June 20, 2013

There were no further questions for Mr. Steck. Chairman Neuer asked if any members of the public wanted to comment. Robert Rashkes approached the podium and was sworn under oath. Mr. Rashkes stated that in 2010 a Township Ordinance was passed stipulating that the New Jersey Transit bus stop on Northfield Avenue was to be moved closer to the nursing home. He said that the bus stop has not been moved yet because he was told that the sidewalks are supposed to be installed first. Mr. Rashkes said that it is very difficult trying to walk there now, because he walks there all the time, and it is hard to maneuver especially for people in wheel chairs. Chairman Neuer asked if any other members of the public wanted to comment; seeing none the Chairman closed the hearing. Mr. Buechler suggested they strike the sidewalk from the application unless there is a Township Ordinance then they will comply. Ms. Beirne said that she could prepare the resolution and leave the sidewalk issue out. Mr. Buechler suggested that the Board not vote on the application tonight and carry it to the July 18, 2013 meeting until this issue is solved. Chairman Neuer said that the resident did not bring a copy of the Township Ordinance and it was his responsibility to do so. He said that he does not know if this Ordinance even exists. Mr. Sussman stated that the Planning Board resolution from September, 2010 includes adding sidewalks on the westerly front of the property. Mr. Williams stated that, if there is a Township Ordinance, they would have to comply anyway and they will. Mr. Buechler asked Ms. Beirne to email the Township Ordinance to the Board when she finds it and, if the Ordinance is applicable, the hearing will be re-opened. He said that this will be included in the resolution of approval. Chairman Neuer recommended that the Board approve the application subject to the following conditions: All items in Mr. Keller’s report dated 6/17/13 must be satisfied. All open items in Mr. Keller’s report dated 6/4/13 must be satisfied. All matters in Mr, Linson’s letter dated 5/30/13 must be satisfied. Approval subject to verification of the Township Ordinance, adopted by the Township Council, to install sidewalks along Northfield Avenue. If applicable the Board will reopen the hearing to allow the applicant to supply the Board with additional testimony. 12