February 7, 2013

showing the current and proposed view from Rooney Circle marked as Exhibit A-10 for identification. Mr. Kronk detailed the positive and negative criteria stating that the applicants are licensed FCC communication carriers who received a prior “D” Use variance in this area, based on their needs, and that they still have the same needs. He stated that this will benefit the general public and that there will be no detrimental impact to the area or visual impact to the area. Mr. Meese asked Mr. Kronk about the status of the PSE&G project. Mr. Kronk said that this is a phased project that has a two year time frame and said that PSE&G is right on schedule. Mr. Quentzel asked Mr. Kronk if this Board can expect to see any other temporary telecommunication facilities in town because of the PSE&G project; Mr. Kronk said this will be the only temporary site for T-Mobile. Chairman Neuer asked Mr. Kronk if he reviewed the memo from the Township’s Consulting Planner, Mr. Grygiel; Mr. Kronk replied yes. Chairman Neuer asked Mr. Kronk if he is in concurrence with the T-Mobile letter from Mr. Meese; Mr. Kronk replied yes. Mr. Merklinger said that Exhibit A-10 shows another tower in the photo and asked if there will be any conflict with these two towers; Mr. Kronk replied no. Mr. Merklinger asked if there will be any interference with the building that is near the proposed site because hand held communication devices are used in that building; Dan Collins approached and replied no. Mr. Steinhart asked what fiag size is being proposed; Mr. Kronk said the flag is 12’ x 18’. Mr, Steinhart asked Mr. Kronk if the flag size will have an impact on the noise because the condos are very close to the site; Mr. Kronk said the noise level rises because of the wind but that the noise from Route 280 is probably greater than the flag may produce. Ms. Gabry asked Mr, Kronk who will maintain the flag; Mr. Kronk said T-Mobile will maintain it. Mr. Merklinger asked what material the flag will be made of; Mr. Kronk said it will be a standard flag. Mr. Merklinger said the flag must be changed if it frays and said that a nylon flag would hold up better. Chairman Neuer asked Mr. Kronk how they will illuminate the flag at night; Mr. Cottrell approached and said that the light will be mounted at the bottom of the flag pole and directed upward, He also said the light will be shielded to

w they will illuminate the flag at night; Mr. Cottrell approached and said that the light will be mounted at the bottom of the flag pole and directed upward, He also said the light will be shielded to avoid conflict with motorists on Route 280 and Prospect Avenue.