DLC Meeting – January 16, 2025 – Minutes
DEAL LAKE COMMISSION
MINUTES – REORGANIZATION MEETING
JANUARY 16, 2025
The Regular Meeting of the Deal Lake Commission was held in the Borough of Interlaken Municipal Building, 100 Grassmere Avenue and via teleconference using the Zoom Meeting Platform. The Commission Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. After the Salute to the Flag, the Commission Clerk announced that the notice requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act C.231, P.L. 1975, were met by transmitting the notice to the Commission’s official newspaper on February 1 2024, posting where required and filing a copy of the notice with the Commission Clerk. The Deal Lake Commission meeting will be audio and video taped and will be shown on APTV, Optimum 77 and throughout Monmouth County on FIOS 28.
ROLL CALL
| PRESENT | ABSENT | |
| Allenhurst (Alt. T. Mauro) | x | |
| Asbury Park (J. Toher) | x | |
| Deal (B. Coffey) | x | |
| Interlaken (C. Roarty) | x | |
| Loch Arbour (M. Fernicola) | x | |
| Neptune | x | |
| Ocean (D. Brockel) | x |
OTHERS PRESENT:
Dr. Stephen Souza, Environmental Consultant
Peter Avakian, Commission Engineer
Jessie M. Joseph, Commission Clerk
Resolution #25-001 – Resolution to Appoint Clerk
UPON MOTION of Interlaken, seconded by Loch Arbour, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, there exists a need for a Clerk to serve and advise the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025; and
WHEREAS, the funds for this purpose shall be provided in the 2025 Budget of the Deal Lake Commission and the Chief Financial Officer has so certified; and
WHEREAS, this appointment is made without competitive bidding because the appointment involves a member of a recognized profession licensed and regulated by law, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that the Clerk and Chairman be and they are hereby authorized and directed to engage the services of
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Jessie M. Joseph, as Clerk for the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025 at the rate of $8,200.00 annually; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be and she is authorized and directed to publish this Resolution in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-002 – Resolution to Appoint Chairman
UPON MOTION of Interlaken, seconded by Allenhurst, carried that Don Brockel of the Township of Ocean be and he is hereby nominated to serve as Chairman of the Deal Lake Commission for 2025. There being no other nominations, and UPON MOTION of Interlaken, seconded by Deal, carried that nominations be closed.
UPON MOTION of Interlaken, seconded by Deal, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission, that Don Brockel of the Township of Ocean be and he is hereby appointed Chairman of the Deal Lake Commission for a one-year term expiring December 31, 2025 or until his successor has been duly appointed .
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-003 – Resolution to Appoint Vice-Chairman
UPON MOTION of Ocean, seconded by Deal, carried that Carolyn Roarty of the Borough of Interlaken be and she is hereby nominated to serve as Vice-Chairman of the Deal Lake Commission for 2025. There being no other nominations, and UPON MOTION of Asbury Park, seconded by Loch Arbour, carried that nominations be closed.
UPON MOTION of Asbury Park, seconded by Loch Arbour, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission, that Carolyn Roarty of the Borough of Interlaken be and she is hereby appointed Vice-Chairman of
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the Deal Lake Commission for a one-year term expiring December 31, 2025 or until her successor is duly appointed.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-004 – Resolution to Appoint Treasurer
UPON MOTION of Ocean, seconded by Interlaken, carried Margot Fernicola of the Village of Loch Arbour, be and she is hereby nominated to serve as Treasurer of the Deal Lake Commission for 2025. There being no other nominations, and UPON MOTION of Deal, seconded by Interlaken, carried that nominations be closed.
UPON MOTION of Deal, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission, that Margot Fernicola of the Village of Loch Arbour be and she is hereby appointed Treasurer of the Deal Lake Commission for a one-year term expiring December 31, 2025 or until her successor be duly appointed.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-005 – Resolution to Appoint Deputy Treasurer
UPON MOTION of Ocean, seconded by Loch Arbour, carried that Barbara Coffey of the Borough of Deal be and she is hereby nominated to serve as Deputy Treasurer of the Deal Lake Commission for 2025. There being no further nominations, and UPON MOTION of Ocean, seconded by Interlaken, carried that nominations be closed.
UPON MOTION of Ocean, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission, that Barbara Coffey of the Borough of Deal be and she is hereby appointed Deputy Treasurer of the
Deal Lake Commission for a one-year term expiring December 31, 2025 or until her successor be duly appointed.
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RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-006 – Resolution to Appoint Secretary
UPON MOTION of Ocean, seconded by Interlaken, carried that Jeannie Toher of the City of Asbury Park be and she is hereby nominated to serve as Secretary of the Deal Lake Commission for 2025. There being no other nominations, and UPON MOTION of Interlaken, seconded by Loch Arbour, carried that nominations be closed.
UPON MOTION of Interlaken, seconded by Loch Arbour, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission, that Jeannie Toher of the City of Asbury Park be and she is hereby appointed Secretary of the Deal Lake Commission for a one-year term expiring December 31, 2025 or until her successor be duly appointed.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
The Commission Clerk administered the Oaths of Office to the Commission 2024 Officers.
Resolution #25-007 – Resolution to Appoint Chief Financial Officer
UPON MOTION of Interlaken, seconded by Deal, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, there exists a need for a Chief Financial Officer to serve and advise the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025; and
WHEREAS, funds for this purpose shall be provided in the 2025 Budget of the Deal Lake Commission and the Chief Financial Officer has so certified; and
WHEREAS, this appointment is made without competitive bidding because the appointment involves a member of a recognized profession, licensed and regulated by law, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that the Clerk and Chairman be and they are hereby authorized and directed to engage the services of Richard Gartz as Chief Financial Officer for the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025 at the rate of $7,800.00 annually; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be and she is authorized and directed to publish this resolution in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:A:11-1.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Prior to appointing the Attorney for 2025, Don Brockel, Commission Chairman, announced that Paul Fernicola, Esq., has offered his services to the Deal Lake Commission Pro Bono for two months or until such time as a new Attorney is appointed.
Paul Fernicola, Esq., introduced himself and spoke briefly about his past involvement with the Deal Lake Commission.
Resolution #25-008 – Resolution to Appoint Attorney
UPON MOTION of Asbury Park, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, the Chairman of the Deal Lake Commission is in receipt of a letter from Hunt A. Parry, Esq., asking that his name be removed for reappointment as the Attorney for the Deal Lake Commission for 2025; and
WHEREAS, there exists the need for an Attorney to serve and advise the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025; and
WHEREAS, Paul Fernicola, Esq., has offered to serve as the Attorney for the Deal Lake Commission Pro Bono for a period of two months or until such time as a new Attorney is appointed; and
WHEREAS, this appointment is made without competitive bidding because the appointment involves a member of a recognized profession, licensed and regulated by law, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that they hereby appoint Paul Fernicola, Esq. as Attorney for the Deal Lake Commission, Pro Bono, for a period of two months or until such time as a new Attorney is appointed; and
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RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Ocean
Nays: None
Abstain: Loch Arbour
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-009 – Resolution to Appoint Engineer
UPON MOTION of Asbury Park, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, there exists the need for an Engineer for the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025; and
WHEREAS, funds for this purpose shall be provided for in the 2025 Budget of the Deal Lake Commission and the Chief Financial Officer has so certified; and
WHEREAS, this appointment is made without competitive bidding because the appointment involves a member of a recognized profession, licensed and regulated by law, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that the Clerk and Chairman be and they are hereby authorized and directed to engage the services of Peter R. Avakian, P.E. and the firm of Leon S. Avakian, Inc., as Engineer for the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025 at the same hourly rate presently charged the Commission in accordance with a contract on file with the Commission Clerk at a cost not to exceed $8,000.00; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to publish this Resolution in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-010 – Resolution to Appoint Auditor
UPON MOTION of Deal, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Resolution, be and the same is hereby adopted:
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WHEREAS, there exists a need for an Auditor to serve and vise the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025 and to conduct the 2024 Annual Audit; and
WHEREAS, funds for this purpose shall be provided in the 2025 Budget of the Deal Lake Commission and the Chief Financial Officer has so certified; and
WHEREAS, this appointment is made without competitive bidding because the appointment involves a member of a recognized profession, licensed and regulated by law, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that the Clerk and Chairman be and they are hereby authorized and directed to engage the services of Robert A. Hulsart and Company as Auditor for the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025 at a rate of $2,250.00; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be and she is authorized and directed to publish this resolution in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-011 – Resolution to Appoint Environmental Consultant
UPON MOTION of Asbury Park, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, there exists the need for an Environmental Consultant for the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025; and
WHEREAS, funds for this purpose shall be provided for in the 2025 Budget of the Deal Lake Commission and the Chief Financial Officer has so certified; and
WHEREAS, this appointment is made without competitive bidding because the appointment involves a member of a recognized profession, licensed and regulated by law, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that the Clerk and Chairman be and they are hereby authorized and directed to engage Dr. Stephen Souza of Clean Water Consulting Services as Environmental Consultant for the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025 at the same hourly rate presently charged the Commission and is in accordance
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with a contract on file with the Commission Clerk at a cost not to exceed $7,000.00; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be and she is authorized and directed to publish this Resolution in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1.
RECORED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-012 – Resolution to Appoint Environmental Consultant for Special Projects
UPON MOTION of Ocean, seconded by Asbury Park, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, there exists a need from to time to engage the services of an Environmental Consultant to assist the Deal Lake Commission for special projects; and
WHEREAS, funds for this purpose shall be provided for in the 2025 Budget of the Deal Lake Commission and the Chief Financial Officer has so certified; and
WHEREAS, this appointment is being made without competitive bidding because the appointment involves a member of a recognized profession, licensed and regulated by law, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that the Clerk and Chairman be and they are hereby authorized and directed to engage the services of Princeton Hydro, Inc., as the Environmental Consultant for special projects for 2025, at the same hourly rate presently charged the Commission in accordance with a contract on file with the Commission Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be and she is authorized and directed to publish this resolution in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
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Resolution #25-013 – Resolution to Establish Official Newspapers
UPON MOTION of Allenhurst, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, the Deal Lake Commission is authorized by State Statute N.J.S.A. 10:4-18 to designate an official newspaper of the Deal Lake Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that The Coaster be designated as the official newspaper of the Deal Lake Commission and that The Asbury Park Press be designated as the secondary official newspaper of the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-014 – Resolution to Set Meeting Schedule for 2025
UPON MOTION of Allenhurst, seconded by Loch Arbour, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, it is necessary for the Deal Lake Commission to post and maintain a schedule of the meetings of the Deal Lake Commission that will be held during the year 2025; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, the Deal Lake Commission will now hold their meetings both remotely and in person on the regularly scheduled meeting dates and times; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that the following 2025 schedule is hereby designated as the official Calendar of the Deal Lake Commission. Meeting dates are as follows:
- Workshop Meetings – when needed and advertised will be held at 6:00 p.m. or as otherwise advertised
- Public Meetings – beginning at 7:00 p.m. or as otherwise advertised
- Special Meetings – as needed and advertised according to the requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act
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February 20 July 31
March 20 August 21
April 24 September 18
May 15 October 16
June 19 November (No Meeting)
December 4
Re-Organization meeting for 2026 – January 15, 2026
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Special Meetings of the Deal Lake Commission may be called by any of the following when all requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act have been met:
- Majority of the Deal Lake Commission acting by Resolution
- Commission Chairman
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the meetings will take place at the Borough of
Interlaken Municipal Building, 100 Grassmere Avenue at 7:00 PM; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be published in the official newspaper of the Deal Lake Commission.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-015 – Resolution to Establish a Cash Management Plan
UPON MOTION of Asbury Park, seconded by Ocean, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 8, Laws of 1982, the Deal Lake Commission is required to adopt a Cash Management Plan, including the Designation of a Depository or Depositories; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission, a joint meeting of the County of Monmouth, in the State of New Jersey, that Manasquan Savings Bank and Cash Management Fund of the State of New Jersey, or their successors, be and they are hereby designated official depositories of Commission funds for the year 2025; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Central Jersey Bank and Citizen Savings Bank be named as alternate official depositories of Commission funds; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following accounts, together with the person or persons authorized to make withdrawals from said accounts are hereby authorized to be maintained:
ACCOUNT ACCOUNT NO. SIGNATURES
General Account *******-**** Chairman – Don Brockel
Treasurer – Margot Fernicola
Deputy Treasurer – Barbara Coffey
Chief Financial Officer – Richard Gartz
NJ Cash Management Fund ***.*****9891 Chairman – Don Brockel
Treasurer – Margot Fernicola
Deputy Treasurer – Barbara Coffey
Chief Financial Officer – Richard Gartz
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the funds of the Commission shall be invested in interest bearing accounts. The Treasurer shall see that minimum funds shall be maintained in
any non-interest bearing account in such amounts as the Treasurer shall deem necessary to provide the orderly transition of business by the Commission and to take advantage of any services provided to the Commission by the depository through maintenance of minimum balances in said accounts where the Treasurer deems it in the best interest of the Commission to do so. All other monies shall be invested in interest bearing accounts, in investments in which municipal funds may lawfully be invested or in the State of New Jersey Cash Management Fund in such accounts and at such times, from time to time, and the Treasurer shall deem in the best interest of the Commission; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Resolution shall be forwarded to the Deal Lake Commission Auditor.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-016 – Resolution to Appoint Webmaster
UPON MOTION of Asbury Park, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, the Deal Lake Commission is in need of the services of a qualified webmaster to maintain the Commission website; and
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WHEREAS, Kenneth McGee has performed these services for the Commission competently and diligently.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that Kenneth McGee be and he is hereby appointed as webmaster for the Deal Lake Commission for the year 2025 at the rate of $800.00 annually, paid quarterly.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Resolution shall be forwarded to Kenneth McGee for his information and the Chief Financial Officer.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-017 – Resolution to Approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting,
December 19, 2024
UPON MOTION of Ocean, seconded by Loch Arbour, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Deal Lake Commission held on December 19, 2024 be and the same are hereby approved (Neptune does not vote).
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
Resolution #25-018 – Resolution to Approve Treasurer’s Report and Pay Bills of the Deal
Lake Commission – January 16, 2025
UPON MOTION of Interlaken, seconded Deal, carried that the following Treasurer’s Report for January 16, 2025 be approved and the bills listed authorized for payment:
BALANCE ON HAND – PREVIOUS MONTH
Manasquan Bank $ 65,397.07
NJ Cash Management Fund 16,084.90
TOTAL ON DEPOSIT $ 81,481.97
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RECEIPTS:
Borough of Interlaken – 2024 Goose Remediation $ 876.00
City of Asbury Park – 2024 Goose Remediation 963.60
Interest – Manasquan Bank, December 2024 240.64
Interest – NJ Cash Management Fund, December, 2024 61.03
TOTAL RECEIPTS $ 2,141.27
TOTAL AVAILABLE $ 83,623.24
DISBURSEMENTS:
2024 Appropriations:
JCP&L (11/25/24-12/24/24) $ 46.22
Verizon (11/24/24 – 12/23/24) 40.07
Clean Waters Consulting, LLC (12/1/24-12/31/24) 525.00
The Coaster 21.82
Clean Ocean Action (Inv. #2127 – Paid 12/20/24) ___ 2,700.00
Sub-Total 3,333.11
TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS FOR APPROVAL 1/16/2025 $ 3,333.11
TOTAL BALANCES $ 80,290.13
DETAIL OF BALANCES:
Manasquan Bank $ 64,144.20
NJ Cash Management Fund 16,145.93
TOTAL ON DEPOSIT $ 80,290.13
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
OLD BUSINESS
- 2022 319(H) Grant – Mr. Brockel said we have signed the agreement and are waiting for the final go ahead from the State. For the 2017 319(H) Grant, once the State has completed their review of the documents they should be sending us a final payment.
Peter Avakian, Deal Lake Commission Engineer, gave a brief update of the project. He suggested we ask for an extension of time now, due to the State’s new requirements that were not in place when the grant was first awarded.
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- Shoreline Protection/Education – No Update
- Reestablishment of a Joint Meeting known as the Deal Lake Commission – Mr. Brockel announced that yesterday Asbury Park voted to re-join the Deal Lake Commission.
- Update on Asbury Avenue Project with Monmouth County – Jeannie Toher, City of Asbury Park Commissioner, read from a prepared statement regarding the background of the issues with the Asbury Avenue bridge over Hollow Brook. She went on to say the report she received from the principal engineer for Monmouth County Public Works stated that
two things would happen before Memorial Day. One is they will submit the Asbury Park Bridge Project as a candidate to be included in the County’s annual maintenance contract list once they get their scope of work together and two, they will install grading over the non-compliant drains to catch debris from entering the water below.
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution #25-019 – Authorizing the Deal Lake Commission to enter into a Cooperative
Service Agreement with the USDA for 2025 Goose Remediation
UPON Motion of Asbury Park, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the following Resolution be and the same is hereby adopted:
WHEREAS, there exists the need for a uniform goose management program along Deal Lake; and
WHEREAS, the Deal Lake Commission entered into an Agreement for the USDA to manage the goose addling along Deal Lake for the 2024 season; and
WHEREAS, the Deal Lake Commission would like to continue such services and has received the 2025 Agreement from the USDA in the amount of $4,800.00 to manage the goose addling along Deal Lake.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Deal Lake Commission that it hereby authorizes an Agreement between the Deal Lake Commission and the USDA to manage the goose addling along Deal Lake for the 2025 season at a cost not to exceed $4,800.00; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that each municipality will be billed separately for the gooses remediations service.
RECORDED VOTE:
Ayes: Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Ocean
Nays: None
Absent: Neptune
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COMMISSIONER’S LAST WORD
Bobbi Coffey, Borough of Deal Commissioner, wished everyone a Happy New Year.
Margot Fernicola, Village of Loch Arbour Commissioner, wanted to remind residents that everything they do at their homes affect the lake and the ocean. She went on to say, that given the recent fires in California, she is encouraging everyone to be prepared and have a “go bag and plan” in place in case of a disaster.
Tony Mauro, Borough of Allenhurst Alternate Commissioner, also wished everyone a Happy New Year.
Jeannie Toher, City of Asbury Park Commissioner, reminded everyone that she distributed the business cards with the QR code on it for the DLC and would like the Commissioners to distribute them to their municipality. It would help in getting our message out to the community.
Carolyn Roarty, Borough of Interlaken Commissioner, wished everyone a Happy New Year and is looking forward to another great year for the Commission.
Don Brockel, Commission Chairman and Township of Ocean Commissioner, wished everyone a Happy New Year. It was a stressful few weeks but we got through it.
PUBLIC HEARING
UPON MOTION of Asbury Park, seconded by Allenhurst, moved that the meeting be opened to the public.
Paul McEvily, Asbury Park and a former Commissioner representing Interlaken, knows only too well how much work it takes on the part of the Commission to maintain and sustain Deal Lake. He values and appreciates all the work the Commission does and wanted to thank them for all their hard work and effort.
Brian Mullins, Ocean Township resident, had questions, comments, and concerns about the level of Hollow Brook and the sediment that is in Hollow Brook.
Pat Hartman, Interlaken, reported that the branches and logs that she spoke about at the last DLC meeting, have not been removed from her property.
Stephen Myer, Allenhurst, wished everyone a Happy New Year and thanked the Commissioners for all of the work they do in taking care of the lake.
There being no further comments and UPON MOTION of Loch Arbour, seconded by Interlaken, carried that the public hearing be closed. There being no further business and UPON MOTION Ocean, seconded by Allenhurst, carried that the meeting be finally adjourned at 8:00PM.
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Jessie M. Joseph, RMC
Commission Clerk