Planning Board

MINUTES PLANNING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING DECEMBER 3, 2019 A regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Borough of Madison was held on the 3rd day of December 2019 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, Mr. 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, 2019, the Board by Resolution adopted a schedule of meetings. On January 16, 2019, a copy of the schedule of meetings will be posted at the bulletin board at the entrance to the Hartley Dodge Memorial, 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: Astri Baillie, John Forte, Tom Lewis, Ann Huber, Rachel Ehrlich, George Limbach and Steve Tombalakian Excused: Mayor Conley, Peter Flemming and Frank Russo, Assistant Borough Engineer Absent: None Also Present: Vince Loughlin, Planning Board Attorney Susan Blickstein, Board Planner Frances Boardman, Board Secretary Approval of Minutes: Copies of the minutes of the November 12, 2019 rescheduled regular meeting were distributed to all Board members for their review prior to this meeting. A motion to approve the minutes as presented was made by Ms. Huber, seconded by Mr. Lewis. 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 none, that portion of the meeting was closed. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION – CASE NO. P 18-007 Resolution granting the Six Month Extension of Approval for Minor Subdivision with Variances to Amalgamated & Consolidated, LLC located at 49 Park Avenue Commonly known on the Borough of Madison Tax map as Block: 1101, Lot: 7 for adoption. The draft resolution was sent to the applicant’s Attorney, Mr. Paul Mitchell, Esq., as well as the Board members and Professionals for review prior to this evening’s meeting. 1 Planning Board December 3, 2019 Mr. Tombalakian asked the Board if they had any further comments or questions concerning the resolution. Mr. Tombalakian asked for a motion to approve the resolution this evening, a motion was made by Ms. Baillie, seconded by Ms. Ehrlich; the following roll call was recorded: “Ayes” – Ms. Baillie, Mr. Forte, Ms. Huber, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Lewis and Mr. Limbach “Nays” – None “Abstain” – Mr. Tombalakian “Excused” Mayor Conley and Mr. Flemming CASE NO. P 19-007 Resolution granting the Minor Subdivision and Preliminary and Final Site Plan with Variances to 1 & 3 Giralda Realty, LLC located at 1 & 3 Giralda Farms, Commonly known on the Borough Tax Map as Block: 3303, Lots: 1 & 2. The draft resolution was sent to the applicant’s attorney, Mr. Ryan Benson, Esq., as well as the Board members and Professionals. Mr. Benson sent back several edits that Mr. Loughlin discussed with the Professionals and approved. Mr. Tombalakian asked the Board if they had any further comments or questions concerning the resolution. Mr. Tombalakian asked for a motion to approve the resolution this evening, a motion was made by Mr. Forte, seconded by Ms. Baillie; the following roll call was recorded: “Ayes” – Ms. Baillie, Mr. Forte, Ms. Huber, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Lewis and Mr. Limbach “Nays” – None “Abstain” – Mr. Tombalakian “Excused” Mayor Conley and Mr. Flemming NEW BUSINESS – CASE NO. P 18-009 Forty- Five Extension of Approval for Minor Subdivision The Trademark Company, LLC 36 Lathrop Avenue Block: 4309, Lot: 2 Mr. Loughlin reminded the Board that the minor subdivision was granted to The Trademark Company, LLC on April 16, 2019 and memorialized on May 7, 2019. Mr. Sam DeAngelis, Esq stated that the applicant is has been working diligently on the compliance issues contained in the resolution but the 190 day recording deadline for the Subdivision deed has lapsed. After some discussion it was determined that, the Board would grant a 45 day extension of time to the applicant. Mr. Loughlin stated that a resolution for this extension had been prepared for this evening’s meeting. The floor was then opened to the public for questions or comments regarding this request. Seeing none that portion of the hearing was closed. 2 Planning Board December 3, 2019 Mr. Tombalakian asked for a motion to grant the 45 day extension to The Trademark Company, LLC., as well as the approval of the resolution granting same. A motion was made by Ms. Ehrlich, seconded by Ms. Baillie; the following roll call was recorded: “Ayes” – Ms. Baillie, Mr. Forte, Ms. Huber, Ms. Ehrlich, Mr. Lewis and Mr. Limbach “Nays” – None “Abstain” – Mr. Tombalakian “Excused” Mayor Conley and Mr. Flemming OLD BUSINESS – CASE NO. P 19-005 Preliminary and Final Site Plan with Variances 16 Waverly Place, LLC 16 Waverly Place Block: 2702, Lot: 28 At the request of the Applicant’s Attorney, this application is being carried to the January 21, 2020 meeting of the Planning Board. PLANNING DISCUSSION – Solar Energy – A draft of the Solar Energy Systems, prepared by Dr. Blickstein, dated October 22, 2019 was distributed to all Board members prior to this evening’s discussion. Dr. Blickstein briefed the Board on the context of the draft. It was emphasized to all Board members that they read the draft and send any comments to Dr. Blickstein. Dr. Blickstein is looking to prepare the final ordinance and present to Mayor and Council in January 2020. CORRESPONDENCE – None Since there was no further business to come before the Board, Mr. Tombalakian asked for a motion to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:51 pm.; seconded by Mr. Forte. A voice vote of “aye” was heard by all members present and carried. Respectfully submitted, Frances Boardman Board Secretary 3