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Minutes · Dec 13, 2018

December 13, 2018

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can speak about. Mr. Van Wyk asked Mr. Szura if, in his opinion, there are any other ways to create more greenspace in the shopping center making it more attractive; he said no. Mr. Szura said he is confident that the design being proposed will make the site much more attractive than it is today. Kevin Malanga approached the podium and stated that he lives at 57 Ridge Road. Mr. Malanga asked Mr. Szura what criteria he uses for choosing the plants for this project; he said that they refer to the Township ordinance and use their professional judgement and training based on the architectural effects that they are looking for based on the seasons of the year. Mr. Malanga asked Mr. Szura if they consider the plants they choose as a food source or a habitat for the birds and bees; he said that the plants that they have chosen have fruit and seeds and will provide some level of habitat and a food source. Mr. Malanga asked Mr. Szura if there are any plans for green walls at the site; he said no. Mr. Malanga asked Mr. Szura what time of the year they will be transplanting the trees; he said during a period when they are dormant. Vice Chairman Neuer noted the time was 10:58 pm and the Zoning Board meetings end promptly at 11:00 pm. Vice Chairman Neuer stated for the record that this application will be carried over to the next Zoning Board meeting to be held on 12/20/18 and no further notice will be required Vice Chairman Neuer stated that they will continue with Mr. Szura who will be available for questions from the public and the Board. The meeting was adjourned by at 11:03 pm. Adopted: December 20, 2018 VUE Jef ia Y Wa Rose DeSena Zoning Board Secretary

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