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August 19, 2005: Call to Order by Rich Juliano at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Auditorium; Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Roll Call:
| Dagmer Chew Audrey Conant Bob Fite Hugh McCauley Pete Iurato Rich Juliano |
Will Kahane Rich Reinhart Bill Smigo - A Joe Steady Tony Williams Kate Wyatt |
Will Kahane introduced Curtis Bashaw who made an hour presentation, (as he gave to Council), on “Vision for Cape May’s future” – keeping Cape May a nice place to live as well as to visit. The commission has a vision on the Mall, Promenade, Parks and Public Amenities
Strategic planning is crucial to any town and the quality of life is important. Why plan? Because it’s good economic sense. The city should hire a good planner so we have a legacy for the next generation.
Mr. Bashaw answered questions from the floor following his presentation.
Awards were presented to:
Margaret Burns for her service to the TPA after resigning because of health issues by Audrey Conant.
Ralph Genovese for his heroic efforts in saving the young boy scout in the boating accident by Rich Reinhart.
Jack & Judy Lord – Public spirit award for their contributions to various civic organizations by Rich Juliano.
President’s Message – Rich Juliano
Discussed leadership in the community
TPA membership is over 1100 members
Lower Cape May Regional issue
Submitted by Audrey Conant (excused) continued by Kate Wyatt:
The Minutes were approved – and all were in favor;
Treasurer’s report by Pete Iurato was approved – and all were in favor;
Presently there is $2955.55 in the checking account. Total assets - $18980.70;
Nominating Committee – 172 ballots, Audrey Conant, Hugh McCauley, Joe Steady, and Kate Wyatt were uncontested in their election for a term of 3 years.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
LCMR – Tony Williams
Law Firm report to City Council – confidential - City Council talking to West Cape May
Public Meeting Scheduled – September or October
Membership – Pete Iurato for Bill Smigo
1116 members
2% Tax Distribution – Rich Iurato
Income is approaching the 1 million dollars mark
Disburse from the General Fund
How should it be spent?
40% tax relief – 40% infrastructure – 20% tourism
East Cape May – Dagmer Chew
Referred to a TPA letter dated 1977 - $400,000 drainage system
On going – no resolution in sight
Council members – did not know where the projects stands in the courts hands
Beach Replenishment - Completed over winter
Technology – Rich Reinhart
77 hits this month – please visit the web site
Cape May Elementary School – Pete Iurato
1 of 22 in state - $25,000 grant
Looking for Education Foundation Members
3 incumbents returned to the Board
Jack Lord was appointed to fill David Craig’s vacancy
“Connect Ed” - emergencies/ special events by Principal
School Board meetings are 2nd Thursday in the school
Convention Hall – Rich Juliano
C. Johnson finalizing report and will be made public in 30 to 60 days
No details
Openness – Joe Steady
Poor communication
No new web pages
Changes put in place to eliminate surprises
Old Business – No report
Open Space – Hugh McCauley
Money – east of Pittsburgh
Environment Commission
Recommendations
Open Space (details with Hugh)
Charlotte Todd (President of the Commission) present
Public Comments:
Ralph Genovese Sr. inquired about a telescope observatory - closest is Rutgers –
Good site would be airport (County Institution) in Erma – recommendation, email Press Astronomy Editor - Edmund Scientific Starter Kit
More information from City Council on projects like Poverty Beach ramp
Washington Street Cleaning Issue
Note Comment - We need a mission statement
Respectfully submitted:
Kate Wyatt for Audrey Conant
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