NOTE: THIS AGENDA IS PROVIDED FOR GENERAL INFORMATION. IT IS NOT TO BE USED AS A BASIS FOR IDENTIFYING THE ORDER IN WHICH APPLICATIONS WILL BE PROCESSED. THE ORDER WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE CHAIRMAN AT THE TIME OF THE BOARD MEETING.

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Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: Bridgewater Township Municipal Court

505 Route 202/206 North

In accordance with the requirements for the Open Public Meetings Act, this meeting was noticed on January 19, 2007. Notices were sent to the Courier News and The Reporter and were posted in the Bridgewater Township Municipal Building at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. All requirements of the Sunshine Law have been met.

Please be aware of the Planning Board policy for public hearings: no new applications will be heard after 10:00 pm and no new testimony will be taken after 10:15 pm.

May 8, 2007, Regular Meeting

#60-06-PB, Preliminary and Final Major Subdivision to create (3) lots

DECISION: Approved w/conditions 5/8/07

Eligible to vote: Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Mayor Flannery, Chairman Fross.

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#51-05-PB, Request for extension of Minor Subdivision approval

DECISION: Approved w/conditions 5/8/07

Eligible to vote: Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Mayor Flannery, Chairman Fross.

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#35-05-PB, Request for extension of Minor Subdivision approval

DECISION: Approved w/conditions 5/8/07

Eligible to vote: Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Mayor Flannery, Chairman Fross.

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Block 821 Lot 24(US Highway Route 22)

#55-06-PB, Preliminary Site Plan with variances (including FAR-steep slopes)

DECISION: Approved w/conditions 4/10/07

Eligible to vote: Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Councilman Kurdyla, Mayor Flannery, Mrs. Barbara Kane, Mr. Hayes, Chairman Fross

Block 411 Lot 39.04 (Somerset Corporate Center)

#18-07-PB, Clarification of condition of approval

Time: 45= 6/14/07

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BOYS CLUB OF NEW YORK - Sports Field

Block 807 Lot 1, 56, 71 (Vosseller Ave)

#24-07-PB, Amended Preliminary and Final Site Plan

Time: 45= 7/7/07

Block 444 Lot 41.01 (846 North Branch Rd.)

#12-07-PB, Preliminary Major Site Plan with variances

Time: 120= 9/20/07

Vice Chairwoman Joanne Kane called the regular meeting of the Bridgewater Township Planning Board to order at 7:00 pm at the Bridgewater Township Municipal Court, 505 Route 202/206 North, Bridgewater, New Jersey.

OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT ANNOUNCEMENT:

In accordance with the requirements for the Open Public Meetings Act, this meeting was noticed on January 19, 2007. Notices were sent to the Courier News and The Reporter and were posted in the Bridgewater Township Municipal Building at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. All requirements of the Sunshine Law have been met.

Please be aware of the Planning Board policy for public hearings: no new applications will be heard after 10:00 pm and no new testimony will be taken after 10:15 pm.

There was salute to the flag

Mr. Rodzinak – present

Mrs. Joanne Kane - present

Mrs. Knapp – present

Mr. Leven – absent

Councilman Kurdyla - present

Mayor Flannery – present

Chairman Fross – absent

Ms. Barbara Kane, Alt. #1 - present

Mr. Hayes, Alt. #2 - present

Others present: Board Attorney Thomas Collins, Township Engineer Robert Bogart, Township Planner Scarlett Doyle, Grace Karanja, Administrative Assistant

May 8, 2007, Regular Meeting - Motion by Mayor Flannery, second by Mr. Rodzinak, the May 8, 2007 regular meeting minutes of the Planning Board were adopted as presented on a unanimous voice vote of those present.

#60-06-PB, Preliminary and Final Major Subdivision to create (3) lots

DECISION: Approved w/conditions 5/8/07

Motion by Mayor Flannery, second by Mr. Rodzinak, the resolution memorializing the approval with conditions on 5/8/07 for the above referenced application was adopted as presented on the following roll call vote:

AFFIRMATIVE: Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Mayor Flannery

OPPOSED: None

ABSTENTIONS: None

ABSENT: Mr. Leven, Chairman Fross

NOT ELIGIBLE: Mrs. Knapp, Councilman Kurdyla, Mrs. Barbara Kane, Mr. Hayes

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#51-05-PB, Request for extension of Minor Subdivision approval

DECISION: Approved w/conditions 5/8/07

Motion by Mr. Rodzinak, second by Mayor Flannery, the resolution memorializing the approval with conditions on 5/8/07 for the above referenced application was adopted as presented on the following roll call vote:

AFFIRMATIVE: Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Mayor Flannery

OPPOSED: None

ABSTENTIONS: None

ABSENT: Mr. Leven, Chairman Fross

NOT ELIGIBLE: Mrs. Knapp, Councilman Kurdyla, Mrs. Barbara Kane, Mr. Hayes

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#35-05-PB, Request for extension of Minor Subdivision approval

DECISION: Approved w/conditions 5/8/07

Motion by Mr. Rodzinak, second by Mayor Flannery, the resolution memorializing the approval with conditions on 5/8/07 for the above referenced application was adopted as presented on the following roll call vote:

AFFIRMATIVE: Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Mayor Flannery

OPPOSED: None

ABSTENTIONS: None

ABSENT: Mr. Leven, Chairman Fross

NOT ELIGIBLE: Mrs. Knapp, Councilman Kurdyla, Mrs. Barbara Kane, Mr. Hayes

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Block 821 Lot 24(US Highway Route 22)

#55-06-PB, Preliminary Site Plan with variances (including FAR-steep slopes)

DECISION: Approved w/conditions 4/10/07

Motion by Mr. Rodzinak, second by Mayor Flannery, the resolution memorializing the approval with conditions on 4/10/07 for the above referenced application was adopted as amended on the following roll call vote:

AFFIRMATIVE: Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Councilman Kurdyla, Mrs. Barbara Kane, Mayor Flannery, Mr. Hayes

OPPOSED: None

ABSTENTIONS: None

ABSENT: Chairman Fross, Mr. Leven

NOT ELIGIBLE: Mrs. Knapp

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Block 411 Lot 39.04 (Somerset Corporate Center)

#18-07-PB, Clarification of condition of approval

Time: 45= 6/14/07

Geoff Soriano, Esq. was present to represent the applicant. He noted his request is to explore a condition of approval. In December of 1989, The Planning Board memorialized a resolution for Qualcomm to be developed by SJP. Condition #13 of the resolution required that the applicant prepare and submit a full sign package for review and approval by the Township Planner and Zoning Officer prior to the issuance of any temporary or permanent Certificate of Occupancy being issued. This condition was not complied with. The applicant now returns to the Board for clarification on whether the development of the sign package can be accomplished at this time.

The reports of the Township Planner and Township Engineer were reviewed and Attorney Soriano noted that the applicant was prepared to do as recommended.

Vice Chairwoman Kane opened the hearing to the Public for questions and comments and there were none. The hearing was opened to the Board for deliberation. The Board deliberated and agreed to authorize the development of the sign package pursuant to the following conditions:

• The applicant shall comply with the report of the Township Planner dated 5/31/07
• The measurement of the signs shall be per comment #5 (option B)of the Planner’s report
• The applicant shall comply with the report of the Township Engineer dated 6/4/07 with the exception of comment #5 of the technical section of the report
• The Planner or applicant may return to the Board if there are areas of conflict

Motion by Mayor Flannery, second by Mr. Hayes, the above referenced application was approved subject to the conditions discussed on the following roll call vote:

AFFIRMATIVE: Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Councilman Kurdyla, Mrs. Barbara Kane, Mayor Flannery, Mr. Hayes, Mrs. Knapp

OPPOSED:None

ABSTENTIONS:None

ABSENT: Chairman Fross, Mr. Leven

NOT ELIGIBLE:None

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BOYS CLUB OF NEW YORK - Sports Field

Block 807 Lot 1, 56, 71 (Vosseller Ave)

#24-07-PB, Amended Preliminary and Final Site Plan

Time: 45= 7/7/07

Larry Powers, Esq. was present to represent the applicant. The purpose of the application is to amend the previously granted Site Plan. Attorney Powers noted that the applicant received a stop work order on the project as they erroneously stockpiled dirt in areas that were not authorized. An amended application to the Somerset Union Soil Conservation District has been submitted. Since double handling the stock pile would be troublesome, the applicant requests to keep the temporary stockpile where it is until the material is needed. The delineation of disturbance would extend into the area of the soccer field (a previous application for a soccer field that was withdrawn.)

The applicant wishes to raise the elevation of the surface of the basketball courts. He described the rationale for the original plan and the unnecessary removal of earth. It was noted that the applicant is prepared to reduce the visual impact of the site by use of berms. Township Engineer Bogart suggested that the applicant deal with the issue of the berm (required) and what will be done with the additional soil material that will be removed.

Attorney Powers invited his witness, Brian McMorrow, PE from Bohler Engineering P.C. who was sworn in and his qualifications accepted. He admitted into evidence the following exhibits:

A-1 6/12/07 Site Cross Section dated 4/21/06

Engineer McMorrow clarified that the berm will be in the easterly and southerly side of the development. No berm is shown on exhibit A-1, but rather, a swale was proposed

A-2 6/12/07 Site Cross Section dated 6/8/07

Two sections are shown a well as a plan view. All horizontal amenities will remain unchanged. The proposal is to increase the cross slope to a 5% grade in the parking lot. The bleachers have been raised 7-ft above the prior plan. The top of the bleachers will be seen slightly. The soil removal would be 100,000 cubic yards verses 30,000 cubic yards of material as proposed in the current plans. The applicant believes that most of the material can be spread on the 100+/- acre site. It was noted that a planted berm will be created.

A-3 6/12/07 Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Plan dated 12/5/05, last revised 6/11/07

Mr. McMorrow described the plan submitted to the SUSCD. He noted that the construction of the berms will be done as excavation proceeds so that soil is not moved twice. He confirmed that state regulated noise levels will be met at the property line and that no one will see the top of the bleachers because of the planting. Relative to runoff, Mr. Michael Picone noted that the new house is higher and that no water will go to Vosseller.

Timing of the moving of soil material was discussed. Engineer McMorrow said that they wish to start again promptly.

Attorney Powers invited his next witness, Michael Picone who was sworn in and his qualifications were accepted as a qualified project manager. He explained how the soil would be moved. With a new disturbance line, all can be put on the existing stockpile location. A height of 35-ft is expected. The berms can be constructed after all the excavation is completed. They can reduce stockpiling if the berms are built as they excavate.

The hearing was opened to the public for questions.

Lorraine Giffin, 1738 Merriam Drive was present and was sworn in. She noted concerns about the location of the stockpiles. Noise control was also an issue of concern. It was noted that the applicant will be required to meet the state’s noise standards during day and nighttime.

Gregory Griffin, 1738 Merriam Drive was present and was sworn in. He noted concerns about the berms, wanted to see them on the plans and confirmed that he preferred higher berms.

Patrick Strokes form Merriam Drive was present and was sworn in. He noted concerns about the applicant not having plans with full details. He also noted concerns about noise.

John Schmitt 1833 Woodfield Rd. was present and was sworn in. He asked about the height of the berm being 4-ft noting he has concerns with the visual impacts of the applicant’s proposal to the surrounding residences.

Bruce Thompson, 860 Vosseller Ave. was present and was sworn in. He noted concerns about the hours of operation for the boys club. He was advised that usage is from July to mid August. He also added he would like the stock pile to be stabilized.

Stacy McKay, 1759 Merriam Drive was present and was sworn in. She asked that the Board visit the site to see the condition of the area. It was noted that some members of the Board have visited the site and/or live in the vicinity of the site and are aware of the existing conditions.

The public portion of the hearing was closed. The Board, after much discussion, agreed to carry the hearing for this matter to June 25, 2007 at which time the applicant will return to the Board with revised plans showing details of the berms and associated landscaping.

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The Board called for a recess at 9:00 pm. The Planning Board meeting resumed at 9:05 pm with Board members present as before.

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JUNIPER LANE SWIM CLUB INC.

Block 444 Lot 41.01 (846 North Branch Rd.)

#12-07-PB, Preliminary Major Site Plan with variances

Time: 120= 9/20/07

Bruce Blumberg, Esq. was present to represent the applicant. He outlined the variances and design waivers requested in connection with the applicant’s proposal for an open sided pavilion and the expansion of the tetherball area south of the pavilion.

Attorney Blumberg invited his first witness, Stephen Fisk, PLS, PP who was sworn in and qualified. He outlined the basic element of the property from a zoning perspective noting that the property is located in the R-40 zone, the use is allowed, the property is surrounded by improved residential lots created in 2000 by Minor Subdivision. He confirmed that there is an overlap shown on the plan, but all calculations are based on the undisputed area. He outlined prior approvals and confirmed that the property has wetlands and conservation areas. The following exhibits were marked into evidence.

A-1 6/12/07 Photo showing view of pavilion area, looking north

A-2 6/12/07 Photo showing pavilion area looking north

A-3 6/12/07 West of pavilion area looking east towards lot 42 showing the buffer

A-4 6/12/07 Shed at north east corner of the kiddie pool (variance required)

A-5 6/12/07 Shed on the westerly (rear of the main building)

A-6 6/12/07 Juniper Lane Swim Club Pavilion Plan (6 pages)

Mr. Fisk indicated that 1,130 square feet of stone will be top soiled and seeded. The proposed variances were discussed and are as follows:

Permitted /  Existing  / Proposed

Improved Lot Coverage (Permitted) 15% (existing) 20.46% (proposed) 20.16%

Parking (Permitted) 147  (existing) 42 (proposed)39

Setback for Pavilion (Permitted) 95-ft (existing)50.13-ft (proposed)23-ft

Setback for proposed 1^{st shed} (Permitted) ^{95-ft 7}(existing)^4-ft (proposed)^74-ft

^{Setback for proposed 2nd metal shed} (Permitted) ^95-ft (existing)^73-ft (proposed)^73-ft

^{Variance for additional accessory building (only one accessory building is allowed)}

^{Waivers requested are as follows:}

• ^{Environmental Impact Statement}
• ^{Stormwater Control Plan}

^{It was confirmed that the parking area is not paved but stone and that the applicant’s requests are for}

^{c-2 variances as there are no hardships. With regard to the proposed parking, the applicant compared their parking with that of other swim clubs in Bridgewater. Curbing, pavement and striping are not proposed.}

^{Vice Chairwoman Kane opened the hearing to the public for questions.}

^{Sid Syage, 539 Juniper Lane was present and was sworn in. He confirmed that he is a member of the swim club and was once president. He noted his disappointment with the applicant’s proposal. He questioned the shareholders vote and recommended that the applicant locate the proposed pavilion at the north east side of the property.}

^{Vice Chairwoman Kane and the Board expressed concerns on whether the applicant actually had the authority to be at the Planning Board. The Board called for a recess at 9:50 pm to allow the applicant time to discuss same. The meeting resumed at 10:07 pm with the same Board members present as before.}

^{Attorney Blumberg confirmed that he has reviewed the swim club’s by-laws and finds nothing that requires a formal approval.}

^{Vice Chairwoman Kane reopened the hearing to the public for questions.}

^{Dan Zdroik, 888 Country Club Rd. was present and he was sworn in. He noted that he has been a member since 1980 and recommended that the applicant turn the pavilion 90-degrees.}

^{Vice Chairwoman Kane closed the public portion of the hearing. Attorney Blumberg invited his next witness, Debra Williams who was sworn in. She testified that she is the elected president of the swim club. She reviewed the history of the swim club noting that they have 104 family members. The club is open Memorial Day to Labor Day, but will be full day when the schools are out of session. Hours of operation are 12 pm to 9 pm until the end of July, 2 pm to 8:30 pm until mid- August, and 12 pm to}

^{8 pm during the last two (2) weeks in August. She continued to testify that they have sufficient parking except on swim club championships.}

^{Ms. Williams explained how the current impervious coverage occurred and also discussed the uses for various buildings. She agreed to the pavilion being turned 90-degrees and shifted to the north, against the tree line.}

^{The following exhibit was admitted into evidence by Engineer Fisk}

^{A-7 6/12/07 Site Plan dated 1/29/07, last dated 4/24/07 with a red line drawing of the new pavilion location}

^{It was confirmed that the new location for the pavilion will be no closer that 52-ft to Lot 40.01, 40-ft to Lot 42, and 90-ft to Lot 50. Engineer McMorrow used a red pen to depict on exhibit A-7, where the pavilion will be located. It was also confirmed that the existing circular concrete area will be removed.}

^{The Board deliberated and agreed to approve the proposal as discussed above subject to the following conditions:}

• ^{The applicant shall comply with the report of the Township Planner dated 4/30/07 with the exception of comments # 3, 5 and 8}
• ^{The applicant shall comply with the report of the Township Engineer dated 5/30/07}
• ^{The applicant shall provide additional buffer plantings for the bituminous play area to the satisfaction of the Township Planner}
• ^{The applicant shall remove the tetherball area to the satisfaction of the Township Engineer}
• ^{The proposed pavilion shall be relocated as described by Engineer Fisk and as shown in red on exhibit A-7 that is the pavilion will be no closer that 52-ft to Lot 40.01, 40-ft to Lot 42, and 90-ft to Lot 50}
• ^{For those buildings built with no permits, the applicant shall resolve same with the Code Enforcement Office.}
• ^{All Variances and waivers have been granted based on the testimony presented with respect to paving, curbing and additional drainage.}

^{Motion by Councilman Kurdyla, second by Mr. Rodzinak, the above referenced application was approved subject to the conditions discussed on the following roll call vote:}

^{AFFIRMATIVE:  Mr. Rodzinak, Mrs. Joanne Kane, Councilman Kurdyla, Mrs. Barbara Kane, Mayor Flannery, Mr. Hayes, Mrs. Knapp}

^{OPPOSED: None}

^{ABSTENTIONS: None}

^{ABSENT: Chairman Fross, Mr. Leven}

^{NOT ELIGIBLE: None}

^{It was the consensus of the Board to adjourn the meeting at approximately 11:00 pm.}

^{Respectfully submitted,}

^{Grace Karanja}

^{Administrative Assistant}