Caucus meeting july 15, 2008 9: 30 A. M. Members Present

CAUCUS MEETING

JULY 15, 2008

9:30 A.M.

Members Present: Present were Mayor William Henfey, President of Council Patrick Rosenello, Councilpersons Robert McCullion, Edwin Koehler, Joseph Duncan, Kellyann Tolomeo, Richard Ogen and Robert Maschio. Also present were City Administrator Raymond Townsend and Solicitor William Kaufmann.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT ROSENELLO stated the new hire for the Fire Department will be moved to between the minutes and communications today. Also one added appointment to the Beach Patrol. Discussion was held regarding the third resolution with McCullion stating people are complaining about taxes and it has become a crisis. Mayor Henfey feels public safety is very important and well worth the investment. Duncan noted Wildwood and West Wildwood are in the same position with their Fire Departments. Duncan is happy the focus will be on paid career firemen and feels this is more likely to come to an agreement to benefit all. Koehler and Duncan both stated their intention is to have no more hires until this survey is complete. Rosenello noted we have strong commitments from Wildwood and West Wildwood. Maschio stated the economy has changed a lot in ten years since the last study on the Fire Departments were completed.
COUNCILPERSON TOLOMEO asked why and who determines “TBD” salary noted on a new hire form presented for approval this morning.. Tolomeo was informed it would be the Finance Committee. Tolomeo also stated she did not know our payroll clerk was leaving the City so soon. Administrator Townsend stated it is not known exactly when that clerk will be leaving for retirement. This transfer from the Police Department Clerk moving into the Finance Department as a clerk will happen on August 4^th.
COUNCILPERSON KOEHLER asked if the City recruits lifeguards at our two local high schools. Rosenello noted the Beach Patrol has lost four of their staff in the last two weeks. Duncan stated he knows Tony Cavalier does recruitment at local swim meets for new staff.
ADMINISTRATOR TOWNSEND stated he contacted our County Fair Free personnel to see if Resolution #2 is supported by them with them stating yes and they would appreciate our support.
MAYOR HENFEY passed out to Council members drawings for Surf Avenue noting there will be white stripping on the crosswalks from 18^th to 26^th Avenue. New curbs and gutters are included along with an eight foot pedestrian walkway. The new design will add 144 parking places in the center area and moving the bike path to the curbs.
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by McCullion, that Council adjourn the caucus and proceed to their regular meeting. Carried. 10:00 AM

REGULAR MEETING

JULY 15, 2008

10:00 A.M.
A regular meeting of the North Wildwood City Council was held on the morning of the above date in the City Hall. The President of Council stated that “The meeting is now open. Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by posting a copy of the notice of the time and place of this meeting on the City Clerk’s bulletin board and by mailing a copy of the same to The Herald, The Press and Wildwood Leader on January 3, 2008.”
ROLL CALL: Present were Mayor William Henfey, President of Council Patrick Rosenello, Councilpersons Robert McCullion, Edwin Koehler, Joseph Duncan, Robert Maschio, Richard Ogen and Kellyann Tolomeo. Also present were City Administrator Raymond Townsend, Solicitor William Kaufmann and Engineer Ralph Petrella.
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JULY 15, 2008
COUNCIL PRESIDENT ROSENELLO stated we will deviate from the agenda at this time for an appointment to the Fire Department. Mayor Henfey stated Joshua Carter lives in the Anglesea section of North Wildwood, worked full time as a North Wildwood Firefighter since August 2003, holds certificates as a Firefighter, EMT and also a Fire Code Inspector. Mayor Henfey asked Council for their approval. On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, that Joshua Carter be appointed as a Firefighter effective July 16^th, 2008. Roll was called by the City Clerk with all voting in favor. Carried. Joshua was introduced and had his badge pinned on him by his mother with pictures taken.
MINUTES: On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, that the minutes of the regular meeting of July 1, 2008 be approved as read. Carried.
COMMUNICATIONS:
SPECIAL EVENT

RE: O’Neil Surfing “The Life Tour”

August 8, 2008
On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, that the above special event application be approved contingent upon the insurance certificate submitted and approved. Rosenello stated all necessary paperwork must be in the City Clerk’s Office before the event. Carried.

MAYOR’S COMMUNICATIONS: None

REPORTS:

CITY CLERK’S REPORT FOR JUNE 2008:

Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer…………………………..$ 44 ,452.17

REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS REPORT FOR JUNE 2008:

Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 914.00

Totals in NW for Month: Deaths -8- Marriages -8- Births -0-

FIRE DEPARMENT’S REPORT FOR JUNE 2008:

Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 0.00

Total Incidents Handled by the Department for the Month……………… 245

Councilperson Koehler stated he has spoken to the Chief Financial Officer to have the Ambulance Billing noted on future reports.

FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU REPORT FOR JUNE 2008:

Total monies turned over to the City Treasurer………………………….$ 57,053.01

Total Inspections for Month……………………………………………. 244

POLICE DEPARTMENT’S REPORT FOR MAY 2008:

Total monies turned over to the City Clerk’s Office……………..… …….$ 589.50

Total Incidents Handled by the Department for the Month…………….. 3,212

POLICE DEPARTMENT’S REPORT FOR JUNE 2008:

Total monies turned over to the City Clerk’s Office……………… ...…….$ 590.40

Total Incidents Handled by the Department for the Month…………….. 3,230

On a motion by Koehler, seconded by McCullion, that the above reports be received and filed as presented. Carried.

APPOINTMENTS:
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JULY 15, 2008
Police Dept:

Joshua Coleman Seasonal/Dispatcher 7/16/08

On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, the above appointment be confirmed.

Carried.
Frederick Wuestner, Jr. Clerk – Full Time 7/16/08

On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, the above permanent appointment be confirmed. Roll called by the City Clerk with all voting in the affirmative. Carried.

Finance Dept:

Barbara Boyle Clerk 8/4/08

(Transfer/Lateral from Clerk in Police Dept.)

On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Maschio, the above appointment be confirmed. Carried.

Public Works Dept:

Carl Delinski Sr. Mechanic Provisional Appt PAQ 7/16/08

(Transfer/Lateral from Heavy Equip. Operator)

On a motion by Koehler, seconded by Duncan, the above appointment be confirmed. Carried.

Kirt Allen Redburn Laborer – Permanent Appt. 7/21/08

(Fleet Maintenance)

On a motion by Tolomeo, seconded by Koehler, the above permanent appointment be confirmed. Roll was called with all voting in the affirmative. Carried.
Beach Patrol:

Edward N. Macko Seasonal/Lifeguard 7/16/08

On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, the above appointments be confirmed. Carried.

Board of Health:

Kim Bishop

Catherine Deni

James Nanos

On a motion by Koehler, seconded by McCullion, the above appointments be confirmed. Roll called by the City Clerk with all voting in the affirmative. Carried.

RESOLUTIONS:
#181-08

RE: Approving Requests For Reimbursement For Monies Paid To The North Wildwood Beach Patrol Pension Plan

The above resolution was offered by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.
#182-08

RE: Supporting A Revised Funding Percentage For The Senior Citizen And Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program (SCADRTAP) Assembly Bill 2046 & Senate Bill 1830

The above resolution was offered by McCullion, seconded by Ogen, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.

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#183-08

RE: Authorizing The Preparation Of A Request For Proposals And Qualifications (RFP/Q) Seeking Qualified Individuals/Companies To Perform An Assessment Of Consolidating Career Emergency Services Between Wildwood, West Wildwood And North Wildwood

The above resolution was offered by Maschio, seconded by Tolomeo, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared the resolution duly adopted.

ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE NO. 1538 - On a motion by McCullion, seconded by Duncan, that Ordinance No. 1538 be placed on its second reading. Carried.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 1538 by its title, as required by Law, known as “An

Ordinance Establishing The Source Separation And Recycling Program For City Of North Wildwood For Designated Recyclables.” This Ordinance has been published according to Law, posted on the City Clerk’s bulletin board with copies available in the City Clerk’s Office on request.
The President of Council stated this was the time and place to hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1538 and asked if anyone present had any objections to the passage of this Ordinance. Hearing none, he then asked the Clerk if she had received any objections in writing, the Clerk stated none, the President of Council declared the hearing closed.
On a motion by McCullion, seconded by Duncan, that Ordinance No. 1538 be passed on its second reading and published according to Law, the roll being called, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared Ordinance No. 1538 duly adopted.
ORDINANCE NO. 1540 - On a motion by Ogen, seconded by Duncan, that Ordinance No. 1540 be placed on its first reading. Carried.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 1540 by its title, known as “A Bond Ordinance Providing A Supplemental Appropriation Of $1,500,000 For Seawall, Beach Replenishment, Bulkhead Repairs, And Related Improvements In And By The City Of North Wildwood, In The County Of Cape May, New Jersey And Authorizing The Issuance Of $1,425,000 Bonds Or Notes Of The City For Financing Part Of The Appropriation.” A Supplemental Debt Statement has been filed by the Chief Financial Officer as required.
On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Ogen, that Ordinance No. 1540 be passed on its first reading and published according to Law, the Clerk called the roll, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared Ordinance No. 1540 passed on its first reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 1541 - On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, that Ordinance No. 1541 be placed on its first reading. Carried.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 1541 by its title, known as “A Bond Ordinance Providing For The Acquisition Of Certain Property In And By The City Of North Wildwood, In The County Of Cape May, New Jersey, Appropriating $350,000 Therefor And Authorizing The Issuance Of $332,500 Bonds Or Notes Of The City To Finance Part Of The Cost Thereof.” A Supplemental Debt Statement has been filed by the Chief Financial Officer as required.
On a motion by McCullion, seconded by Duncan, that Ordinance No. 1541 be passed

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on its first reading and published according to Law, the Clerk called the roll, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared Ordinance No. 1541 passed on its first reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 1542 - On a motion by McCullion, seconded by Duncan, that Ordinance No. 1542 be placed on its first reading. Carried.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 1542 by its title, known as “An Ordinance Requiring Submission Of Surveys To The Zoning Official At Various Intervals During Construction.”
On a motion by McCullion, seconded by Duncan, that Ordinance No. 1542 be passed on its first reading and published according to Law, the Clerk called the roll, all voting in the affirmative, the President of Council declared Ordinance No. 1542 passed on its first reading.
FINANCE/VOUCHER LIST:
On a motion by Koehler, seconded by McCullion, authorizing payment of all approved vouchers. Carried. As per Resolution #09-08, all bills listed below be paid and warrants drawn by the proper officers for the stated amounts.

Check #	Check Date	Vendor	Amount Paid
21515	07/07/08	CITY OF NORTH WILDWOOD	$ 1,000.00
21516	07/09/08	DOVENMUEHEL MORTGAGE	4,851.08
21517	07/09/08	DENNIS HOEPPELL	595.34
21518	07/09/08	N.J.D.M.V.	270.00
21519	07/09/08	TREASURER, STATE OF NJ	154.00
21520	07/10/08	DELIA MARIE CANNON	500.00
21521	07/10/08	AMANDA SARAH CHERRY	150.00
21522	07/10/08	STEPHANIE LYNNE ECKMON	100.00
21523	07/10/08		VOID
21524	07/10/08	CITY OF NW - SALARY ACCT	428,709.12
21525	07/14/08	AT&T	22.09
21526	07/14/08	ACU-THERM SUPPLY CO, INC.	497.62
21527	07/14/08	ANCO HOME CENTER	218.04
21528	07/14/08	AT&T	108.03
21529	07/14/08	AVAYA FINANCIAL SERVICES	533.60
21530	07/14/08	ADVANCE LEARNING	99.00
21531	07/14/08	ARCHONIX SYSTEMS LLC	13,537.00
21532	07/14/08	ASPHALT PAVING SYSTEMS, INC	163,682.96
21533	07/14/08	AVAYA INC	2,002.99
21534	07/14/08	AIR LAND AND SEA	2,500.00
21535	07/14/08	BOB'S AUTO BODY	1,545.02
21536	07/14/08	BILLOWS ELECTRIC SUPPLY	322.68
21537	07/14/08	BOARDWALK SID MGMT CORP.	5,500.00
21538	07/14/08	CRYSTAL SPRINGS	436.65
21539	07/14/08	BENECARD SERVICES INC	37,933.12
21540	07/14/08	COURT HOUSE OFFICE SUPPLIES	341.36
21541	07/14/08	H B CHRISTMAN & SON	784.84
21542	07/14/08	C.M.C.M.U.A.	35,841.22
21543	07/14/08	CASA PAYROLL SERVICES	492.40
21544	07/14/08	CAFIERO AND BALLIETTE	2,815.17
21545	07/14/08	CAPE PROFESSIONAL BILLING, INC	1,048.62
21546	07/14/08	COLOR SOURCE	3,561.20
21547	07/14/08	COMCAST	220.75
21548	07/14/08	ATLANTIC CITY ELECTRIC	36,310.39
21549	07/14/08	COMCAST	95.28
21550	07/14/08	CREATIVE ENTERTAINMENT	3,700.00
21551	07/14/08	COLONIAL ELECTRIC SUPPLY	916.24
21552	07/14/08	CIT	114.31
21553	07/14/08	COASTAL BROADCASTING PLAZA	680.00
21554	07/14/08	DI NARDO COPY & PRINTING SERV	1,081.00
21555	07/14/08	EXECUTIVE BUSINESS PRODUCTS	125.63
21556	07/14/08	EDMUNDS & ASSOCIATES	25,749.00
21557	07/14/08	EAST COAST WHOLESALE	468.00
21558	07/14/08	FUTURE MINING & RECYCLING, INC	787.15
21559	07/14/08	GRACE ENERGY	47.02
21560	07/14/08	GALL'S INC.	465.90
21561	07/14/08	GENERAL CODE PUBLISHERS CORP	1,328.17
21562	07/14/08	GENTILINI FORD, INC.	285.07
21563	07/14/08	GROVE SUPPLY, INC.	243.89
21564	07/14/08	GIAMBRI'S CANDIES	195.00
21565	07/14/08	GREENBAUM ROWE SMITH DAVIS LLP	270.00
21566	07/14/08	GARY GLASS MD	2,500.00
21567	07/14/08	CAPE MAY COUNTY HERALD	27.15
21568	07/14/08	HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES	1,802.34
21569	07/14/08	HEREFORD INLET LIGHTHOUSE	199.09
21570	07/14/08	THE HARDWARE STORE	33.40
21571	07/14/08	WILLIAM HENFEY	121.04
21572	07/14/08	JAN COMMUNICATIONS INC	1,524.00
21573	07/14/08	JOYCEMEDIA	100.00
21574	07/14/08	JOHN'S RECYCLING & DEMOLITION	696.10
21575	07/14/08	JERSEY HARDWARE	44.96
21576	07/14/08	KINDLE FORD	35.22
21577	07/14/08	K-MART	1,693.46
21578	07/14/08	KELTEX IMPRINTED APPAREL INC	2,028.00
21579	07/14/08	LAWSON PRODUCTS	10.10
21580	07/14/08	LINDA L LACOMBE	63.00
21581	07/14/08	STEPHEN MURRAY	337.80
21582	07/14/08	MARLBORO FARM MARKET & GARDEN	600.53
21583	07/14/08	BETTY MUGNIER	89.98
21584	07/14/08	MAGLOCLEN	400.00
21585	07/14/08	MAIN STAGE HARMONY	1,800.00
21586	07/14/08	MARTURANO RECREATION CO.	2,590.96
21587	07/14/08	N.J.R.P.A.	200.00
21588	07/14/08	NAT'L TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRE-	80.00
21589	07/14/08	NORTH WILDWOOD BD OF EDUCATION	5,316.20
21590	07/14/08	NEBS, INC.	115.96
21591	07/14/08	NEW JERSEY STATE LEAGUE OF MUN	500.00
21592	07/14/08	NEXTEL	2,306.71
21593	07/14/08	NEW JERSEY AUDUBON SOCIETY	39.00
21594	07/14/08	ONE CALL SYSTEM	71.53
21595	07/14/08	OFFICE DEPOT	388.89
21596	07/14/08	OLD DOMINION BRUSH	937.88
21597	07/14/08	THE PRESS	154.96
21598	07/14/08	GRUCCIO,PEPPER,DESANTO & RUTH	5,128.50
21599	07/14/08	PIER "47" MARINA	683.69
21600	07/14/08	PEDRONI FUEL COMPANY	15,689.10
21601	07/14/08	POLE TAVERN EQUIPMENT	1,202.26
21602	07/14/08	P & D CONSTRUCTION CO.	268,128.08
21603	07/14/08	POLAR BEAR MECHANICAL SERVICES	4,415.20
21604	07/14/08	PARA PLUS INTERPRETER	189.98
21605	07/14/08	JOSEPH QUATTRONE	10,150.00
21606	07/14/08	THE QUAILE FAMILY	3,100.00
21607	07/14/08	REEL FIRE PROTECTION, INC.	614.00
21608	07/14/08	V.E. RALPH & SON, INC.	630.22
21609	07/14/08	REMINGTON,VERNICK & WALBERG	2,426.87
21610	07/14/08	RI TEC	1,550.15
21611	07/14/08	RARITAN VALLEY COMM COLLEGE	140.00
21612	07/14/08	SEASHORE SUPPLY OF WILDWOOD	61.40
21613	07/14/08	SOUTH JERSEY WELDING	138.78
21614	07/14/08	SCHWAAB, INC.	179.35
21615	07/14/08	SANDPIPER MONOGRAMMING, INC.	136.50
21616	07/14/08	SOUTH JERSEY AUTO SUPPLY	230.76
21617	07/14/08	SOUTH JERSEY GAS CO	643.06
21618	07/14/08	SERVICE TIRE TRUCK CENTER	1,236.85
21619	07/14/08	STAPLES	305.91
21620	07/14/08	S.O.C.'S	500.00
21621	07/14/08	SOUTH JERSEY BOBCAT	158.10
21622	07/14/08	THE SPIRIT COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER	112.00
21623	07/14/08	THE STUDIO OF RAYMOND SCHORLE	160.00
21624	07/14/08	KRISTIE SHERIFF	425.00
21625	07/14/08	GINA SNYDER	35.00
21626	07/14/08	TOWER OPTICAL COMPANY	344.25
21627	07/14/08	TRI COUNTY BUILDING SUPPLIES	691.12
21628	07/14/08	TRI-COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL	750.00
21629	07/14/08	TRI-CITY PRODUCTS	1,301.50
21630	07/14/08	UNITED SOUVENIR & APPAREL INC	496.23
21631	07/14/08	ANGELA TURCHI	250.00
21632	07/14/08	US LIGHTHOUSE SOCIETY	198.00
21633	07/14/08	VESPIA TIRE CENTER	1,869.60
21634	07/14/08	VINELAND AUTO ELECTRIC, INC.	65.00
21635	07/14/08	VERIZON	1,083.14
21636	07/14/08	VERIZON CABS	712.04
21637	07/14/08	WESTERN PEST CONTROL	238.00
21638	07/14/08	WASTE MANAGEMENT	2,824.99
21639	07/14/08	WINDY ACRES	9,245.60
21640	07/14/08	WHALEN'S AUTO REPAIR	284.33
21641	07/14/08	WB MASON CO INC	21.51
21642	07/14/08	SCOTT WAHL	583.33
21643	07/14/08	CASSASANDRA YOUNG	250.00

COUNCIL:
COUNCILMAN DUNCAN noted a couple of years ago the traveling Vietnam Memorial was set up on our 8^th Street Field. Duncan stated the memorial will now be in Wildwood beginning Thursday. Duncan spoke about the Bescham-Callahan Lifeguard Races recently and noted they were very well run with North Wildwood coming in 2^nd place. Good job goes out to Beach Patrol Chief Tony Cavalier.

COUNCILMAN MASCHIO congratulated all Department Heads for help with the Barbeque Festival noting we had good food, good weather and no incidents. Maschio stated he is proud of what North Wildwood has made of this festival.

COUNCILWOMAN TOLOMEO also thanked everyone for their help with the Barbeque Festival.

COUNCILMAN McCULLION also mentioned the Vietnam Wall in Wildwood, great Barbeque Festival and a car show on July 26^th on the Boardwalk.

COUNCILMAN KOEHLER congratulated all who worked on the Barbeque Festival especially our Public Works staff as they did a great job cleaning up each morning.

COUNCILMAN OGEN stated this festival is always fun to watch. Ogen thanked our Police Department, Public Works, Fire Department, etc. and all other involved with this festival.

COUNCILMAN ROSENELLO stated the City had 11 or 12 contestants in the Miss North Wildwood contest held recently. Rosenello wished Delia Marie Cannon congratulations on being crowned Miss North Wildwood for 2008-2009.

MAYOR HENFEY announced upcoming events: Boat Parade starting at Sunset Bay with a string band playing at 5^th Street. Also fireworks at 8:30 PM with awards given at the Lighthouse Point. The car show starting at 16^th Avenue going to 26^th Avenue on the Boardwalk. This show had approximately 70 cars last year and will be ending at 3:00 PM.

COUNCILMAN ROSENELLO also announced the Annual Baby Parade on Thursday, August 7^th beginning at the Convention Center then north to 16^th Avenue. Approximately 300 children with parents will be participating. Also Survivors of Cancer (SOC) will have their annual event at Lighthouse Point on August 9^th with tickets at $30.00.
MAYOR HENFEY noted this tremendous group began in North Wildwood and is a home grown organization. Henfey announced a donation received at a recent concert from Bud’s Concrete in the amount of $1000.00. Henfey stated the Barbeque Festival organizers did a fabulous job, well attended, organized and just a super event. Mayor thanked all departments involved including Police, Fire/EMT’s, Public Works, etc. Henfey also congratulated our Lifeguards on their 2^nd place win in the recent races. All are invited to the Vietnam Wall opening ceremony.


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JULY 15, 2008

PUBLIC:
EVERETT McCORKELL, 410 E. 13^th Avenue, spoke about the upcoming car show and also the recent riptides on Saturday especially noting a female lifeguard as outstanding. McCorkell asked about the project on Surf Avenue with parking to be in the middle instead of the curb sides. Engineer Petrella stated this should not be a problem with the parking sites.
JIM KOCH, 1301 Surf Avenue, spoke of the $1.5 million Bond Ordinance for the seawall and asked what happened to the other money for the seawall project. Koch noted a resolution only says a grant not a loan.
HARRY GALE, 307 E. 25^th Avenue, applauded Council for reducing the payroll numbers. Gale asked about the State requiring beaches to stay open with City Administrator stating the State is reassessing that opinion. Gale asked about the purchase of gasoline for the City vehicles. Gale was told the City is part of a co-op with the County which includes a two year contract with no payment of road tax and other taxes. Public Works Supervisor Wozunk stated the current price if $3.63 for super and $4.06 for diesel fuel. Mayor Henfey spoke about an electric car that public works purchased that looks like a miniature pickup truck. This vehicle is being used daily. Gale also has noticed Waste Management staff leaving trash falling out of their truck and also out of cans and not cleaning it up.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion by Duncan, seconded by Koehler, that there being no further business before Council, we do now adjourn. Carried. 10:51 A.M.
APPROVED:

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William J. Henfey - Mayor
ATTEST:

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Janet H. Harkins - City Clerk
This is a generalization of the meeting of July 15, 2008 and not a verbatim transcript.