Land Use Board Meeting Minutes December 21, 2020
FREDON TOWNSHIP LAND USE BOARD
December 21, 2020
MEMBERS PRESENT: Andrews, Boland, Holenstein, Lazzaro, Passafaro, and Prommel,
MEMBERS ABSENT: Boyle, Conklin, Erb, Richardson, Rome, and Wilcox
ALSO PRESENT: Mr. David Brady, Esq.
Mr. Boland called the meeting to order at 7:30 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, an attorney must represent it. No new applications will be heard after 10:00 P. M. No new testimony will be heard after 11:00 P. M.
Mr. Boland invited all present to participate in the salute to the flag.
MINUTES
Ms. Prommel moved acceptance of the minutes for the October 19, 2020 meeting as posted and waived reading. Mr. Lazzaro second. Roll call vote: In favor: Lazzaro, Prommel, Passafaro, Andrews, and Boland. Opposed: None. So moved.
CORRESPONDENCE
As shown on the attached agenda.
Ms. Holenstein removed herself from the Board at 7:35 P.M. as an adjoining property owner.
RESOLUTIONS
Nuzzo Application #524-2019, Block 2101, Lot 3.20, Major Site Plan
Mr. Brady stated that some minor changes to the resolution circulated to the Board needed to be made. Spelling errors and a section of a paragraph that was repeated in two different areas of the resolution were corrected. One change that was substantive was in paragraph 20 on page 10 of the resolution. The applicant’s attorney suggested that if there was any disagreement between Mr. Dave Simmons and the applicant over the issue of hot spots of lights or headlights shining, that the Board retain jurisdiction and that it come back to the Board to be addressed and resolved. Mr. Brady incorporated this change into the resolution. Mr. Andrews motioned to approve the Resolution, as amended, for a Major Site Plan as decided by the Board at the October 19, 2020 meeting. Mr. Passafaro second. Roll call vote: In favor: Lazzaro, Prommel, Passafaro, Andrews, and Boland. Opposed: None. So moved.
Ms. Holenstein rejoined the Board at 7:38 P.M.
Fredon Township Land Use Board Remote Meeting Protocols, Procedures and Requirements for Public Participation at Remote Meetings
Mr. Brady discussed the background for the possible need for remote meetings. He summarized the necessary items outlined in the resolution. It was noted during discussion, that these guidelines were written for all types of public entities, not just for Land Use or Zoning Boards, therefore some of the items don’t apply to Land Use or Zoning applications. Ms. Prommel asked whether the checklist needs to be changed to indicate that the applicant would be responsible for uploading any documents or plans necessary for the application. Mr. Brady stated that he is not sure if it would be a checklist item, but it is something that needs to be figured out for the future since Fredon does not currently have the ability to do this. There are no new applications at this time, therefore he suggested that we adopt the resolution to be in compliance with the law, and implement any changes to the application process when we need to.
Mr. Boland asked if there were any questions or comments. Mr. Andrews motioned to approve the resolution for Fredon Township Land Use Board Remote Meeting Protocols, Procedures and Requirements for Public Participation at Remote Meetings. Mr. Lazzaro second. Roll call vote: In favor: Holenstein, Lazzaro, Prommel, Passafaro, Andrews, and Boland. Opposed: None. So moved.
ADJOURNED CASES
None
HEARING OF NEW CASES
None
OTHER BUSINESS
None
LIAISON REPORTS
Environmental Committee
No report due to the absence of committee member.
Township Committee
Mr. Lazzaro gave an update on Covid in the County. He stated that the Town is in the process of closing out year end business.
There being no further business before the Board, a motion was made by Mr. Andrews to adjourn at 7:45 P.M. Mr. Lazzaro second. All in favor. So moved.
Respectfully submitted,
Patricia Carlson
Land Use Board Secretary