like to call this meeting order at 602. This is a regular meeting of the township of Washington in accordance with with the requirements of the New Jersey statutes regarding open public meetings. Not this meeting was legally advertised in the carrier post in the South Jersey Times as well as posted on the bulletin board in the missile building. Fire exits are located through the double doors to your left and right.
Please silence all mobile devices. This meeting is being videotaped. Anyone does not wish to be seen on television may be excused. This will be shown on channel 9 every week. Sunday at 9:00 p.m., Wednesday at 7 p.m., Friday at 10 p.m. and Saturday 10 will continue to the next meeting. You can also see us on our YouTube channel where it's being live
streamed. Please rise for the pledge of allegiance. To the flag of its nation and justice for all. >> Roll call, please. >> Council Vice President Brown
>> here. >> Councilman Harris >> here. >> Councilwoman Pascalone >> here. >> Councilman Jükus >> present. >> Council President Deborello >> here. >> Mr. Mayor Delpia >> here. >> Mr. Russo >> here. Mr. Ernie >> present. Moving on to presentations.
Start with a first proclamation recognition of fire prevention month. >> Face the camera. I want to welcome the members of the Washington Township Fire Department here tonight. As we all know, once a year fire prevention comes around uh in the
month of October and as we get closer to the end of the month, the fire service wants to remind us to change our clocks, change our batteries. Uh we have a proclamation tonight in recognition of fire prevention month. Uh
whereas fire remains a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally and the presence of lithium ion batteries in many household devices and work equipment introduces unique fire risks and where the electronics used in our homes and workplaces daily
including smartphones, tablets, laptops, power tools, ebikes, ecooters and toys are powered by lithium ion batteries which if misused, damaged or improperly ly charged can overheat, start a fire and explode. Whereas National Fire
Protection A Association reports an increase in battery related fires underscoring the need for public education on the safe use of lithium-ion batteries. And whereas individuals using lithium-ion battery devices should follow three key calls to action. Buy
only listed products, charge batteries safely, and recycle them responsibly to prevent battery related fires. And whereas lithium batteries store large charge amount of energy in a small place and improper use such as overcharging, using off-brand chargers without safety
certification or exposing batteries to damage can result in fire or explosions. And whereas the proper disposal and recycling of lithium ion batteries to help prevent environmental hazards and reduce fire risks in the home and community through fire prevention,
safety education, and public outreach. Whereas the 2025 fire prevention rec change into fire safety lithium ion batteries in your home serves to remind us of the importance of using charging and res using charging and recycling
lithium ion battery safely to reduce the risk of fires in homes, workplaces and communities. Now therefore be it proclaimed that mayor that mayor Delpia and the council of township of Washington of Foster County, state of New Jersey do hereby proclaim the month
of October as fire prevention month and urge the community to safely use lithium ion battery powered devices to prevent fires and protect lives. In witness thereof, we have there unto we have here unto set our hand and caused the seal of township of Washington, Gloucester
County, state of New Jersey to be affixed this 22nd day of October, 2025. [Applause] >> Sure.
>> Uh just a few words. Uh first and foremost uh every day is a challenge for us in the fire service. Um but with the increase in the usage of lithium ion batteries that has called it caused a significant increase of fires and
hazards throughout the country over the last few years. In fact, here in Washington Township just the other night, we had an incident that involved a lithium ion battery. And there have been many homes uh throughout our region that have been affected or destroyed as a result of improper use of lithium ion
battery. Uh our our men and women of this agency of our fire department has taken um extra steps this year to get out there into the field and educate our public on these hazards um as well as the other uh fire prevention tips we do
throughout the month of October. Uh but if you can check out our social media Facebook page, you'll see some videos that our firefighters put together and uh special thanks to our career staff for uh working on those videos. Um some of them are quite entertaining. I think you'll enjoy them, but it definitely
hits the message uh that we want to deliver. And again, our fire prevention efforts with Captain Seichek and his team uh with our fire prevention uh is not just in the month of October. We stress it throughout the entire year throughout the uh township of Washington. So, I want to thank uh our
our team as well as the uh mayor and council for recognizing us this uh evening. So, thank you Check us Thank you. >> It doesn't sound for anybody. So, we're here recogn recognize Joan Kelly. She's been a crossing guard for
Boston Township for over 21 years. It's a job that's very important. You get our kids to school to and from safely. Um all kinds of weather, right? Heat, cold, rain, wind, and there's a lot of crazy drivers in township that we know. But
this is just a small token to say thank you for your commitment to our township. Um we appreciate everything you did and our town thrives on people like you. So, thank you for what you did. It's just a small token and we appreciate your
service. >> Thank you to everybody. >> You're supposed to retire. You're supposed to retire. We're filling around. It's all about you guys. You guys [Applause] >> Thank you.
Thank you very much. >> You have my direct number. You call me anytime. We'll serve you. All right. >> Good evening everybody. This is a uh Washington Township of Washington proclamation in recognition of Filipino American History Month. Whereas the
month of October is recognized nationwide as Filipino American History Month to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Filipino Americans to the United States. And whereas Filipino Americans are the second largest
Asian-American group in the nation and have played a vital role in American history over the four centuries, beginning with the arrival of the first documented Filipinos in Mororrow Bay, California on October 18th, 1587.
And whereas Filipino Americans have contributed significantly in every aspect of American society, including labor, education, medicine, military service, government, arts, business, and civil rights,
often overcoming racial discrimination and economic hardship in the pursuit of equity and opportunity. And whereas FilipinoAmerican History Month is an opportunity to reflect on the enduring legacy, leadership, and resilience of
FilipinoAmerican community while also promoting awareness and education about its unique history and experience. And whereas this year we recognize and honor the individuals of the FilipinoAmerican community whose
contributions have uplifted FilipinoAmerican heritage and help preserve the culture cultural legacy for future generations. Whereas by celebrating Filipino American History Month, we strengthen the bonds
of unity and appreciation that enrich our diverse nation. Now therefore be it proclaimed that Mayor Delapia and the council of of the township of Washington, Loster County, state of New Jersey do hereby complain
com proclaim October as Filipino American History Month and encourage all residents to learn more about Filipino American history and to celebrate the many ways Filipino Americans have enriched our
communities in our nation. In witness thereof, we have hereto set our hand and caused the seal of the township of Washington in Gloucester County, state of New Jersey to be affixed this 22nd day of
October, 2025. [Applause] We're going to take a two-minute recess. Everybody want >> Thank you so much. I appreciate Thank you. Nice meeting everybody. Thank you so much.
>> Thank you. >> We might be able to bring that tomorrow to the bigger person. Okay, moving on. Can I get a motion to approve the bill list for October 22nd, 2025? >> So move. >> Second. >> Roll call, please.
>> Councilman, >> yes. >> Councilman Harris, >> yes. >> Councilwoman Pascalone, >> yes. >> Council Vice President Brown, >> yes. >> Council President Deborello, >> yes. Can I get a motion to approve the regular minutes, the executive meeting minutes for October 8th, 2025?
>> Motion for both. Second. >> Roll call, please. >> Council Jus, >> yes. >> Councilman Harris, >> yes. >> Councilwoman Pascalone, >> yes. >> Council Vice President Brown, >> yes. >> Council President Zorello, >> yes. Moving on to ordinances, Madam Clerk.
>> Ordinance 22, ordinance of the township council of detachable Washington authorizing the acquisition by negotiation or domain of real property designated as part of block 193 lots 2 and 2.01 on the tax map of detachable Washington.
>> Okay. This order is up for adoption after public hearing. Can I get a motion to open to the public regarding 002-2025? >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. >> Anyone from the public wish to speak about this ordinance? >> Seeing none, can I get a motion to close
to the public in ordinance 22-2025? >> Motion. >> Second. >> All in favor? I >> can I get a motion to adopt ordinance 20 I'm sorry ordinance 22-2025 >> motion >> second got a second >> I defer
>> defer counciloman a second on you okay can I get a roll call please >> yes >> councilman Harris >> yes >> councilwoman Pascaloon >> yes >> council vice president brown >> yes >> council president dearella >> yes moving on resolution can I get a
motion to remove from the table resolution R231-2025 resolution for the governing body for the certification of the annual audit. >> Motion second. >> Roll call, please. >> Council, >> yes. >> Councilman Harris, >> yes.
>> Councilwoman Pascalone, >> yes. >> Council Vice President Brown, >> yes. >> Council President Deborah, >> yes. Can I get a motion to approve resolution R231-2025? >> Motion. >> Second. >> Roll call, please. >> Councilman, >> yes. Councilman Harris,
>> yes. >> Councilwoman Pascalone, >> yes. >> Council Vice President Brown, >> yes. >> Council President Debor, >> yes. >> The following resolution are consent agenda only and only require vote for all listed. Each one must be read by title. If any member of the council wishes to have one removed or heard
separately, they need to indicate prior to the readings. Does anyone need? Seeing none, by the clerk, please read the resolutions. >> Resolution 264, resolution approving a large gathering application for popups, custom cars, kindness, event in honor of Cole Fitzgerald scholarship fund in
Washington Lake Park. 265 resolution confirming eligible prosecutors for the town of Washington. 266 resolution authorizing the municipal clerk to advertise requests for proposals for 2026 professional services. 267
Resolution requesting approval of revenue and appropriations from the state of New Jersey for 2025 drive sober or get pulled over grant program in the amount of $7,840. 268 resolution to cancel all grant
receivables and or grant reserve appropriation balances. 269 resolution authorizing a change order number two from Think Favers Heartscaping LLC for Twin Ponds Alpha Improvements Project. 270 Resolution authorizing a change
order and accepting a maintenance bond from Capella Construction, Inc. for Acadia Drive alpha improvements and erosion concerns project 271. Resolution cancel cancelling taxes for a disabled veteran lot 82.21,
lot 27 4206 Tish Road effective June 27, 2025. 272 Resolution cancelelling taxes for a totally disabled veteran block 199.01,
lot 2549 Burkshshire Drive, effective July 3rd, 2025. 273 Resolution approving the amusement parking games license from January 1, 2026 to December 31st, 2026 for Nifty50s
located at 4670 Route 42 in Turnersville. 274 Resolution authorizing the sale of surplus property to another government agency. 275 Resolution approving a large gathering application for AMBbot mechanical trunk or treat
event. Can I get a motion to approve? Oh, >> here's Can I get a motion to approve resolutions R264-2025 to R275-2025? >> Motion. >> Second. >> Roll call, please. >> Council meas. >> Yes. >> Councilman Harris,
>> yes. >> Councilwoman Pascalone, >> yes. >> Council Vice President Brown, >> yes. >> Council President Deborello, >> yes. Okay, moving on to old business, new business reports. Before we do that, yesterday marked 26 years uh for
Corporal Steve Levy. So, I'd like to take a moment of silence, please, for Corporal Levy. >> Start over here. Councilman Joe Harris, old business, new business and reports. >> Uh yes, nothing uh major to a report. I know some of us uh council me and and and women are going to be discussing
some upcoming events. I just want uh people to try to put in their calendar. Uh there's an event uh called Night to Shine and um this is event that's going to be held at uh Calvary Chapel and uh some of us were able to make it there uh last I just kind of want people to put
on their calendar for u it will be on a Friday night uh this uh January or February and uh we were discussing you know where to hold it possibly uh new location but it will be at Calvary and it's a it's a beautiful night um for for people who don't individuals that don't
really have the opportunity to go to proms. um some uh special needs individuals will be there and it's a it's a really beautiful night and uh as we progress in in planning uh this event I'll be sharing the information but uh the idea for would be for as many people
to show up as possible in the parking lot and cheer these individuals on. They come dressed in prom gear and and and dresses and and uh tuxedos and uh we're looking for as much of a turnout as we can uh in the parking lot to cheer them on when they come in. So, that's just uh
one upcoming event um way in advance that I wanted to uh to discuss and and welcome everybody to. And uh that's actually all I have for this week. >> Nothing to report for this week. >> Thank you. Um as the leazison to the
Veterans Advisory Board, uh this coming Sunday at 11 o'clock at the amphitheater in the Washington Lake Park, the Tri County Veterans uh group will have a ceremony to honor all veterans. Please try to attend. There is no fee. And
don't forget this coming November the 11th at 11:00 behind police station at Veterans Park. Uh we will be honoring all veterans at 11:00. Please try to attend if at all possible. We have many
guests and we'll have many veterans that you can shake hands with and say thank you. That's all. Rooney, anything? >> Nothing to report, Mr. Council President. Thank you. >> Yay! Russo, >> there you have some. >> Uh, yeah, I just want to want to
congratulate Joan um on a great career. We appreciate her service. >> I want to mention we opened um new business in Echo Plaza, La Cal La Cali. >> La >> um Mexican grocery store. So, we wish them the best. Across the street from
them was Hallow Grounds opened uh last week as well. Yeah. So, we were there yesterday, me and Peter. So, wish them the best. And just remind everybody, uh, Halloween's coming up, so just slow down a little bit. It's getting darker early. There's going to be a lot of kids on the road. Believe it's a Friday night this
year. Um, just be more conscious that night that there's a lot of kids on the road and, you know, be safe. That's all I have. Thank you, Council Vice President. >> Busy month for council with many events these last two weeks and filling out the rest of the month. Um, had the pleasure
of attending many of those. uh those in particular of noting was the mccosland uh foundation for officer suicide prevention as well as first responders. I want to thank Mayor Council President Del uh Del Barillo and uh Councilman
Harris for coming to that event. It was um the uh co-founders were very appreciative of our attendance and hopefully we could support them in any way. It was a charity hockey event held at Hollale and uh there's was raffles
5050s and uh a lot of people there to uh remember the officer um who died tragically about 5 years ago. Uh we also attended the coin toss for the football game that afternoon. Uh it was great great to be there with the um the teams
representing council and the township of Washington. Um, so we've been we doing we've been doing a lot of good things this week and at the last two weeks. Uh, from the library, just a reminder, uh, they have their paranormal event this
Tuesday, October 28th at 7 p.m. 25 minute video ex uh, video explaining who the group SJ SJR is and their mission to help those in need. It's free of charge. again, Tuesday, October 28th, 7 p.m. And
a another reminder, uh, meet the World War II veteran, Andrew Tin Kery, Saturday, November 8th. This is a an event that must be RSVPd for pro for seating. Uh, there will be nobody admitted at the door. Uh, again,
Saturday, November 8th at 1 p.m., uh, I've seen him speak. Um he does a very vivid presentation of his experiences throughout and towards the end of World War II. And uh thank you to the fire department for coming tonight. Remember
for fire prevention month and the safety of taking care of lithium batteries and with the change with the uh uh time change coming up, make sure we change our clock, change our batteries. So that's it. >> President, I got a whole list of things they put in front of me here. A couple
things. One is uh first I want to thank uh Mr. Battel KD Battel invited us to a event for Dwali. So anybody's celebrating Diwali have Dewali to you. It was a great event they had in Cherry Hill and what an experience. I was saying that thank god I had clean socks on because they asked you to take your shoes off. So I was really afraid you
know I make sure I had clean socks on so that was a good thing. Sometimes you put money drill you don't know what you're going to get right. So I did have clean socks on no holes. I was happy about that. So, uh, it's just so, you know, amazing to see how people celebrate different and there must have been 5,000 people that attended this event. So, the
Congress was there, they had they had commissioners there, they invited uh, leaders from all over the state to attend and it was just a really great event. So, I appreciate him inviting us. I think we're going to have him later in to uh, talk about how we can work together on some things in the future and the mayor and I had talked about
that. Also, this Saturday, Shred Day. We love Shred Day. Shred day is a big thing. Uh it starts at nine o'clock, right, Frank? Starts at nine o'clock until noon. So please, the line, please have your ID because it's only for Washington Township residents. So please make sure you have your identification. They're saying no plastic bags, no
binders, and no binder clips. So they really do a lot of damage to the machinery. So please try to try to have that. General election will be November 4th. Early voting starts Saturday. >> Saturday starts early voting. So anyone who wants to do that, you can you can start there. You have a list and I just did a post as well on where you can go
to do the early voting. Also, vehicle thefts are on the rise. Please make sure to lock your cars. We have please any information you need about recycling is online as well. The library, yeah, like like council vice president just said, the library has a lot of great events. So, if you want to find some really great events, they had
one I missed last week about shipwrecks, which was supposed to be really good. The gentleman who speaks about the war, I think he's 103 years old at this point, right? He's turning 103. His memory 103 was 103. So he's on just amazing how he tells and
it's standing room only, right? So it's only so please please make sure >> Yeah. I mean he it was just Barb and I were were there last year. It it really really beautiful just to hear what he had to say and how he has pictures. So if you can please sign up for that. All
dogs are required to be registered and vaccinated. Trick or treat hours from 4 to 8 on the 31st. So please drive across like the mayor said. Daylight savings time ends uh ends on November 2nd. Be sure to change your clock and the batteries and smoke detectors. The tri-state fairs which we already said and the mal will be closed on Tuesday,
November 11th in observance of veterans holiday. So please uh moving on to public participation. Please follow the public decor posted which has attached the public agenda. Limit your comments of five minutes. I'll ask if anyone has any questions or comments and and we'll ask if any the governing body or their design wishes to address your your
comments. Can I get a motion to open to the public? >> Make that motion. Second. All in favor? >> I >> All right. Sure. >> Seeing none, can I get a motion to close to the public? >> Motion. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I.
>> Okay. The next council meeting is November 12th, 2025 at 6 p.m. Can I get a motion to adjourn? >> All in favor?