January 6, 2025

Pending Matters/New Matters/Council Discussion a. ABC Hearing Date(s) — 364 Valley Road b. Resolution - Islamophobia and Anti-Arab Racism Council President Krakoviak read the following statement into the record: Speaking as Council President for the new 2025 Council, I believe Councilmembers understand and fully support the law and customs of our country, society and community that prohibit and abhor all forms discrimination, period. No caveats, no conditions — in all cases and for everyone. I believe we all agree that we must treat each other as equals, with love, respect and justice — just as we want to be treated and just as our Constitution and laws provide. As human beings, we are all different and will differ. As we seek solutions to these disagreements, we should always keep our principles of equality, respect, tolerance, and justice foremost in our words and actions — both for ourselves and for those with whom we disagree. I believe the people of West Orange should be certain and confident that their Councilmembers do not and will not tolerate discrimination of any kind, that we should oppose discrimination wherever it raises its ugly head -- and that we always will. And speaking for myself, I believe these types of resolutions are unnecessary once we have firmly established and proclaimed our opposition to discrimination of every kind. Therefore, I believe it is best for our community to focus on our own issues, challenges and future that we as the governing body can address through solutions that have a significant impact on making West Orange an even better place to live, visit and do business. That is our goal and focus going forward, and I ask that you join us in this effort. c. Resolution Authorizing A Property Appraisal Of Mt. Pleasant Forest At Ridge Road For Potential Purchase By Green Acres/Open Space Trust Fund On motion made by Councilwoman Rudin and seconded by Councilwoman Scarpa, a motion was made to include a resolution on the next Council agenda requesting that a 3" appraisal be done for this property. All members present voting “Aye.” d. Changes to § 3-3.1 Rules of the Council with changes of meeting hours, scheduling, and Conference Agenda intended to encourage public participation and input, as well as clarity On motion made by Councilwoman Rudin and seconded by Councilwoman Scarpa, a motion was made to amend and

and Conference Agenda intended to encourage public participation and input, as well as clarity On motion made by Councilwoman Rudin and seconded by Councilwoman Scarpa, a motion was made to amend and include the above referenced Ordinance on the next Council agenda on first reading. All members present voting “Aye.” Changes to § 2-47.2 Environmental Commission membership and leadership positions to reflect the input and diversity of council members On motion made by Councilwoman Rudin and seconded by Councilwoman Scarpa, a motion was made to amend and include the above referenced Ordinance on the next Council agenda on first reading. All members present voting “Aye.” e. Changes to § 2-57.2 Open Space and Recreation Commission membership to reflect the input and diversity of council members