April 11, 2019

Kevin Malanga approached the podium and stated that he lives on Ridge Road. Mr. Malanga asked Mr. Linson if he would advise the applicant not to cut down two (2) of the trees near proposed building G for the purpose of making parking spaces in that location; he said that it is important to have those trees removed for site improvements. Soma Sinha approached the podium and stated that she lived on Sichel Court. Ms. Sinha asked Mr. Linson how many trees are being cut down; he said there are three hundred and forty one (341) existing trees on the site, one hundred and fifty two (152) are being removed and that three hundred and eighty three (383) will be existing on the site after construction. Linda Stiles approached the podium and stated that she lives on Jones Place. Ms. Stiles asked Mr. Linson to describe the difference between a major and minor tree; he complied. Sangeeta Badlani approached the podium and stated that she lives on Florence Place. Ms. Badlani asked Mr. Linson why he agreed to the removal of some trees; he said for economic reasons, Loren Svetvelas approached the podium and stated that he lives on Prospect Avenue. Mr. Svetvelas asked Mr. Linson how many of the new trees may not make it; he said with a tree maintenance plan in place they will survive. Alana Amaya approached the podium and stated that she lives at 12 Helen Avenue. Ms. Amaya asked Mr. Linson if the applicant was to increase the number of trees with new native trees, would that increase pollination; he said that there are several pollinator trees being planted and detailed those trees. There were no further questions for Mr. Linson. Chairman Neuer asked if any further members of the public had any comments. The following members of the public were sworn under oath and placed their comments on the record: Benjamin Robinson — Marion Drive Kevin Malanga — Ridge Road Lisa Brittan — Burnett Terrace Rosary Morelli — Ralph Road Carol Schlitt — 10 Overlook Avenue Sally Malanga — Ridge Road