March 4, 2015

Vice Chairman Weston said the last Applicant provided extensive analysis of the structure and testified the tower was at 99% capacity, he asked Mr. Schwartz to confirm his testimony that the structure was currently at 90% capacity. Mr. Schwartz said he did know the contents of the previous report (to make a comparison). However, it was his experience there was quite a bit of reserve load on the tower. He was on the tower site that day; it appeared that some antennas listed on the (August 26, 2014) report might have been removed; it was his opinion the capacity was currently at 75%. Referring to the Site Plan Tower Elevation, Sheet A-2 dated July 26, 2012; and the Structural Analysis Report dated August 26, 2014, Mr. Grygiel asked about the elevations; he said there were discrepancies of the number of antennas listed on the two reports. After reviewing both reports; Mr. Schwartz said he concurred; the Structural Analysis Report indicated the antennas at 115 feet; 5 feet higher than shown on the Site Plan Tower Elevation. Vice Chairman Weston and Mr. Grygiel discussed the importance for accuracy in reports and plans submitted to the Board. Mr. Jenkins stated that as a condition of approval the Applicant would agree to resolve any discrepancy on the submission of final plans. Councilwoman McCartney asked if the five feet difference in the placement of the antennas would structurally affect the wind/ice load on the tower; Mr. Schwartz said it would create a greater “moment”, which meant the greater the height, the higher the wind effect; however, he was comfortable the tower would be able to sustain the antennas. Mr. Grygiel said Mr. Schwartz had described the high-speed communications technology the antennas facilitated. He asked Mr. Schwartz to identify the end-user of this type of technology; and to discuss what was it about the location of West Orange that made the installation of the technology appealing. Mr. Schwarz said that West Orange was in a very interesting location; the tower was at the top of a high hill with clear view to numerous other tower locations. West Orange was a hub to multiple other sites. Mr. Russo, the Public Advocate and the Public had no questions for Mr. Schwartz. Mr. Dwyer advised the Board that commercial antennas were a conditional use; he suggested the Applicant provide testimony regarding undue concentration. Vice Chairman

d no questions for Mr. Schwartz. Mr. Dwyer advised the Board that commercial antennas were a conditional use; he suggested the Applicant provide testimony regarding undue concentration. Vice Chairman Weston concurred; he requested Mr. Schwartz discuss the visual impact of the existing and proposed antennas to the surrounding area. Mr. Schwartz stated the tower had been on the site for quite some time; its sole purpose and intent was to support communications antennas; it was his opinion there was no an concentration of antennas in the area. The Board deliberated on the Application. Conditions: 1 The Applicant shall comply with all applicable Township, County, State and Federal laws, ordinances, regulations and directives, including without limitation, obtaining all applicable local, state and federal approvals and/or permits. Without limitation of the foregoing, prior to the signing of the approved site plans, and prior to the commencement of any land disturbance or construction, the Applicant shall submit to this Board, with a copy to the Board Engineer, proof that it has obtained all required governmental approvals.