Planning Board

MINUTES PLANNING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 3, 2013 A regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Borough of Madison was held on the 3rd day of December 2013 at 7:30 P.M., in the Court Room, Hartley Dodge Memorial, 50 Kings Road, Madison, NJ. The meeting was called to order by Planning Board Chairman, Steve Tombalakian Mr. Tombalakian requested the reading of the Public Meeting Notice. Ms. Boardman read the following statement in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act. “Let the minutes reflect that adequate notice of this meeting has been provided in the following manner: At the reorganization meeting of the Board held on January 15, 2013, the Board by Resolution adopted a schedule of meetings. On January 16, 2013, a copy of the schedule of meetings was posted at the bulletin board at the entrance to the Hartley Dodge Memorial, was sent to the Madison Eagle and the Daily Record, and filed with the Borough Clerk all in accordance with the “Open Public Meetings Act”. The following roll call was recorded: Present: Michael Kopas, Steve Tombalakian, John Forte, Mayor Robert Conley, Peter Flemming, Tom Johnson. Jeff Gertler, Judy Mullins and Astri Baillie Excused: Frank Russo, Board Engineer Also Present: Vince Loughlin, Planning Board Attorney Susan Blickstein, Board Planner Frances Boardman, Board Secretary Approval of Minutes: Copies of the minutes of the October 1, 2013 regular meeting were distributed to all Board members for their review prior to this meeting. A motion to approve the minutes was made by Mr. Forte, seconded by Mr. Flemming. A voice vote of “aye” was heard by all eligible voting members and recorded. Comments by the Public: Mr. Tombalakian opened the floor to the public for anyone that wished to be heard on any matter not on this evening’s agenda. Seeing no one he closed that portion of the meeting. REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION ITEMS On referral from the Governing Body: RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION TO THE PLANNING BOARD OF A PROPOSED RESOLUTION DECLARING THE PROPERTY AT 39 GREEN VILLAGE ROAD (LOT 23, BLOCK 3001) AS AN AREA IN NEED OF REHABILITATION. Dr. Blickstein gave a brief introduction to the Board regarding the requirements of an area in need of rehabilitation. Dr. Blickstein stated that the Governing Body resolution met the criteria of Statute N.J.S.A.40A:12A-14. The Planning Board had no recommendations or modifications to the proposed Resolution and will advise Council to proceed with the adoption of Resolution R 324-2013. 1 Planning Board December 3, 2013 The Board with motion by Mrs. Mullins, second by Mr. Forte approved the referral from the Governing Body. The following role call was recorded: “Ayes” – Mayor Conley, Ms. Baillie, Mr. Flemming, Mr. Forte, Mr. Gertler, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Kopas, Mrs. Mullins and Mr. Tombalakian. NEW BUSINESS – None OLD BUSINESS - None PLANNING DISCUSION – Giralda Farms Dr. Susan Blickstein discussed the details of the subcommittee meetings that have been held regarding Giralda Farms Land Use Policy/Master Plan Amendment with the Board. The goal with this parcel is to recognize the unique environmental setting and design of the campus, while more effectively responding to future development opportunities. Dr. Blickstein has met with the stakeholders of the properties as a group and individually. Each of the five property owners has its own share of concerns. The subcommittee working on this matter will be reappointed, then reconvene in January to continue their discussions. A Master Plan review will be placed on the agenda for either February or March of 2014. The 2014 goals of the Madison Planning Board were discussed. These goals include the Green Village Road School property, Master Plan Amendments, the Rehabilitation of 39 Green Village Road, Giralda Farm property and Drew University. CORRESPONDENCE – None Since there was no further business to come before the Board, Mr. Tombalakian made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:15 P.M.; seconded by Mrs. Mullins. A voice vote of “aye” was heard by all members present and carried. Respectfully submitted, Frances Boardman Board Secretary 2