He then reviewed the following capital projects proposed for 2025:

  • General City Services
    • Computer Equipment: $50,000
    • Microsoft Office 2019 Replacement: $50,000
    • Copy Machine - Admin: $15,000
    • Copy Machine - Safety: $15,000
    • Copy Machine - OCC: $15,000
    • Copy Machine - Public Works: $15,000
    • Life-Pak 15 Replacement - Medic 27: $30,000
    • Toughbook Mobile Data Terminal Replacement: $30,000
    • Scanner for Engineering Drawings: $15,000
    • S-86S 2003 Salt Spreader Replacement: $35,000
    • Shower Rebuilds at OCC: $30,000
    • OCC HVAC System Replacement: $75,000
    • Salt Storage Building and Public Works Yard Improvements: $35,000 (plus $300,000 in 2024)
    • Police Car #30 2018 Ford Explorer Replacement: $59,000
    • Police Car #80 2017 Ford Explorer Replacement: $75,000
    • S-61 2008 Ford Pick-up Truck Replacement: $35,000
    • S-92 2011 Ford F-650 Multi-lift Truck Replacement: $150,000
    • S-53 2002 Ford F-250 Maintenance Truck Replacement: $55,000
    • Business District Landscaping Improvements: $25,000
    • Asphalt Resurfacing Program: $550,000
    • Concrete Street Program: $100,000
    • Far Hills Decorative Railing: $50,000
    • Sidewalk, Curb & Driveway Apron Program: $250,000
  • Refuse – N/A
  • Water Utility
    • EZ Underground Water Main Valves: $75,000
    • Caton/Far Hills Water Main Improvement: $215,000 (plus $215,000 in 2024)
    • Rehabilitate Well #5: $30,000
    • Rehabilitate Well #6: $30,000
    • Water Line Repairs: $65,000
  • Sanitary Sewer Utility
    • Sanitary Sewer Repairs: $50,000
    • Sanitary Sewer Lining: $125,000
  • Stormwater Utility – N/A

Mr. Klopsch commented on the Caton/Far Hills Water Main Improvement project now planned for 2025 and displayed a map depicting the existing water mains and proposed placement of new water mains on Far Hills Avenue and Caton Drive.

  • WATER RATES: The last two water rate increases were imposed in 2017 and 2024. There are upcoming costs related to infrastructure improvements and capital equipment including water mains and service lines, water well maintenance, water tower refurbishments, and meter replacements. More details on a proposed 2025 rate increase will be shared at the October 15 meeting.