Township of Fredon
Planning Board Meeting Minutes

MEMBERS PRESENT:       Rusnock, Prommel, Rome, Richardson, Palombi, Miller, Green, McCaffrey

MEMBERS ABSENT:         Boland, Thonnerieux, Woolen,
 

Chairman Green called the meeting to order at 7:00 P. M. with the statement
that this meeting is in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Public Law 1975,
Chapter 231, Sections 4 and 13, as advertised by Annual Notice.  If the applicant is a
partnership or corporation, there must be representation by an attorney.  No new
applications will be heard after 9:30 P. M.  No new testimony will be heard after
10:30 P.M.

Mr. Green invited all present to participate in the salute to the flag.

MINUTES
Mr. Richardson moved acceptance of the minutes for the September 29, 2010 meeting as posted and waived reading.  Mr. McCaffrey second.  Roll call vote: In favor, Rome, Richardson, Palombi, Miller, Green, McCaffrey. Opposed, none.  So moved.

CORRESPONDENCE
As shown on the attached agenda.

RESOLUTIONS
Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, Application # 359, Block 2005, Lot 9, Minor Subdivision Approval Subject to Certain Conditions
Mr. Richardson moved to approve the Resolution approving Minor Subdivision Approval Subject to Certain Conditions. Mr. McCaffrey second. Roll call vote: In favor, Rome, Prommel, Palombi, Miller, Green, McCaffrey. Opposed: none. So moved.

HEARING OF NEW CASES
None

HEARING OF ADJOURNED CASES
None

ADJOURNED CASES
None

OTHER BUSINESS
None

LIAISON REPORTS
Township Committee
Mr. Richardson reported that out of a total of $740,525, approximately $637,000 went towards the schools.

Zoning Board
The ZB will be interviewing Philip Sappio at their next meeting, in hopes to fill the vacant spot on the Board.

Environmental Commission
Mr. Palombi handed out an email letter from ‘Stop the Lines’ regarding the PSE&G towers. He also informed the board that Sally Gibson has resigned from the Environmental Committee. They will look to fill this vacancy.
 
 

There being no further business before the Board, Mr. Richardson made a motion to adjourn at 7:07 P. M.  Mr. Miller second. All in favor.  So moved.
 

Respectfully submitted,
 

Lori Schutte
Planning Board Secretary

MEMBERS PRESENT:       Rome, Rusnock, Richardson, Prommel, Palombi, Thonnerieux, Boland, McCaffrey

MEMBERS ABSENT:         Woolen, Miller, Green,

ALSO PRESENT:                Lyn Aaroe, Esq.
                                                David Simmons, P.E., L.S.
 
Mr. Rusnock assumed the Chair in the absence of the Chairman and Vice Chairman.

  Mr. Rusnock called the meeting to order at 7:08 P. M. with the statement
  that this meeting is in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Public Law 1975,
Chapter 231, Sections 4 and 13, as advertised by Annual Notice.  If the applicant is a
partnership or corporation, there must be representation by an attorney.  No new
applications will be heard after 9:30 P. M.  No new testimony will be heard after
10:30 P.M.

Mr. Rusnock invited all present to participate in the salute to the flag.

MINUTES
Mr. Rome moved acceptance of the minutes for the October 18, 2010 meeting as posted and waived reading.  Mr. McCaffrey second.  Roll call vote: In favor, Rome, Richardson, Prommel, Palombi, McCaffrey, Rusnock. Opposed, none.  So moved.

CORRESPONDENCE
As shown on the attached agenda.

RESOLUTIONS
Fredon Township School, Preliminary and Final Site Plan, Block 1801, Lot 1
Mr. Richardson made a MOTION to grant Preliminary and Final Approvals to Site Plan Review of Application No. 358, Fredon Township School District, Block 1801, Lot 1. Mr. Rome second. Roll call vote: In favor: Rome, Richardson, Palombi, Thonnerieux, McCaffrey. Opposed: None. So moved.

HEARING OF NEW CASES
Michael Giordano, Minor Subdivision, Block 404, Lot 26.05
Mr. Aaroe gave an overview of the history of the application and determination of Judge Bonzoneli’s ruling.
Richard Clark, Esq., spoke of how both parties, after the decision was made, sought to arrive at a settlement. He further explained that the applicant went from three lots to two lots. There was a determination by the DEP on the front lot that a house could be built.

Dave Simmons read his report dated November 11, 2010 into the record.

Mr. Rusnock opened the floor to public discussion.

Jonathon King, 19 Van Horn Road and owner of lot 26.07, voiced his concern and asked that the new home be protected by a fence or tree line. He also asked why the home cannot be accessed from Anderson Hill Road. It was answered that the DEP will not allow it due to the wetland constraints. Mr. King was also concerned that the existing driveway will be damaged during construction. It was suggested to Mr. King that photo (s) be taken and added that it would be the responsibility of the adjoining property owner to fix any damage done.
The applicant shall pursue in diligent good faith a common driveway agreement.
 

Mr. Clark spoke that the improvements will come when building permits are submitted. He explained that on the front lot, the house can be moved as long as the
65 ft. setback is maintained. He then referred to the Driveway Plan Map and agreed to the driveway access on the back lot as shown. He added that if there is any change it can be pursued at a later date. Mr. Clark agreed to grant a 5 year period of approval for variance.

Mr. Richardson made a MOTION to grant a variance for a front yard setback to 65 ft. and a constraint free requirement for Block 404, Lot 26.08. Roll call vote: In favor: Rome, Richardson, Prommel, Palombi, Thonnerieux, Boland, McCaffrey, Rusnock. Opposed: None. So moved.

Mr. Richardson made a MOTION to grant driveway waivers, as per Mr. Simmons report. Mr. Palombi second. Roll call vote: In favor: Rome, Richardson, Prommel, Palombi, Boland, McCaffrey, Rusnock. Opposed: Thonnerieux. So moved

Mr. Richardson made a MOTION to settle the Giordano litigation. Mr. Palombi second. Roll call vote: In favor: Rome, Richardson, Prommel, Palombi, Thonnerieux. Boland, McCaffrey, Rusnock. Opposed: None. So moved

HEARING OF ADJOURNED CASES
None

ADJOURNED CASES
None

OTHER BUSINESS
Zoning Ordinances
At the Planning Board meeting held on November 15, 2010, Mr. Rusnock made a MOTION to report that the Planning Board finds that the ordinances are in consistence with the Master Plan and recommends that the Township Committee adopt the ordinances on the Second Reading. Mr. Richardson second. Roll call vote: In favor: Rome, Richardson, Prommel, Palombi, Thonnerieux, Boland, McCaffrey, Rusnock. Opposed: None. So moved.

Mr. Richardson spoke that Penelope Althoff, Ph. D., Consulting Geologist, needs to be added to the professional team that will be meeting on December 8, 2010 regarding Martin/DEP. Mr. Richardson made a MOTION to employ Penelope Althoff for professional geological services at the rate of $150 per hour and as an expert witness and all work after 5 PM, including travel at a rate of $200 per hour. Mr. Rome second. Roll call vote: In favor: Rome, Richardson, Prommel, Palombi, Thonnerieux, Boland, McCaffrey, Opposed: None. So moved.

At this time Mr. McCaffrey requested Executive Session regarding zoning changes on his property. Mr. Aaroe advised that this not be done in Executive Session, rather in public session. Mr. McCaffrey spoke that his property, which is currently AR6, will fall in the R4. He added that he has a problem with the fact that under the proposed R4 and R6, a Bed & Breakfast is not permitted as a conditional use. He would like to see the R4 amended to include other uses. Mr. Aaroe explained that Mr. McCaffrey has the right to have continued use as is.

LIAISON REPORTS
Township Committee
Mr. Richardson spoke about bills and recent tax sales.
 
 
 
 

Zoning Board
Mr. Boland reported that G&S Associates (Fredon House) was granted Use variance approval, Expansion of a Nonconforming Use and Site Plan approval.

Environmental Commission
Mr. Palombi reported that the meeting was cancelled- no report.

There being no further business before the Board, Mr. Richardson made a motion to adjourn at 9:30 P. M.  Mr. Rusnock second. All in favor.  So moved.
 

Respectfully submitted,
Lori Schutte
Planning Board Secretary