Packet · Mar 25, 2025
Township Council Meeting — Packet
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Ms. Zayibeth Carballo, PE,PLS,PP,CME,CFM,CFS Director, Municipal Engineer Re: Department of Public Works at 25 Lakeside Avenue – Change Order March 11, 2025 Page 2 Additional two monitoring wells will be installed, and a groundwater sampling at selected 10 monitoring wells will be conducted and analyzed for Metals to determine the extent of the AOC discharge impacts. CME will retain a licensed driller to install the monitoring wells with 2-inch diameter PVC; the wells will be constructed to a depth of approximately (20) feet below ground surface (bgs). The depths and locations of the monitoring wells will be determined based on the findings of the investigations conducted to date to delineate the extent of contaminants identified during the initial sampling event. The wells will be completed with a flush-mount cover. Drill cuttings will be placed in drums and properly disposed off-site at a licensed facility, and development water will be drummed for off-site disposal or properly treated prior to onsite discharge. A professional licensed surveyor will survey the monitoring wells. Well logs and Form A and Form B will be prepared to properly document the well construction. One round of groundwater samples will be collected from ten (10) selected monitoring wells to delineate the impacted groundwater and provide a baseline dataset for further remedial investigation, if needed. Sampling will be performed in accordance with USEPA Low Flow Sampling Procedures (March 1998). Water levels will be measured in all monitoring wells to confirm the groundwater flow direction. Water quality parameters will be directly measured in the field including conductivity, pH, temperature, redox potential, salinity, and dissolved oxygen (DO). All groundwater samples will be submitted for laboratory analysis for TAL Metals in accordance with the TRSR and NJDEP guidance documents. Our estimated cost to complete the additional required services is $19,700. Task 1 2 Description Cost Monitoring Wells Installation $ 10,200 Groundwater Sampling $ 9,500 We appreciate your consideration of the above and would be happy to answer any questions regarding this request. Respectfully submitted, CME Associates _________________________________ Behram Turan, P.E., LSRP Senior Vice President cc: Michael McClelland, P.E., P.P. - CME Associates P:\I00 CME7\West Orange\DPW 25 Lakeside Ave\Budget -
E Associates _________________________________ Behram Turan, P.E., LSRP Senior Vice President cc: Michael McClelland, P.E., P.P. - CME Associates P:\I00 CME7\West Orange\DPW 25 Lakeside Ave\Budget - Proposal- DPW FILE\March 2023 RI Proposal\Change Order - Additional wells and sampling - West Orange DPW 3-11-2025.docx
101-25 March 25, 2025 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSAL FROM MATRIX NEW WORLD FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AT 4 TOMPKINS STREET (VACANT LOT) NTE: $33,700.00 WHEREAS, on April 23, 2024, the Township of West Orange (the “Township”) received a revised proposal from Matrix New World Engineering, Land Surveying, and Landscape Architecture, P.C. (“Matrix”) to perform environmental services at 4 Tompkins Street; and WHEREAS, the Township desires to remove and close an unregulated heating oil tank discovered on the Township-owned property, and conduct soil sampling on the site; and WHEREAS, Matrix is qualified to do this work and has responsibly performed environmental services for the Township on other projects, NOW, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE, that the Township accepts the proposal from Matrix attached herein as Exhibit “A,” not to exceed $33,700.00 to complete the scope of work; AND FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution shall be made available in the Clerk’s office in accordance with applicable law. Karen J. Carnevale, Municipal Clerk Joe Krakoviak, Council President Adopted: March 25, 2025 I hereby certify funds available from Account No.: John C. Ditinyak, Chief Financial Officer 2021 Capital Budget 03-2663-21-0100-010
Matrix New World Engineering, Land Surveying and Landscape Architecture, P.C. 26 Columbia Turnpike Florham Park, NJ 07932 973.240.1800 Fax 973.240.1818 www.mwne.com September 19, 2022 Revised April 23, 2024 Via Email (zcarballo@westorange.org) 101-25 Township of West Orange 66 Main Street West Orange, New Jersey 07052 Attention: Zayibeth Carballo RE: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROPOSAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4 TOMPKINS STREET 4 TOMPKINS STREET BLOCK 7, LOT 22 WEST ORANGE, ESSEX COUNTY, NEW JERSEY NJDEP SRP PI NO. 757936 MATRIX NO. 22-0745 Dear Ms. Carballo: Matrix New World Engineering, Land Surveying and Landscape Architecture, PC (Matrix) is pleased to submit the following proposal to the Township of West Orange (Client). This proposal encompasses professional site remediation services as requested for the above-referenced property located (the Site). The proposed Scope of Services described below are based on the NJDEP requirements set forth in the Heating Oil Tank System Remediation Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:26F), Administrative Requirements for the Remediation of Contaminated Sites (ARRCS; N.J.A.C. 7:26C), the Technical Requirements for Site Remediation (TRSR; N.J.A.C. 7:26E), NJDEP Field Sampling Procedures Manual (FSPM, November 2022 edition), and applicable NJDEP guidance documents. INTRODUCTION During a 2017 geophysical investigation at the Site a previously unidentified underground storage tank (UST) was identified. The UST is located in the south-central portion of the lot and the anomaly identified during the geophysical investigation was measured to be approximately 6-feet by 10-feet in size, which indicates a potential 1,000-gallon UST. The size, structure, and contents of the UST were not confirmed and there is no available documentation as the UST does not appear to be registered with NJDEP. Based on the historical use of the site as a residence, the UST is assumed to have been used for heating purposes. A review of historical aerial photographs indicates a structure has not been present on the parcel since at least 1974. No staining was observed in the immediate area where the UST was identified. In April 2017 soil samples collected around the perimeter of the UST did not identify detections of Extractable Petroleum Hydrocarbons (EPH). However, as the UST is not currently in-use, the tank needs to be closed in accordance with NJDEP requirements. In
r of the UST did not identify detections of Extractable Petroleum Hydrocarbons (EPH). However, as the UST is not currently in-use, the tank needs to be closed in accordance with NJDEP requirements. In addition to the UST, the Site is located in area that is identified by the NJDEP as mapped historic fill. A review of available historical Sanborn® Maps showed that entirety of the Site was identified as Marsh Land. The potential presence of historic fill at the Site warrants further investigation.
SCOPE OF SERVICES The scope of services and associated fee is described in detail below: ITEM 1: UHOT CLOSURE ACTIVITIES Matrix will provide oversight activities of the unregulated heating oil tank (UHOT) removal and closure activities. For estimation purposes, it is assumed the closure activities will be completed in two (2) days. Matrix will retain a licensed tank removal contractor to properly decommission the UHOT in accordance with applicable regulations and NJDEP guidance documents. The UHOT will be uncovered, cleaned, removed, and set on poly sheeting for inspection by local official. Once inspection has been conducted, the UHOT will be properly disposed. For purposes of this proposal and based on the previous sampling results, it is assumed no impacted soil will be removed for off-site disposal. The UST excavation will be backfilled with clean overburden and approximately 15 tons of imported certified clean fill backfill material. Costs are also included for disposal of up to 500 gallons of oil and residuals by vacuum truck. Upon removal of the tank, Matrix will collect post-excavation soil samples for laboratory analysis, described below. If no groundwater is encountered, soil samples will be collected, every 5 feet, along the centerline of the tank invert (two samples). In addition, four sidewall samples will be collected from the excavation and placed on hold, pending the results of the centerline samples. If groundwater is encountered within the excavation, only the sidewall samples will be collected and will be automatically analyzed. All soil samples will be submitted for laboratory analysis for Category 2 extractable petroleum EPH with contingent analysis for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHS) on 25% of those samples were EPH is detected at a concentration above 100 milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg), pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:26E-2.1. For the purposes of this proposal, it is assumed that up to six (6) soil samples will be submitted for total EPH analysis and up to two (2) soil samples will be further analyzed for PAHs. All samples will be submitted for analysis to a NJDEP-certified laboratory on a standard turn-around time. Note: Based on the findings of the UHOT removals, further investigation and/or remediation may be warranted. This proposal does not include costs associated with additional investigation/remediation services. Estimated
findings of the UHOT removals, further investigation and/or remediation may be warranted. This proposal does not include costs associated with additional investigation/remediation services. Estimated Cost (Time and Material) Item 1 ITEM 2: $14,700.00 HISTORIC FILL EVALUATION In order to evaluate the potential presence of historic fill material at the Site, Matrix will install two test pits within the suspected historic fill area to a depth of two feet below the fill material to determine the vertical and general horizontal extent of the fill. Matrix will collect two soil samples (one from each test pit), in accordance with the NJDEP Historic Fill Material Technical Guidance document dated April 2013. One sample will be submitted for Target Analyte List (TAL) Metals and PAHs. The second sample will be analyzed for EPH and the full Target Compound List/Target Analyte List (TCL/TAL) analytical suite. For the purposes of this proposal, it is assumed the historic fill samples will be collected during the UST closure activities. Estimated Cost (Time and Material) Item 2: $3,400.00
ITEM 3: REPORTING Matrix will prepare a Remedial Action Report (RAR) in accordance with N.J.A.C. 7:26E-5.7. The report will document the field activities, results, findings and conclusions of the UHOT closure activities. The report will include laboratory reports, analytical summary tables, and maps that document the sample locations and results. Based on the findings of the remedial activities, recommendations will be provided for additional investigation and/or remedial action, if warranted. Matrix will also prepare the required UHOT System Remediation Form. On behalf of Client, Matrix will submit the UHOT form, RAR, and required $400 fee to the NJDEP. A separate summary report will be prepared for client detailing the findings from the historic fill evaluation. The summary letter will include data summary tables, a map depicting the sample locations, analytical summary tables, and recommendations to address the presence of historic fill at the Site, if necessary. Estimated Cost (Time and Material) Item 3: $14,600.00 Total Estimated Cost: $33,700.00 CLOSING Any item listed above which is not ordered will not be billed. Separate authorization from the client will be requested prior to commencing services outside the scope of this proposal. All reimbursable expenses including, but not limited to, application fees, laboratory testing costs, mylar copies, certified mailings, photographs, blueprints, and special deliveries are considered additional to the proposal items unless specifically noted within the scope of this proposal. The terms and conditions of this proposal are subject to the attached Matrix Terms and Conditions for Professional Services. A current Fee Schedule is also attached. This proposal is submitted solely and exclusively for the use of Ports America for consideration of the professional services of Matrix. Disclosure of this proposal’s content to any third party without prior written authorization from Matrix is expressly prohibited. In addition to the specific items as listed herein, the client may be required to demonstrate compliance with certain permit and approval conditions as may be imposed by one or more of the regulatory agencies. These conditions may require revisions to the plans and/or preparation of additional supporting documentation. This proposal does not include these additional items unless specifically outlined
ncies. These conditions may require revisions to the plans and/or preparation of additional supporting documentation. This proposal does not include these additional items unless specifically outlined within the scope of this proposal. PAYMENT SCHEDULE Payment shall be in accordance with the Charges, Billing, and Payment schedule outlined in the Terms and Conditions attached to this proposal unless prior written arrangements have been made with Matrix. Please indicate your acceptance of this proposal by signing in the space provided below and returning one copy to this office. Acceptance of this proposal signifies the clients’ understanding that Matrix will not be retained or asked to perform any services unless funding is secured and is available to pay all invoices within thirty (30) days. Receipt of the signed proposal shall be considered authorization to proceed with all items described within this agreement. Any items not intended to be authorized shall be clearly and specifically noted as such within the client's signed and returned proposal.
We thank you for the opportunity to submit this proposal. Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions or comments regarding the scope or fees as indicated at (973) 240-1800 or via email to amolnar@mnwe.com. Sincerely, Allison Molnar Project Manager Enclosures: Patrick J. Moore, LSRP Project Manager Matrix Terms and Conditions & Fee Schedule ACCEPTED BY NAME: Signature Print Name TITLE: COMPANY: DATE: The above signed represents that they have read and understand the attached Terms and Conditions and have the authority to enter into this agreement on behalf of the client named above. The above signed also acknowledges that this contract includes a Limitation of Liability Clause as part of the Terms and Conditions.
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