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of America to the republic for it stands nationisible and justice for us for all. >> Roll call, please. >> Council president >> here. >> Councilman Harris >> here. Councilwoman Pascalone >> here. >> Councilman Jük
>> present. Council President Deborello >> here. >> Mayor Delia, >> Mr. Russo >> here, >> Mr. Rooney >> present, >> Miss Ken >> here. >> All right, moving on presentations. First, we'll be with Councilman Jack Ericus. >> Uh, this evening gives me great honor
and pleasure to um recognize Eagle Scout Nico Sakilles and his mother Patty. They are here from troop 123. So I have the proclamation for >> you want yours. Thanks. It's not every day that a young
man in a community uh puts out the effort uh to attain Eagle Scout rank. There's very few um uh Eagle Scouts in this country. Um we have a previous president, Gerald Ford, who was one. I think Neil Armstrong was one. So, we've
had a few Eagle Scouts up on the moon. Uh but tonight it gives me great pleasure to award Nicholas Sakal Sakalis achieving rank of Eagle Scout. Rez mayor Delapia and the council of the township of Washington would like to recognize Nicholas Sakulas for achieving the rank
of Eagle Scout as member of Scouting America Troop 123. And whereas Nicholas began his scouting career in the first grade as a tiger cub. He progressed to wolf to bear and through the weblo's program attaining the cub scouts highest
rank of arrow of light. Nicholas has crossed over into the scouting market troop 123 and earned the ranks of scout tenderfoot second class first class star life and distinguished himself by earning the rank of eagle scout the highest award offered by scouting
America on January 13th 2026. And whereas Nicholas earned 49 merit badges, 21 of which are required for his Eagle Scout ranking, he exhibited exceptional leadership skills throughout his time in the scouts, serving in the
position of troop guide and den chief. And whereas Nicholas performed more than 175 hours of community service, camped 110 nights, and hiked 75 miles with his troop. Nicholas special achievements
include Firearm Chip, Toteen Chip, Cyber Chip. He was awarded the Den Chief Service Award, Order of the Arrow Brotherhood Award, which is extremely rare in scouting to achieve that, and was nominated for the National Heroism Award. And whereas Nicholas exhibited
his commitment to public service by selecting as his Eagle Scout project the construction of four trash and recycling can receptacles for the Old Stonehouse Village in Washington Township, New Jersey. Designed to house garbage and
recycling containers. These wooden structures were created to address the village's need for an organized and effective way to contain the management waste, helping to keep the old stonehouse village cleaner, more attractive, and better maintained for years to come. And whereas Nicholas
planned and completed the project with the assistance of his father and with the support of fellow scouts, family, and friends, dedicating more than 200 hours to its completion. His efforts embody the mission of the Boy Scouts of America by demonstrating leadership,
service, and a commitment to empowering youth and young adults with the skills and values needed to become responsible citizens and leaders in their community. Now therefore, be it proclaimed that I, Mayor Delapia, and the council of Township of Washington, do hereby honor
and recognize Nicholas Sakulas, the achievement of rank of Eagle Scout, and for his leadership and dedicated service to the community as a member of Scouting America, Troop 123. Congratulations. This is this is the way three scouts
have just like you hold that. Did you want to say anything? >> No. You sure? You sure? >> All right. Congratulations. You guys go first. Thanks again.
Yeah. Yeah. Our next proclamation is to a gentleman who is well known in Washington Township, Mr. Jimmy Love. So, So Jimmy, on behalf of mayor and council, I'd like to read this
proclamation in honor of you tonight. Whereas Jimmy Love has become a beloved and recognizable member of the community through his infectious enthusiasm, uplifting spirit, and dedication to bringing joy to people of all ages. And whereas through his positive attitude,
community involvement, and commitment to making gathering a celebration, Jimmy Love has earned a reputation as somebody who truly brings the party wherever he goes. Whereas his ability to unite friends, neighbors, families, and
community members through laughter, music, friendship, and goodwill has made an lasting impact on countless individuals throughout our region. And whereas Jimmy love serves as a reminder that kindness, positivity, and a joyful spirit can strengthen communities and
create meaningful connections among people. And whereas it is fitting that the township of Washington recognizes and celebrates the contributions of individuals who make our community a more make our community a more vibrant,
welcoming, and enjoyable place to live. Now therefore, be it proclaimed that the mayor and council of the township of Washington, New Jersey, do hereby proclaim June 10th, 2026 as Jimmy Love brings the party DAY
throughout the township of Washington and encourages all residents to join in recognizing Jimmy Love for his enthusiasm, community spirit, and dedication to bringing people together In celebration and friendship, a witness thereof, we have affixed here unto our
set our hands and caused the seal of Washington Township of Washington, New Jersey to be affixed this 10th day of June 2026. CONGRATULATIONS. >> I just want to say thank you all for coming. I love ALL YOU GUYS AND LET'S GO.
Let's go. Any family members or friends? cupcake One more time. Let's go. >> Thank you so much. want to go here. >> No, you can't be stuck here.
>> Thank you so much for coming. Thank you. >> Thank you. Listen, if you say you can't have a lollipop, then you get bubbles. When you get bubbles, I have a bounce ball. You're going to get something. >> That's like Mary Poppins. >> I love his energy, man. I love his energy.
>> I love >> He's everywhere. >> They're heavy, aren't they? You going to go to jail? >> I enjoy PJs. >> Hey, let me know how I get more followers like you. I can't get that many followers.
>> You want me to go? >> Bye, camera. >> Okay, >> come on, buddy. Moving on to the bill list. Can I get a motion to approve the bill list for June 10th, 2026? >> Motion. >> Second. >> Roll call, please.
>> Council, >> yes. >> Harris, >> yes. >> Councilwoman Pascalone, >> yes. >> Council Vice President Brown, >> yes. >> Council President Deborah, >> yes. Can I get a motion to approve the regular minutes and executive minutes
for May 20th, 2026? >> Motion. Second. >> Roll call, please. Captain, >> yes. >> Councilman Harris, >> yes. >> Councilwoman Task Balloon, >> yes. >> Council Vice President Brown, >> yes. >> Council President Debor,
>> yes. Moving on to ordinances. Madame Clerk. >> Ordinance 22, 2022. Ordinance amending chapter 254 of the code of the township of Washington entitled truth. >> Okay. This ordinance is for introduction only. Can I get a motion to introduce ordinance 002-2026?
>> Motion. >> Second. >> Roll call, please. >> Council, >> yes. >> Councilman Harris, >> yes. >> Councilwoman, >> yes. >> Council Vice President Brown, >> yes. >> Council President Deborah, >> yes. Public hearing and adoption will be
occur on July 15th. Moving on to resolutions. The following resolutions are by consent agenda only and all require vote for all listed. Each one will be read by the title. If any member of the council wishes to have one removed and heard separately or need one tabled, please indicate prior to reading of the titles. >> Council President, uh at this time I
make a motion to remove resolution 145 from the uh from the table. >> Okay. So, we just get to do a roll call on that. >> Actually, remove it from the agenda. >> Remove from agenda all together. So, we just table it and then just do a roll call. >> Okay. All right. Can I get a a roll call
to table? >> Can I get a Can I get a motion? >> No, you mean Yeah. Second. >> Roll call, please. >> Councilman, >> yes. >> Councilman Harris, >> yes. >> Councilwoman Pascalone, >> yes.
>> Council Vice President Brown, >> yes. >> Council President Deborah, >> yes. Moving on, Madam Cler, read the resolutions, please. Resolution 139, resolution approving the 2026 fireworks display and awarding a
contract to Shaver Fireworks. 140. Resolution to cancel all grant receivable receivables and/or grant reserve appropriation balances. 141. Resolution of the Township Council of the Township of Washington, County of Gloucester, State of New Jersey,
reauthorizing the sale of surplus real property known as block 53, lot 1.02, 2, also known as 2011 East Valley Avenue, by open public auction in accordance with NJSA4A12-13
and if applicable NJAC 534-5.9 142 resolution cancelling taxes for a totally disabled veteran block 53 lot 4.02- 2- C0109
effective April 8th, 2026. 143 Resolution cancelelling taxes for a totally disabled veteran block 192.11 lot 19 effective April 20th, 2026.
Resolution 404, resolution authorizing refund of tax overpayments. Resolution 146, resolution authorizing the municipal clerk to readvertise request for proposals for more professional services of the township of
Washington. 147 resolution requesting approval of revenue and appropriations from the state of New Jersey for FY2026 community development grant block grant West Mr. Boulevard improvements in the
amount of $142,920. 148 resolution authorizing the installation to the well pit meter and piping for the Department of Public Works. >> Thank you, Madam Cler. Can I get a motion to approve resolutions R19-2026 to R148-2026
minus R145? >> Second. >> Got a second. >> I think he had a point of order. Yes. >> Okay, good. I need a motion. >> Motion. Second. Okay, roll call, please.
>> Council, >> yes. >> Council Harris, >> yes. >> Councilwoman, >> yes. Council Vice President Brown. >> Yes. >> Council President Deborah. >> Yes. Moving on to old business, new business and reports. Let's start with Councilman Joe Harris. >> Excellent. Thank you, Council President.
Um just want to talk a little bit about our beautiful Washington Lake Park. And as we're getting into the nice weather and into the summer, um I encourage everyone to check out the list of events that are going on there. Um it's it's a it's a it's a beautiful park with a lot to offer for everybody. Uh just
recently, actually just yesterday, we had um some women from a business called Alchemy X on our podcast, Beyond the Welcome Sign. And uh they were sharing with us a lot of great information on health and wellness. Um uh and uh they were also sharing that they will be conducting uh Pilates classes at
Washington Lake Park every Wednesday night this summer. It's every Wednesday. >> Every Wednesday. Yeah. >> Yeah. 7 o'clock every Wednesday. So, that's one of the one of the great things that we have in addition to concerts and festivals uh that I encourage you uh to get out to. Uh so, again, 7 o'clock Wednesday night uh
every Wednesday night. What's 5 5:30? >> 5:30. >> Was it 5:30 starts? >> I believe >> we'll get the right information. We we'll share it. I think we shared some posts about it, but we'll share more information. >> I don't know why 7 o'clock written down, but so it's it's 5:30, but yeah, we'll get the right information out there for you. But either way, uh it's a great
opportunity to get out, get some fresh air, uh get some great exercise if you've ever done Pilates or not. It's a it's a great form of exercise. So, um and in general, just stop out to Washington Lake Park and take advantage of uh of the beauty that that Washington Township has to offer. And that's all I have for this week. Counciloman,
>> yes. Um for the environmental committee, um there's a project that's going to be coming up, but I will provide more information as >> Thank you. Um, as the 2025 2026 school year is coming to a close, I have a few points to highlight from the month of
May and June, the high school boys minute lacrosse team played for their first sectional title on Tuesday, June 9th at Southern Regional. They advanced to the NJSIAA South Jersey Group 5 Championship game for the first time in our school's
history. Also on Tuesday, June 9th, Try hosted their annual solo and ensemble showcase. Members of Washington Township High School orchestra course and band participated in this special performance. Senior bulariat will take place on June
17th, 2026. It is a spiritual farewell celebration from the graduating class of 2027 26. It is an is it is an evening that lets them reflect on all the blessings they have enjoyed while completing their education. Teachers, friends, administrators, family, and
religious leaders from our community are invited to attend. June 12th is the senior's last dance, as well as on June 23rd, the senior sunset and senior barbecue will take place as well, and senior awards night to follow on the 24th. We are excited for the upcoming
graduation of the class of 2026 on June 25th, 2026 at Washington Township High School Stadium. We enjoy coming together as a community to celebrate the accomplishments of our senior class. The ceremony will be live streamed so you can watch from home and share in the celebration.
Washington Township is looking forward to the 250th celebration of this great country. Many students, staff, clubs, teams, and organizations will participate in the Washington Township Fourth of July parade to celebrate as a community. Thank you. >> Thank you so much, Councilman Jackus.
>> Thank you. Uh I have a lot to report on. Uh the first thing I'd like to report on is our Memorial Day service for the veterans. Uh it was held on Memorial Day and because of the weather we took it inside to the 1112 building at the high school auditorium. I think it was well
attended. Uh I wanted to send out a special thank you to um our uh township band and instructor Calvin Spencer. uh he is a former US Marine Corps uh veteran and they did a beautiful job.
Those those young people were just fantastic. We had uh a lot of attendance by our veterans and I think it was a good tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice and uh we hope not to have to have it inside again this
Veterans Day come November 11th. But if it is uh we will have it inside um so that we don't get wet, windblown. Um also uh this past Saturday we had the shred event right out here on the municipal parking lot. It was extremely
well attended. This year we set a record 448 cars and Barbara Mores asked me to tell everyone that last year we had 7.43 tons collected. This year we set a new record of 9.5 tons. Uh we do apologize
because um she wanted to let you know that both trucks were filled. The trucks from this company were smaller than the trucks that were used previously and that company's no longer in business. and we were not aware of the fact that they were sending smaller trucks. So, in
anticipation of an even better attendance this coming year, uh they've added a third truck for the shred event, which is October 24th. So, you can put your um that in the date. And if you do have a need to get rid of articles that need to be shredded, Saturday, June 20th
from 8:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 1200 North Telsey Drive in Clayton. They're having a shred event shred event. the county is. Um, so I marked that down. And, uh, from our environmental committee, uh,
Leon Lacros asked me as far as the community garden to send out a special thank you to our public employees who successfully transformed um, the old community garden to the new community garden. So, that has been
done. Um, and last but not least, talking about the Washington Lake Park, which I think is our crown jewel. Um, on Father's Day, Saturday 21st, 700 p.m. Barbara asked me, let everyone know at the park amphitheater, uh, we are going
to have some of Mottown's favorites with the sensational Soul Cruisers. It's a free event, so mark it down. Weather permitting, no thunderstorms. Uh, there will be entertainment there. And I think that completes my report. >> All right. Thank you, Councilman. Madam
Clerk, anything? >> Um, I would like to just give a shout out to public works for all their help with the election, specifically Ralphie. Um, kind of like my my shadow and my right arm during
election time. So, thank you so much. a lot of moving parts and we have to prepare that day and I appreciate all the help that I >> Russo anything >> no report other than to say that I've seen the sensational soul cruisers many
times >> at the Jersey Shore and they're they're a lot of fun. >> All right, good. So >> So I may make a rare appearance uh and show up for that. It's worth it. >> All right. Love that. Vice President. >> Yes. um from the library. They've asked me announce asked me to announce a
couple events. Um one of them great internet's slow. Um, the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's disease will be Thursday, June 18th at at 1 p.m. Um, and South Jersey Dinosaur
History presented by the Edomman Fossil Foundation Fossil Park and Museum, Tuesday, June 30th at 6 PM. Um, there's also upcoming children's events. um and summer readings. Um Unear Story is
coming uh June 15th through August 29th will be held at the library. Registration is now open for brand new story times beginning next week. So please continue to check out their um website and uh sign up where necessary.
Uh the library continues to offer quality programs um to uh children of all ages, young adults and adults. Uh and then be looking forward to their touch a truck event in July. Uh don't have a date event, but that is always a
well attended event by our community. And just a thank you to public works for the work on the shred event. Um uh you guys always do a fantastic job. uh not only assisting the residents in getting stuff out of their cars, but moving the
traffic through efficiently because you pull up there, cars are lined up down the street waiting to waiting to get in until we get them through some of the lines and it tailors off. But they do a tremendous job um you know checking people uh make sure they're township
residents and also getting everybody through. So thank you. Uh I think that's it. >> All right. Thank you so much. I got a couple things here as well. So, congratulations to the Township Lacrosse team. I did see that. That's that's that's awesome. This Saturday and Sunday, wine and barbecue in the park. This event has not been We haven't had
it for quite some time, right? So, it's back. It's It's better than ever. So, please get to that. That's going to be a good one. They have cornhole for Cole on June 27th. So, that that's an awesome event, too. We had Lemonade Wars this past Sunday. If anybody saw that, we had two brothers and two friends on one side of town, two brothers and two friends on
the other side of town. They were going at it for the best lemonade. That was awesome. I had to choose. It was difficult. It was very difficult. But both I think it was actually the same lemonade. I'll be honest with you, but I you know I had to choose anyway but I think it was the same lemonade but it was awesome. It was really a lot of fun. Their mom was out there. A lot of fun.
Herville had an event in the park. They were fifth graders and and they had their music in the park under the stars. What a great event. I don't know when they're you know I kind of got that information last minute but when any school's having that please let us know because that was a great they had they were singing mamas and papas. They had Metallica they were singing. So they
were really good. I was so glad I went. That was really great. Holly had his graduation today. I was there with with the mayor and chief was with us and Councilman Joe Harris was there as well. So, congratulations to all the students that graduated. Uh the fourth annual Girl Scout dessert treat 12th, 13th, 14th. We'll be posting information about
that. That's another great event. Please, it helps out local businesses are involved. Helps out the Girl Scouts. So, please do that. This past Sunday was National Cancer Survivor Day. Shout out to my mom who is a cancer survivor and anyone else out there. Uh it's a beautiful day. So, please recognize those people in your life that that are
survivors. The podcast light like Councilman that was great. So, we have Bob Lizard from Monster Golf on. We had Carrie from Alchemy. It's alchemiacs. Am I saying it right? I still don't know how to say it. >> I alchemy. >> That's part of the out takes that we have. >> That's I have to see the outakes cuz I didn't know how to say I don't know how
to say it now. >> Alchemy. >> Alchemy. >> Yeah. Turning. >> See, my husband can't spell it. I'm like, I can't even say it. Let's spell it. I can't. It was a lot of fun. We have We have like 10 minutes of trying to figure out what it was. And the outtakes were actually the the we just laughed for about 10 minutes. So a lot of fun. So
great great times really. And then uh Scrub Haven opened this past this Sunday. It was right. So Council Jack Ericson were there. Great. Especially we're such a medical community. Go there. This is a great entrepreneur family. They are just amazing. They have a store in Philadelphia. They made the transition over here to Washington
Towns. I'm so glad that they did. They're we're going to have them on a future episode as well. Super excited to have them on. Really great people. Got to meet their family. Store is beautiful. Another store in the Black Pike that was that was closed that they reopened. So, good for them. Another opening this Friday, too, for K9 Resorts. It's a big opening. So, I know
people are focused on some of the things that aren't open, but there's a lot of great things. Shout out to Jimmy Love. That's what our township is all about. That's what people say our community. Absolutely. And these types of things and these events, we have an Eagle Scout. We have so many great people in our community. So, super excited for so many things are happening, especially on
the Black Pike. A lot of good things are happening. You know, people are asking a lot about what's going on with data centers. Washington Township is not getting one. So, I know a lot of people reaching out. We're putting out as much social media and all this stuff. So, please continue to to ask us questions. We'll answer every single one. We'll get you the best information. And that's all
I have for today. Council President, if you don't mind, just uh a correction for the 7:00 for for Alchemy or Alchemy Mimi X. >> Alchemy. Yes. Alchemy. >> Alchemy. >> Alchemy X. Um yeah. So, it's it's actually uh Frank Alamiro, the wonderful and talented Frank Alamiro uh did
confirm that it is 5:30 every Wednesday night at Washington Lake, >> which is great because it's a free event >> and and if you if you don't know Carrie, get to know her. Talk about another great entrepreneur, great story. Watch the podcast. We have great guests. We laugh. We have a good time and you get great information. It's I I love the
guests that we have on. We have some really great guests. I think next week we have on Blended Joe. So, the owners of Blended Joe are going to be on. Find out their story. find out, you know, why they chose Washington Township. Hopefully bring some coffee, you know, we'll enjoy some of their coffee mug. Yeah. Need some of that. But, uh, super super excit.
>> Yeah. So, we film early in the morning. >> All right. Moving on to public participation. Please follow the public posted which has been attached to the public agenda and limit your comments to 5 minutes. Once you've completed your comments, I'll ask if anyone has of the governing body or the designate wish to address your comments. Can I get a motion open to public? >> Make that motion. >> Second. >> All in favor?
>> I. >> No. Anyone from the public wish to speak? Maxine, tell us about your trip. The cruise, you sure you have a slideshow? Seeing none, can I can I get a motion to close to the public? >> Motion. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I
>> Oh, you go. Go ahead. >> And I forgot to mention um tomorrow night is the 7 o'clock. >> Six o'clock. >> Six o'clock. Okay. um is cops and bobbers at the lake right behind the
municipal police station goes from 6:00 to 8 o'clock and then two weeks from tomorrow night it'll be the second one correct anything chief you want us to say special >> if you have rods bring your own rods we have 125 >> if you have your own rods bring it if
not they do have rods you can borrow and chief you had a lot of businesses that stepped up to donate for that correct >> we really do yeah >> yeah so I know you did a post on that so please try to try to free with those businesses that really tried to step up and how we got a lot of great businesses. That was one of the podcasts, too, where we had the the people of uh it small small business big
hearts on there. That episode just dropped the other day doing great things in the community. A lot of businesses here step up and help out all the time. So, we truly appreciate that. So, >> senior senior lunch. We have just so many great things happening here in our community. Can I get a motion to adjurnn? >> Motion.
>> Second. >> All in favor? >> I >> I adjourned. Does it come back to one month? >> Summer. Yeah. Yeah. So, so next month will be just one month meeting. July. One in July, one in August. Okay. So, June still June's two.