Borough of Florham Park
Planning Board
Work Session Meeting Minutes
February 27, 2012
The Work Session Meeting of the Borough of Florham Park Planning Board was called to
order on Monday evening, February 27, 2012 at 7:00p.m. in the Municipal Building
located at 111 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, New Jersey.
Members Present:
Mr. Michael DeAngelis - Chairman
Mr. Gary Feith
Mr. Joseph Guerin
Mr. Mark Taylor
Mr. Michael Cannilla – Vice Chairman
Mr. Charles Malone
Mrs. Jane Margulies
Mrs. Anne Maravic (2nd Alt)
Members Absent:
Mayor Scott Eveland
Mrs. Gina DeLuca (1st Alt)
Also Present:
Mr. Michael Sgaramella, Borough Engineer
Mr. Robert Michaels, Borough Planner
Mr. John Inglesino, Esq. Board Attorney
Statement of Adequate Notice:
Mr. DeAngelis, issued the following statement:
“I hereby announce and state that adequate notice of this meeting was provided by the
Secretary of this Board by preparing a notice, specifying the time, date and place of this
meeting; posting such notice on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building; filing said
notice with the Clerk of the Borough forwarding the notice to the Florham Park Eagle,
and forwarding, by mail and fax, the said notice to all persons on the request list, and
that said notice will be included in the minutes of this meeting. This action is in
accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-6, et seq., “Open Public Meeting Act.”
Site Plan Waivers:
1. Florham Park Fitness, LLC
187 Columbia Turnpike
Block 1901, Lot 2
Application # 12SPW-7
Change in tenancy
Applicant is seeking approval for a change in tenancy
Steven Azzolini, Esq. represented the applicant.
The space is the former Planet Gym location in Florham Village Shopping Center. The
applicant is opening the same kind of business. The name of the applicant is Vincent
LaRocca, 9 Howell Street, Whippany NJ.
There will be 2 employees in addition to Mr. LaRocca and his wife. The hours are from 5
a.m. to 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the weekends. The interior will be upgraded. A
2005 variance on this space allows 34 parking spaces.
Mr. LaRocca is working closely with Mr. Kruvant and the signage will be of the same
material as what is being used currently at the shopping center. Mr. Sgaramella stated
that the sign at the elevator is for 2 tenants and Mr. LaRocca is aware of that and Mr.
Kruvant will accommodate that.
Mr. Cannilla brought up the parking issue at that shopping center. Mr. LaRocca
responded that the nature of his business is that the peak hours are opposite of the
retailers. His busy times are from 5 a.m. to 6 a.m. and then after 7 p.m. in the evening.
Lunchtime is not considered peak time.
Mr. Cannilla also asked about the status of the lower level of CVS. Mr. DeAngelis noted
that the Board will need to be made aware of the total retail space at that shopping center
for the next application.
Mr. Sgaramella also stated that a C/O for the elevator project must be secured prior to the
gym opening.
Mr. LaRocca said that he is targeting a June 1st opening.
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Mr. Cannilla asked if lockers would be assigned. Mr. LaRocca stated that the lockers
would be used as “day use” lockers.
Mr. Michaels asked if he planned to hold organized classes. Mr. LaRocca said no, at this
point, the business is currently geared towards the individual looking to get in a daily
workout.
Mr. Michaels asked if he would be selling memberships and Mr. LaRocca stated that the
memberships would be monthly.
Mrs. Margulies asked if employees could park in the rear and Mr. LaRocca said that he
would encourage that.
Seeing no further questions, Chairman DeAngelis called for a motion.
Mr. Taylor made a motion to approve the site plan waiver, second by Mr. Guerin
Roll Call: On a roll call vote all members present and eligible voted to approve the site
plan waiver.
On a motion duly made and seconded the Work Session was adjourned at 7:25p.m.
February 27, 2012
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Board Secretary
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Borough of Florham Park
Planning Board
Regular Meeting Minutes
February 27, 2012
A Regular Meeting of the Borough of Florham Park Planning Board was called to order
on Monday evening February 27, 2012 at 7:25 p.m. in the Municipal Building, located at
111 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, New Jersey
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Call to Order.
Adequate notice has been given in accordance with the Sunshine Law.
Announcement – There will be no new testimony after 10:30 p.m.
Members Present:
Mr. Michael DeAngelis - Chairman
Mr. Gary Feith
Mr. Joseph Guerin
Mr. Mark Taylor
Mr. Michael Cannilla – Vice Chairman
Mr. Charles Malone
Mrs. Jane Margulies
Mrs. Anne Maravic (2nd Alt)
Members Absent:
Mayor Scott Eveland
Mrs. Gina DeLuca (1st Alt)
Also Present:
Mr. Michael Sgaramella, Borough Engineer
Mr. Robert Michaels, Borough Planner
Mr. John Inglesino, Esq. Board Attorney
Mr. Gordon Meth, Traffic Consultant
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Approval of minutes:
Approval of minutes from the February 13, 2012 meeting.
Mr. Guerin made a motion to approve the minutes, second by Mr. Taylor.
Roll: On a roll call vote all members present and eligible voted to approve the minutes.
Resolution of Approval:
4.
CBRE
(UBS)
500 Campus Drive
Block 1201, Lot 6
Application # 12SPW-4
Change in tenancy
Applicant is seeking approval for a change in tenancy
Mr. Taylor made a motion to approve the Resolution, second by Mr. Guerin
Roll: On a roll call vote all members present and eligible voted to approve.
5.
ME Clinic One, LLC
(Massage Envy)
184 Columbia Turnpike
Block 801, Lot 3
Application # 12SPW-5
Change in tenancy
Applicant is seeking approval for a change in tenancy
Mr. Guerin made a motion to approve the Resolution, second by Mr. Taylor
Roll: On a roll call vote all members present and eligible voted to approve.
6.
Alstan, Inc.
30A Vreeland Road
Block 302, Lot 1
Application # 12SPW-6
Change in tenancy
Applicant is seeking approval for a change in tenancy
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Mr. Malone made a motion to approve the Resolution, second by Mr. Guerin.
Roll: On a roll call vote all members present and eligible voted to approve.
Major SubDivision Continued:
7.
The Heights at Florham Park
23 & 25 Columbia Tpk
Block 2101, Lots 27 & 28
Application # 11MSD-2
Major Subdivision
Applicant is seeking approval for a major subdivision. Carried from the February 13,
2012 meeting without further notice.
Steven Geffner represented the applicant. He introduced the Letter of Interpretation
confirming that the wetlands located property are considered ordinary wetlands with a
50 foot buffer imposed on them. The exhibit was listed as A-2.
Michael Lanzafama testified to the trees near the gravel roadway stating that no trees
would be lost. However, they will need to remove 4 trees due to the water main
installation that were not accounted for. Of those 4 trees, 3 are already dead and the
other one is less than 10 inches. This will make the total trees to be removed at 513. He
stated that the arborist, Mr. Spanner, concurred with condition of the trees.
Mr. Sgaramella and Mr. Michaels had no questions.
Mr. Cannilla asked if the orange fencing will protect the drip line of the trees near the
gravel road.
Mr.Lanzafama stated that there would be root pruning done first. Mr. Lanzafama said
that there is a minimum of 8 feet from the roadway to the drip line of the trees.
Mr. Cannilla would like to see the details on the tree plan amended to identify the trees
that are in question and the size of the drip line.
Mr. Lanzafama stated that he will submit the amended plans as requested.
Mike Jones, 1 Driftway asked if the access road to the water tower would be removed.
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Mr. Taylor stated that it would not be removed and it will not change, although a request
was submitted by Carl Ganger to widen that access road. The road will remain
unchanged.
Mr. Jones asked who owns the trees and Mr. Taylor said that the applicant owns them.
Mr. Lanzafama stated that as the lots are developed, they would need to identify the
trees when the building permits are applied for.
Mr. DeAngelis suggested that Mr. Jones ask the Building Dept. to notify him when the
owner of the lot nearest to him comes in.
Mr. Spanner stated that Mr. Lanzafama’s testimony is correct and he is confident that the
trees in questions can be protected.
Mr. Michaels suggested that the engineer’s office immediately be notified in the event
that some tree damage occurs and Mr. Geffner agreed to that.
Mr. Malone asked if more trees can be planted in outer limits of each lot with in the
forested areas that exist.
Mr. Geffner said that they would re-forest that area, and also agreed to working with
each lot owner. They also plan to plant in the conservation area.
Mr. Cannilla also stated that they should try to dedicate more trees in all the forested
areas.
Mr. Sgaramella also suggested planting the conservation area and Mr. Lanzafama
agreed.
Mr. DeAngelis requested that to be written into the resolution.
Mr. Jones asked if there is a public plan as to where all of the trees are going.
Mr. Lanzafama stated that only the trees on the site would be identified.
Mr. Sgaramella said that the Environmental Commission would decide where the trees
that are in the tree bank will get planted.
Mr. Jones asked if it was 90 trees.
Mr. Lanzafama stated that information would be on the resubmitted plans.
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Mr. Geffner stated that the updated plans could be a condition of the resolution.
Mr. Taylor suggested that they make a motion to prepare a resolution of approval subject
to receiving the amended tree plan.
Mr. DeAngelis asked Mr. Geffner if he had anything further to present other than the resubmission of the plans.
Mr. Geffner stated that he did not.
Mr. Geffner asked how far in advance was needed to receive the plans for the resolution.
Mr. Inglesino asked if they can be ready in 10 days.
Mr. Taylor stated that they should be delivered by Wednesday, March 7th.
Mr. Inglesino stated that he will have a resolution ready by March 12th as long as the
plans are submitted by Wednesday.
Mr. Inglesino confirmed that it is to be ready for the March 12th meeting.
Mr. Lanzafama confirmed that he will amend the detail of the landscaping plan to
include the conservation areas and all on-site tree replacement will be documented as
well. He will identify the specific trees near the gravel roadway and their respective drip
lines. This will be submitted by March 7, 2012 so that it can be reviewed prior to
approval.
Mr. Taylor made a motion to have the Board attorney prepare a positive resolution for
the next meeting, second by Mr. Guerin.
Roll: On a roll call vote all members present and eligible voted to have a positive
resolution prepared.
Site Plan Application Continued:
8.
TD Bank & Florham Park Properties
177 Columbia Tpk
Block 1901, Lot 10
Application # 11SP-6
Amended site plan
Applicant is seeking approval for a bank and expansion of existing property. Carried
from the February 13, 2012 meeting without further notice.
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Brian Burns represented the applicant. He began with further testimony from the
architect, Jim Lolli, who was previously sworn in.
Mr. Lolli introduced exhibit A-20 through A-22, which is the most recent updated
rendering of the proposed building dated February 20, 2012.
Mr. Lolli stated that the building has now been enhanced with gabled roofs and dormers.
The storefront windows have been scaled down and there is now a brick mortar cable
added to the bottom of the building on all 4 sides. This has been done to make the
building appear in more the colonial style that was requested by the Board.
Mrs. Margulies asked if the columns were eliminated. Mr. Lolli stated that they were,
but they can put them back in, if so desired.
Mr. DeAngelis asked if the green stripe on the window awnings are meant to mimic the
green stripe on the building.
Mr. Lolli stated that this is the TD color palette and they are meant to complement each
other. This palette carries to the inside the building as well.
Mr. Burns discussed the signs on the building. The total square footage for the front of
the building is 34.44 square feet or about 3% of the façade. The signage area on the left
side is 1.6%. These totals are under what is permitted by code.
Mr. DeAngelis requested testimony as to why 2 signs are necessary on the front of the
building since it involves a variance.
Mr. Burns agreed to provide testimony and added that the total permitted signage is 122
square feet and they are using only 35 square feet. They are breaking that up so that it is
proportionate to the building size.
Board members still feel that it is unnecessary to have two signs on one side of the
building. They feel that no one will have trouble locating the bank and they will need to
be convinced that the excessive signage is needed.
Mr. Sgaramella asked Mr. Lolli if the new roof design still screens the mechanicals.
Mr Lolli stated that the tower will screen them except for a portion towards the rear of
the building. He added that they will lose some solar panels that amount to 4% of the
on-site power. But they are still generating 17% of their on-site power.
Mr. DeAngelis opened it up for public comment.
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Morris Hoover, Town Center Task Force commented that they would like the space
defined as tastefully as possible especially since it is so close to the Little Red
Schoolhouse. The TCTF agrees with the Board that the signing is superfluous. He also
added that the lighting must be redefined, but fellow member Mike Mehl, who is a
lighting expert will submit a formal response to that. Mr. Hoover also stated that they
are not comfortable with the bank entrance so close to the intersection.
David Wisotsky was recalled as a witness. He has been sworn in previously.
Mr. Burns asked him to introduce a new exhibit, A-23, Lighting Plan dated 2/27/12.
Since the Board does not yet have a copy of this exhibit, Mr. Cannilla requested that the
exhibit be discussed at the next meeting because he would like to have an opportunity to
review it.
Mr. Taylor agreed, adding that he wants the Town Center Task Force lighting expert
Mike Mehl and the engineer to review it as well.
Mr. Burns asked Mr. Wisotsky to discuss the changes without the exhibit.
The lighting plans now uses 17 light poles up from 11. It includes four 400 watt lights,
and thirteen 250 lights. It also meets New Jersey’s energy code for outdoors (ASHRAE).
Mr. Burns discussed the landscape comments submitted by the Town Center Task Force.
The TCTF does not agree with the plant species that are to be used around the building
because they are considered invasive. Mr. Burns stated that the plant palette that TD
Bank wants to use is their standard foundation plants that are located separate from
other garden beds. They have a rigorous maintenance program and they prefer to use
them.
Mr. Cannilla reminded Mr. Burns that the Board has not received amended drawings of
the configuration of the northern driveway.
Mr. Cannilla asked Mr. Wisotsky whether Roller Rink visitors will be able to make a left
turn when exiting the rink parking lot because it does not appear from the current
drawings that a left turn is possible.
Mr. Wisotsky stated that movement would be possible now that movement in one
driveway became one way and the island was shortened.
Mr. Cannilla reiterated the need for updated drawings.
Mr. Feith asked if the one driveway could be eliminated altogether but Mr. Wisotsky
stated that TD Bank wants the driveway to remain.
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Mr. Taylor asked what the other landscape items were that Mr. Burns was to respond to.
Mr. Burns agreed to changing the tree selection to Cornus Florida and yews to a deer
resistant variety.
Mr. DeAngelis asked the Town Center Task Force what their concern is with the
foundation plants because they are isolated.
Mr. Hoover said that TCTF member Carole Anderson should respond to that since she is
the certified landscape designer and Mr. DeAngelis said he would come back to that at
another time.
Mr. Richard Davidson, 147 Ridgedale Avenue, recommended that the bank should
consider deer resistant plantings since the deer visit the downtown area regularly and
destroy the landscaping.
Mr. Sgaramella asked if the location of the monument sign along Ridgedale Avenue still
requires a variance and Mr. Burns said that it does.
Mr. Cannilla wanted clarification that the sign is back far enough to satisfy our traffic
consultant.
Gordon Meth, traffic consultant stated that he did not receive a survey site plan, but he
feels that the site distance was met. Mr. Meth said that the site distance is 14.5 feet off of
the edged pavement and Mr. Wisotsky confirmed that the distance is 14.5 feet.
Mr. Burns stated that he is finished with his site plan testimony except for the testimony
on lighting and would like to turn the application testimony over to his co-counselor,
Rosemary Stone-Dougherty.
Frederick Meola, licensed engineer was sworn in and accepted as an expert professional.
Mr. Meola reviewed the changes to the original approval. The proposed expansion to the
existing building is now smaller at 61075 square feet. The proposed second building
facing Ridgedale Avenue has been eliminated and it is now only TD Bank. Parking is
much closer to compliant.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty stated that the combined project requires 111 parking spaces and
they can provide 105 parking spaces.
Mr. Meola stated the parking space requirement is based on the square footage of
building, TD Bank, and the archery range (6). The archery range was not previously
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included by any parking expert up to this point. The individual breakdown of the
parking is outlined on the Bohler plans.
Mr. Meola explained the relief that is being sought from the conditions of the 2006
approval.
 Condition 11 – 30 parking spots at the Elks Club. That is no longer needed.
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Condition 12 – long term lease with the Elks for the above.
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Condition 14 - window grill requirement for the entire project.
Amend to
include 2nd floor windows only.
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Condition 16 – sidewalk condition for the building that has been eliminated. Need
the condition to be eliminated as well.
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Also, a condition that restricted the use on the 2nd floor of the building that no
longer is on the plan.
There are no new variances needed for the existing building at the current time. The
project has received County approval.
Mr. Meola met with Chief Young of the Fire Dept and there are four points of concern:
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He wants a mountable curb on the island and that will be provided.
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He wants a Siamese fire stop connection with a red light on the side of the
building and that will be done.
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He asked if it was possible to add a second stairway down on the building and
that request is being looked at by the architect. It is not required by code.
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He asked if the building would be sprinklered but Ms. Stone-Dougherty must
defer that question to the next meeting.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty clarified the fact that the Campfield Garden site is now owned
by the Borough and the decision as to what will be permitted on that site is the
Borough’s. She did meet with the Garden Club and introduced the exhibits of what
revisions they have requested to be built if the Council permits.
Exhibit A-24 is the colorized version and A-25 is the black and white version.
The following revisions were requested by the Garden Club:
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The Y-split fork that was a sidewalk that cut through the park to be removed.
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The small masonry wall to remain.
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Notification of when work will begin so that plants can be tagged.
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All benches to be placed on one side of the walkway.
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Walkway connection to one of the parking spaces at TD bank so that they are
able to bring maintenance supplies into the site from their cars.
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Installation of a 24 inch metal fence along walkway. Ms. Stone-Dougherty
added that the Town Center Task Force has issues with that fence and the two
groups must come to an agreement. She will comply with this installation if
agreed on.
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Saving the yew bushes for the Garden Club to transplant to another location.
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Clock tower to remain.
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Installation of electrical outlets. One would be at the clock tower, and two
would be on 2 light fixtures that are proposed to be installed at or near the
park. These could be placed on timers.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty stated that the Applicant is willing to provide anything that
is agreed on and permitted by the Council as long as the cost ratio stays the same
as what was originally agreed to.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty introduced exhibit A-26, colorized rendering over
architectural plan view.
Mr. Meola explained the rendering of the building. The addition is 2 floors with
no basement. There is front door access on the Columbia Turnpike side as well as
off the parking lot. They are proposing up to 3 tenants.
The downstairs will have a brick front and the upstairs will be faced with a stucco
design. Window grills are installed upstairs.
The landscaping includes 4 trees spread throughout the front and side. There was
Board discussion as to where the best location of the trees should be.
The 3 foot wide grass strip has been replaced with river rock. This is due to the
salt and snow that will inevitably get plowed into that area and grass will not
survive. It will have plantings throughout it. There is an existing walkway that is
flush with Columbia Turnpike.
Mr. Sgaramella wants a 3 foot wide strip (either grass or river rock) between the
sidewalk and the roadway so that it meets with the same strip that is around the
Campfield Gardens corner.
There was discussion as to whether there should be one sidewalk or two, and
where it should be. Ms. Stone-Dougherty suggested that there would be one
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sidewalk, have it come out and cross over the entrance and meet the other, rather
than have two sidewalks back to back.
Mr. Sgaramella was agreeable to that.
Chairman DeAngelis suggested Mr. Meola speak with the client and make
changes accordingly.
Mr. Meola discussed the trash enclosure. Mr. Cannilla was concerned that the
hauler would not be able to navigate properly in the space provided if the
dumpster is large.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty stated that some tenants have independent haulers come in
for them. She will speak to the landlord again about whether the plan was shown
to their hauler.
The fire hydrant on Columbia turnpike will be upgraded and TD bank added a
second hydrant.
The architect will reprint the approved plans for the Board with the lighting
elevations on them.
Mr. Michaels asked if there will be a uniform sign plan and Ms. Stone-Dougherty
stated that they would all be similar and compatible with a goose neck style and
board with channel lettering on top.
Mr. Michaels confirmed that Ms. Stone-Dougherty added 6 parking spaces to the
105, making the total required at 111. That would be a variance for 6 spaces based
upon the demand of the archery range.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty explained the archery range. There are no set hours. It
operates on a key-pass system and most of the members are on the Olympic team.
The age range is from middle school to high school. It is used only in inclement
weather when the team cannot practice outside. The use is mainly on the
weekends.
Mr. Sgaramella asked if the range should leave, could the space become retail.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty stated they would need to come before the Board and that
there would be a major overhaul involved since the present space is simply
concrete walls.
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Mr. Cannilla is concerned that it would only be a change in tenancy if it were to
become retail and then there would be parking shortage.
Mr. Michaels stated that they are seeking a variance now for parking with the
archery range, and if it is stipulated only as archery, then that would exacerbate a
variance for parking.
Mr. Cannilla asked what the parking requirements are.
Mr. Michaels stated that the Bohler plans shows 89 spaces for the building, not
including the 6 extra for the archery range.
Mr. Sgaramella said the bank total is 16.
Mr. Cannilla stated that the building now needs 95 spaces and the parking lot
around the building only provides for 80. Fifteen people will be using the TD
bank lot.
Mr. Cannilla would like to see the two plans blended so that it is clear how
customers will comfortably navigate from site to site.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty agreed and will provide.
Mr. Cannilla had questions about the handicap accessibility at the building.
Mr. Meola stated that he will work with the architect to come up with a workable
solution to the sidewalk location and where it would tie into the inside of the
building and handicapped parking spot location.
Mr. Cannilla asked about the elevator.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty stated that they are not required under ADA to provide an
elevator, however, the landlord wants one.
Chairman DeAngelis requested a new plan blending both sites that incorporates
all of the changes.
Chairman DeAngelis asked for questions from the public.
Mike Prokop of the Town Center Task Force asked if the sidewalk around the
garden would be TCTF all the way around and if they have a water source.
Mr. Sgaramella said that it would be and they do have a water source.
Mr. Prokop asked about the lighting around Campfield Gardens.
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Mr. Taylor asked that Mike be provided with the renderings.
Mr. Prokop wants to be sure that all lighting conforms to the TCTF standards.
Ms. Stone-Dougherty said that the all the lighting will match the original
approved plans by the TCTF.
Mr. Prokop stated that he would like Mike Mehl of the TCTF to review the
lighting plan for TD Bank.
Mr. Burns agreed to speaking with Mike Mehl.
Mr. Taylor stated that we should be provided with a new lighting plan with detail
by March 7th so there is time to review before the March 12th meeting.
Mr. Guerin made a motion to carry the application to the March 12, 2012 meeting
without further notice, second by Mr. Taylor.
Roll: On a roll call vote all members present and eligible voted to carry the application.
Amended Site Plan Application:
9.
128 Columbia Turnpike, LLC
128 Columbia Turnpike
Block 905, Lot 35
Application # 12SP-1
Amended site plan
Applicant is seeking approval for a child care facility.
Brian Burns represented the applicant. He gave a brief history of the approvals for
this property. This application is a proposal for a portion of the building to be
occupied by a child care facility.
Christopher G. Commarota, Vice President of Construction, Kiddie Academy,
Abingdon, MD was sworn in and accepted as a witness.
Mr. Commarota stated that the maximum number of children in the facility would
be 116. There would be 15 staff members and three admin. The hours are from
7am to 6:30 pm, Monday through Friday. There are no weekend activities.
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Parents are given a PIN to access the facility. All children must be escorted into
and out of the building. The drop off is from 7 am – 9:30 am. Pick up is between
330pm – 6:30pm. It typically takes a parent 7-10 minutes to drop the child off and
10-12 minutes for pick-up.
Mr. Cammarota projects that a maximum of 8 parents in any 10 minute interval
would be there at the same time for pick-up/drop off. Fifteen parking spots would
be sufficient for that purpose.
The daycare facility is subject to licensing by the State of New Jersey, DYFS.
On average, this daycare facility would be operating at approximately 60% of
capacity.
Deliveries would be mostly food, every other week by a van. Milk delivery is
every other day.
Occasionally, there would be an open house held on a Saturday. Graduation
would be one day, once class, and held during the day.
Chairman DeAngelis asked how many franchises there are in the country.
Mr. Cammarota stated there are 98 operating, 50 under construction. There are
several locations in New Jersey.
Gordon Meth, traffic consultant, stated there is one operating in East Hanover.
Mr. Inglesino asked if there were any special needs children enrolled in the
academy locations
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Mr. Cammarota stated there are in some academies.
Mr. Inglesino asked if that would increase the staffing and Mr. Cammarota stated
that it might.
Mr. Cammarota stated that as enrollment increases, they would have more staff.
They do not start with 15 staff members.
Chairman DeAngelis asked about the requirements of the franchisee.
Mr. Cammarota stated that they would go through an extensive interview process
and meet with the leadership team at corporate headquarters.
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Mr. Sgaramella asked how the milk gets delivered and Mr. Cammarota said that it
would be a van.
Mr. Michaels asked if the 15 staff members were full time or part time and the
ages of the children.
Mr. Cammarota stated that when the facility is at full capacity, it would be 15 staff
member. As children leave for the day, the staff is sent home. The age range is
from 6 months to 12 years. They have before and after care for school age
children. There would be a shuttle bus that would take the children to school.
They offer a kindergarten program that is developed by Kiddie Academy, but is
not a replacement for the State kindergarten curriculum.
Mr. Feith asked if there were medical certifications needed by staff.
Mr. Cammarota stated that they need to be trained in CPR but there is no nursing
requirement as per DYFS.
Mr. Cannilla asked if the staff requirements stated were State minimum
requirements and if the franchisee chose to add more, he could and Mr.
Cammorata stated that was correct.
Mr. Cammorata stated there are no limits on what the tuition would be.
Mr. Cannilla asked what the total maximum population for the under 2 ½ age
group.
Mr. Cammorata stated there the maximum would be 20 infants, 12 toddlers, and
10 two year olds.
Mr. Cannilla asked for the fire requirements and structural requirements since the
building was intended for office use.
Mr. Burns stated that they would provide that and the architect would testify.
Chairman DeAngelis asked if the franchisee would be introduced and Mr. Burns
stated that he would.
Mr. Feith asked for more information on the drop off procedures and Mr.
Cammorata explained that parents must fill the roster sheet for each child.
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Chairman DeAngelis asked if there were any other questions. Seeing none, he
asked for a motion to carry the application to March 12, 2012.
Mr. Guerin made a motion to carry the application to the March 12, 2012 meeting
without further notice, second by Mr. Taylor.
Roll: On a roll call vote all members present and eligible voted to carry the application.\
On a motion duly made and seconded the meeting was adjourned at 10:50 p.m.
Marlene Rawson
Board Secretary
PB 2/27/12
February 27, 2012
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