Buena Borough M.U.A.

The board discussed several items including the formal acceptance of a board member's resignation, documentation for a Financial Impact Study regarding potential incorporation into the borough's government, and a request to waive a returned check fee for a customer. There was extensive debate regarding the approval and capacity management of five sewer connections for a project, involving technical and legal interpretations of the Memorandum of Agreement. The board also reviewed correspondence concerning BPU grant recipients, an energy consulting firm to assist with solar project bidding, and potential property acquisition. Furthermore, the board authorized re-advertising for bids for a trailer-mounted generator, received updates on utility work and highway improvement programs, discussed membrane maintenance at the facility, and reviewed safety training requirements and an upcoming state environmental inspection.

The meeting agenda addressed several operational and financial items, including the authorization of a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters and the adoption of a resolution to amend the 2016 budget to cover well #3 service costs. The board reviewed various reports from the engineer and solicitor, specifically regarding the service of well #3, the Louis Drive Sanitary Sewer Extension, and water application reviews for Teligent, Inc. Additionally, the board considered the status of the Solar Project and plans for an online public auction of surplus equipment via GovDeals. The board also processed payments for outstanding bills.

The board discussed the repair versus replacement of a 621 loader and ultimately resolved to join the National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance to purchase a new Caterpillar 930M wheel loader. The existing machine will be sold as-is on GovDeals. The board also received confirmation regarding compliance with SEC MCDC initiative requirements. Additionally, the board approved a maintenance contract for three wells for the upcoming year and authorized the payment of bills.

The Board discussed requests for sewer connection separation for private properties and reviewed correspondence from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regarding lead and copper sampling plans. Updates were provided on the Louis Drive sewer project, including an interlocal agreement with the Borough, and a billing inquiry from the Buena Campground was addressed. The Board reviewed changes to the New Jersey Safe Drinking Water Act and approved training for a plant operator. Additionally, the Board discussed operational issues regarding plant equipment and the potential need for additional generators for pump stations.

The meeting agenda focused on several key items including the treatment works approval for the Liberty Village project and the award recommendation for the Louis Drive Sanitary Sewer Extension project to Jersey Construction, Inc. Key approvals involved resolutions for the Louis Drive project, authorization for construction observation and contract administration, and the adoption of a new Cash Management Plan for the calendar year 2018. The board also reviewed the appointment of professional services including auditing, engineering, and legal representation, along with authorizing contracts with approved state vendors and establishing minimum standards for prospective contractors.