October 28, 2013

Chairwoman Gabry asked the Board members if they had any comments. Mr. Merklinger stated that the site is vacant and that it is an excellent location for the fitness center. He recommended that the Board vote in favor of the application. Mr. Bullock said that this is an overall good application and is a good addition to the Essex Green Plaza. He said that he has some concerns regarding the lighting and the signage but supports it. Mr. Sussman said that he agrees with Mr. Bullock and thinks it is an overall good application. He said that the site is well suited for this use and it is consistent with a shopping center. Mr. Sussman said that he has some concerns with the lighting but he is satisfied and supports it. Ms. Weiss said that she agrees with her fellow Board members. She said that she normally hates large signs but realizes that it is necessary. Mr. Weiss said that if other Board members have a concern about the lighting they should bring it up and have the applicant address the concerns. She said that she is in support of the application. Mr. Quentzel said that the lighting should be consistent with the neighbors’ lighting and that he has no problem with the lights being on 24/7 because there are no neighbors to bother. He said that it is a great site for this use and he is in favor. Mr. Buechler said that the applicant met the criteria for the “C” and “D” variances but he recommends restrictions. He recommended that they limit deliveries between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Ms. Weiss stated that she is not in favor of putting a limit on the time of deliveries. Mr, Buechler said that this Board has done that before especially where a truck has limited space to drive through. Mr. Buechler said that before the Board does vote he would like to know that the exact hours of operation are; Mr. Regan said 5 a.m, to 12 am. Mr. Buechler said that there will be no food service on site, the transformer must be screened. according to PSE&G regulations and the lights turned off, or at least 1/3 of the lights turned off, by 12:30 am. He said that he recommends that they do not burn all night long in order to conserve energy. Mr. Buechler asked Mr. Grygiel if the chain link fence with slats in it is sufficient for around the dumpster; he said that was fine. Mr. Buechler stated that the applicant’s request to waive the digitizing fee for the plans

ygiel if the chain link fence with slats in it is sufficient for around the dumpster; he said that was fine. Mr. Buechler stated that the applicant’s request to waive the digitizing fee for the plans is approved per Mr. Grygiel, as long as they submit the final plans digitized according to the Township’s specifications. Mr. Buechler said that all of the revised plans must be submitted ten (10) days prior to the resolution being adopted at the December meeting. 10