October 3, 2018

Referring to Exhibit A-4, he described the exiting lighting and landscape conditions. He stated proposed improvements would include the more of the exact type of existing light fixtures. He stated there would be a total of eleven (11) [sic] removed; five (5) major trees would be planted in Parking Lot “F”, and three (3) trees were to be planted at the building addition. Referring to the Bowman Consulting memorandum dated September 28, 2018; Mr. Petry stated the Applicant had no problem with the Board Engineer’s comments. He stated most of the comments had already been incorporated in to the Applicant’s construction documents, and he was working with the Township Engineer to resolve any outstanding issues. Mr. Williams stated the Applicant would accommodate the comments listed in the Bowman Consulting memorandum. Mr. Petry concluded his engineering testimony. The Board questioned Mr. Petry. In response to questions from Council President McCartney, Mr. Petry stated twelve (12) trees would be removed; twelve (12) trees would be planted. He stated there were a (currently) a total of 718 parking spaces, with a requirement of 654 parking space; in the proposed condition there would be a requirement of 690 parking spaces. The proposal included the addition of 36 new parking spaces for a total of 754 parking spaces. In response to questions from Mr. Wegner, Mr. Petry stated the overflow Parking Lot “F” was the most remote from the building facility; Parking Lot “E” was the closest to proposed addition. Mr. Petry stated if Parking Lot “E” were expanded, it would create a good deal of disturbance in the steep slope. . Mr. Petry stated that Parking Lot “F” was mostly utilized when there was an event at the Conference Center; there was no place other than on-site for overflow parking. Mr. Petry stated there was more than ample handicap parking next to the building. In response to question from Mr. McPherson, Mr. Petry stated the Kessler Foundation would be the only entity using the proposed lab and office space. In response to questions from Mr. Giurintano, Mr. Petry stated the Applicant would also be required to obtain approval from Essex County and Hudson-Essex-Passaic Soil Conservation District. The Public Advocate and Public had no questions for Mr. Petry. In response to question from Mr. Dwyer, Mr Petry confirmed the footprint of the Conference Center would

aic Soil Conservation District. The Public Advocate and Public had no questions for Mr. Petry. In response to question from Mr. Dwyer, Mr Petry confirmed the footprint of the Conference Center would remain the same. Walter J. Kneis, AIA, NK Architects, approached the podium, stated his professional credentials, and was accepted by the Board to be a New Jersey licensed architect. Referring to Exhibit A-5, explained the basis of the proposed facility expansion. He stated the proposal included the addition of approximately 11,300 square feet to the existing building; the addition would add 5,651 square feet per floor. The second floor would consist of laboratory spaces, storage spaces and restrooms. Referring to Exhibit A-6, he stated the 8