March 11, 2025

Conference Meeting — March 11, 2025 The Conference meeting began at 6:33 p.m., the Municipal Clerk read the following statement: This is to inform the general public that this meeting is being held in compliance with Section 5 of the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, Public Law 1975. The notice for this meeting was emailed to the Star Ledger and the West Orange Chronicle on January 7, 2025 and published in the West Orange Chronicle on January 16, 2025, Roll Call - Councilwoman Casalino, Councilwoman Ghebremicael, Councilwoman Rudin Councilwoman Scarpa, Council President Krakoviak © Presentation: “Aging Well West Orange” Campaign — Olive Ross- Department of Senior Services © Proclamation: Diversity Art Gallery — Roosevelt Middle School Students Pledge of Allegiance Public Meeting March 11, 2025 The Public meeting began at 7:13 p.m., the Municipal Clerk read the following statement: This is to inform the general public that this meeting is being held in compliance with Section 5 of the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, Public Law 1975, The notice for this meeting was emailed to the Star Ledger and the West Orange Chronicle on January 7, 2025 and published in the West Orange Chronicle on January 16, 2025. Rol! Call - Councilwoman Casalino, Councilwoman Ghebremicael, Councilwoman Rudin. Councilwoman Scarpa, Council President Krakoviak Public Comment Joe Fagan-Public Information Officer Anthony Puglisi — Public Information Officer-Essex County Jay Wecht — Roosevelt Middle School-English Language Arts Teacher-Art Gallery Robert Ivker— Vice President, West Orange Board of Education- Leaf Blower Ord. Brent D. Scott — Nestro Road — Zoning Board Seith Weisleder — Howell Drive — Leaf Blower Ord,/Referendum Richard Leonardis — Pleasant Valley Way — Leaf Blower Ord. Joe Vena— Stone Drive — Leaf Blower Ord,/Referendum Joe Pannullo -- Essex Fells - West Essex Highlands Gustavo Pereira — Terrace Ave. - Leaf Blower Ord/Referendum Steve Rathe—Undercliff Terr. — Leaf Blower Ord, Pamela Beardsley — Edisonia Terr. — Upkeep of Lafayette Park. Tammy Williams — Buckingham Rd. — Upkeep of Lafayette Park/Leaf Blower Ord./Referendum Jobn Blanton — Forest Hill Road — Leaf Blower Ord.-Lafayette Park-Zoom Leonard Mitiello — E. McClellan Ave., Livingston, NJ — Leaf Blower Ord. There was no one else who wished to be heard, and the public comment portion of the

Road — Leaf Blower Ord.-Lafayette Park-Zoom Leonard Mitiello — E. McClellan Ave., Livingston, NJ — Leaf Blower Ord. There was no one else who wished to be heard, and the public comment portion of the agenda was closed. Bill List A motion was made by Councilwoman Rudin and seconded by Council President Krakoviak, the following non-escrow items were removed from the Bill list: Diana Powell McGovern

All members present voting “Aye.” QOrdinance(s) on Second and Final Reading Ord, 2891-25 An Ordinance Amending And Supplementing Chapter 2, Subsection 61, Pedestrian Safety Advisory Board Of The Revised General Ordinances Of The Township Of West Orange Establishing A Complete And Green Streets Advisory Committee And Creating A Complete And Green Streets Policy was taken up on second and final reading. All members present voting “Aye.” WHEREAS, safe, convenient, accessible, equitable, healthy, and environmentally and economically beneficial transportation for all users is a priority of the Township of West Orange and WHEREAS, Complete and Green Streets is a means to provide a comprehensive, integrated, connected multi-modal network of transportation options through planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of new and retrofit transportation facilities along the entire right-of-way for all roadway users of all ages and abilities; and. WHEREAS, The Township of West Orange established a Complete Streets Policy by adopting Resolution No. 13-02 executed by Planning Board Secretary on the 9" day of July 2013; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council wishes to amend and add to its Complete Streets policy with a new Complete and Green Streets Policy to allow for safe, accessible, and convenient travel, reducing serious injuries and fatalities for all users of the roadway; and WHEREAS, “all users” include motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, public transportation vehicles and their passengers, delivery trucks and movers of commercial goods, persons with disabilities, older adults, and residents of Priority Communities; and WHEREAS, Complete and Green Streets allows for multiple modes of travel, aside from personal automobiles, so that those who are unable to drive, who cannot afford a car, or choose to reduce their car usage may travel by transit, by bicycle, or on foot safely; and WHEREAS, Complete and Green Street policies support the goals of the Township of West Orange master plan and supporting elements; and WHEREAS, New Jersey is federally designated as a Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Focus State due to high numbers of pedestrian/bicycle-invoived fatalities, and New Jersey’s pedestrian fatality rate continues to significantly exceed the national average; and WHEREAS, traffic crashes are preventable and the only acceptable number of traffic

ed fatalities, and New Jersey’s pedestrian fatality rate continues to significantly exceed the national average; and WHEREAS, traffic crashes are preventable and the only acceptable number of traffic deaths for the Township of West Orange is zero; and WHEREAS, Complete Streets that incorporate sustainable Green Streets design elements, such as green stormwater infrastructure, traffic calming treatments, shade trees, and the use of recycled materials, protect and create a healthier natural and social environment, improve air and water quality, and reduce localized flooding; and WHEREAS, Complete and Green Streets implementation enhances access to local businesses, encourages reinvestment, increases property values and employment, and stimulates private investment, especially in retail districts, downtowns, and tourist areas; and | | i

c. Economic: Stimulate economic prosperity. d, Health: Increase physical activity and social connectivity with the goal of lowering the risk of obesity, reducing chronic disease and promoting wellness. e. Equity: Implement policies and distribute funding and other resources equitably and responsibly in all neighborhoods, particularly in Priority Communities; improve non-motor vehicle transportation systems. This section shall apply to all public and/or private transportation projects, including those using funds awarded by federal, state, regional, county, municipal, or any other public agency. This shall include new construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, restoration, repaving, rehabilitation, private development projects, and maintenance of highways, roads, and streets. The Mayor, and the Municipal Engineer and Planzer shall routinely work in coordination with each other and adjacent jurisdictions, and any relevant advisory committees/teams, to implement Complete and Green Streets and to ensure consistency with the Municipal Master Plan and Elements and any other existing Pedestrian/Bicycle/Multimodal Plans, Stormwater Management Plans, Pollution Prevention Plans, and Historic Preservation Plans. Within two years of the effective date of this Policy, the Council shall inventory and audit procedures, policies, plans, documents, training programs, performance measures and other guidance documents to be consistent with this policy. The purpose of this audit is to identify areas where tenets of this policy will need to be incorporated. This includes, but is not limited to, funding, planning, designing, operating, and maintaining transportation infrastructure. The Council will use this audit to incorporate this policy as updates to its procedures, plans, policies, etc. as they are scheduled. Transportation projects and Master and Capital Plans shall include, when appropriate, sustainable design elements, including, but not limited to: a, Green stormwater infrastructure practices b. Traffic calming c, Shade trees and other vegetation d. Rain gardens e. Bioswales f. Permeable pavements — including those made from recycled materials such as rubber, concrete, glass, and plastic, Transportation projects and Master and Capital Plans shall include, where appropriate, pedestrian and bicycle design elements and transit amenities, including but not

, concrete, glass, and plastic, Transportation projects and Master and Capital Plans shall include, where appropriate, pedestrian and bicycle design elements and transit amenities, including but not limited to: curb extensions, sidewalks, radar feedback signs, pedestrian countdown signals, pedestrian refuge islands, road diets, lane width reductions, chicanes, roundabouts, bike lanes, protected bike lanes, bike parking, lighting, wayfinding, seating, trash receptacles, transit amenities, etc. ‘The Council shall utilize the most current editions of guides, manuals, and best practices on street design, historic preservation, construction, operations, and maintenance that apply to bicycle, pedesirian, transit, stormwater and highway facilities. Ali manuals, standards, and guidelines shall be made publicly available online, The Mayor shall lead the implementation of this Policy and formally coordinate with the Director of Planning, Municipal Engineer, Economic Development Commission, Downtown West Orange Alliance, Public Works, Director of Health, etc, with advice and input from Planning Board, Zoning Board, Pedestrian Safety Advisory Board, Land Use Committee, Environmental Commission, etc, to set benchmarks to ensure the successful implementation of the Complete and Green Streets Policy including in Priority Communities consistent with Environmental Justice principals.

3. Other Indicators of Underserved and Adversely Impacted Populations: Female Head of Household with Children Persons with Limited English Proficiency Carless Households i Elderly Populations/Children. | Persons with Disabilities Hispanic Populations Other Ethnic Minorities Families in Poverty with Children Fe mS Eo oe Traffic Calming: The combination of mainly physical measures that reduce the negative effects of motor vehicle use, alter driver behavior, and improve conditions for non-motorized street users. Traffic calming objectives include: 1. Achieving slow speeds for motor vehicles Reducing collision frequency and severity Increasing the safety and the perception of safety for non-motorized users of the street(s) Reducing the need for police enforcement Enhancing the street environment (e.g., streetscaping) Encouraging water infiltration into the ground using Green Street stormwater infrastructure practices 7. Increasing access for all modes of transportation, and reducing cut-through motor vehicle traffic aykwy Transit Amenities: Include seating, shelter and shade, wayfinding signage, trash and recycling cans, lighting, route information, bike infrastructure (lockers, racks, fix-it stations, depots, bikeshare, etc.). Transportation Facility: A facility consisting of the means and equipment necessary for the movement of people or goods; any road, bridge, tunnel, overpass, ferry, airport, mass transit facility, vehicle parking facility, port facility or similar commercial facility used for the transportation of persons or goods together with any buildings, structures, parking areas, appurtenances, and other property needed to operate such facility; however, a commercial or retail use or enterprise not essential to the transportation of people or goods shall not be considered a transportation facility. Transportation Project: Any public and/or private land development, project, program, or practice that affects the transportation network or occurs in the public right-of-way, including any construction, reconstruction, retrofit, sigualization operations, resurfacing, restriping, rehabilitation, maintenance (excluding routine maintenance that does not change the roadway geometry or operations, such as mowing, sweeping, and spot repair), operations, alteration, and repair of any public street or roadway within a jurisdiction (including alleys,

s not change the roadway geometry or operations, such as mowing, sweeping, and spot repair), operations, alteration, and repair of any public street or roadway within a jurisdiction (including alleys, bridges, frontage roads, and other elements of the transporiation system), Public Participation 1. The Mayer shall establish a Complete and Green Streets Advisory Committee to help the Township of West Orange comply with the Complete and Green Streets Ordinance and to provide ongoing feedback to the Municipality related to the implementation of the Complete and Green Streets Ordinance. The Complete and Green Streets Advisory Committee shall consist of a broad group of stakeholders including: a. Municipal Elected Officials b. Law Enforcement

b. The exception is approved in writing by the Council, and the written approval is made publicly available. Program Reporting 1. The Land Use Board for Planning and Zoning shall establish benchmarks reflecting the ability of all users to travel safely and conveniently along highways, roads and streets. 2. Each such Land Use Board for Planning and Zoning shall also develop plans and set benchmarks to ensure the successful implementation of the Complete and Green Streets policy in Priority Communities consistent with Environmental Justice principals. On or before of each end of the fiscal year each such agency shall prepare an initial report to identify barriers, and propose solutions to successful implementation of the Complete and Green Streets policy including in Priority Communities. 3. Each such Land Use Board for Planning and Zoning shall assign appropriate responsibility to collect and monitor data under municipal jurisdiction, including in Priority Communities, to determine compliance with the Tewnship’s benchmarks. Benchmarks shall include but are not limited to: a. Mileage of new and existing bicycle infrastructure, including in Priority Communities (e.g., bicycle lanes, bike parking, paths, and boulevards) b. Linear feet (or mileage) of new and existing pedestrian infrastructure (¢.g., sidewalks, trails, transit amenities) ¢. Number of new and existing ADA-compliant infrastructure (e.g., curb ramps, pedestrian. buttons) d. Number of new and existing street trees e, Number of green street practices (e.g., rain gardens, bioswales, permeable pavement) f, Number of new and existing pedestrian and bicycle lighting improvements g. Bicycle and pedestrian counts h. Commute mode percentages (e.g., drive alone, carpool, transit, bicycle, walk) i, The number and percentage of designated transit stops accessible via sidewalks and curb ramps j. The number, locations, and causes of collisions, injuries, and fatalities by each mode of transportation k. The percentage of children walking or bicycling to school 4, All benchmarks established by the Township of West Orange shall be disaggregated by race/ethnicity, neighborhood, and vehicle ownership when feasible. 5. Each such Land Use Board for Planning and Zoning shall provide a report on an annual basis to the Council to allow them to evaluate implementation of the Complete Street policy. Each

hen feasible. 5. Each such Land Use Board for Planning and Zoning shall provide a report on an annual basis to the Council to allow them to evaluate implementation of the Complete Street policy. Each annual report shall include the data collected pursuant to Program Reporting, as well as a list of ongoing and completed transportation projects during that fiscal year. If any exceptions are applied to transportation projects pursuant to Exceptions to Complete and Green Streets Requirements herein, such projects and the relevant exceptions should be identified in the annual report. All benchmarks and reports shall be made publicly available online. Adoption of Complete and Green Streets Checklists 9