Municipal Matters February 9, 2016

BOROUGH WIDE DRAINAGE STUDY

The Borough of Haddonfield has been conducting a drainage study. The purpose of this study is to analyze the Borough’s various drainage areas and current drainage capabilities to determine where drainage issues may occur, then develop recommendations to improve any such issues.   Recently a survey was sent to each property. The responses will assist us in tracking down additional drainage issues.

If you are aware of a recurring issue that has not been documented in the report please send an email to jmoscatelli@haddonfield-nj.gov explaining the drainage concern.

Streets and Sidewalks Code Amendment

The Commissioners announced amendments to the Streets and Sidewalks Code to include the following: Before selling property in the Borough of Haddonfield, an inspector needs to determine if repairs to sidewalks, driveways or walkways are necessary. Also, before the selling of property, the owner must notify Haddonfield 30 days prior to legal transfer.

If a tripping hazard is found, the property owner will be notified to replace/repair. Tripping hazards are seen by the Commissioners as: a crack, surface, elevation variants, and construction material protruding over 1/2 inch, crumbled surface or deep holes.

If the inspector does determine that a repair/replacement is necessary, the property owner will be notified and Haddonfield shall be notified at least 7 days prior to sale. If not completed, no sale shall occur. If it cannot be completed prior to sale, moneys will be placed in an escrow account to the party of purchase to satisfy cost. Then, the new owners must complete repair/replacement within 30 days. Initial inspection fee is $50 and every re-inspection is an extra $25. A late fee of $25 will also take place if previously listed date windows are not met.

Included in this article, property owners are prohibited from installing things such as: fences, steps, walkways, retaining walls, statues and other such structures in the Borough of Haddonfield’s right-of-way or on Haddonfield property. Property owners also prohibited from planting trees, plants, shrubs or other such plant life.

The Borough of Haddonfield has the right and may require property owners to remove listed structures/plant life from Haddonfield property. These structures are the responsibility of the property owners and the removal will be at their expense.

Approved Appointments – Municipal Court & Library Board 

The following appointments were made for the Borough of Haddonfield:

NAME BOARD/COMMISSION/POSITION EXPIRES
Dean J. Buono, Esq. Prosecutor 12/31/2016
Charles Wigginton, Esq. Public Defender 12/31/2016
Jean Phillips, CMCA Court Administrator 12/31/2016
Matthew Smith Library Board of Trustees 12/31/2018
     (To fill unexpired term of Gene Kain)
Dennis Kelleher Library Board of Trustees 12/31/2019
     (To fill unexpired term of Mary Eklund)
Peter Blau Library Board of Trustees 12/31/2020
     To fill unexpired term of John Piotrowski)

Recycling Tonnage Grant Application

The Commissioners approved the submission of the recycling tonnage grant application to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and designated John Allsebrook to ensure proper filing procedures. The Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act of 1987 established the recycling fund from which tonnage grants may be made to municipalities in order to encourage local source separation and recycling programs. 

Upcoming Events

  • Haddonfield Running Company will host the Adrenaline 5K on March 19, 2016.
  • Haddonfield Little League will host its Opening Day Parade on April 2, 2016.
  • Ankokas Car Club will host the Antique Auto Show September 17, 2016.

The Partnership for Haddonfield Will Host “Haddonfield Uncorked”

Enjoy the perfect pairing of wonderful wines and a day of great shopping amid the unique setting of Haddonfield’s boutiques and dining spots. You’ll find special offers town wide as ‘Haddonfield Uncorked’ takes place once again throughout Downtown Haddonfield on Saturday, February 20, from 1 – 4 p.m. (Rain/snow date: Sunday, February 21).

Introduced in 2015, this is the third time this popular event will be held in Haddonfield. Haddonfield is a “dry” town by law; however, a 2014 Alcohol Management Plan for Retail Outlets makes this unprecedented event possible. Where wine is typically unavailable, this event offers a chance to sample and purchase South Jersey wines while browsing the Downtown shops.

Merchants along Kings Highway and our charming side streets – which include Mechanic Street, Ellis Street, Tanner Street, Haddy Lane, Kings Court, and Haddon Avenue – invite you to explore their shops and discover special offers during this special event.

Presently, a few shop owners in Haddonfield lease a portion of their business to one of the area’s local wine growers year-round for the sale of Jersey-grown wines by the bottle to the business’s patrons.
Visit www.downtownhaddonfield.com for complete details and participating shops and wineries.

Agreement for Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Fiscal Grant Cycle

The Commissioners authorized submission of a strategic plan for the Haddonfield Municipal Alliance grant for fiscal year in 2017 in the amount of

DEDR $13,726.00
Cash Match    7,000.00
In-Kind 19,157.95

The Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse established the Municipal Alliances for the Prevention of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse in 1989 to educate and engage residents, local government and law enforcement officials, schools, non-profit organizations, the faith community, parents, youth and other allies in efforts to prevent alcoholism and drug abuse in communities throughout New Jersey.

Bid Award: Temporary Labor Services

The Commissioners have awarded the bid entitled Temporary Labor Services to Workflow Integrated Systems.

Authorization to Release Performance Bond

The Commissioners approved the release of a $201,406 performance bond for the Borough Hall Replacement Boiler Project.

Ask the Mayor

Mayor Jeff Kasko will be available for questions and comments on Wednesdays,

February 17, March 16, and March 30 from noon – 2 p.m. in Borough Hall. He will also be available in the evenings by appointment. Please call his voicemail at 856-429-4700, ext. 316 to set up an appointment, or you can email him at jkasko@haddonfield-nj.gov.

Haddonfield’s Rules for Parking

The Commissioners want to remind residents of the rules regarding parking your vehicles.

  • All cars parked in driveways must not block the public sidewalks.
  • If you must park on the street, please call the police department at 429-3000 and let them know you will be parking your car there overnight.

Haddonfield’s Rules for Dog Walking

The Commissioners want to remind residents of the rules regarding walking your dogs and disposing property of their waste:

  • All dogs must be on a leash when being walked on public streets; the Crows Woods Nature Preserve and in any park area; no pet is permitted to roam un-leashed in Haddonfield
  • Pet owners or anyone who takes their pet for walks must properly dispose of their pet’s waste by picking it up, wrapping it and either placing it in the trash or flushing it unwrapped down the toilet.

Sign up to Receive Reminders, Alerts and More via E-Mail

Residents are reminded to sign up to receive important e-mail notices, reminders, and alerts from the Borough. This system can be used to alert those who are registered to impending deadlines (for the payment of taxes, pet license fee, etc.), and to public safety situations. To sign up, visit www.haddonfieldnj.org and look for a box titled” E-news from the Borough.”