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1914 - Hewett, Ellen. Looking back, or, Personal Reminiscences (2nd ed.) - REVIEWS OF FIRST EDITION, p 96-102
REVIEWS OF FIRST EDITION
I have just finished reading 'Looking Back,' a dainty little volume containing the personal reminiscences of the widow of a New Zealand pioneer settler. To say that I enjoyed the reading is but lamely to express the pleasure and interest which I found in every page. Mrs. James Duff Hewett's story is the story of the stormy early days on this coast, when the white man and the Maori were at daggers drawn, and when every outlying farmstead was a perilous habitation. Into eighty-nine small and neatly-printed pages there is crowded a wealth of incident and adventure, all related in the simple, telling language of one who cherishes a vivid recollection of the thrilling happenings of which she speaks, supplemented by delightful glimpses of the social life of the days long gone. The long, and at times sensational voyage out, the arrival as a child in a strange new land, the girlhood, marriage and young motherhood in the bush, the tragedy of a hard-won home reduced to smouldering embers, the patient and plucky building up of another home, the frequent alarms and many providential escapes, culminating, alas! in the tragic death of Captain Hewett on the threshold of his homestead--all recounted by a noble woman to whom every incident is still a living fact. Worth reading? Yes, by young as well as old Colonials.
The Wanganui Chronicle, May 20, 1911.
We have received from Mr. Wm. Park a copy of 'Looking Back,' an interesting book on the early days of New Zealand, and especially of the West Coast and Wanganui districts, by Mrs. Hewett, of Wanganui, mother of Mr. C. R. Hewett, of Palmerston North. Mrs. Hewett writes chattily and pleasantly of old times and people, from the days when as a child of ten she collected pennies in England for a Maori Mission, and later, when in 1854-5, she came to the Colony, there to find her fate as a bride of fifteen with Captain Jas. Hewett. People nowadays little realize the hardships pioneers had to face then, and they are brightly told by Mrs. Hewett in recounting her experiences as the fifteen-year-old head of her husband's farm home. We are given many a glimpse of those times, though it is hard to realize that Mrs. Hewett as we see her to-day could have gone through them. It all culminated in tragedy, Captain Hewett's headless body being found riddled with Hau-Hau bullets on his own farm --one of the terrible incidents of the Maori Wars. On this occasion
the Maori murderers captured a sword which had belonged to Colonel Hewett, and been used at Waterloo. It was recovered years after, and is now in the possession of Mr. C. R. Hewett.
The Manawatu Daily Times, May 31, 1911.
'THE GOOD OLD TIMES'
There are many things to interest women in Mrs. Hewett's book, 'Looking Back.' What interesting folk these pioneer women were, and what fine families they reared. You can name them all over the country--the first native-born white families in their districts, sturdy men and women. The mothers had to face real hardships, and they faced them uncompromisingly. They rarely had domestic help, yet they dispensed unstinted hospitality, and met whatever came along, whether it was the burning down of a house or some terrible tragedy, with the same quiet, unflinching courage. Yet they entered most heartily into whatever festivities came their way.
Remember what Lady Broome wrote about early sheep-farming in Canterbury, and what Mrs. Gunn lately wrote of Central Australian pioneering in 'We of the Never-Never.'
The Manawatu Times, May 31, 19x1.
'LOOKING BACK'
In these days 'the early days' are just a little overdone, and the rather intolerant youth of the twentieth century grows impatient at the mention of the deeds of the pioneer. It is consequently somewhat risky to launch out on a task of recounting the fortunes and misfortunes of the first settlers. In some parts of the country the pioneers had a prosy enough existence, which has well been summed up as 'mud, mutton, and monotony.' But there were districts, the story of whose transition from primeval grandeur to prosy prosperity is full of all the stirring action of a great drama. It was Mrs. James Duff Hewett, mother of a well-esteemed resident of Palmerston North, who coined the epigram quoted above. But such a prosaic trinity could never have described her own life, for Mrs. Hewett passed through all the romance and the tragedy which attended the settlement of the West Coast of this island, and especially of Wanganui. Mrs. Hewett, therefore, had no need to apologize for putting her recollections of 'the early days' in print, and we make no apology for recommending all sorts and conditions of people to read 'Looking Back,' a neatly-bound little autobiography of the widow of a New Zealand pioneer. Many attempts have been made to give the present-day New Zealander a true picture of the dangers and difficulties of early settlement, but few have succeeded so well as the authoress of this little book. The story of a brief, but vivid and varied, existence during the Maori trouble is told with a simplicity that is more compelling than many more ambitious
works, and grips the attention of the reader from start to finish. A fine picture is given of the men and women who laid the foundations of the country's prosperity, and there have been few books which have made their readers realize the debt New Zealand owes to the heroes of half a century back. We are the most English of England's possessions, and the secret of our likeness to the Old Land is revealed in the pages of 'Looking Back,' for from splendid specimens of the breed called British the best part of the inhabitants of the Dominion have sprung. There are many charming glimpses of New Zealand's primitive glories, and they compel feelings of regret that so little remains to us of the splendours of our native bush. Those who would know the charm and tragedy of the pioneer life on this coast should read 'Looking Back,' which is on sale at Park's, booksellers.
The Manawatu Evening Standard, June i, 1911.
IN THE EARLY DAYS
'Looking Back: Or Personal Reminiscences by the Widow of a New Zealand Pioneer Settler.' St. Albans: The Campfield Press. Wellington: Whitcombe and Tombs.
Mrs. Ellen Hewett's name is well known as that of a much and justly respected lady who has been prominent in temperance and evangelistic work. The widow of the late Captain James Duff Hewett, who, with his widow, will be well remembered by many of the older generation of settlers in the Wellington Province, especially in the Wanganui district. Mrs. Hewett has written an unpretentious but very interesting record of her experiences in the earlier part of her life in New Zealand. In 1854 she came out with her parents to Melbourne when a child, on board the Earl of Sefton, of the White Star line. From Melbourne she came on to Nelson, in 1855, in a small brig which her father had chartered, and soon became personally acquainted with the special exigencies of an early settler's life, for her mother returned to England for a while, and upon the girl of fourteen was cast the responsibilities of household management. Three weeks after her fifteenth birthday the young lady was married to Mr. James Duff Hewett (afterwards better known as Captain Hewett), who had a farm near Wanganui. Mrs. Hewett gives us a simple but most interesting description of the life of the settlers in the early days, and many names crop up in the narrative which were as household words a few years ago in Wanganui. Her brother, Mr. James Baker, of Fordell, married a daughter of the late Mr. Shafto Harrison, a man of striking ability, who was at one time a member of the Provincial Council of Wellington, of which body Captain Hewett was also a member. Captain Hewett met his death at Kai Iwi, behaving with conspicuous gallantry. There was another European present. This man told Mrs. Hewett 'that about fifty Maoris had hidden in the bush near the house, and at midnight he heard his dog barking. On looking out he saw two or three Maoris with
guns prowling about. He roused my husband, who immediately slipped on some clothes, and said, "Don't be afraid; I'll go and speak to them." But they did not give him the chance of speaking. They fired a volley from the bush, and he fell to the ground wounded by five bullets. He said to the man, "Go, I am done for; save yourself; make for the bush at the back of the house." Seeing the man hesitate, he repeated, "Go!" and as some Maoris were coming near, the man ran for his life. He was saved by catching his foot in leaping a fence. This sent him into a ditch, where he remained covered by some gorse, and the Maoris passed over his head without seeing him.'
The natives were Hau Hau's, and carried before them the victim's head, taking also the heart. Some years afterwards these remains were recovered by Rev. Archdeacon Sam Williams, of Te Aute, and were placed in Captain Hewett's grave. His sword, which his father, Colonel Hewett (the very last of the Waterloo officers to survive), had given him, was lost for over forty years, when it was found by a Maori woman in a rata tree and placed in the Hawera Museum, whence it was returned to the widow. It is now in the possession of her second son, Mr. C. C. R. Hewett, of Palmerston North. In consideration of her husband's services to the Colony the Government granted the widow 400 acres of land for herself and children and a pension of £50. Mrs. Hewett describes her long and busy life in some detail, dwelling specially upon her religious experiences. The little book is one which does credit to the author's heart and literary abilities alike. Portraits are given of the author, of Colonel Hewett, and Captain J. D. Hewett, and there is also an illustration of the sword referred to above.
New Zealand Times, June 10, 1911.
'Looking Back, or Personal Reminiscences by the Widow of a New Zealand Pioneer Settler' (Campfield Press, St. Albans), is one of those little books of old-time reminiscences that picture a New Zealand--a land of primeval forest, vocal with lovely birds, and of trouble with tattooed Maoris--which recent comers can never conceive, and which, to the younger descendants of pioneers, is now a tradition. Mrs. Hewett, 'a great-grandmother at the age of fifty-six,' whose husband (for a time a representative of Wanganui in the Wellington Provincial Council) was killed in the Maori wars of the sixties, has written her little book in response to many requests from different friends, and it is marked by that straightforwardness and simplicity which is effective and convincing, and gives first-hand memories of events that have become historic. She writes at times with unusual absence of reserve, alike in domestic matters and religious experiences. But there is a genuine appeal in a record so unaffected and sincere; and it is pleasant to know that the descendants of these brave pioneers, to the fourth generation, are honoured and prosperous dwellers in our land, where the good lady passes a calm old age among her children's children and their little ones.
The Evening Post, June 10, 1911.
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A fine old identity of New Zealand is Mrs. Hewett, of Wanganui, whose husband, Captain Hewett, was killed by the Hau Haus on his farm, near Wanganui, in the Maori war. Mrs. Hewett came to New Zealand away back in the middle fifties. She has seen an immense deal of the ups and downs of Colonial life, and many of her reminiscences she has embodied in a just-published book, called 'Looking Back.' Mr. C. R. Hewett, of Palmerston North, is a son of Mrs. Hewett.
The New Zealand Free Lance, June 10, 1911.
'The mystic cord of memory.' How it refuses to allow our life to be separated into severed and fixed periods! The adumbrations of the years retain the tints and colours of the recent or the distant past as clearly recognizable, if not as marked and made as distinctive, in life's continuity as the strand of dyed thread which, passing through it, indicates the cable of the British Navy. More than one reference has been made in the columns of the Chronicle to the small book appearing in the shop windows, the cover of which is chaste and simple in its taste and style. In golden letters in a pale-blue ground, with a stripe of white to blend, are the words, 'Looking Back,' with the sub-title, 'Personal Reminiscences by the Widow of a New Zealand Pioneer Settler.' As an inexpensive and most interesting record, though brief and partial, of the troublous past, we think this delightful brochure most suitable to send as a small remembrancer to friends in Europe and Australia. It is well that 'Looking Back' should have been issued almost concurrently with 'The Wanganui Chronicle Coronation Souvenir,' the two creating a contrast, each with their respective excellencies, of Wanganui past and present. Together, they make up a postal packet which should prove distinctive and entertaining to friends near and far.
When examining a new book for criticism, Sydney Smith's witty remark comes to my mind: 'I never read a book before reviewing it: it prejudices a man so.' But the reader of Mrs. Ellen Hewett's book will lay it down with the satisfaction which comes through meeting and communing with something that bears upon its own face the stamp of artlessness and sincerity as well as healthful candour. The personality of the author alone would be likely to secure some amount of public notice for the little volume, for Mrs. Hewett is known beyond her large circle of friends as a lady of gracious habit and striking personality. By many of those who know her more intimately she is regarded as one who has emerged out of sorrow's shadow with a face smiling towards the morn. The very fact of going with a message of Love and Evangel for some three years to the Maori race, despite the grim memory of her husband's fate at their hands, is sufficient to strike the imagination and kindle aspiration. It is not our intention, however, to beggar this timely production by making it lean for success upon the personal qualities of the author. That is unnecessary. 'Looking Back' takes you into the heart of the
primeval forest of Old New Zealand, with its profusion of spreading fern and native undergrowth. You see dwelling amid its fragrance and beauty human beings who, through alternating sweets and sorrows, exhale the glowing wealth of love and hope with charming naturalness. Especially is interest caught up and held by the two young home-founders with warm lifeblood singing in their veins, whose task, like that of the others, is to blaze the track for the advancing civilization.
Please note that we do not claim for the book any unusual literary characteristics. Its recommendation is that there is not a line in the whole production which seems to strain at any such effect. It is a homespun style, not one manufactured by the mechanical dexterity of the book-builder, nor put upon the markets to meet the demands of the bookseller's methods. The sense of humour and romping vivacity of the earlier chapters, such as 'A Bride of Fifteen,' 'Bush Life,' or 'An Impromptu Ball,' is much in evidence. Even at this far remove the writer's smack of relish is obvious as she describes the hearty and unsophisticated manner in which the brave pioneers of New Zealand entered into the fun and frolic with which they variegated the stern business of founding a new country. There is a buoyancy of feeling and an exuberance of spirit in the record of those early days which seems to fill the uncultivated woods with native heart-melodies as of carolling songsters. Not more manifest is this than the hardiness with which, at that period, the young family life of the settlers stood up, certainly with forebodings, to the frowning Maori face. That countenance from the without of understanding--true mother of fear and hate--looked through the window of the English home. The tragic butchery of Captain James Duff Hewett, and the inner pictures of those uneasy times, tend to make more interesting and realistic to the youths and maidens of Wanganui the Lion in Queen's Park, the marble Maori statue in Matua Gardens, as well as the relics of our far too little prized Museum. The Christian testimony, later on in the book, to a sustaining faith seems so naturally to evolve in the story that even the man in the street will be likely to read with respectful sympathy rather than impatience. About this sort of reading so frankly and simply stated in the book one is almost inclined to apply the last words of the Earl of Rochester in the seventeenth century, with reference to the Bible, that the only objection against it is a bad life. This, with reference to this work, we do not declare; but we believe there are few people who would not be glad to see springing up out of the soil of the record--a soil into which has entered much sorrow, tears, and blood--the flowers and fruits of a calm confidence and acquiescence in a Divine Will.
Therefore, 'Looking Back' reminds us that dormant memories may be recalled, not as serpents that when warmed lift their heads to strike, but that even the bitter memories of the Maori war days can from within thus be recalled and told out without resentment, revealing how the rough roadway may be smoothed and bordered with flowers. It shows that when life can be reviewed by devout hearts its relationships can change. Under the right
influences 'the chill of Arctic enmity' may give place to 'the tropical atmosphere of noble friendship? The desire expressed in the foreword, that the book will be useful, is sure to be fulfilled. Science tells us that the falling of a leaf or the vibration of a song affects the universe, and the book from the pen of this lady, still a resident of our town, will also influence the life around us, and it is a pleasure to believe the result will be so good in its effects.
The Wanganui Chronicle, July 7, 1911.
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Q: libvlc_media_player_set_hwnd() in LibVLC.NET I need to use libvlc_media_player_set_hwnd() function in GTK#, but I can't find it. Instead of this I found this function in LibVLC.NET:
//==========================================================================
// void libvlc_video_set_format_callbacks (libvlc_media_player_t *mp, libvlc_video_format_cb setup, libvlc_video_cleanup_cb cleanup)

//==========================================================================
[UnmanagedFunctionPointer(CallingConvention.Cdecl)]
public delegate uint libvlc_video_format_cb(ref IntPtr opaque, ref uint chroma, ref uint width, ref uint height, ref uint pitches, ref uint lines);

//==========================================================================
[UnmanagedFunctionPointer(CallingConvention.Cdecl)]
public delegate void libvlc_video_cleanup_cb(IntPtr opaque);

//==========================================================================
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private delegate void libvlc_video_set_format_callbacks_signature(IntPtr mp, libvlc_video_format_cb setup, libvlc_video_cleanup_cb cleanup);

//==========================================================================
private readonly libvlc_video_set_format_callbacks_signature m_libvlc_video_set_format_callbacks;

//==========================================================================
public void libvlc_video_set_format_callbacks(IntPtr mp, libvlc_video_format_cb setup, libvlc_video_cleanup_cb cleanup)
{
  VerifyAccess();

  m_libvlc_video_set_format_callbacks(mp, setup, cleanup);
}

/*
  void libvlc_media_player_set_nsobject (libvlc_media_player_t *p_mi, void *drawable)
  void * libvlc_media_player_get_nsobject (libvlc_media_player_t *p_mi)
  void libvlc_media_player_set_agl (libvlc_media_player_t *p_mi, uint32_t drawable)
  uint32_t libvlc_media_player_get_agl (libvlc_media_player_t *p_mi)
  void libvlc_media_player_set_xwindow (libvlc_media_player_t *p_mi, uint32_t drawable)
  uint32_t libvlc_media_player_get_xwindow (libvlc_media_player_t *p_mi)
  void libvlc_media_player_set_hwnd (libvlc_media_player_t *p_mi, void *drawable)
  void * libvlc_media_player_get_hwnd (libvlc_media_player_t *p_mi)
*/

In the comments there is mention of libvlc_media_player_set_hwnd (), may be this function somehow replace it or give access to the same opportunities as libvlc_media_player_set_hwnd ()?
So I need this function or function which replaces it, or method that will help me play video in the needed window or gtk.widget(may be I need to get bitmap of an image or something like this).
What can i do?

A: libvlc/video/set_format_callbacks is meant completely for different things than libvlc/media_player/set_hwnd. While the use of the latter is fairly obvious (selecting target screen area), the former (according to this source) is a callback replacement for libvlc_video_set_format. Well, I didn't check the libvlc docs, but it's probably described well there. I'm no expert in libvlc, but, IMHO, these two functions are far from each other.
Regarding other functions that were visible in comments in the code:

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*libvlc_media_player_set_nsobject -- uses NSView (Cocoa)

*libvlc_media_player_get_nsobject -- returns NSView (Cocoa) previously set by the former

*libvlc_media_player_set_agl -- likewise, but for AGL (Apple OpenGL)

*libvlc_media_player_get_agl -- likewise, but for AGL (Apple OpenGL)

*libvlc_media_player_set_xwindow -- likewise, but for XWindows (genric Linux+XWin)

*libvlc_media_player_get_xwindow -- likewise, but for XWindows (genric Linux+XWin)

*libvlc_media_player_set_hwnd -- likewise, but for Microsoft Windows

*libvlc_media_player_get_hwnd -- likewise, but for Microsoft Windows

(see the docs about them)
So, it depends on what platform you are trying to use the libVlc, because that dictates the way the VLC can draw upon the screen.
If you are building for whatever on MS Windows - use HWND pair.
If you are building for Linux with XWindows - use XWindow pair.
If you are building for Cocoa on MacOS/iOS - use NSObject/NSView pair.
If you are building for OpenGL on MaxOS/iOS - use AGL pair.
On MS Windows, you must use HWND. Even if you are using WPF/GTK#/whatever. Every window in MS Windows uses HWND at its root. Dig it out from your UI library. It is somewhere there. But it might be unsatisfactory. For example, WPF (unless you do some tricks) uses exactly one HWND handle for each Window object. Passing this HWND to VLC would result in VLC drawing all other the window, not just the region you would want. That must be solved by different means, for example - creating another smaller window, keeping it on top ofthe main one, and constantly syncing its position so it moves as if it were glued to the main one. Ugly, but simple and works in most cases.

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Showing a Different Facet of Saudi Arabia in Rajaa Alsanea's Girls of Riyahd
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Introduction Rajaa Alsanea presents her readers with a society, Saudi Arabia, which is often labelled as archaic and suppressive. However, her novel, Girls of Riyadh (2007), portrays another facet of Saudi Arabia. The author takes Saudi society as standpoint to offer an insider's account of the situations and conditions of four Saudi girlfriends; Gamrah, Sadeem, Michelle and Lamees. Although the four highly fashionable and stylish girls from the 'velvet class' lead a modern life, they still oscillate between their desire for freedom and cultural patriarchal norms that they have internalised. Although Saudi Arabia is claimed to be 'Islamic', Islamic feminists argue that Muslim men wrongly interpret the Islamic traditions and Koran to uphold their misogynistic values. History of Saudi Arabia To be able to understand the prevailing situation in the Saudi system, it is essential to scrutinize different elements of Saudi Arabian history. Amongst the dominant paradigms patriarchy is a legacy of tribal history. Before the advent of Islam, Saudi Arabia was well-known as the "Jahiliyya" that is the 'age of ignorance'. During this era, there was an absence of political structure with proper constitution. The societal constructions depended primarily on the tribal communities which embodied several clans. The leader of each tribe was called a 'Sheikh' who was selected according to their physical strength and character and he had absolute authority over every individual.
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Q: how convert 1606813200000 to 2020-12-01T09:00:00.000Z with c# can not convert date The following object to datetime in c#
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I do not understand the relationship between the two
Why 1606813200000 == 2020-12-01T09:00:00.000Z?
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A: The number you see is a Javascript timestamp (number of milliseconds elapsed since January 1, 1970 00:00:00 UTC). You can test it in any browser console:

Following this article, you can convert back to DateTime object:
public static DateTime ConvertFromUnixTimestamp(double timestamp)
{
    DateTime origin = new DateTime(1970, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0);
    return origin.AddSeconds(timestamp / 1000); // convert from milliseconds to seconds
}

From the comment, I realize there is this method DateTimeOffset.FromUnixTimeMilliseconds as well:
// Convert Timestampt to DateTimeOffset
var time = DateTimeOffset.FromUnixTimeMilliseconds(1606813200000);

// Convert back to ISO string
var isoString = time.ToString("o");


This paper introduces Delaunay graph into path planning for mobile robot for the shortest path. Delaunay Graph is used for modeling the working space, an approximate shortest path of mobile robot is determined by using Floyd algorithm. Path can be found easily with adaptive genetic algorithm by adjusting the parameter. Then genetic algorithm is used for obtaining the optimum path. Results of simulation show that this path planning method is simple and realized easily.


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El Derecho de Matar es una novela del escritor argentino Raúl Barón Biza, publicada por primera vez en 1933. Si bien la edición original fue secuestrada y retirada, se realizó una segunda reedición en 1935. Es el libro más famoso de Barón Biza.

Contexto
A fines de noviembre de 1933 se anuncia la primera edición de "El Derecho de Matar". El autor estaba preso por su enfrentamiento con el gobierno de facto cuando concluyó lo trámites de la publicación.

La presentación del libro es lujosa: 5000 ejemplares en papel de altísima calidad, y tapas revestidas en plata.
En la portada se ve una guadaña y una calavera, y en la contraportada una cruz invertida sobre un escupitajo sanguinolento y en su interior tenía ilustraciones art-decó del dibujante Teodoro Piotti. El libro es descrito como un "alegato cívico-lésbico",  una novela "pornográfico-filosófica" en la tradición del Marqués de Sade.

Barón Biza hizo enviar uno de los ejemplares al Vaticano, mofándose del Papa con estas palabras: "para que tus porteros lo dejen pasar, para poder atraer tu atención, para que él sea una nota relevante de brillo en el salón entristecido de tu biblioteca oscura; he revestido de plata su portada".

Argumento
El Derecho de Matar cuenta la historia de Jorge Morganti, su hermana Irma y su amante Cleo. La artificialidad y el exotismo van tejiendo una narración sesgada por reflexiones filosófico-morales que oscilan entre el erotismo tradicional y una nueva forma creada por la aguda sensibilidad de Barón Biza.

La novela comienza con una carta al Papa Pío XI que justifica el envío del libro al Vaticano, al que sigue un breve prólogo. En el relato, Jorge Morganti es el nombre del protagonista, un aristócrata que reniega de su clase, que relata en primera persona su infancia y juventud en las serranías de Córdoba, años marcados por la figura de su padre. Posteriormente la novela transita la relación entre Jorge, su hermana Irma, y Cleo. La llegada de esta última al pueblo es un escándalo y el amor con Morganti lo aleja a éste de la responsabilidad asumida sobre su madre y hermana, y de la herencia de su padre. El amor entre Jorge y Cleo es insoportable para el pueblo, lo que provoca la partida de los dos hacia Río de Janeiro. Jorge abandona así a su madre y a Irma, su hermana.

En Brasil dilapidan el dinero y pronto se ven en la miseria. El encuentro de un Morganti mendicante con un antiguo amigo dispara el crimen. Jorge le suplica ayuda y ante el desprecio de aquel, lo mata. Con el dinero robado a la víctima emprenden el regreso a Buenos Aires. En la cubierta del barco se reencuentra con su amigo José Antonio, quien le cuenta de la muerte de la madre y le da indicios de la desventura de Irma.

Con la ayuda de José Antonio, metido en política, Jorge Morganti escala hasta convertirse en alguien más poderoso que su amigo mientras Cleo brilla en la vida de sociedad. En un banquete orgiástico se reencuentra con Irma, como una de las prostitutas. Ella, en su ausencia, ha padecido todo tipo de vejámenes. Jorge lleva a su hermana a vivir con él y con Cleo. En una siesta en que decide romper su rutina y regresar a casa, descubre juntas a Cleo y a Irma, que se han hecho amantes. "Debe" matarlas. Sin embargo, Jorge decide no hacerlo y se mata como último acto de rebelión ante la ley: "Soy más fuerte que Dios, voy a destruir, destruyéndome, esta agrupación de espermatozoides desarrollados".

Recepción
El gobierno de Agustín P. Justo (a quien Barón Biza había llamado "grotesco y fofo tiranuelo")  hizo inmediatamente sentir su temor haciendo secuestrar en la misma imprenta la primera tirada completa de cinco mil ejemplares, e inició contra Barón Biza un proceso por obscenidad. Defendido por Néstor Aparicio, logró con dificultad una absolución, aunque permanecería en la cárcel por razones políticas.

Reediciones
A comienzos del año 1935 se publica una segunda edición de "El Derecho de Matar", en edición rústica, ya que deseaba que la obra fuera accesible para el bolsillo de los obreros.

Ahora la portada es un dibujo con el mismo motivo, pero el autor es Carosselli, no Teodoro Piotti. Casi todas las ilustraciones de este último que aparecían en la versión original se repiten, pero ahora el propio Carosselli y Demichelis tienen a su cargo ampliar el concepto gráfico de la obra. En la contraportada se observa a una mujer de cabellos rojos, con los ojos desorbitados y un gesto de furia. A esta edición le seguiría una nueva en 1937, de la mano del editor M. Alfredo Angulo.

Referencias

Enlaces externos
 El Derecho de Matar - Versión original libre de 1933, PDF restaurada digitalmente por Amigos de Barón Biza
 Amigos de Barón Biza - Sitio oficial

Novelas de 1933
Novelas de Argentina
Literatura LGBT en Argentina

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Josie Russell may refer to:
Josie Russell (Home and Away), fictional character from Australian TV soap opera Home and Away
Josie Russell, British woman who, as a child, was attacked by Michael Stone but survived


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Township Council » Meetings » Minutes: January 15, 2009
All meeting minutes posted on the township website are unofficial minutes. Official copies of minutes may be obtained from the township clerk.
Minutes: January 15, 2009
A regular meeting of the Randolph Township Council was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by Mayor Metz. This meeting is held pursuant to the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act. Adequate notice of the meeting has been provided by posting written notice of the time, date, location and, to the extent known, the agenda of the meeting in Randolph Township. This notice was posted on the Bulletin Board within Town Hall, it was filed with the Township Clerk, and it was provided to those persons or entities requesting notification. Notice was also provided to the Morris County Daily Record and the Randolph Reporter on December 11, 2007, by emailing them the annual resolution adopted by the Council on December 6, 2007. The annual resolution, which included this meeting date, was advertised in the Randolph Reporter, the official newspaper of the Township of Randolph, on December 20, 2007, and in the Morris County Daily Record on December 27, 2007.
Councilman Algeier
Councilwoman Mitsch
Councilman Napoliello
Councilwoman Price
Deputy Mayor Alpert
Mayor Metz
ABSENT: Councilman Obremski
Also Present: Township Manager John Lovell and Keli Gallo from the Law Offices of Edward Buzak
Mayor Metz led the Pledge of Allegiance.
(1) Regular Council Meeting Minutes—December 18, 2008
Deputy Mayor Alpert made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Councilman Napoliello seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
AYES:
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Councilwoman Mitsch
(2) Re-Organization Meeting—January 1, 2009
Councilman Napoliello made a motion to approve the minutes pending the spelling of Sheriff Rochford's name. Councilwoman Mitsch seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
(3) Executive Session Minutes—December 18, 2008
Deputy Mayor Alpert made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Councilman Algeier seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
Judith Stewart, 114 Everdale Road, reiterated her concerns about entering and exiting the parking lot at the new Post Office. She asked the Manager to determine whether the Council has the ability to erect signs on Sussex Turnpike since it is a county road.
Manager Lovell responded that he believes it is a decision of the Freeholders. He has also asked the Traffic Safety Committee to take a look at the issue and issue a formal recommendation.
Seeing no one further from the public, the public portion was closed.
COUNCIL AND MANAGER REPORTS
Councilwoman Price stated that the Board of Health will be coming to the Council asking for their support for a resolution that would ask Atlantic City to ban smoking in their casinos. She noted that Atlantic City had previously imposed such a ban on smoking in their casinos, but have since rescinded it because the casinos were losing money.
Councilman Algeier noted that the issue of budget caps has been in the news lately. He believes it is important for the residents to know that Randolph has consistently been under the budget caps that have been imposed in past years.
Councilwoman Mitsch stated that the Recreation Committee will be presenting workshops and training programs from an organization called Positive Coaching Alliance in an effort to raise parent and coach awareness of good sportsmanship and other positive aspects of having children involved in sports. She also noted that Mr. Van Brunt will be presenting a negative budget increase for Parks and Recreation for 2009.
Mayor Metz reported that the email alert system is up and running. This system will notify subscribers of events planned in the community. He thanked the Assistant Township Manager for all of his efforts in getting the email alert system online. Renovations to the library are moving along. The Mayor attended a Mayors' Legislative Meeting in Trenton where Governor Corzine briefly spoke about the budget caps and about how towns should expect less state aid this year, although numbers will not be released until March. The Mayor noted that there will be a forum on February 17 sponsored by the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee asking for suggestions for improving the intersection of Dover-Chester Road and Route 10. Mayor Metz suggested repainting the lines and returning the road to two lanes, which is the way it used to be before the turn lane for CVS was implemented.
Manager Lovell introduced the members of the Council to Ralph Carchia, the Engineering Administrator and noted that Mr. Carchia will be addressing the Council later in the meeting to discuss a persistent problem dealing with the grading of properties. The Manager reported that Randolph was invited to a meeting of the Morris County Improvement Authority, which he and Councilman Obremski attended. Of interest is the fact that Randolph was the only town invited, along with several Boards of Education. The Improvement Authority is undertaking a pilot solar energy project, as opposed to a county-wide initiative, and has asked that Randolph participate in the program. Manager Lovell would like to move forward with the Municipal Building and the Library, however the Library's existing roof is getting old and should be replaced before the installation of the solar panels. He is bringing in a professional to evaluate the Library roof and put together specifications for replacing the roof. Investing in solar panels will be a big initiative, however the Manager will not proceed unless Randolph stands to benefit substantially from that investment. The Manager reported that there has been a collapse in the recycling market. Randolph's current contract for recycling expires later this year and he expects to see major changes with regard to budget. He did note that recycling, even in the current collapsed market, is still less expensive than hauling recyclables to a landfill.
(1) Amending and Supplementing Section 31-51 and 31-52—Stop Signs
Manager Lovell noted that this ordinance deals with intersections in town where there is no designated stop street. An audit was done of all the intersections in town. Those that were not regulated were identified, and this ordinance will regulate those previously unregulated intersections in an effort to ensure that every intersection has a stop street.
Ms. Gallo indicated that only Section 31-52 is being amended. The reference to Section 31-51 should be deleted from the title.
Councilman Algeier stated that he would be supportive of stop signs at intersections that have been problematic, however he doesn't believe there is a need to install stop signs at all of the intersections named in the ordinance. He senses it could possibly breed some contempt for the law in that drivers might ignore many of the signs posted or see the signs as a means of making revenue for the Township.
Manager Lovell responded that this ordinance can be returned to the Traffic Safety Division for further review and comment.
(2) Capital Ordinance Appropriating $50,000.00—Municipal Building Improvements Including Courtroom Security, Replace Emergency Generator
Manager Lovell noted that this ordinance no longer includes the replacement of an emergency generator so it should be deleted from the ordinance title. The current emergency generator is not functioning correctly at this time because so many functions are hooked up to it. Non-vital functions will be removed and the generator will be tested to see if it performs better. He noted that if the generator still does not function correctly, a replacement will have to be purchased, however it will be extremely expensive. Plans for expanding the Municipal Building have been put on hold. Therefore, security improvements that will bring the courtroom into compliance with an audit sent by the Administrative Office of the Courts must be undertaken at this time. This ordinance deals with the installation of security gates, metal detection equipment, and an escape door for the judge.
Councilman Algeier asked the Manager to provide a diagram or drawing of the proposed improvements for the Council to review prior to the adoption of this ordinance.
BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH PROVIDING FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING INCLUDING UPGRADES TO THE MUNICIPAL COURT SECURITY, APPROPRIATING $50,000.00 FROM CAPITAL FUND BALANCE" be introduced, read by title by the Township Clerk and passed on first reading.
BE IT RESOLVED that said Ordinance shall be further considered for final passage at the meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Randolph on the 5th of February, 2009, at 8:00 in the evening, prevailing time, at the Municipal Building in said Township, at which time and place all persons interested shall be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Township Clerk be authorized and directed to advertise said ordinance in full or by summary with the Notice of Introduction thereof, in the official designated newspaper according to law.
Councilman Napoliello made a motion to introduce the ordinance. Councilwoman Price seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
(3) Amend Land Development Ordinance—Lot Grading Permits and Fee Schedule
Manager Lovell noted that this ordinance came about as a recommendation from Ralph Carchia, the Engineering Administrator, as well as from Paul Ferriero, the Engineering Consultant. There have been recurring problems with smaller properties undergoing large landscaping projects that impact neighboring properties.
Ralph Carchia explained that property owners are getting very aggressive with large landscaping projects, installing pools, retaining walls, and large additions to homes in pre-existing neighborhoods on smaller lots. These projects often impact neighboring properties. This ordinance will provide control for the Engineering Department. The ordinance is not meant for control for smaller projects, only larger projects.
Deputy Mayor Alpert asked if this ordinance would be impacted by the Highlands. Manager Lovell responded that the Highlands impact is 40,000 square feet or larger unless you are within 300 feet of a C1 stream, in which case the homeowner would need to acquire a permit.
Mr. Carchia added that this ordinance can help prevent homeowners from making costly mistakes because the plans would be run through the GIS system and compared to the wetlands maps, and thereby avoid running afoul of the DEP.
Councilman Algeier asked what criteria would be used for granting waivers to the ordinance. He suggested language be included in the ordinance that would be very clear in the event a challenge was made by an unhappy neighbor, such as removing the word "any" where the ordinance speaks to the impacts to neighboring properties.
BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH BY THE ADDITION OF SECTION 15-52, LOT GRADING PERMITS, AND AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING APPENDIX A—FEE SCHEDULE, OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH" be introduced, read by title by the Township Clerk and passed on first reading.
Councilman Algeier asked about Section G in the proposed ordinance and whether or not it was a realistic requirement.
Mr. Carchia responded that he believes the requirement to be reasonable.
Manager Lovell suggested that the ordinance can be changed if it is found to not be working as expected.
Councilman Algeier made a motion to introduce the ordinance with the deletion of the word "any". Councilwoman Mitsch seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
(4) Amend Land Development Ordinance—Identify Structures Permitted in All Yards and on Side and Rear Yards That Are Exempt From Minimum Yard Dimensions
Manager Lovell noted that if the current ordinance were interpreted very strictly, such things as mailboxes, fence posts, and light posts would be considered structures. This ordinance would clarify what items are not considered structures so as to avoid property owners from having to come before the Board of Adjustment and to be consistent with the policy the town has been exercising for many years.
Deputy Mayor Alpert questioned Section 10B where it refers to solid waste and recycling storage area enclosures. He noted there is no indication as to a maximum size structure.
Manager Lovell suggested the addition of a limitation on size, notably "not to exceed 20 square feet".
BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 15-41, ACCESSORY BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES, OF ARTICLE IV, SUPPLEMENTARY ZONING OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH TO IDENTIFY THE STRUCTURES PERMITTED IN ALL YARDS AND IN SIDE AND REAR YARDS THAT ARE EXEMPT FROM MINIMUM YARD DIMENSIONS" be introduced, read by title by the Township Clerk and passed on first reading.
Deputy Mayor Alpert made a motion to introduce the ordinance with the provision of the 20 square foot maximum for the storage area. Councilwoman Mitsch seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
(5) Authorizing the Acquisition of Property From John Thomas Powers—Open Space Acquisition
Manager Lovell noted that Randolph has an Open Space grant for the Powers acquisition, a 6.16 acre parcel of land. This acquisition is part of the Fords Road Preserve Project and is the last acquisition associated with it. The cost of the acquisition is $600,000.00 and it must be closed by April 1 or the grant will be lost.
BE IT RESOLVED that an Ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF A PORTION OF BLOCK 115, LOT 80, LOCATED WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH FROM JOHN THOMAS POWERS FOR MUNICIPAL PUBLIC PURPOSES" be introduced, read by title by the Township Clerk and passed on first reading.
Councilman Napoliello made a motion to introduce the ordinance. Deputy Mayor Alpert seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
COMBINED ACTION RESOLUTIONS
Councilman Algeier asked for an explanation of Items N and O since they deal with Highlands and COAH.
Manager Lovell responded that the Council decided to undertake a formal study process with the Highlands concerning conformance. The decision of whether or not to opt in will be forthcoming in the next several months. The Highlands Council has laid out a series of modules that must be undertaken and completed in the course of the year. Randolph is undertaking Module 1, and has only weeks in which to get the work completed. A team has been put together consisting of Ed Buzak, Manager Lovell, Township staff, Paul Ferriero, and Robert Michaels, and two Council people will be asked to volunteer their time on this committee as well. The first resolution is a contract with Paul Ferriero to help develop current municipal conditions of a build-out analysis, which is the first module. The second resolution is a contract with Robert Michaels for general planning services. The Highlands Council is going to provide grant funds towards this work. COAH development fees will be used for this work as well since the work is necessary to develop an analysis of available space for the placement of low and moderate income housing.
Councilwoman Mitsch asked whether Item E, the retrofit lighting, fell under the energy audit.
Manager Lovell responded that it did and the work will take place in the Municipal Building.
Councilwoman Price asked about Item M, the professional service agreement for legal and auditing services, and what the difference was in cost from last year.
Manager Lovell responded that Mr. Buzak will be getting a 2 1/2 percent increase and a slight increase for Nisivoccia as well. There is no increase for the services of Mr. Kraft and Mr. Iskra, and Mr. Knapp's rate is dropping significantly from last year.
Councilman Algeier noted that the overall legal budget is down from last year. He stated that the increase for Mr. Buzak's firm is relatively minor and added that his last increase was less than two percent.
Mayor Metz surmised that Mr. Buzak will have additional work dealing with COAH and Highlands issues this year.
Councilman Algeier noted that Randolph would be hard pressed to find an attorney who could equal Mr. Buzak for less compensation.
Assistant Manager Giaimis stated that the legal budget is 2.74 percent less than last year's legal budget.
Manager Lovell reiterated that COAH and Highlands are two very complex issues and Mr. Buzak is most likely the best attorney in the state to help deal with these issues.
Councilman Algeier noted that prior to the change in majority on the Council in 2003, the legal budget was $670,000.00. In the five years since then, the legal budget has not hit fifty percent of that budget.
Councilwoman Mitsch made a motion to approve the Combined Action Resolutions. Councilwoman Price seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
A. Refund/Adjustment Resolutions
(1) Refund 2008 Ice Hockey Program to Ian Kaden—$437.50
R-12-09
WHEREAS, Ian Kaden registered his child for 2008 Ice Hockey Program and paid the fee of $875.00; and
WHEREAS, this child will not be participating in the program due to his child not wanting to participate in a different level of the program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that it is recommended by John Van Brunt, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, that $437.50 be refunded to Ian Kaden, 8 Canterbury Ct., Mendham, NJ 07945.
(2) Refund Outside Tax Sale Certificate #1880 for 67 Quaker Church Road to Plymouth Park Tax Services, LLC—$46,632.18
WHEREAS, Outside Tax Sale Certificate #1880, held by Plymouth Park Tax Services, LLC, assessed to George and Nancy Lucas, Block 137 , Lot 17.01, 67 Quaker Church Road; and
WHEREAS, the above mentioned Tax Sale Certificate has been redeemed through the Tax Collector, including principal and interest in the amount of $21,632.18 and premium in the amount of $25,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Treasurer be instructed to refund $46,632.18 to Plymouth Park Tax Services, LLC, holder of Tax Sale Certificate #1880.
(3) Refund Overpaid 2008 Taxes by Reason of Tax Exempt Veteran for 40 Carrell Road to Emerson and Karen Crooks—$8,113.01
WHEREAS, Emerson and Karen Crooks have overpaid 2008 taxes by reason of tax exempt veteran in the amount of $8,113.01 on Block 86, Lot 10, 40 Carrell Road; and
WHEREAS, it is recommended by the Tax Collector that this overpayment be refunded at this time.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, that the Treasurer be instructed to refund the overpayment of $8,113.01 to Emerson and Karen Crooks.
(4) Release Escrow Funds for Blocks 92, 91 and 98, Lots 3, 4, 12, 22, and 24-27, to WEW Associates, c/o Bernie Elbaum—$1,367.59 Plus Interest
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Department received escrow funds from WEW Associates for Blocks 92, 91, and 98, Lots 3, 4, 12, 22, and 24-27, in the amount of $4,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the project has been completed and closed out and there are no outstanding payments due.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that it is recommended by Darren Carney, Planning and Zoning Administrator, that the remaining escrow funds in the amount of $1,367.59 plus interest be refunded to WEW Associates, c/o Bernie Elbaum, P.O. Box 495, Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970.
(5) Release Escrow for Block 101, Lot 1, to Garden State Resources, LLC—$1,000.25
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Department received escrow funds from Garden State Resources, LLC, for Block 101, Lot 1, in the amount of $1,250.00; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that it is recommended by Darren Carney, Planning and Zoning Administrator, that the remaining escrow funds in the amount of $1,000.25 plus interest be refunded to Garden States Resources, LLC, Randolph, NJ 07869.
(6) Refund Road Opening Cash Bond for 16 Indian Trail Road to Geetha Fernandes—$300.00
WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has received a request from Geetha Fernandes for the release of a $300.00 cash road opening bond posted for the driveway repair; and
WHEREAS, the road opening bond consisted of a $300.00 cash bond, which was received and deposited with the Finance Department on September 4, 2008; and
WHEREAS, the applicant was required to post this cash bond to guarantee the driveway repair within the Township right-of-way; and
WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has inspected the road opening work and found it to be acceptable.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that it is recommended by Raffaele Carchia, Engineering Administrator, that the cash road opening bond in the amount of $300.00 be refunded to Geetha Fernandes, 16 Indian Trail Road, Randolph, NJ 07869.
(7) Release Escrow Funds for 25 Ripplewood Road to Gregory Schultz—$662.50
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Department received escrow funds from Gregory Schultz for Block 154, Lot 125, in the amount of $1,000.00; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that it is recommended by Darren Carney, Planning and Zoning Administrator, that the remaining escrow funds in the amount of $662.50 be refunded to Gregory Schultz, 25 Ripplewood Road, Randolph, NJ 07869.
B. Support A-3570 Abolishing COAH
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph in the County of Morris, New Jersey, has consistently, over a twenty year period, embraced its responsibility to provide affordable housing; and
WHEREAS in 2007 the Township of Randolph exceeded its COAH obligation by approximately 200 affordable units; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the new COAH formula, Randolph's surplus of affordable units has now become a deficit of more than 300 units; and
WHEREAS, as a result of Randolph's inclusion in the Highlands, COAH has issued a Scarce Resources Order, placing a moratorium on future development.
WHEREAS, as a result of the Scarce Resources Order, coupled with COAH's demands for towns to prepare and obtain approval for new affordable housing plans, the economic development of Randolph is placed on hold at a time of deepening economic recession; and
WHEREAS, COAH exhibits the zealous arrogance of an agency without boundaries or controls, indifferent to the well-being of the state and its crippled economy; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill A-3570 proposes the abolition of COAH, which in turn will force the legislative and executive branches to come together to adopt corrective legislation addressing the needs of affordable housing employing a more reasonable approach.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Randolph in Morris County, New Jersey, that the State Assembly and Senate are called upon to immediately adopt A-3570.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution shall be distributed to the Governor, Randolph's legislative delegation, and all municipalities of Morris County.
C. Urging the New Jersey Legislature to Support the Municipal Revenue Restoration Act of 2008
WHEREAS, all New Jersey businesses pay local taxes on their real property, the New Jersey personal property tax is paid by a handful of petroleum refineries and only three local exchange telecommunications companies—Verizon, Embarq, and Warwick Valley—that provide 51% or more of the telephone/voice service in a particular community; and
WHEREAS, due to increased competition and strained market conditions, the cost of communications property has steadily declined over the years and is no longer a stable tax base that New Jersey municipalities can depend on; and
WHEREAS, fewer providers are meeting the 51% threshold, causing municipal revenues collectively to experience an aggregate loss of $440 million since 1997; and
WHEREAS, estimates project at least 50 New Jersey municipalities will lose their personal property tax funding by 2009, a number that could grow to 150 within the next year; and
WHEREAS, the Municipal Revenue Restoration Act proposes to replace the current funding system with an expanding sales tax, already applicable to telecommunications services and digital goods sold by communications companies, by simply including video services; and
WHEREAS, this approach would ensure that all video service providers within a market that offer the same "product" are taxed at the same rate; and
WHEREAS, the proposal would reverse the declining municipal tax revenue trend by replacing current laws with an equitable and stable funding system tied to the growing use of video services in our state; and
WHEREAS, municipalities and their residents have significant special interest in preserving a steady and stable funding source.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the New Jersey League of Municipalities urges the New Jersey Legislature, in the strongest possible manner, to support and enact the Municipal Revenue Restoration Act of 2008.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution shall be certified and forwarded to Governor Jon S. Corzine, Senate President Richard Codey, House Speaker Joseph Roberts, Senate Majority Leader Shirley Turner, House Majority Leader Bonnie Watson Coleman, Senate Minority Leader Tom Kean, House Minority Leader Alex DeCroce, and members of the Legislature's Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
D. Authorizing Award of Contract to Envirocon, LLC, for Installation of a New Rooftop HVAC Unit at the Municipal Building—$38,855.70
WHEREAS, the need exists to award a contract for the installation of a new rooftop HVAC unit at the Municipal Building; and
WHEREAS, bids were advertised and received on December 4, 2008, in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, nine bids were received and the low bidder was Envirocon, LLC, Hackettstown, New Jersey, at a total contract price of $38,855.70; and
WHEREAS, Envirocon, LLC, meets all the requirements and specifications.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that a contract be awarded to Envirocon, LLC, Hackettstown, New Jersey, at a total contract price of $38,855.70.
CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in Ordinance #9-08, Various Capital Improvements, to award a contract to Envirocon, LLC, for the installation of a New Rooftop HVAC Unit at the Municipal Building in the amount not to exceed $38,855.70.
Michael J. Soccio
E. Authorizing the Award of Contract to Wojchik Electric, Inc., for Lighting System Retrofit and Installation of Occupancy Sensors at the Municipal Building—$41,211.19
WHEREAS, the need exists to award a contract for Lighting System Retrofit and Installation of Occupancy Sensors at the Municipal Building; and
WHEREAS, seven bids were received and the low bidder is Wojchik Electric, Inc., Paterson, New Jersey, at a total contract price of $41,211.19; and
WHEREAS, Wojchik Electric, Inc., meets all the specifications.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that a contract be awarded to Wojckik Electric, Inc., Paterson, New Jersey, at a total contract price of $41,211.19.
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in Ordinance #9-08, Various Capital Improvements, to award a contract to Wojchik Electric, Inc., for Lighting System Retrofit and Installation of Occupancy Sensors at the Municipal Building in the amount not to exceed $41,211.19.
F. Authorizing the Rescission of a Portion of MCCPC Contract #16 From Clinton Business Products Due to Non-Compliance to Bid Specifications and Re-Awarding That Portion to WB Mason
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, awarded a contract on December 18, 2008, to Clinton Business Products, Incorporated, for submitting the highest discount off the 2009 United Stationers Catalog under Category A (Day-to-Day Supplies Used) of Contract #16—Office Supplies; and
WHEREAS, Clinton Business Supplies, Incorporated, advised that they could not hold the prices in the 2009 United Stationers catalog due to the increase in prices by the manufacturers included in the catalog; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the MCCPC to rescind the Clinton Business Products, Incorporated, contract for non-compliance with the requirements of bid specifications.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that Category A (Day-to-Day Supplies Used) of Contract #16 (Office Supplies) be rescinded from Clinton Business Products, Incorporated, for non-compliance with the requirements of the bid specifications.
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, recommends the re-awarding of Category A (Day-to-Day Supplies Used) of MCCPC Contract #16 (Office Supplies) to W.B. Mason for providing the second highest discount for Category A off of the 2009 United Stationers Catalog in compliance with requirements of the bid specifications.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that Category A (Day-to Day Supplies Used) of MCCPC Contract #16 (Office Supplies) be awarded to W.B. Mason who provided the second highest discount off of the 2009 United Stationers Catalog in compliance with the requirements of the bid specifications.
G. Authorizing the Rescission of MCCPC Contract for Route 1 Toyota/Motors Fleet's Bid Item #2 Due to Non-Compliance with Bid Specifications and Re-Awarding Same to Hudson Toyota
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, awarded Item #2 under Contract #15-E (2009 Model Hybrid Vehicles) to Route 1 Toyota/Motors Fleet on October 30, 2008; and
WHEREAS, the bid submitted by Route 1 Toyota/Motors Fleet did not include the popular equipment group—6 way power driver's seat package in their base unit price for the vehicle, but was an extra charge which resulted in Route 1 Toyota/Motors Fleet not being the true low bidder in compliance with the bid specifications; and
WHEREAS, it is in the MCCPC's interest to rescind the Route 1 Toyota/Motors Fleet contract for Item #2 of MCCPC Contract #15-E (2009 Model Hybrid Vehicles); and
WHEREAS, it is in the MCCPC's interest to authorize the re-awarding of Item #2 under MCCPC Contract #15-E (2009 Model/Hybrid Vehicles) to Hudson Toyota which included all items within their base unit price resulting in Hudson Toyota being the actual low bidder meeting the specifications.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that Item #2 of MCCPC Contract #15-E (2009 Model Hybrid Vehicles) be rescinded from Route 1 Toyota/Motors Fleet due to non-compliance with the bid specifications and the contract re-awarded to Hudson Toyota based on being the actual low bidder meeting the bid specifications.
H. Authorizing an Award of Contract to Main Pool and Chemical Co. on Behalf of MCCPC for a Portion of Winter Contract #17
WHEREAS, on December 23, 2008, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, conducted a coin-toss lottery as a result of a tie bid received on October 21, 2008, for a portion of Contract #17 (Water Treatment Chemicals); and
WHEREAS, the winner of the above-mentioned coin-toss lottery is Main Pool and Chemical Company for Item #6c (Potassium Hydroxide, 45% solution, bulk deliveries of 501-999 gallons per delivery) at $8.00/per gallon.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that Item #6c in MCCPC Contract #17 (Water Treatment Chemicals) be awarded to Main Pool and Chemical Company for the contract period January 1, 2009, to December 31, 2009.
I. Authorizing the Rescission of a Portion of the 2009 MCCPC Contract #41 with Pinnacle Wireless Due to Non-Compliance to Bid Specifications and Re-Awarding Same to Procomm Systems and Royal Communications
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, awarded a portion of Contract #41 (Purchase of Communications Equipment) to Pinnacle Wireless on December 18, 2008, which included Category E (Item #12—Orbacom & Item #19—Bramic), Category I (Item #1-Atis); and
WHEREAS, the award for line items #12, #19 and #1 to Pinnacle Wireless in the specific categories noted were totally different brands than the manufacturers specified in the line-items of the bid proposal form; and
WHEREAS, it is in the MCCPC's interest to rescind a portion of the Pinnacle Wireless initial contract award as noted for non-compliance with the bid specifications; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, authorizes the re-award of Item #19 (Bramic) in Category I to ProComm Systems, Incorporated, for submitting the only bid for the actual line item manufacturer; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, authorizes the award of Item #2 (Cimarron) in Category I to Royal Communications for submitting the only bid for the actual line item manufacturer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that a portion of the Pinnacle Wireless contract be rescinded which includes Category E (Items #12 and #19) and Category I (Item #1) of MCCPC Contract #41 (Purchase of Communications Equipment).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that (Item #19) of Category E be re-awarded to ProComm Systems, Incorporated, for being the only bidder to comply with the bid specifications.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLIVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that (Item #2) of Category I be awarded to Royal Communications for being the only bidder to comply with the bid specifications.
J. Authorizing the Rescission of a Portion of Guard Line Fire & Safety, Inc., MCCPC Contract #13A
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, awarded a portion of MCCPC Contract #13-A (Fire Equipment Services) to Guard Line Fire and Safety, Incorporated, in June 2007 as noted:
Category I: Refilling Fire Extinguishers: Items #a, d, e, f, k and L.
Category 3: Maintenance of Extinguishing Systems: Items #a and b.
WHEREAS, Guard Line Fire and Safety, Inc. is no longer able to provide a portion of their contract for fire extinguishing services to the MCCPC up until the expiration of the contract period (June 30, 2009); and
WHEREAS, it is in the MCCPC's interest to rescind a portion of Guard Line Fire and Safety Services, Inc. initial contract award for noted Categories 1 and 3 of Contract #13-A (Fire Equipment Services).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, that Categories I and 3 of MCCPC Contract #13-A (Fire Equipment Services) be rescinded from the Guard Line Fire and Safety, Inc. initial contract award due to their inability to provide fire extinguishing services until the expiration of the contract period (June 30, 2009).
K. Authorizing the Award of MCCPC Contract #32 (First Aid Supplies) to Moore Medical
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, authorizes an award of Contract #32 (First Aid Supplies) to Moore Medical, LLC, for the contract period January 1, 2009, to December 31, 2009; and
WHEREAS, the bid was advertised and received for the second time (re-bid January 8, 2009) in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law; and
WHEREAS, Moore Medical, LLC, submitted the highest discount at 18% off their catalog pricing which covers all items in all three (3) categories (A, B, & C) in compliance with the bid specifications:
Category A: First Aid/Medical Supplies (Day-to-Day Items Used)
Category B: Medication Supplies
Category C: First Aid Equipment (All Hard Goods)
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph, on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, has determined that Moore Medical, LLC, of Farmington, Connecticut, is the lowest responsible bidder meeting the specifications and is to be awarded the contract for a discount of 18% off their catalog pricing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that a contract be awarded on behalf of the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council to Moore Medical, LLC, of Farmington, Connecticut, for Contract #32 (First Aid Supplies) for the contract period January 1, 2009, to December 31, 2009.
L. Professional Services Agreement with St. Clare's Hospital for Health Screenings—$6,050.00
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire St. Clare's Hospitals as a non-fair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this contract is one year and may be extended as approved by this governing body; and
WHEREAS, St. Clare's Hospitals has indicated they will provide the Community Health Services for an amount not to exceed $6,050.00 in accordance with their agreement on file with this resolution; and
WHEREAS, funds are available for this purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with St. Clare's Hospitals as described herein.
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2009 Budget, Health, Other Expense, to award a contract to St. Clare's Hospital for Professional Community Health Services in the amount not to exceed $6,050.00.
M. Professional Services Agreements for Legal and Auditing Services
(1) Edward Buzak—Township Attorney
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire The Buzak Law Group, LLC, as a non-fair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, Gail Catania, Purchasing Coordinator, has determined and certified in writing that the value of the acquisition will exceed $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, The Buzak Law Group, LLC, has indicated they will provide the Legal Services for an amount not to exceed $289,200.00; and
WHEREAS, The Buzak Law Group, LLC, has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that The Buzak Law Group, LLC, has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Randolph in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit The Buzak Law Group, LLC, from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with The Buzak Law Group, LLC, as described herein.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Business Entity Disclosure Certification and the Determination of Value be placed on file with this resolution.
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2009 Budget, Legal, Other Expense, to award a contract to The Buzak Law Group, LLC, for Legal Services in the amount not to exceed $289,200.00.
(2) John L. Kraft—Bond Counsel
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire John L. Kraft of Lomurro, Davison, Eastman & Munoz, P.A., as a non-fair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, Gail Catania, Purchasing Coordinator, has determined and certified in writing that the value of the acquisition may exceed $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, John L. Kraft of Lomurro, Davison, Eastman & Munoz, P.A., has indicated they will provide the Bond Counsel Services for an amount not to exceed $10,000.00; and
WHEREAS, John L. Kraft of Lomurro, Davison, Eastman & Munoz, P.A., has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that John L. Kraft of Lomurro, Davison, Eastman & Munoz, P.A., has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Randolph in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit John L. Kraft of Lomurro, Davison, Eastman & Munoz, P.A., from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with John L. Kraft of Lomurro, Davison, Eastman & Munoz, P.A., as described herein.
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in Various Capital Ordinances to award a contract to John Kraft for Legal Services as Bond Counsel per his contract on file with the Township Clerk.
(3) Allan J. Iskra—Public Defender
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire Allan J. Iskra of Schonwald & Iskra as a non-fair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, Allan J. Iskra of Schonwald & Iskra has indicated they will provide the Public Defender Services for an amount not to exceed $14,270.00 plus DWI Sessions at $270.00 per session not to exceed four sessions or $1,080.00; and
WHEREAS, Allan J. Iskra of Schonwald & Iskra, has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that Allan J. Iskra of Schonwald & Iskra has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Randolph in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit Allan J. Iskra of Schonwald & Iskra from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with Allan J. Iskra of Schonwald & Iskra as described herein.
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the General Trust Fund—Reserve for Public Defender, to award a contract to Allan J. Iskra of Schonwald & Iskra for Legal Services as Public Defender in the amount not to exceed $15,350.00.
(4) Fred Knapp—Labor and Negotiations
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire Fredric M. Knapp, Esq., of Knapp, Trimboli & Prusinowski, LLC, as a non-fair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A.19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, Fredric M. Knapp, Esq., of Knapp, Trimboli & Prusinowski, LLC, has indicated they will provide the Legal Services for Labor and Negotiations for an amount not to exceed $10,000.00; and
WHEREAS, Fredric M. Knapp, Esq., of Knapp, Trimboli & Prusinowski, LLC, has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that Fredric M. Knapp, Esq., of Knapp, Trimboli & Prusinowski, LLC, has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Randolph in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit Fredric M. Knapp, Esq., of Knapp, Trimboli & Prusinowski, LLC, from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with Fredric M. Knapp, Esq., of Knapp, Trimboli & Prusinowski, LLC, as described herein.
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2009 Budget, Legal, Other Expense, to award a contract to Fredric M. Knapp, Esq., of Knapp, Trimboli & Prusinowski for Legal Services for Labor and Negotiations in the amount not to exceed $10,000.00.
(5) Nisivoccia & Company
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire Nisivoccia & Company, LLP, as a non-fair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, Nisivoccia & Company, LLP, has indicated they will provide the Professional Auditing Services for an amount not to exceed $43,100.00; and
WHEREAS, Nisivoccia & Company, LLP, has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that Nisivoccia & Company, LLP, has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Randolph in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit Nisivoccia & Company, LLP, from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with Nisivoccia & Company, LLP, as described herein.
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2009 Budget, Audit, Other Expense, to award a contract to Nisivoccia & Company for Professional Auditing Services in the amount not to exceed $43,100.00.
N. Professional Services Agreement for Engineering Services—Highlands Conformance Module I and COAH Analysis—Ferriero Engineering, Inc.—Not to Exceed $7,500.00
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire Ferriero Engineering, Inc., as a non-fair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, Ferriero Engineering, Inc., has indicated they will provide the Engineering Services with regard to the Highlands Conference Module 1 and COAH Analysis for an amount not to exceed $7,500.00; and
WHEREAS, Ferriero Engineering, Inc., has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that Ferriero Engineering, Inc., has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Randolph in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit Ferriero Engineering, Inc., from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with Ferriero Engineering, Inc., as described herein.
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the Housing Trust Fund to award a contract to Ferriero Engineering, Inc., for Engineering Services—Highlands Conformance Module 1 and COAH Analysis in the amount not to exceed $7,500.00.
O. Authorizing Professional Services Agreement with Robert Michaels and Associates to Provide General Planning Services—Not to Exceed $5,000.00
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has a need to acquire Robert Michaels and Associates as a non-fair and open contract pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4; and
WHEREAS, Robert Michaels and Associates has indicated they will provide the General Planning Services for an amount not to exceed $5,000.00; and
WHEREAS, Robert Michaels and Associates has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that Robert Michaels and Associates has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Randolph in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit Robert Michaels and Associates from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, authorize the Township of Randolph to enter into a contract with Robert Michaels and Associates as described herein.
As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Michael J. Soccio, Director of Finance of the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2009 Budget, Planning, Other Expense, to award a contract to Robert Michaels and Associates for General Planning Services in the amount not to exceed $5,000.00.
P. Supporting the Public Archives and Records Infrastructure Support (PARIS) Grant Program
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph that:
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey has launched its pioneering Public Archives and Records Infrastructure Support (PARIS) Grant Program to meet the strategic records management, preservation, and storage needs of county and municipal governments; and
WHEREAS, a top priority of the PARIS Grant Program is to achieve efficiencies of cost and operation through shared services and to create a service structure for municipalities that do not have the resources to create one for themselves; and
WHEREAS, in the 2009-2010 grant cycle, priority funding will be given to county projects to perform municipal imaging for all of their municipalities; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph desires to collaborate with the County of Morris in the performance of imaging business critical records; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph is acknowledging that their eligible funding of $40,000.00 will be leveraged with the County of Morris; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph is acknowledging that the County of Morris would be both the lead agency and the applicant for such a proposal.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph does support and commit to cooperation and participation in the PARIS grant for the purposes set forth above, and to execute and deliver all documents required incident thereto.
Q. 2009 Temporary Budget
WHEREAS, 40A:4-19 Local Budget Act provides that where any contracts, commitments or payments are to be made prior to the final adoption of the 2009 budget, temporary appropriations be made for purposes and amount required in the manner and time therein provided; and
WHEREAS, the date of this resolution is within the first thirty days of January, 2009; and
WHEREAS, the total general appropriations in the 2008 Budget, exclusive of any appropriations made for Interest and Principal of Debt, Capital Improvements and Public Assistance is the sum of $30,147,885.00; and
WHEREAS, 26.25 percent of this total is the sum of $7,913,819.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the following temporary appropriations be made and that a certified copy of this resolution be transmitted to the Chief Financial Officer for his records:
Salaries and Wages $77,744.00
Other Expenses $18,113.00
Salaries and Wages $9,375.00
FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION (Treasury)
Other Expenses $6,044.00
COMPUTER DATA PROCESSING
REVENUE ADMINISTRATION (Tax Collection)
TAX ASSESSMENT ADMINISTRATION
Other Expense $126,400.00
Other Expenses $154,100.00
EMPLOYEE GROUP INSURANCE
Salaries and Wages $1,050,879.00
POLICE DISPATCH/911
AID TO VOLUNTEER COMPANIES
STREET AND ROAD MAINTENANCE
Salaries and Wages $244,264.00
Electricity $18,375.00
Telephone $3,938.00
Natural Gas $1,000.00
Gasoline $11,813.00
SOLID WASTE COLLECTION
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Other Expenses $500.00
ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
RECREATION SERVICES AND PROGRAMS
MAINTENANCE OF PARKS
Street Lighting $18,375.00
Telephone $26,250.00
Gas (Natural or Propane) $17,063.00
Fuel Oil $1,000.00
LANDFILL/SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL COSTS
UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE
Electrical Inspection $13,125.00
ACCUMULATED LEAVE COMPENSATION
MUNICIPAL ALLIANCE
STATUTORY EXPENDITURES
PERS $504,826.00
Social Security $141,750.00
PFRS $879,624.00
ROCKAWAY VALLEY REGIONAL SEWAGE AUTHORITY
MORRIS TOWNSHIP—SEWER TREATMENT
MORRIS COUNTY MUA—WATER SERVICES
TOWNSHIP—CAPITAL OUTLAY
Buildings & Grounds—Gutter Repairs $6,000.00
WATER AND SEWER—CAPITAL OUTLAY
Water Meters $30,000.00
Waste Water Trust Program—Principal $506,271.00
Waste Water Trust Program—Interest $4,225.00
Interest on Bonds $119,941.00
R. Raffles
(1) Social Affair Permit, Randolph Lions Club, January 23, 2009, From 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Randolph Senior Center, Calais Road, Randolph
(2) Raffle License, Randolph High School Fencing Booster Association, February 21, 2009, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. At the Randolph High School, 511 Millbrook Avenue, Randolph
(3) Off-Premise Merchandise Raffle, New Jersey Rangers FC, Inc., January 31, 2010, at the Randolph Diner, 517 Route 10, Randolph
(4) Social Affair Permit, St. Matthew the Apostle Parish, March 14, 2009, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at St. Matthew the Apostle Parish, Dover-Chester Road, Randolph
CDBG—PUBLIC HEARING FOR APPLICATIONS AND RESOLUTION
Manager Lovell noted that the Community Development Block Grant Program is run by Morris County. Every year Morris County makes an application to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. They receive an overall grant, which is then distributed to communities around the county. Municipalities as well as non-profit organizations are allowed to make application for the grant money. If a private, non-profit organization in a community applies for grant money, the application must be presented at a public meeting to the Town Council. There is a project dealing with India Brook Village, an entity owned by the Morris County Housing Authority.
Assistant Manager Giaimis summarized the two projects applying for grant money. One is for Phase 2 of the sidewalk project on Center Grove Road. The area qualifies as a low and moderate income area and is a widely used pedestrian walkway accessing Fernbrook School, the shopping plaza, and the medical plaza. The second project is for the installation of air conditioning in the hallways at the India Brook housing development. The Council is asked to adopt a resolution concerning the sidewalk application and a show of support for the India Brook project.
The meeting was opened to the public for comment.
Seeing no one from the public, the public portion was closed.
Resolution Supporting a Grant Application for Phase 2 of a Public Improvements Sidewalk Grant
Councilwoman Mitsch made a motion to approve the resolution. Councilwoman Price seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
WHEREAS, the Morris County CDRS oversees the distribution of the Community Development Block Grants for public improvements to low and moderate income areas; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph has applied for and received the same grant in 2007 to complete Phase 1 of the Center Grove and Quaker Church Sidewalk Project; and
WHEREAS, the Township has determined that there is a need to complete Phase 2 of this project and extend the finished sidewalks heading north on Center Grove Road; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that the census area in which this project is located is a location where at least 27.7 percent of residents are low to moderate income; and
WHEREAS, this is an area that pedestrians frequently walk to visit Fernbrook School, a medical center and an area shopping center; and
WHEREAS, it has been estimated that the project will cost approximately $101,386.00 to complete.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the Mayor and Council fully support applying for an $80,000.00 grant to provide a feasible sidewalk walking path for the residents in this area.
The Council also voiced support for the India Brook grant application.
Mr. Giaimis indicated that presentations will be made to the County in March and final decisions should be known by mid to late April.
APPOINT RANDOLPH REPRESENTATIVE TO THE MORRIS COUNTY OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE (3 YEAR TERM)
Manager Lovell noted that Randolph is in a position to nominate a representative to the County Open Space Committee. This would be a three year appointment and the individual chosen must take this responsibility very seriously and be able to spend a good deal of time attending meetings and tours of proposed sites for open space grants throughout the county.
Councilman Algeier nominated Councilman Obremski as the representative to the Morris County Open Space Committee pending his acceptance. Deputy Mayor Alpert seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
DISCUSSION ITEMS
(1) Highlands Conformance Process
Manager Lovell reiterated that a committee has been formed to work on the completion of the modules required by Highlands. He asked for two Council volunteers to join the committee. Meetings have been scheduled for January 16, January 30, February 13, February 27, March 13, and March 27. Meetings will start at 8:30 a.m. at Town Hall.
Councilman Algeier and Councilman Napoliello volunteered to serve on the committee.
Mayor Metz thanked them for their service to this issue.
(2) Budget Meeting Dates
Saturday, February 7, and Saturday, February 21 were set aside for budget meetings. These meetings will start at 8:30 a.m.
(3) Declarations of Vacancies in Appointed Positions
This issue was tabled to the next meeting so as to hear from the Township Attorney.
Judith Stewart, 114 Everdale Road, asked about the resolution concerning the temporary budget, notably a percentage of 26.25. She asked for clarification from the Manager.
Manager Lovell responded that he will obtain an answer for Mrs. Stewart for the next meeting.
COUNCIL AND MANAGER COMMENTS
Councilman Napoliello received an email from a resident complaining about democratic campaign signs not taken down.
Manager Lovell noted that he contacted Dan Lynn about this issue in late November or early December. He has met with the Zoning Officer to discuss enforcement and will contact Mr. Lynn once again in an effort to have the signs removed immediately. The ordinance concerning the removal of signs is very clear and prior to the election a notice was sent to the Chairs of both parties outlining those rules on signs.
Councilman Napoliello wished Councilman Algeier luck on his run for the Assembly.
Mayor Metz stated that residents have been complimentary to the work done by the DPW clearing the roads after the storms and asked the Manager to relay those compliments to Mr. Kerwick.
Manager Lovell noted that he has authorized the Rescue Squad to take a rig to Pennsylvania as a contingent in honor of the Atlantic Ambulance employee who passed away this week. He was well liked and respected by both the Rescue Squad and the Police Department.
WHEREAS, Section 8 of the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975 (N.J.S.A. 10:4-12) permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting under certain circumstances; and
WHEREAS, this public body is of the opinion that such circumstances presently exist.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, in the County of Morris, and State of New Jersey, as follows:
1. The public shall be excluded from the following portion of the meeting.
2. The general nature of the subject matter to be discussed is as follows:
a. Personnel—Carried From December 18, 2008
3. As nearly as now can be ascertained, the matter or matters to be discussed at this time will be disclosed to the public at such time and under such circumstances as are prescribed by law.
4. At the conclusion of the closed Executive Session, the Council may reconvene in public session for the purpose of taking formal action on matters discussed in closed session or on any other matter as permitted by law.
Deputy Mayor Alpert made a motion to move into Executive Session at 9:45 p.m. Councilwoman Mitsch seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
Councilwoman Price made a motion to return to Public Session at 11:00 p.m. Councilwoman Mitsch seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 11:00 p.m.
Donna Marie Luciani
E X E C U T I V E S E S S I O N
An executive meeting of the Randolph Township Council was called to order by Mayor Metz.
Councilman Obremski
The Council concluded the Manger's and Clerk's review.


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Michael Meyers
Ben Affleck calls Netflix an "assembly line". He says his and Matt Damon's new production company combines "quality" and "commercial" fare.
Ben Affleck says his newly created studio Artists Equity, in partnership with Matt Damon, is going for commercial but smart films that acknowledge popular tastes but that "people remember 20 years later," according to Deadline.
He thinks/hopes his latest project to be released next year will be successful. The film is directed by Affleck, and Damon stars in the true story behind the creation of the iconic Air Jordan brand, set to launch in 2023, in partnership with Amazon Studios, Skydance Sports and Mandalay Pictures. Artists Equity anticipates launching three projects next year, with plans to expand to at least five per year in the future.
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Ben Affleck criticizes Netflix
"I don't see any difference between commercial and quality," Affleck said during a wide-ranging Q&A at the New York Times' DealBook Summit in New York, alongside Artists Equity investment partner Gerry Cardinale of Redbird Capital.
Quality takes time, Affleck says.
"If you ask Reed Hastings, I'm sure there's some risk in that, and I'm sure he had a great strategy, but I wonder how you can make 50 great movies!!! How is that possible? There isn't a big enough committee. There aren't enough – you just can't do that. It's something that requires attention, dedication and work, and resists the assembly line process. Scott Stuber is a really talented and smart guy who I really like… but it's an impossible job," Affleck said, referring to the founder and co-CEO of streaming giant Netflix and head of original movies.
"There's a bigger audience for action movies than for small dramas – I understand that. Certain genres 'play' wider and you can't not pay attention to that. But let's make a good one, surprise the audience, make them care," the actor added.
"The first wave of streaming was about volume," Cardinale said. "The second wave is about quality."
Affleck, Damon and Cardinale, founder and managing partner of Redbird, officially announced the launch of their artist-led studio earlier this month, planning to work with filmmakers to enhance creative vision and expand access to profit-sharing through "entrepreneurial partnerships" with filmmakers.
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