Longport Commissioner Meeting Minutes Sept 7, 2017

WORKSHOP MINUTES SEPTEMBER 7, 2017 @ 9AM

Longport Mayor Russo asked Mr. Agnellini to address the Longport Non Resident Advisory
Committee’s request to be reinstated. It is not necessary to have this group reinstated
as there are many ways to address the concerns.

Mayor Russo discussed street lighting possibly converting to LED lights to conserve
energy. Mr. Carter recommended having one light installed to allow the residents the
opportunity to have their opinion heard.

Commissioner Leeds announced that S&P has raised our rating to AA+ and
complimented the staff for a good job with maintaining the budget. Mr. Leeds also
mentioned additional funds may be needed for beach maintenance for walkways and
dunes. There is a need to discuss a better way for beach badge checking in order to
increase revenue.

Mr. Leeds noted that the ice cream vendor was not in proper attire as stated in the
contract. Also there was a discussion on the 10×10 tents on the beach taking up too
much real estate. The tents are covered in the ordinance.

Mr Agnellini reported that a lawsuit was received regarding the parking on Atlantic Ave.
Two issues- the summary in the newspaper was not sufficient and residents had no opportunity to be heard. Mr. Agnellini feels that what the borough did was adequate.
He suggests that the Borough consider introduce an ordinance to bring parking back to
what it was. It was relief parking for the Point Construction which is ending and not
needed any longer. Mayor does not want to go through litigation. Clerk will place a new
ordinance to amend Chapter 161.

With no further business to discuss, Commissioner Lawler made motion to adjourn and
seconded by Commissioner Leeds. ALL AYES- no opposed
Meeting adjourned at 10:18 am
Respectfully submitted,
Emilia R. Strawder
Municipal Clerk