July 18, 2013

Chairwoman Gabry announced that Mr. Merklinger has been appointed by the Township Council to sit on the Zoning Board of Adjustment as Alternate #2. SWEARING IN Consulting Engineer, Frank Russo and Consulting Planner for the Township, Paul Grygiel were sworn under oath. RESOLUTIONS 1. ZB-13-06/Stratford Manor Rehabilitation & Care Ctr. Approved 6/20/13 Block: 166,15; Lot: 7; Zone: OB-1 “D” variance for the expansion of a non conforming use and several “C” variances for an addition, increased parking and providing outdoor seating Ms. Beirne stated that the Board must make a decision regarding the applicant having to install the sidewalk in front of the facility on Northfield Avenue. Robert Williams, Esq., attorney for the applicant, approached the podium and stated that the applicant’s representatives met with the Township Forester, John Linson, who agreed that a modified version of the sidewaik can be installed. Mr. Williams said that, because Northfield Avenue is Essex County property, County approval is required. Mr. Williams stated that if the Municipal Engineer wants the sidewalks to be installed, the applicant will install them. There was discussion regarding the bus stop and Mr. Williams stated that if the bus stop is not going to be relocated then there is no reason to put a sidewalk in front of the applicant’s facility. Ms. Beirne stated that the Township Ordinance requiring the relocation of the bus stop does not mention the sidewalk. Mr. Russo stated that there is pedestrian use in front of this facility, He said that the only place that does not have sidewalks in that area is in front of Stratford Manor. Mr. Russo stated that the sidewalk should be installed there because it is a safety issue. Mr. Williams said that if the Board wants them to install the sidewalk and the County approves it, then they will comply. Chairwoman Gabry asked for a motion to amend the approval for the sidewalk. Mr. Neuer moved to amend the approval to require a sidewalk in the front portion of the Stratford Manor property on Northfield Avenue that is not covered with asphalt. Ms. Beirne stated that, subject to the Township Engineer and Essex County approval, the applicant will install a meandering sidewalk on Northfield Avenue and the Engineer will determine how wide it can be. Mr. Neuer accepted Ms. Beirne’s clarification as part of his motion. Mr, Steinhart

pplicant will install a meandering sidewalk on Northfield Avenue and the Engineer will determine how wide it can be. Mr. Neuer accepted Ms. Beirne’s clarification as part of his motion. Mr, Steinhart seconded the motion to amend to require installation of the sidewalk.