August 3, 2011

APPLICATIONS PB-11-15C/County of Essex/Turtle Back Zoo Block: 163; Lot: 1; Zone: B-2 560 Northfield Avenue, Turtle Back Zoo Courtesy site plan for Sea Lion and Touch Tank Exhibit EXHIBITS A-1: Rendered Site Plan Context A-2: Rendered Site Plan A-3: Lower Level Floor Plan A-4; West Elevation Exterior A-5: North Elevation Exterior A-6: Section Elevation DISCUSSION Mr. Eben asked to be recused from this part of the meeting due to his affiliation with Michael Hanrahan, AIA, who is the President of AIANJ. Mr. Eben is an AIANI Regional Director; he sits on the ALANJ Board with Mr. Hanrahan, Mark L. Fleder, Esq. of the Roseland law firm Connell Foley was sworn in. Mr. Fleder introduced himself as the attorney representing Essex County for the Turtle Back Zoo application, Mr. Fleder said the application was part of the zoo’s larger Master Plan. Mr. Fleder said that two architects from Clarke Caton Hintz, the firm hired by Essex County to design the new exhibit, were present as experts and confirmed they were licensed architects. Mr. George Hibbs, AIA, of Clarke Caton Hintz was sworn in. Mr. Michael Hanrahan, AIA, of Clarke Caton Hintz was sworn in. Mr. Hibbs and Mr. Hanrahan introduced themselves and stated their qualification. Chairman Bagoff accepted Mr. Hibbs and Mr. Hanrahan as experts. Mr.Hibbs began his testimony by stating that the uew exhibit was different from any other exhibit currently at the zoo, and would be taking the zoo to the next level. Referring to Exhibit A-1, Rendered Site Plan Context, he described the exterior of the exhibit. Mr. Hibbs said that the exhibit would be centrally lacated; it would be the first thing visitors see when entering the zoo. Mr. Hibbs described the exterior appearance of the exhibit. Referring to Exhibit A-2, Rendered Site Plan, he said the overall theme of the building would reflect a Northwest California coastal motif. This theme would be reflected in the landscaping and building architecture, aud the dock-like structure. Mr. Hibbs said the building would be divided in to two sections. There would be a low wall to accommodate pedestrian interaction with the exhibit. There will be viewing windows to see the sea lions from an underwater vantage point. ‘The sea lion exhibit will have a zero elevation pool and beach with heated rocks. The exterior dock feature will allow presentations to visitors by zoo

he sea lions from an underwater vantage point. ‘The sea lion exhibit will have a zero elevation pool and beach with heated rocks. The exterior dock feature will allow presentations to visitors by zoo veterinarians and docents. The pool itself will be constructed as zero depth to 10 feet. ‘The interior and exterior of the exhibit will be 100% handicap accessible. Mr. Hibbs said the second half of the building would be for back of house functions including extensive mechanical systems, life support systems and water changing systems. Referring to the bottom of the plan, Mr. Hibbs discussed the front door of the building. He said that the exterior facade reinforces all the esthetics of a water themed exhibit. NAPLANNING.BRD\WP\MINUTES\201 118-3-11 Minutes.doe 9/15/2011/3:53:24 PM