parts from PMP Lawnmowers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $5,000. >> Motion to approve. >> Second. All in favor? I. >> Authorizing the purchase of various lock and keys from Advanced County Locksmith for an amount not to exceed $5,500.
>> Move to approve. Second. >> All in favor? >> I. Authorizing the submission and execution of a grant application to the NJDCA for the recreation improvement grant program for the Beer Temple Park Improvements. Move >> for approval. >> Second.
>> All in favor? >> I. >> Amending resolution 2025-158 increasing the amount to amend by $24,000 for a total amount not to exceed 40,000 $46,500
for the custom artworks for the new main library. Move for approval. Second. >> All in favor? >> I. >> Authorizing a professional services agreement with Collier's Engineering and Design for the 2026 road improvement program final design for a fee not to
exceed $322,500. >> Motion to approve the agreement. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. Authorizing a professional services agreement with Breitview Engineering to update the plans and specifications for the Vauxhall Road, Winslow, and Commerce
Avenues traffic signal installation for a fee not to exceed $24,250. >> Move to approve the agreement. Second. >> All in favor? >> I. >> Rejecting all bids received for the Li Liberty Avenue pump station. >> Move to approve the rejection.
>> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. authorizing a one-year extension with Placer Labs, Inc. for the purpose of the demographic research data collection for the downtown area for an amount not to exceed $31,500.
>> Move for approval. Second. >> All in favor? >> I. >> I ask you to approve the finances as listed on the agenda. >> Motion to approve the finances. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. The following communications from Terry Melanda, tax collector, requesting
the township committee authorize checks issued to the following representing the redemption of tax sale certificates as listed on the agenda. >> Move to approve the request. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. from Matt Raleigh Crystalberger
requesting to hang two 3x5 banners for a period of 30 days for their new business located at 2210 US22 East. >> Move for approval. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. >> From Wally Rashid, Islamic Center of
Union County requesting to hang a banner from February 17th to March 17th, 2026 in observance of Ramadan. Move >> for approval. Second. >> All in favor? I have the following department reports from the clerk's office and community
development received and filed. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> That concludes my part of the agenda. >> Thank you, Madame Clerk. Now, our committee reports. Committeewoman Sandra Terrell with the fire department report.
>> Thank you, Mayor. Uh before I read my report, I'd like to move the following license applications for approval. Gas stations Delta 981 McGee Avenue Delta 1351 McGee Avenue Parkway Exxon 1595
to601 Route 22 West BP Gas 2352 Mars Avenue by Tacos Mexican Grill 1225 to 1255 Styverson Avenue and Rob's Deli 1398 Styverson Avenue.
>> Second. >> All in favor? I and my fire department report uh for today, February 10th. So during this reporting period, the Union Fire Department responded to 139 calls for service, including fire suppression,
emergency medical assistance, and motor vehicle incidents. Call volumes were elevated due to the prolonged periods of uh very low temperatures which resulted in numerous responses to broken fire sprinkler systems, domestic water pipes, and water
mane failures. Um significant incidents on February 2nd, fire units responded to a reported structure fire at the Point condominiums. Upon arrival, company uh upon arrival, companies encountered heavy fire and smoke
conditions in a 10-unit condominium building. Firefighters immediately initiated operations on a fastmoving fire and successfully contained it to units 6, 7, and 10, preventing further extension. During the initial primary
search, crews located and removed an occupant from unit six. The cause and origin of the fire remain under investigation by Union County Fire investigators. And as a result of the timely and effective actions of responding personnel, seven of the 10
units that were evacuated were able to be reoccupied that evening. And then on February 6, units responded to a kitchen fire at the Habit Burger located on Morris Avenue. The fire involved a commercial fire and burned through a gas supply line. Fire crews
extinguished the fire and secured the natural gas service to the building. The Union Health Department and the utility company were notified. Fire safety reminder. With several several weeks of winter weather still
ahead, the Union Fire Department reminds residents and business owners of the importance of keeping fire hydrants clear of snow and ice. We ask for the community's assistance in shoveling out hydrants located near their homes or businesses. Taking a few extra minutes
to clear hydrants can save precious time during an emergency and help firefighters respond more effectively when seconds matter. That concludes my report. >> Thank you, Committee Man Figo with the recreation and senior reports.
>> Thank you, Mayor. um from our seniors, health and wellness. Uh Tuesday, February 17th from 9:30 to 11:30. There will be a nurse there that will provide health maintenance check and prevention service. There is an art creative
workshop Thursday, February 19th, the 26th, and March 12th and the 19th. And this is from 11 to 12. They'll be working with a wide range of materials to enable members to experiment with the process of art.
And then something for the light of feet tap dancing class tomorrow, Wednesday and the 18th, the 25th and March 4th. So you have choices there. 10 to 11 in the morning. Enjoy a fun low impact tap
dancing workshop designed for older adults. You learn some basic steps, improve balance and coordinate co coordination and enjoy movement to music in a supportive setting. No experience required. Modifications and seated options are available. I would love
that. Tapping while seated. That sounds interesting. Uh movie day Friday the 20th. Uh the people you meet on vacation. This show starts at 1:30. It's a light-hearted movie about some memorable people and unexpected connections encountered while traveling
with shared stories and reflections on how these experiences enrich our journeys. And for those of you that don't know, we have a billiard club there every day, Monday through Friday at 1:30 p.m. You can practice your skills, learn new techniques, and engage
in friendly matches with fellow members. The club there promotes hand eye coordination, strategic thinking, and social interactions in a relaxed, enjoyable setting. All skill levels are encouraged to join from beginners to seasoned players. And exciting news
there, they have a pingpong table. Deputy mayor, they have a pingpong table. They're ready for us to go play against each other. happy to share that they've added one for the members to enjoy. Whether you're a beginner or a longtime player, it's a great way to
have fun, stay active, and enjoy time with friends. To reserve table time, please stop by the front office there and check in or call ahead to schedule your playtime. Especially with this cold weather, it's nice to be in there and do a little ping pong. Come join the fun.
We can't wait to see you on the table. And an upcoming trip to Wind Creek Casino. This is in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Be February 19th, $40 per ticket. And this uh bus will leave from Janette Avenue. For additional information, you can call the senior
center at 9088515290. From our recreation department, we're excited to announce the return of the all girls flag football program as well as cheer dance. Flag football is for girls who are seven to 14 years old
and are looking to develop their fundamental skills and play fun games against their friends. Four teams will be made up and each session will be comprised of group instruction and competitive scrimmage games. Cheer dance is for girls 3 to 8 years old and is an
introduction to cheerleading without stunting to make it more accessible to all. These two programs will be popular and we expect these spaces to fill up quickly. So, please do not delay if your daughter is interested. For boys looking
to get into flag football this spring, the Union Rams will be hosting a program in conjunction with the Union Recreation Department. More details will be available soon on that. And this spring, we will also see the return of BIS Camp for middle school students. This
exciting program is an introduction to entrepreneurship for kids. Their goal is to spark curiosity and inspire confidence in the next generation of business leaders. This program begins on March 3rd and online registration is now
open. For more information about these programs, please contact Union Wreck at 9086864200. And that concludes my report. Mayor, >> thank you so much. You think Sandra and I can join the cheerleaders? >> I can. I think you can. I I think the chair
it's it's for all ages. We can have you in there. >> You ready, son? >> Okay. Committeeman Bowser with DPW report, please. >> Thank you, Mayor. The Department of Public Works over the past two weeks, the Department of Public Works has been working extended hours to remove snow
from intersections, clean and maintain bus stops, and clear crossing guard areas to keep pedestrians safe. Crews have also been coordinating closely with the board of education to address bus routes, ensure safe and reliable student pickups during the during and after the
storm events. Department of Public Works has removed approximately 1,000 yards of snow from the intersections that were cleared. Department of Public Works will continue through this week uh with snow removal. As always, all concerned or
inquiries can be regarding all divisions of the public works can be addressed by calling public works at 9086861922, but we encourage you to utilize the report report of concern feature on the township website. That concludes my report.
>> Thank you so much. And our committeeman, Floria, always save the best for last with the police report. >> Thank you very much, Mayor. Uh once again a very active police department over the last few weeks. Director patrols were 1451
calls for service were 2841 and arrests were 86. As part again what's going to our ongoing traffic and safety enforcements we've been doing uh I'm sorry going through for the last two years. Uh truck enforcement. We issued
five tickets for oversized trucks in our streets, which is coming down, which I think is good. Red light enforcement, we issued 71 tickets. And I think an interesting fact here is that only eight came from local residents. What that means is it just shows that a lot of the
traffic in our town is people coming from suburban areas through our town and then through Elizabeth Hillside and all other communities. Uh that just reinforces what we're saying that a lot of the problems come from not from union residents. Speed initiative the same
thing. These are people we call it speeding. There were 14 tickets issued but again only one local resident. So a lot of our problems are not from union residents. They're from people commuting through our community. Some of the highlights are just a few. Again, over
the past few weeks, on January 21st, ALPR cameras alerted to a stolen motor vehicle in the area of Vauxhall Road. Quality of life officers located and stopped the stolen motor vehicle in the Whitney Houston rest area. Two adult males were arrested and charged with
receiving stolen motor vehicle. Uh on January 27th, patrol officers observed a vehicle traveling on Union Avenue. said vehicle was stopped for motor vehicle violations and found to be occupied by four males who were all evasive in
identifying themselves. A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed that there were possible large amounts of marijuana, controlled dangerous substance package materials, and currently in small denominations uh indicative of narcotic distributions. The males were arrested and charged
accordingly. On January 29th, patrol officers observed a vehicle in the Wawwa parking lot with a headlight out and heavily tinted windows. They conducted a motor vehicle stop on on the vehicle on Route 22. In plain view on the driver's
floorboard, they observed plastic vial with narcotics residue. The driver was placed under arrest and the vehicle searched. Also found in a vehicle were additional 19 plastic vials containing suspected suspected crystal metaphylene. Oh, that's a good one. Uh, the driver
was issued motor vehicle summons in charge with CDS distribution. I think the key thing coming from this is how observant our officers are in the cars. They pick a lot of this stuff up by going around looking. So, when our officers are out there, they're looking for problems and they're getting out there solving them and keeping us safe.
That's my report for tonight. >> Thank you so much. Before we discuss our upcoming events, I want to thank everyone who joined us over the weekend to kick off Black History Month at our annual Black History Month Expo that was held at Jefferson School. Black History
Month is a time to honor the rich heritage, achievements, and lasting contributions of black Americans in our community and across the nation. Throughout February, I invite everyone to join us at our events and celebrate the stories that have shaped our
collective history. This weekend, lace up your skates for a fun evening at Union Sports Arena. The Union Township um and recreation department host their annual skate night on Friday, February 13th from 6:20 to
8:20 p.m. Entrance is $5, including skate rentals. Limited spots are available. Pre-registration is available at uniontownship.com and our very own deputy mayor will be out there on the ice. Yes, this weekend.
Experience the energy of DJ Brighter Days. Enjoy pre-scape performances by team MCVM skaters Alina Fiona and Melody Wang. And treat yourself to delicious food and drinks from the Little Cafe food truck outside.
Also this weekend, don't wait to grab your tickets for I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change at the DMK Blackbox Theater located at 1980 Morris Avenue. The Mitfits The Misfits production runs from February 12th through the 14th at
7:30 p.m. and features a talented cast of Union natives and local performers. From the awkwardness of first dates to the realities of marriage and parenting, this musical comedy captures it all with non-stop non-stop laughs. This is a
great play to see this Valentine's Day weekend. Tickets are $30 and available at mitfits.eventbbright.com. NJ day nj da small business workshops. Are you a small business owner in union? Are you
ready to take your business to the next level in 2026? Join the New Jersey Economic Development Agency on February 27th starting at 900 a.m. at the Community Cafe for an essential small business workshop
focusing on financial incentive programs for the upcoming year. Whether you are looking for grants, loans, or tax incentives, this workshop will provide a roadmap that you need. Don't miss this opportunity to network and learn about the resources available to help your
business thrive. Please register for free via uniontownship.com. The Underground Experience at the Union Art Center. Don't miss your chance to be part of the Underground Experience, an immersive black history production that
takes you on a powerful walkthrough journey on February 27th at 6 PM at the Union Art Center. Again, registration is available at uniontownship.com. 250th celebration Lego building blocks
workshop. Join the Township of Union's Lego Building Workshop on Saturday, April 11th from 2 to 4:00 p.m. at the Union High School gym to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary. Teams of up
to four will work with architect Stephen Schwarz to recreate iconic Union landmarks you using thousands of Lego bricks for $25 per group. This unique hands-on event is a perfect way for families to connect with local history
and contribute to a collaborative miniature landscape of the township. That should be really really cool. Um also suffragist registration is now open. Um the season begins April 4th. And if you are interested in the Junior
Mayor Leadership Program, the um you can go on to the township website or social media to register your child from grades 5 through 8. The students that are chosen will shadow myself and learn some
um great leadership skills. Pet licensing. It is now time to license your dogs and cats for 2026. State law requires proof of vaccination when licensing. You can license license in person at the clerk's office or online
at again uniontownship.com. Also, as a reminder, there is a townwide blood drive February 11th from 9 to 100 p.m. at the Union Arts Center. You can pre-register or you can show up um in person and they will gladly accommodate
you. Also, Everbridge notifications, please sign up for your emergency and general notifications online at uniontownship.com. These updates are also posted on Facebook at twwpunenj. That concludes my report. At this time,
we will open it up to the public. As a reminder, you have five minutes and when you come up to speak, please state your name and your address. Seeing none, um I want to wish everyone a happy Valentine's Day weekend. Remember to
love your neighbors, love your town, and love our nation. I will take a motion to adjurnn. >> Move to approve and adjourn. Second.