non-aggenda topics. Please line
with mark and state your name and then for the record. Motion to open the floor for public comments. >> So moved. Second. Hi. >> Hi. Good evening. Uh, my name is Gail Just. I live in Leighton. And I was reading something. I'm not sure where I
read it, but that the sheriff's office recently had an overtime issue. There was a $5,000 charge, 9,000, 8,000, several of them. and they they came as a result of the rallies that we've had recently on the at the green here in
New. Now, if anyone rally there, that's great. Everyone has the right to do that. However, it shouldn't cost me the taxpayer any money, extra money for the sheriff's office. I would suggest that you the board make a resolution that anyone who
wants to rent, use or are for the county green or that they supply their own security that they have extra insurance that we the county and we the taxpayer shouldn't be paying those large sums. That's a lot
of money. 9,000 5,000 you know that's that's not right. So, I suggest that maybe you guys put your heads together and do a resolution that um that can be avoided as far as um it being a burden on the sheriff's office and a burden on the taxpayers.
That's number one. Number two, I do believe that after the election, there was a number of signs that were left out um all over the county. One dealing with the the Democrat that was running for uh the office here of commissioner. I saw
his signs just recently still out there. Um I think that the towns ought to pay more attention to all the political signs that are left out after the period of time that is allowed and there should be a fine for those that are left behind. And it's easy to figure out who
it is. It's the guy on the sign or the girl on the sign. So if the sign is still out, send them the bill and um that they haven't picked up all their signs. Sandy, excuse me. Sandy Hol Lake, New Jersey. >> Yes. Go ahead.
>> Sorry. Thank you. Um, thank you for the opportunity to address the board. The cost of law enforcement presence at public gatherings appears to place a burden on the county budget, which allocates 18% for public safety. It has been suggested that permits for public gatherings should be could be denied
because of need and cost for law enforcement. My concern is this. Denying permits for any public gatherings is infringing on the First Amendment. I believe the reality is this. Peaceful protests, gatherings, demonstrations, whatever you want to call them, will continue. The First Amendment should not
and cannot be the sacrificial lamb because of funding concerns. I value my protections under the first amendment to use my voice as I do now. I urge the commissioners to bridge the gap between those using their First Amendment rights and those sworn to protect and serve our communities. Let's have discussions and
explore ways to keep everyone safe. Perhaps the organizations can explore self-monitoring and work with local enforcement agencies. Are there protocols for law enforcement to manage crowd control? I don't know. I couldn't find any public public document outlining the crowd control. Is it
possible to somehow manage law enforcement and the gatherings? Is there a way to secure the protection of participants while limiting the use of law enforcement? I don't know. My protesting days are over. I'm older than all of you sitting at this table and I remember well the protest in the 60s,
the Pettis Bridge crossing, demonstrations and rallies against the war. And I remember the commitment to work for change was we shall not be moved. I am a taxpayer like everyone else in this room. My tax dollars pay for law enforcement and presence at these meetings. I figured at
approximately $81 an hour time and a half for four officers for a two-hour meeting, the cost is approximately $640 per meeting. Let's remember that law enforcement were requested by Commissioner Hayden because he felt quote unquote threatened. And I can't remember the last time he attended a
meeting and he continues to be paid with my tax dollars while he is a no-show. >> One minute. >> You may not agree with the demonstrators agenda. They may not agree with yours. We must all agree on this. and I quote, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or
prohibiting the free exercise thereof or abridging the freedom of speech or of the press or the right of people peaceibly to assemble and to petition the government for a redress of grievances." End quote. The constitution if we abuse the first amendment, what's next? And on another note, unrelated, I
never heard any comments about a pardon of 1500 convicted persons from January 6 where people were injured, traumatized, and murdered. Thank you. Evening commissioners. Thank you for the opportunity to speak tonight. My name is Ray Morris. I live um in on 34 Dogwood
Drive in Newton. I'm here as a C Sussex County taxpayer to discuss the sheriff's department budget and recent concerns raised about overtime costs related to events on the Newton Green. I understand that this board has expressed concerns about budget challenges and has specifically
referenced overtime expenses for the sheriff's department related to rallies on the Newton Green. As commissioners, you have a duty to scrutinize expenses and find cost savings where possible, and I respect that responsibility.
However, I believe to put these numbers in prop I believe it's important to put these numbers in proper context according to the counties. Now, I'm looking at uh the 2024 budget, adopted budget. I know the figures probably are changed for 2025, but the sheriff's fair
sheriff's 2024 budget was $7.4 million. Um the overtime cost for Newton Green rallies uh is somewhere around 24,000. I don't have those figures. And then I noticed uh recently a $10,000 figure for the most recent rally. Uh so now we're
at 34,000 or so. Uh, this re represents 3/10en of 1% of the department budget for the sheriff's department. 3/10en of 1%. While every taxpayer dollar matters and should be spent wisely, I'm concerned
that this particular expense is receiving disproportionate attention. If we're generally looking for meaningful budget savings, there are far larger line items that would have significantly more impact on the county's fiscal health. If this ser if this board is serious
about addressing budget challenges, I encourage you to look at the bigger picture. The sheriff's department budget includes $6,684,000 in total salaries and wages. >> One minute, >> 729,000 in other operational expenses and that
is 2024. Those are 2024 numbers. um those these area these are the areas where meaningful sav savings could potentially be found through efficiency improvements or or program reviews. I respectfully request that this board maintain proportional focus when evaluating county expenses avoiding
targeting specific costs based on the political content of protected speech. If budgeting if budget cutting is truly is truly necessary, conduct a comprehensive review of all departments to identify the most impactful savings.
As taxpayers, we expect fiscal responsibility, but we also expect fair and even-handed governance that doesn't single out constitutionally protected activities for special scrutiny. Thanks for your time. Anybody else?
John Snder Sanderson want to go back to January 6. I don't have all the information here. I did present it once a few months ago, but as far as I know, one person lost their lives on January 6th.
It was a uh female veteran who apparently was coming unarmed coming through a window and she was murdered. Her name was Ashley Babbot. That is the only person who lost their lives. And I believe that the whole thing of January 6th, and I hope it
comes out, it's being investigated that it was the Biden government that was encouraging people to get out of hand and do things that none of us really approve of. But I just believe it was a a government conspiracy. And that's all I have to say. Thank you.
>> Shaheeny Lafayette bought my notes. I ran out of the house really fast because of the snow. So if I stutter or forget something, please. As you all know, about two weeks ago, there were two
shot in DC and she unfortunately passed away. There's another a gentleman Andy Wolf. he recovery and that his parents signs of recovery. Slowly
parents put out online a request for people to send cards, letters, whatever to to Andy to show him support. So, I thought I have I made some copies at Staples, which is closing soon. I'm I'm unhappy to see that. if you if I could
leave some copies with the secretary and then I I don't know if I have enough for each person to have one, but maybe you can make some copies for them uh and take a picture from your phone. It'd be great if you could send Andy a note uh get well card, Christmas card. If you
have any children or grandchildren in your family, maybe mention that this young man was injured. He's 24 and maybe one of your grandkids could make a nice card. That always brings a smile to everyone's face when they see a child's card. So, if you could do that, that would be wonderful. I I'd appreciate it.
I have some extra copies. If anyone here in the audience card, maybe, you know, uh take a picture of this and text it or email it if you have a site or you have, you know, friends that you might think would send a card to Andy. I think that would be
great. We need to show our support to these to this man who's only 24 and his life has been totally changed. So that's all I have to say. Thank you very much. >> Andrea Harmon from Andover Township. Uh good evening every
being told about we're paying the tax dollars that we're paying. >> I'm seeing signs that are saying f to our president. >> I don't feel that my tax dollars should have to pay private fund, whatever their
organization is have it, but I don't want to have to be paying for it on supporting him. um >> funding for Jenny House >> to the state. So the feds gave the money to the state
>> state is the one to decide it. So it's Murphy made that decision. >> Okay. Thank you. And another thing when they have um Newton day they also have pride day that they include >> brag shows and I don't think that should
be allowed. Pride day have it but not when it's Newton day. So that town I'm in. I don't want to celebrate show on Newton day. So um that's all I want to say. Thank you.
>> Close. Okay. Motion to close the public comment. >> Second. >> Second. Discussion say >> I carried on please check the countywer
motion meeting for an executive close session not open to the public in accordance with the provision divisions of NJSA 10 col4-12 at SEC. Whereas the subject matters about to be discussed may be excluded from the public portion of the meeting
by resolution of the board of county commissioners as an exception to the open public meetings act pursuant to NJSA 10 col4-12B and whereas it appears necessary for the board of county commissioners to discuss
such matters in executive session. Now therefore be it resolved that the board of county commissioners of the county of Sussex in accordance with the provisions of NJSA 10 col4-B and NJSA
10 col4-13 that the board at this time enter into an executive session from with the p from which the public shall be excluded and be it further resolved that the general nature of the subjects to be discussed relate to the following items.
Items authorized by NJSA 10 col4-12B as designated below. Number eight, matters relating to the employment relationship personnel. Be it further resolved that the deliberations conducted in close session
may be disclosed to the public upon the determination of the Sussex County Board of County Commissioners or provided by law that the public interest will no longer be served by such confidentiality. And be it further resolved that upon
completion of the business for which the board has entered into the executive session, the board shall reconvene and resume its meeting open to the public. And be it further resolved that the board expects to
may take formal action after returning from executive session except to adjourn the regular meeting. >> So moved. >> Second. Say I. Opposing carries. >> All right, guys. We're going to be a
little bit. You're welcome to stay and hear what we come up with or have a good night. Get home safe. Hopefully the roads aren't too bad.