August 7, 2019

Gregory B. Domalewski, PE, MidAlantic Engineering Partners, LLC was sworn in, stated his professional credentials, and was accepted by the Board to be a civil engineer licensed in the State of New Jersey. Referring to Exhibit A-3, Mr. Domalewski gave a brief capitulation of the proposed building; he cited all existing, required, and proposed area bulk standards. He stated the Redevelopment Area was comprised of 3.24 acres; the proposed site plan would utilize only 1.41 acres of the overall property. He stated the proposed improvements would be fully compliant with the approved Redevelopment Plan. He discussed density, grading, storm water management, lighting, and landscaping. He stated the property was not located in a flood zone. Mr. Domalewski concluded his testimony. The Board questioned Mr. Domalewski on his testimony. The Board and Mr. Domalewski discussed the proposed driveway entrance on to Mt. Pleasant Avenue; site triangles; directional signage; the number of proposed parking spaces; handicapped parking spaces; emergency vehicle access; and outdoor seating. Mr. Domalewski stated the distance between the existing senior housing building and the new building was approximately 55 feet. Ms. Williams voiced concern regarding the relocation of existing historic marker. Mr. Hess and Mr. Domalewski discussed required codes for fire line marking; the minimum number of required handicapped spaces for the new driveway parking area; the need for the plan to be submitted to Essex County Planning Board; impervious coverage; and storm water management. Mr. Grygiel and Mr. Domalewski discussed pedestrian accessibility and accommodation/storage racks for bicycles. In reply to question from Mr. Grygiel., Mr. Domalewski stated that he had not done tree removal calculations. Mr. Grygiel stated the Applicant coordinate the plan with the Township Forester. The Public Advocate and Public had no questions for Mr. Domalewski. Chairman Weston asked the Public if they had comments on the courtesy review presentation. The following members of the Public approached the lectern and were sworn in under oath: Robert Rashkes, 35 Oak Crest Road, West Orange There were no further comments from the Public. Chairman Weston closed the public hearing. The Board deliberated on the presentation. Chairman Weston stated that due to the time constraints associated with public

urther comments from the Public. Chairman Weston closed the public hearing. The Board deliberated on the presentation. Chairman Weston stated that due to the time constraints associated with public funding for the project, Mr. Dwyer had prepared a draft Resolution. He requested the Board vote on both the recommendation and resolution. Chairman Weston stated the Conceptual Site Plan was not inconsistent with the Township Master Plan. He stated he wanted to emphasize the following comment/recommendation on page 3 of the Resolution: “The Board reserves the right to review and make comments upon a complete set of Site Plan and Architectural drawings and supporting technical documents, once they are available and prior to building permit application and issuance. The project shall meet the requirements of the Library Redevelopment Plan dated June 10,