MINUTES – JANUARY 26, 2012
Chairman Hennion called the Planning Board meeting of Thursday, January 26, 2012, to order at 8:05 p.m. in the Municipal Building of the Borough of Totowa.
PRESENT:
Mayor CoiroCommissioner CampilangoChairman Hennion Councilman D’Angelo
Commissioner Festa Commissioner VandenbreeCommissioner PaeseCommissioner Vickerilla
Commissioner MurphyNordan Murphy, PEWilliam Saracino, ESQ
The clerk read the statement of the meeting as follows: The meeting of the Planning Board to be held on the 26th day of January 2012 is in accordance with the Schedule of Annual Notice, which is posted, and in accordance with Chapter 231 P.L. 1975 of the State of New Jersey. The agenda for this meeting has been prepared and distributed to the members of the Planning Board and a copy has been on file in the Construction Official’s Office.
ITEM #1
701 Union Acquisition, LLCBlock 173 - Lot 17Preliminary & Final
701 Union Blvd.Major Site Plan Approval
Philip Morin, attorney for the applicant gave a brief summary of the application for the benefit of any public present. Mr. Morin indicated that a meeting with the Boro Engineer was held prior to the Planning Board hearing to discuss water supply for the proposed development. The Planning Board Engineer submitted a letter dated January 26, 2012 outlining the water demand issues and suggested that the applicant should formally coordinate with the Boro Council to adequately verify the feasibility of obtaining water to meet the ultimate demand for the project. Due to the Planning Board Engineer’s recommendation, the absence of the Planning Board attorney who is familiar with this application, and the additional approvals and coordination needed from other agencies, the Planning Board recommends that this matter be carried to the February 9, 2012 Planning Board Meeting with no additional notice required.
A motion was offered by Commissioner Campilango and seconded by Commissioner Festa to carry this matter to our regular meeting of February 9, 2012 at or about 8:00 pm with no additional notice required.
Nine agreed on a roll call vote……….9-0
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ITEM #2
SubwayBlock 38 - Lot 17Minor Site Plan
147 Union Blvd.Certificate of Use
Mr. Anthony Salgado, Construction Coordinator, Riyda Matari & Anand Shah – owners, appeared requesting approval to occupy 1,291 sq. ft. of space to operate a Subway Restaurant. This is a take-out, delivery, and catering service establishment. There will be no table and chairs for eat-in dining.
Chairman Hennion read a letter of intent into the record. The anticipated hours of operation will be primarily seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. There will be three employees. Four on-site parking spaces are provided in the rear.
Mr. George Gerro of 5 Haven Avenue appeared expressing his concerns regarding the parking issue and possible problems with a food establishment next to a residential area. Mr. Gerro was also concerned about this becoming a hang out.
After a discussion, a motion was offered by Commissioner Campilango and seconded by Commissioner Festa to approve the application for occupancy as presented as well as a design waiver for the signage. This approval is subject to and contingent upon the following conditions and will be memorialized in a Resolution at a future date:
- The construction of internal partitions, exits, entrances and fire safety devices are subject to and require the approval of the fire sub-code official, the fire inspector and the building inspector.
- The applicant will supply the Chief of Police with an emergency contact list and will also obtain the approval of the Police Chief in regards to all alarms and security devices.
- There will be no outside storage of equipment/materials.
- The applicant agreed there will be no tables and chairs.
- A Design Waiver is granted for a 13.66 sq. ft. Subway sign plus an illuminated “Open” sign.
- The anticipated hours of operation will be seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. There will be three employees.
Nine agreed on a roll call vote………9-0
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ITEM 3
ClogMan, LLCBlock 171 - Lot 17Minor Site Plan
409 Minnisink Road(suite 104)Certificate of Use
Mr. Terrance Rafferty-President appeared requesting approval to occupy 840 sq. ft. of office space only at this location. Mr. Rafferty testified as to the nature of the business . ClogMan offers plumbing, heating and air conditioning services.
Chairman Hennion read a letter of intent into the record. The anticipated hours of operation will be seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. There will be six employees. Five on-site parking spaces have been provided. Only a directional sign will be placed on the door.
A motion was offered by Commissioner Campilango and seconded by Commissioner Festa to approve the application for occupancy as presented as well as a design waiver for the signage. This approval is subject to and contingent upon the following conditions and will be memorialized in a Resolution at a future date:
- The construction of internal partitions, exits, entrances and fire safety devices are subject to and require the approval of the fire sub-code official, the fire inspector and the building inspector.
- The applicant will supply the Chief of Police with an emergency contact list and will also obtain the approval of the Police Chief in regards to all alarms and security devices.
- There will be no outside storage of equipment/materials.
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- The applicant indicated a directional door sign will only be required.
- The anticipated hours of operation will be seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. There will be six employees.
Nine agreed on a roll call vote………9-0
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ITEM 4
Ordinance – Non Conforming Buildings
Councilman D’Angelo gave an update of changes made based on the Planning Board’s recommendations.
After a discussion, the Planning Board members recommended approval.
Nine agreed on a roll call vote………9-0
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RESOLUTIONS:
A motion was offered by Commissioner Campilango and seconded by Commissioner Vandenbree to approve the resolution for Venus CJJ, LLC-Blk 38-Lot 1.01 as presented.
Seven agreed on a roll call vote……….7-0
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A motion was offered by Commissioner Campilango and seconded by Commissioner Vandenbree to approve the resolution for Versabar Corp.-Blk 170.06-Lot 6 as presented.
Seven agreed on a roll call vote……….7-0
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VOUCHERS:
A motion was offered by Commissioner Campilango and seconded by Commissioner Festa to approve a series of vouchers for Weiner Lesniak, LLP Professional services as listed below:
Invoice 148246 TOT-656E Empire Star Limo Blk 173-Lot 33 in the amount of $190.00
Invoice 148247 TOT-657E Golden Scissors Blk 103-Lot 14 in the amount of $190.00
Invoice 148248 TOT-658E Footprints Blk 174-Lot 12 in the amount of $190.00
Invoice 148249 TOT-659E Sexy Threading Blk 92-Lot 10 in the amount of $190.00
Nine agreed on a roll call vote………9-0
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A motion was offered by Commissioner Campilango and seconded by Commissioner Festa to approve a series of vouchers for Alamo Engineering Professional services as listed below:
Invoice 065056 Meeting Attendance (thru 12/31/11) in the amount of $185.00
Invoice 065058 Holy Sepulcher in the amount of $522.20
Invoice 065059 Medin Corp. Blk 169.02-Lot 3 in the amount of $155.00
Invoice 065060 ECI Edge – Blk 179-Lot2.04 in the amount of $592.20
Invoice 065061 701 Union Acquisition, LLC in the amount of $465.00
Nine agreed on a roll call vote………9-0
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There being no other business, a motion was offered by Commissioner Paese and seconded by Commissioner Vandenbree to adjourn the meeting.
All in favor………9-0
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Respectfully submitted,
Pete Campilango, Secretary
Patricia Paulson
Planning Board Clerk Date Approved