Township Council Meeting — Packet

111-25 AGREEMENT FOR COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE TAX APPEALS THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into on this 22nd day of April, 2025 by and between the TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE, a municipal corporation of the State of New Jersey, located at Town Hall, 66 Main Street, West Orange, County of Essex and State of New Jersey, hereinafter called the “TOWNSHIP,” party of the first part, and BLAU & BLAU, Attorneys at Law of the State of New Jersey, located at 223 Mountain Avenue, Springfield, New Jersey 07081, hereinafter referred to as “COUNSEL,” party of the second part. WITNESSETH THAT: WHEREAS, the Governing Body of the Township has determined that it is in the best interests of the Township to retain the services of Special Counsel to represent the Township in connection with commercial real estate tax appeals on a flat fee basis; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises, terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. The Township hereby retains the services of Blau & Blau, as Special Counsel to assist the Township in connection with commercial real estate tax appeals for the period January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025 at a flat rate of $6,000 per month for the first forty (40) cases filed in 2025 and each additional case at a rate of $1,500 per case. There will be an hourly rate of $150 per hour for trials, including pre-trial preparation and post-trial work. 2. COUNSEL will not seek reimbursement for its routine costs and expenses such as postage, copying, mileage, meals, parking, or delivery of documents. 3. COUNSEL may seek reimbursement for extraordinary expenses such as the cost of deposing adverse witnesses, transcripts or hiring experts. Counsel will not incur any such expenses without the approval of the Township Attorney.

4. COUNSEL’S responsibilities shall include all pre-trial preparation, discovery and trial, to the extent necessary, for all commercial real estate tax appeals pending or commenced in the Tax Court of New Jersey against the Township. Counsel’s responsibilities do not include preparation or appearance for matters pending or commenced at the County Board of Taxation. 5. COUNSEL shall coordinate all efforts with the Tax Assessor and keep the Tax Assessor and Township Attorney fully apprised concerning all matters. 6. Prosecution of Appeals for the Township (Reverse Appeals). COUNSEL shall have the right to file tax appeals for the Township on a contingent fee basis of one-third of the money obtained for the Township from cases filed during the term of the contract. COUNSEL will be responsible for all costs associated with filing the affirmative appeals including but not limited to: A) Filing fees; B) Appraisal fees: C) Copying, postage, delivery services, preparation of trial exhibits, etc. It is contemplated that COUNSEL will recommend appeals on properties and will not be obligated to file an appeal unless it believes the property is substantially under-assessed. It is contemplated that COUNSEL will recommend settlement of the Affirmative Appeals from time to time as COUNSEL may deem appropriate. In the event that the Township refuses to accept COUNSEL’s recommendation to settle a matter, the Township shall be responsible for payment of the contingent fee based upon the recommendation and reimbursement of COUNSEL’s actual out of pocket expenses related to that Affirmative Appeal. 7. COUNSEL recognizes that any and all approval for engagement of services must come from the Governing Body of the Township, and that no services, work or any efforts 2 4812-2524-8993, v. 1

relative to the contract shall be commenced until the Governing Body passes a duly authorized Resolution accompanied by a Certificate of Funds. 8. COUNSEL is hereby placed on notice that the Billing Guidelines of the Township shall apply to this agreement for professional services. COUNSEL is further noticed that no Department Head, individual member of the Governing Body, or any agent, servant or employee of the Township possesses any lawful authority to: (a) engage the rendition of services or the performance of work; (b) authorize the continuation of services or work beyond the amount specifically approved in the Resolution and Certificate of Funds; or to (c) represent that future funds will be available as compensation for current services. Any such acts shall be deemed ultra vires and beyond the scope of any authority that individual may possess. No bills, statement or vouchers for any amount exceeding that originally approved will be honored or paid by the Township, irrespective of whether such services were actually performed. 9. During the term of this agreement, COUNSEL shall maintain professional liability malpractice insurance coverage with an insurance company licensed and authorized to do business in the State of New Jersey with coverage not less than $1,000,000. COUNSEL shall provide the Township Attorney and Municipal Clerk with proof of a valid certificate of insurance listing the TOWNSHIP as a certificate holder. To the extent that this insurance coverage is scheduled to lapse at any time before the end of the contract, COUNSEL shall provide proof of renewal or new insurance coverage no later than thirty (30) days before the termination of the current coverage. 10. The provisions of this agreement are subject to the limitations of provisions of the New Jersey Tort Claim Act, N.J.S.A. 59:2-1 et seq., and the New Jersey Contractual Liability Act, N.J.S.A. 59:13-1 et seq. 3 4812-2524-8993, v. 1

11. This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey without regard to principles of conflict of laws. All contract claims under this agreement shall be subject to and governed by the provisions of the New Jersey Contractual Liability Act (N.J.S.A. 59:13-1 et seq. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have set their hands and seals the day and year first above written. TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE ATTEST: By: KAREN J. CARNEVALE, R.M.C SUSAN McCARTNEY, MAYOR BLAU & BLAU WITNESS: By: CHARLES E. BLAU, ESQ. For the Firm 4 4812-2524-8993, v. 1

114-25 April 22, 2025 RESOLUTION APPROVING GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG ABUSE FISCAL GRANT CYCLE July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 WHEREAS, the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse established the Municipal Alliances for the Prevention of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse in 1989 to educate and engage residents, local government and law enforcement officials, schools, nonprofit organizations, the faith community, parents, youth and other allies in efforts to prevent alcoholism and drug abuse in communities throughout New Jersey; and WHEREAS, The Township Council of the Township of West Orange, County of Essex, State of New Jersey recognizes that the abuse of alcohol and drugs is a serious problem in our society amongst persons of all ages; and therefore, has an established Municipal Alliance Committee; and, WHEREAS, the Township Council further recognizes that it is incumbent upon not only public officials but upon the entire community to take action to prevent such abuses in our community; and, WHEREAS, the Township Council has applied for funding to the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse through the County of Essex. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township of West Orange, County of Essex, State of New Jersey hereby recognizes the following: 1. The Township Council does hereby authorize submission of a strategic plan for the FY2026 Municipal Alliance grant for fiscal year 2026 in the amount of: GCADA GRANT FUND $25,350.00 Cash Match $6,337.50

In-Kind $19,012.50 2. The Township Council acknowledges the terms and conditions for administering the Municipal Alliance grant, including the administrative compliance and audit requirements. and be it further RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall be made available in the Clerk’s Office for reasonable inspection in accordance with applicable law. ________________________________ Karen J. Carnevale, R.M.C. Township Clerk Joe Krakoviak Council President Adopted: April 22, 2025 I hereby approve of the terms and conditions for administering the Municipal Alliance Grant and Audit Requirements and the form of this resolution. Susan McCartney Mayor, Township of West Orange

115-25 April 22, 2025 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, on February 21, 2023, the Township of West Orange (the “Township”) awarded resolution 52-23 for Armed/Unarmed Security Officers of Municipal Court Security (“Municipal Court Security Services”) for two years with an option to extend one year; and WHEREAS, the Municipal Court is satisfied with the current vendor Custom Protection Services (“CPS”) and current vendor has agreed to extend the contract for the additional year for $40.00 per hour per armed security officer and $27.00 per hour per unarmed security officer; and WHEREAS, the bid from CPS with its principal offices at 355 Lexington Avenue, Suite 501, New York, NY 10017 constitutes the lowest responsible bid for the proposed bid for Municipal Court Security Services; and NOW, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of West Orange that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to enter in agreement to retain CPS to provide Municipal Court Security Services to the Township on the terms and conditions set forth in the original bid with a not to exceed amount of $50,076.00. Karen J. Carnevale, R.M.C. Municipal Clerk Joe Krakoviak Council President Adopted: April 22, 2025 I hereby certify funds are available from: Account No. John C. Ditinyak, Chief Financial Officer

ARMED/UNARMED SECURITY OFFICERS FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE MUNICIPAL COURT Submitted By: Custom Protective Services LLC Submission Date: February 3, 2023

BIDDER’S CHECK LIST Mandatory Items Business Registration Certification Statement of Ownership Affirmative Action Compliance Notice Prohibited Russia-Belarus Activities & Iran Investment Activities Non-Collusion Affidavit Proposal Form Acknowledgement of Addenda Political Contribution Form Bid Deposit (10% of bid not to exceed $20,000.00) required KK IdINYAS Ns Please provide one additional copy of entire bid package which can be on a usb/flash stick. 12[Page

NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY DIVISION OF REVENUE AND ENTERPRISE SERVICES CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION CUSTOM PROTECTIVE SERVICES OF NY LLC 0450233680 The above-named FOREIGN LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY was duly filed in accordance with New Jersey State Law on 01/19/2018 and was assigned identification number 0450233680. Following are the articles that constitute its original certificate. 1. Name: CUSTOM PROTECTIVE SERVICES OF NY LLC 2. Registered Agent: ROBERT WISE 3. Registered Office: 19 TWIN HILL DRIVE WILLINGBORO, NEW JERSEY 08046 4. Business Purpose: PROVIDE SECURITY GUARD SERVICES 5. Incorporated Under the Laws of: NEW YORK ON 12/05/2017 6. Effective Date of this filing is: 01/19/2018 7. Main Business Address: 355 LEXINGTON AVE, 4TH FLOOR NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10017 Signatures: JOHN CUTTER AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my Official Seal 19th day of January, 2018 Bhtsh Show Elizabeth Maher Muoio Acting State Treasurer Certificate Number : 4046752800 Verify this certificate online at eps: /hwwrw.state.n.us/TYTR_StandingCertlISP/Verify_Certjop Page 1 of 1