Derek Verge

The meeting included discussions on cash balance reports, line item transfers, and awarding a contract for administration building document scanning. The appointment of an account clerk was approved. Updates were provided on the new administration building construction and legal matters, including the Dunkin Donuts project and Verizon Wireless lease. The meeting also addressed requests for utility bill adjustments due to faulty water meters and leaks. Job descriptions and the organizational chart for operations and maintenance were amended, and new superintendents for water treatment and supply, and water pollution control were appointed. Vouchers for payment were reviewed and approved.

The meeting included discussion of the cash balance report, transfer of funds, and the award of a contract for 2025 Water Treatment Chemical Supplies. The executive director requested and received approval to advertise and receive bids for Pump Maintenance & Repairs 2025 and professional services 2025. The Authority passed the most recent NJDEP water allocation inspection with no open violations. Preliminary Sewer and Water Approval was granted to Katsianis Brothers, LLC, with a clarification regarding individual water meters for each EDU unit. Updates were provided on various projects, including Route 9 Water Service, Water Treatment Plant #2 Replacement Generator and Diesel Tank, and Water Tower #2 Rehabilitation. Additionally, the contract documents for the 2024 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project were reviewed and recommended for execution, and the 2025 budget was adopted. The board also addressed customer requests for utility bill relief and payment plans and approved payment of vouchers.

The meeting included discussions on cash balance reports, an agreement with Jersey Central Power & Light for electric distribution facilities, and authorization to advertise and receive bids for Hydraulic Comminutors. The board also discussed a FEMA claim for damages sustained during Superstorm Sandy and water meters that were subject to flooding. Updates were provided on meter reads, billing, customer service, and storm-related activities. The attorney reported on a Crown Castle lease extension, an OCUA deficiency, and Sprint Spectrum equipment replacement. The auditor presented a status report and discussed a draft copy of the auditor's report for the year ending December 31, 2012, as well as a FEMA loan. The engineer reported on preliminary sewer approval for Murray Grove Retreat and Renewal Center, maintenance bond release for the construction of Wells 7 & 8, upgrades to Water Treatment Plant No. 1, and the completion of various contracts. Additionally, the board discussed a request for relief of a utility bill due to a water leak and the status of the Ocean First Bank issue. A Township update was provided, and the board discussed sewer and water relief to homeowners due to the storm.

The meeting included a presentation on bond refunding processes and the adoption of Resolution 2017-50 regarding the issuance of refunding bonds. The executive director's report covered cash balances and the renewal of membership in the New Jersey Joint Insurance Fund through Resolution 2017-45. The board also approved a contract for repairs and maintenance with Derstine Company, LLC via Resolution 2017-46. Discussions were held regarding the water and sewer budget, performance guarantee reduction for Sea Breeze at Lacey (Resolution 2017-48), and sanitary improvements on Fairview Lane. The board addressed requests for utility bill relief due to leaks and approved adjustments for several accounts. Additionally, the appointment of an Authority Architect was memorialized, and the sale of personal property was authorized.

The meeting included discussions on cash balance reports, the Forked River Volunteer Fire Department's request to use a fire hydrant, and a recommendation to discuss Brown Advisory in a closed session. The board reviewed July meter reads and August billing, along with customer service updates. Approvals were granted for tentative and preliminary sewer and water applications for Maxim Drive Major Subdivision and Lacey Plaza, LLC, respectively. Maintenance bond releases were approved for MiBo Construction Company and D & D Utility Contractors, Inc. Additional topics included updates on the Water Treatment Plant No. 1 upgrades, Cleaning and Televising Contract No 7, and the S-2 and FRB-2 Pump Station Hydraulic Comminutor. The board also addressed correspondence, including requests for utility bill relief and a customer's concerns regarding water quality. A closed session was held to discuss contractual matters and potential litigation, followed by a discussion on Toll Brothers Connection Fee and a resolution authorizing the acceptance and execution of an agreement of sale to Global Signal Acquisitions.