November 17, 2011

Ms. Weiss asked Mr. Devre how long he has lived there and he replied twelve years. Mr. Devre stated that in those twelve years he has not noticed any difference at 8am or 2:30pm. He stated that there is always a traffic jam in front of his house at those times. Mr. Devre also stated that it is his opinion that the new traffic plan, that allows buses to enter on Gregory Avenue, will make the traffic worse and not better. Prathamesh Devre approached the podium and was sworn under oath. He stated that his concern is the traffic on Ardmore Road and Linden Avenue due to people parking there. Mr. Devre said that this may alleviate the traffic on Gregory Avenue but not those streets and in the end it will be the same. He also stated that in ten years, if they do have 300 students, there will be a much bigger problem than there is today. Mr. Devre stated that he thinks that Mr. Maltz did not do a thorough traffic study. He said that he can take pictures of the traffic lined up along Gregory Avenue, at the driveway entrance, all the way to Northfield Avenue every day. Mr. Devre stated that Mr. Maltz’s statistics are way off and there are 20-25 cars lined up in front of his house every day. Mr.Grossman stated that the flow of traffic is the concern of the neighbors and it is essential for this Board to make it a condition that there is supervision during pickup and drop-off of students. He also stated that he recommends that this application is approved. Mr. Vena approached and made his statement as to why the Board should approve this application. He stated that the variances they requested have been satisfied within the requirements of the Land Use Act and there is no detriment. Mr. Vena stated that the neighbor’s biggest concern is the traffic and that they should consider the plan presented today is a much better way to operate pickup and drop-off of students. Mr. Vena stated that there has always been a school at this location and that anyone who moved there knew that and knew what comes along with a school being there. He stated that the noise on Ardmore Road will be reduced because the playground will not be there and the buses will not be backing up to make a k-turn to exit from that driveway. Mr. Vena stated that if the bus drivers do not follow the no idling law that they will get ticketed. He said that his project will enhance the life situation of the

k-turn to exit from that driveway. Mr. Vena stated that if the bus drivers do not follow the no idling law that they will get ticketed. He said that his project will enhance the life situation of the people who live in the neighborhood. Mr. Vena said that the applicant will agree to every condition that the Board imposes. Ms. Weiss stated that this application, with its new plan, is a better situation and she is favor of it. She stated that it is important to have two parking directors during drop off and dismissal to make sure the children in the neighborhood are safe. Chairman Neuer commented by saying that school staff members do not have jurisdiction if they are offsite. Ms. Weiss clarified by saying that they need two parking directors onsite. She also said that the school should let the parents of the students know exactly what the neighbor’s problems and concerns were. Mr. Steinhart stated that the function of this Board is a balancing act. He said that the Board members are also members of society and the community and a school is part of that also. Mr. Steinhart said that he understands the neighbor’s concerns because he also lives near a school and he avoids driving near it during pick up and drop off times. He advised the neighbors to 11