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21 ○ The existing separate driveway conflict point would be eliminated. ○ Crestmont’s driveway would align with the Oval Road intersection. ○ A single, signal-controlled intersection would replace multiple conflict points. ○ This would improve both safety and operational efficiency for all users. - Mr. Schkolnick asked about the steep slope of Crestmont’s existing exit driveway, which had previously been mentioned by Ms. Cancellaro. - Mr. Pehnke responded he did not know the exact grade percentage of the existing driveway. - He did know the proposed driveway grades because they were designed to comply with Essex County standards. - County standards require the driveway to approach the roadway relatively flat before transitioning to approximately an 8% grade farther into the site. - Mr. Pehnke introduced the specific roadway plan he was referencing: ○ Sheet 14 of 22 from the preliminary Eagle Rock Avenue roadway improvement plans. ○ Dated February 12, 2026. - Using that plan, he explained: ○ The existing driveway connects to Eagle Rock Avenue between the Pleasantdale Chateau driveway and Wakeman Street. ○ It descends continuously toward the roadway. ○ It connects near the inside of the roadway curve and just west of land previously donated to West Orange Township. - Mr. Pehnke testified that the existing driveway grade does not satisfy current Essex County standards. - The proposed driveway has been specifically designed to meet those standards. - Bringing the new roadway up at the proper grade required significant integration with Crestmont’s parking lot design. - Mr. Pehnke explained that the plan focuses on the Oval Road/Eagle Rock Avenue intersection and the new Crestmont Country Club driveway. - Confirmed that all roadway widening occurs on the south side of Eagle Rock Avenue, affecting the applicant's property (Crestmont Country Club). - No curb line changes are proposed adjacent to Essex Fells Country Club. - No curb line changes are proposed on Oval Road. - Approximately 12–13 feet of additional pavement will be added on the south side. - Behind the new curb, an 8–10-foot graded border area will be constructed: ○ Designed as a flat, walkable area ○ Improves maintenance ○ Preserves proper sight lines in accordance with NJDOT and Essex County standards ○ Characterized the roadway improvements as a substantial safety and operational enhancement for Eagle

es maintenance ○ Preserves proper sight lines in accordance with NJDOT and Essex County standards ○ Characterized the roadway improvements as a substantial safety and operational enhancement for Eagle Rock Avenue - Traffic safety benefits of the roadway improvements: ○ A dedicated left-turn lane onto Oval Road separates turning vehicles from through traffic. ○ This: ■ Prevents stopped left-turning vehicles from blocking through traffic. ■ Eliminates the need for motorists to maneuver around stopped vehicles. ■ Improves safety for both through traffic and drivers turning onto Oval Road. - New Crestmont driveway design: