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Packet · Aug 12, 2025

Township Council Meeting — Packet

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS Professional Planning services at CME are complimented with expert knowledge and utilization of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as an integrated component of the planning process. Our Planning Division is responsible for all GIS data creation, analysis, and incorporation into a wide array of reports, plans, maps, and database systems. GIS services provided include: Parcel Map Preparation Environmental Constraints Analysis Aerial Photography Land Use Mapping Utility Mapping Open Space & Farmland Preservation Maps Municipal Tax Maps & Parcel Based Maps Zoning Maps Geographic Positioning System (GPS) Data Acquisition and Analysis Drug-Free Zone Mapping Circulation & Transportation Planning Street Maps Full Color Master Plans GIS Training for Municipal Clients

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GEOTECHNICAL The Geotechnical Services Division at CME Associates is primarily involved in foundation engineering, subsurface explorations, geotechnical evaluations, soil/rock mechanics, and the preparation of reports providing recommendations for foundation design and guidelines for earthwork. Our geotechnical capabilities include: Geotechnical Engineering Consultation Environmental and Hydrogeologic Consultation Environmental Site Assessments & Audits Ground Water Contamination Studies Hydrogeologic Studies Environmental Cleanup Projects Computer Groundwater Modeling On-site Wastewater Treatment & Disposal Systems Underground Storage Tank Management Closure Plan Development Management of Existing & New Tank Installations Soil & Ground Water Investigations & Remediation Discharge Investigation Corrective Action Report (DICAR) Subsurface Explorations Geophysical Instruments Ground Water Wells & Piezometer Installations Field and Laboratory Testing Geotechnical Field Testing Geotechnical Laboratory Testing Soil and Groundwater Sampling Soil and Groundwater Testing Field Monitoring Services Health and Safety Program

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HYDRAULICS AND STORM DRAINAGE At CME Associates we recognize the need for stormwater management that is attentive to the aesthetics of the community and that addresses both the preservation of public space and of private property. Our designs range from local drainage improvements to large-scale flood control projects, including: Highway, Roadway, Park & Site Drainage and Stormwater Management Design Hydraulic Bridge & Culvert Design Storm Sewer System Design Detention & Infiltration Basin Design Water Quality Systems Design Flood Control Design Flood Control Grant Applications & Administration Hydrologic & Hydraulic Stream Studies Hydrologic & Hydraulic Dam Studies & Design Athletic Field Underdrain Systems Design Pedestrian & Bikeway Bridge Design Stream Cleaning & Restoration Design Shoreline Protection Design Lake & Pond Design, Dredging and Restoration Municipal Stormwater Regulations Program Compliance Municipal Planning & Zoning Board Project Reviews

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LAND SURVEYING The Land Surveying Department at CME Associates provides surveying support to the various other departments within CME and to our public/ private clients. CME provides a wide array of surveying services to State, County and local Municipal clients, as well as clients within the Environmental and Construction industries. CME Associates applies modern technology and instrumentation to meet the scheduling, budgeting, and accuracy needs of our clients. Land Surveying services include: Topographic Mapping Establishing Horizontal & Vertical Controls Utility Surveys As-Built Surveys Construction Stake Out Boundary Surveys Title Surveys Engineering Surveys Green Acres Surveys Farmland Preservation Surveys Hydrographic Surveying Riparian Surveys ROW Surveys Route Surveys Monitoring Well Surveys Surveys of Contaminated Waste Sites OSHA Certified – Hazwoper GPS Surveys GPS/GIS Data Collection Tax Map Maintenance Tax Map Creation Descriptions of Real Property, Voting Districts, Easements, Fee Acquisitions Geodetic Surveying Hazardous Waste Surveys Control Surveys

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LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AND FORESTRY The Landscape Architecture and Forestry Department at CME Associates provides environmental design, site plan development and municipal forestry consulting services for various land development and municipal clients. Wetland mitigation, existing tree preservation, planting design, and park / recreational development projects all benefit from the expertise of Licensed Landscape Architect and Certified Tree Experts. Additional services provided include: LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Conceptual Layout & Design of: Commercial, Residential and Industrial Site Plans Subdivisions Recreation & Park Facilities Overall Landscape Designs Storm Water Management Planting Design Wetland Mitigation / Remediation Detailed Planting Plans Area & Accent Lighting Presentation Plans / Color Rendering FORESTRY Land Use Board Responsibilities Tree Removal Review and Permitting Community Forestry Management Plans Hazard Tree Surveys and Tree Inventories Municipal Shade Tree Commission Consulting Landscape Inspections for Tree Preservation Landscape Inspections for Bond Release Grants and Tree City USA Municipal Arbor Day Activities Ordinance Preparation for Tree Protection and Removal

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PARKS AND RECREATION CME Associates has significant experience in the design and construction of a wide array of parks and recreational facilities, and has received numerous awards in recognition thereof. The Parks and Recreation Group performs feasibility studies, conceptual planning, and preliminary and final designs; prepares drawings, bid documents, and permit applications; and also performs construction administration and field observation services. The following list highlights the types of projects carried out by the Parks and Recreation Group: Park and Recreation Facilities Design Recreation Master Plans Athletic Field Rehabilitation Synthetic Turf Fields Recreation Facilities and Inclusive Playgrounds Pedestrian Walkways / Bikepaths Athletic Field Lighting Track & Field Facilities Design Recreation Feasibility Studies ADA Facilities Design Waterfront Park Design Skating Rinks Municipal Park Rehabilitation Site Planning Irrigation Systems Skate Parks Trails

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PLANNING/AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/LAND USE PERMITTING Professional Planning services provided by CME Associates range from redevelopment planning, affordable housing consulting, and master planning to Planning and Zoning Board consultation. These efforts include comprehensive report writing and high-level Geographic Information Systems (GIS) services. CME’s personal service sets us apart from our competition. Our professionals specialize in the following planning services: Comprehensive Planning Master Plans and Master Plan Re-Examinations Land Use Plan Housing Element and Fair Share Plan Open Space and Recreation Plan Circulation Plan and Parking Studies Utility Service Plan Community Facilities Plan Conservation Plan Economic Plan Historic Preservation Plan Farmland Preservation Plan Green Buildings and Sustainability Plan Public Access Plan Transit Village Plan Climate Vulnerability Assessment Build-Out/Capacity Analysis Zoning Land Use Rezoning Studies Zoning Ordinance and Amendments Site Plan and Design Standards Planning and Zoning Board Representation Redevelopment Area in Need of Redevelopment and Rehabilitation Studies Redevelopment Plans and Rehabilitation Plans Site Design and Concept Plans Main Street and Central Business District Plan Streetscape Design Plan Housing Fair Share Plans Affordable Housing Administration Rehabilitation Programs Grant Writing Green Acres Grant Submission USDOT Grant Submission

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REDEVELOPMENT CME Associates has significant redevelopment planning experience and the processes associated therewith. Our professionals are experts in preparing legally defensible studies to determine the needs for redevelopment, and have written numerous redevelopment plans. Our experience and expertise in the redevelopment process includes: Site Identification & Development Investigation Site Remediation Studies / Oversight NJDEP Brownfields Applications & Grant Applications Grayfield Redevelopment (Blighted Commercial Areas) Infill Redevelopment Planning Multi-Modal Transportation & Transit Planning and Engineering Requests for Qualifications Preparation Evaluation Negotiations Redevelopment Agreements Funding – Public/Private Ordinance Development Inclusionary Area Determinations Engineering Design Constraints Environmental Considerations Infrastructure Studies Off-Tract Improvements Permit Requirements Site/Subdivision Review for Compliance Site Parameters Utilities Environmental Considerations Infrastructure Solid Waste / Recycling

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SITE DEVELOPMENT/ CIVIL ENGINEERING CME Associates and its staff have over fifty (50) years of experience in providing Site Development Services to private developers / redevelopers, non-profit agencies, and government entities. The firm has represented both the public and private sectors on a wide range of projects from inception to completion of construction. Some of the Professional Site Development Services provided by CME Associates include the following: Presentation to, or Representation of Planning Boards & Boards of Adjustment Technical Reports & Plans Litigation Support Lot Yield Analysis Minor / Major Subdivisions Preliminary & Final Major Site Plans County & Municipal Road Widening Plans Water Distribution Systems Potable Water Master Plans Wastewater Master Plans Sanitary Sewer Collection Systems Sanitary Sewer Pumping Stations Individual Subsurface Sewage Disposal Systems Soil Erosion & Sediment Control Plans Stormwater Management Plans NJDEP Permitting Environmental Impact Statements Permit Application Packages

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STRUCTURAL The Structural Department of CME Associates provides: structural engineering reviews of site development submittals for the Municipal Engineering Department; provides structural engineering consultation and sub-consulting services on commercial and joint venture projects; and performs bridge, sign support, and masthead lighting design and inspection services. The following list highlights a portion of the services provided: Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Structure Designs Foundation Design for Elevated Water Tank Structures Feasibility Evaluations Building Design Building Condition Surveys Design of Structural Repair and Rehabilitation Work Bridge & Culvert Design Design of Waterfront Structures Inspection of Bridges, Sign Supports Section & High Mast Lighting Foundations Retaining Wall & Earthen Embankment Designs Structure Condition Surveys Slope Stability Design Structural Evaluation & Design Design of Building Structures & Site Structures Evaluation & Design of Dam Structures

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